Richard Auck is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His prior work includes six years at Optionsxpress, Inc., and over two decades at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management supported by multi-asset model portfolios and Schwab’s Alternative Investments Select program.

Tyler Smith is a financial advisor at Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at Fidelity Investments, Wells Fargo, and Utah Valley University. Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage diversified portfolios and offers advisory services that incorporate systematic methodologies and oversight controls.

Matthew Layman is a CFA® charterholder and holds the Series 66 license with four years of industry experience. He is currently with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, having joined Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. in 2025. Prior to Schwab, he worked at Fidelity Investments. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and maintains a distinctive operational model integrating advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Craig Despres is a financial advisor with MML Investors Services, LLC, a subsidiary of MassMutual, based in Phoenix, AZ. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining MassMutual, he worked at Adopt Technologies, LLC and Zayo Group. He is also the owner and manager of Milestone Financial, LLC. MML Investors Services operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative, annual planning engagements and a range of programs including divorce planning, estate settlement, and employer-sponsored planning.

Dane Kelly is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Phoenix, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Waddell & Reed, Inc. for seven years and is involved with Siefer & Kelly Management, a business entity used for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions with a range of advisory and brokerage services including financial planning and third-party asset management.

Ivaylo Dimov is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Charles Schwab since 2013, including time at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB since 2025. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines a large-scale client base with a dual-registered broker-dealer and investment adviser structure, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options supported by multi-asset model portfolios and research from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Emma Johnson is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. She has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2018, with prior experience at AssetMark. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational services.

Wyatt Blanco is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2025. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, his work history includes roles unrelated to financial advising. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools.

Alid Franco Basurto is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in restaurant operations at Morenos Mexican Grill, where he manages employee schedules. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies tailored to individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations.

Merica Chmait is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services who holds a Series 66 designation and has 24 years of industry experience. She has worked at UBS since 2021 and previously spent 12 years at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides proprietary research and a broad range of capital markets solutions.

Anna Setlak is a financial advisor at Merrill in Chandler, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation. She has one year of industry experience and previously worked at Bank of America, Pour Decisions, Bagger Daves, Big Woods, Charles Schwab, Lake City Bank, and was part of Shilts & Setlak, LLC. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

Joseph Le Ger is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Scottsdale, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and having one year of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he operated Shine Design Mobile Detailing for four years and worked in education at Chandler/Gilbert Community College and Campo Verde High School. Outside of advising, he works as a server at Elliott's Steakhouse in Chandler, AZ. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers a range of programs and educational seminars, using detailed client data and firm-approved analytical tools to deliver financial recommendations.

Patricia Smith is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 45 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with UBS for 20 years. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations in delivering its advisory work.

Ryan Evans is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2024. Prior to his advisory roles, his background includes positions at Arizona State University and various service and management roles. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for a range of individual and institutional clients.

Talon Supak is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at PGA Tour Canada and Grayhawk Golf Club. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Brian Mc Ginty is a CFP® professional with 35 years of experience in the financial services industry. He currently works at Charles Schwab and has previously held positions at TD Ameritrade, Carillon Fund Distributors, and Oppenheimerfunds. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, using multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Nicholas Wallace is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at the AZ Department of Public Safety and healthcare facilities before joining Charles Schwab in 2018. Outside of financial advising, he operates small woodworking and custom design businesses. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a broad client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management supported by an integrated operational structure.

Drake Paalani Wilson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Gilbert, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at E*TRADE Securities LLC and Bridgecrest. Outside of his advisory work, he owns Nobriga Asset Management LLC, a company involved in SEO and marketing. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by structured planning tools and investment research.

David Kelly is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Fidelity in various capacities since 2012, including roles at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC. Prior to Fidelity, he held positions at USAA Financial Planning Services and Chase Investment Services Corp. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, and it maintains distinctive regulatory registrations and advisory roles uncommon among large institutional peers.

David Dorward is the Senior Resident Director of the Phoenix office and a Managing Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in the financial services industry in 1995 and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 1997. His professional focus is on serving ultra-high net worth clients, including corporate executives, professional athletes, physicians, retirees, and business owners. As a Portfolio Manager, he manages personalized or defined discretionary investment strategies that may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management model portfolios, and third-party strategies. He holds professional designations such as Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®) and is recognized as a Forbes Best in State Wealth Advisor from 2019 to 2026. He holds multiple FINRA registrations including Series 7, 63, 65, 52, 31, 9, and 10 Securities Principal. David earned his Bachelor's degree from Northern Arizona University and is an Arizona native. He is a graduate and alumnus of Scottsdale Leadership Organization (Class XXI). His community involvement includes serving on the Board of Directors for the Fiesta Bowl organization. He has also dedicated time to several local charities and served as a Reserve Volunteer for the Paradise Valley Police Department.