Cindy Tang is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Seal Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo bank since 2000 and with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Nelson Escalante Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2025. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise, he worked at United Parcel Service and Autozone. He also has experience in education, having worked at Whittier College and La Mirada High School. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, and it offers access to third-party asset managers and financial planning services.

Leonor Zamora is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Downey, California, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 22 years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and affiliated entities since 2010. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting within a non-discretionary program.

Pamela McKenzie is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 21 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Guardian Life, Eagle Strategies (NY Life), and Ameriprise. Pamela also operates McKenzie Wealth Management, Inc., an affiliated business related to her advisory work. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with a focus on both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies supported by proprietary research and technology tools.

Christopher Elkin is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2012. He began his career with Fidelity in 2008, progressing through roles including Financial Representative, Investment Representative, and Financial Consultant. His professional focus is on building strong client relationships and collaboratively developing financial plans that are regularly reviewed and tailored to meet client goals. Christopher's approach centers on proactive service and being a primary resource for his clients' financial planning needs. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his work in financial consulting. His dedication to following financial markets enables him to serve clients effectively, regardless of their experience level.

Emmanuel Asuncion is a financial advisor at Cetera with 16 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has held numerous roles within the Cetera network since 2018. His prior experience includes working with Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and several individual advisors. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diversified portfolio management and consulting services through a multi-manager platform with a variety of program options and custodial relationships.

Jerry Sheby is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 39 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2017 and previously worked at National Planning Corporation, Associated Securities Corp., and Associated Planners Investment Advisory Inc. He also operates Sheby Financial Group, which offers tax preparation services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing a range of advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Carol Otters is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in La Palma, CA, where she has worked since 2011. She has 14 years of industry experience. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of more than 23,000 advisors and 15,000 branch offices.

Dan Vo is a financial advisor at Cetera with a Series 66 designation and approximately one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP and Grant Thornton LLP. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Avatar Machine, LLC. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, charities, and institutions. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers.

Ulysses Enario is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2018, following prior roles at Bank of America and Merrill. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. The firm offers a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and incorporating both quantitative and qualitative research.

Ann Villar is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Hermosa Beach, CA, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2010. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies for clients nearing or in retirement.

Chris Lopez is the Vice President and Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. He has been part of Fidelity Investments since 2018, initially serving as a Financial Consultant. Prior to his tenure at Fidelity, Chris gained extensive experience in the financial services industry, including roles as a Senior Financial Consultant at TD Ameritrade from 2015 to 2018, an Insurance Consultant at C & S Insurance Agency from 2010 to 2015, a Vice President Financial Consultant at Charles Schwab from 2002 to 2010, and as a Financial Advisor at A.G. Edwards from 2001 to 2002. Chris holds a California Insurance License, supporting his qualifications in the financial and insurance sectors. His professional focus is on assisting clients and their families with their financial needs while maintaining a high level of integrity.

Matthew Oconnor is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He previously held roles at CFG Wealth Management and La Jolla Kayak, and during his time at the University of San Diego, he was involved with the Telefunding Center. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and advisory solutions.

Jeffrey Irwin is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 11 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2022, he worked at Allstate Insurance Company and Brenda Soto Bryan Insurance Agency for 12 years. He is also associated with SchoolsFirst FCU and Cuna Brokerage Services, Inc. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of financial planning and investment management solutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

James Kefalas III is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Brea, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors since 2009 and has prior experience in non-variable insurance from 2010 to 2018. Additionally, he is the owner of Kefalasfoley Investment Services Inc., a support company unrelated to investment management. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutions. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and offers specialized advisory programs and municipal advisory services.

Juan Garcia is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He holds the designation of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and collaborates with clients to identify their financial needs and to introduce them to Fidelity's resources and strategies aimed at achieving their desired goals. Juan has been with Fidelity Investments since 2016, holding various roles including Customer Experience Associate, Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Planning Consultant, Investment Consultant, and currently Financial Consultant since 2022. He is licensed with a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Juan enjoys baseball, golf, soccer, outdoor adventures, family activities, and social events with friends.

Helen Kim is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in El Segundo, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has worked with MML Investors Services, LLC since 2017 and MassMutual Life Insurance Co since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, Kim teaches at the Southern California Korean School. MML Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser affiliated with MassMutual, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm’s planning approach involves collaborative, annual engagements using software tools to analyze client goals and deliver written recommendations.

Suzy Zeng is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works with professionals, business owners, retirees, and families to develop personalized wealth planning strategies that incorporate the resources of Merrill and Bank of America, including Personal Wealth Analysis planning tools, insights from the Chief Investment Office, and access to specialized teams in banking, loans, and alternative investments. Her client focus areas include employee benefits planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, women and wealth, individual and corporate investment strategy, and tax minimization. Before transitioning to financial services in 2018, Ms. Zeng held global corporate roles with companies such as PepsiCo, Kraft Foods, and Danone/WhiteWave. In these roles, she led business and product innovation initiatives and was involved in joint venture due diligence, providing her with a broad perspective that she applies to financial advising. She holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation, FINRA Series 7, 65, 63, and 6 registrations, life and health insurance licenses, and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designation. Ms. Zeng earned a Master's Degree from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities and a Bachelor's Degree from Beijing Normal University. She is proficient in English and Chinese. Her community involvement includes affiliations with the University of Colorado Boulder, Leeds School of Business, and the University of Denver, Daniels College of Business. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys badminton, cooking, pickleball, spending time with her family, table tennis, and yoga.

Krista Johnson is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she collaborates with clients to understand their family needs and goals, helping to develop and adjust financial strategies accordingly. She has been with Fidelity since 2019, initially serving as a Financial Consultant before assuming her current role in 2025. Her professional experience spans multiple roles in the financial services industry, including positions as an Investment Consultant at Transamerica Financial Advisors and Pacific Advisors from 2016 to 2019, Sales Development Group Manager at The Private Bank, MUFG Union Bank from 2012 to 2015, Nonprofit Business Development Manager at The American Funds Group from 1999 to 2009, and Client Relationship Manager at Capital Research and Management Company from 1992 to 1999. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, Krista enjoys attending concerts, playing golf, spending time with pets, reading, singing, and skiing.

Timothy Denton is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Los Angeles, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and with 16 years of industry experience. He has been with MML Investors Services Inc. since 2009 and associated with Mass Mutual since 2008. In addition to his advisory role, he is an insurance broker specializing in life, disability, long-term care, fixed annuities, and health insurance. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved software and structured annual planning relationships without discretionary authority.