Sholeh Salari is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She focuses on helping clients identify their financial priorities and develop strategies to pursue their financial goals. Sholeh holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. She earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Pepperdine University.

W. Kevin Kessler is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 30 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Royal Alliance Associates and Signator Investors, alongside running his own advisory practice since 2008. Outside of advising, he is involved in non-variable insurance activities. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual clients, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of advisers. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research and technology solutions.

Willie Lopez is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2017. Prior to his career in finance, he worked at Target from 2012 to 2017. 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. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

James Raft is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He worked at Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation for 16 years before joining LPL Financial. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in selling traditional life insurance, fixed annuities, long-term care, and disability insurance through his own business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by research and model portfolios, serving a broad client base through a national network of representatives.

Gerald Roth is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 48 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Western International Securities, Inc. and Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of his advisory role, Mr. Roth is an agent for accident and health, life, and variable insurance. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Shilu Shrestha is a financial advisor with Merrill in Newhall, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and having one year of industry experience. Shilu has worked with Merrill since 2015 and was previously employed at Bank of America, N.A. Outside of advisory work, Shilu is the owner of a rental property business in Richmond, CA. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Ryan Overholt is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in North Hollywood, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has 12 years of industry experience, including roles at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank NA. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, leveraging research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Ramez Haddad is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America, he worked at Equitable Advisors and has held various roles in education and retail. Haddad is also the owner and developer of Revv Technologies, Inc., an automotive CRM and marketplace business. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services for 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.

David Borenstein is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he has a 50% ownership interest in a rental property in Woodland Hills, CA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Anthony Khasho is a financial advisor at Fidelity with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has previously worked at Holland Parker and the University of California. His background includes roles in education and cultural arts. Fidelity, through its Strategic Advisers LLC affiliate, 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 fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and manages advisory activities with oversight controls and conflict-of-interest evaluations.

Serria Rego is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Canoga Park, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Estately, where she assisted clients with trusts and wills using software, as well as prior positions at United American Insurance Company, Zein Insurance Services, Transamerica Financial Advisors, and World Financial Group. Outside of financial advising, she was involved with a dance team managed by Pat Lacey for eight years. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside research-backed model portfolios and alternative investment strategies.

Brian Schlichter is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as attorney-in-fact for his sister, managing certain investment-related matters. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutions. The firm offers a broad planning menu, including specialized services such as business-owner transition planning and special-needs analysis, supported by Wells Fargo research and planning tools.

Grant Seybold is a CFP® professional with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at LPL Financial. He has prior experience with OSAIC and Fsc Securities Corp and holds roles at Marangola Financial Group, Inc., including tax preparation and insurance sales. Seybold also serves as President of the Financial Planning Association of Ventura County, organizing networking events for financial planners. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, with both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by extensive research and a variety of model portfolio options.

Daniel Muniz is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2010. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering non-discretionary recommendations supported by an in-house manager solutions team and a centralized due-diligence framework.

Jennifer A. Kim is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2025. She partners with clients and their families to create customized financial plans aimed at promoting financial well-being. Jennifer emphasizes competency, trust, and open communication in her approach, focusing on identifying client priorities and developing strategies to achieve their goals. Her professional experience includes roles as a Financial Advisor at Northwestern Mutual from 2024 to 2025, a Private Wealth Advisor at Goldman Sachs Ayco from 2021 to 2023, and a Regional Investment Officer at Goldman Sachs Ayco from 2018 to 2021. Jennifer holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, Jennifer enjoys spending time with friends, attending social events, hiking, visiting museums, listening to music, and traveling.

Joseph Gopez is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Transamerica Financial Advisors, Inc. and WFGIA. He is involved in the sale of insurance and non-insurance products affiliated with Transamerica Financial Advisors on a part-time or full-time basis. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, with access to discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and research from multiple sources.

Phillip Vertin is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 9 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations. His prior experience includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Outside of finance, he was involved with True Lacrosse for five years. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and institutions through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, access to model portfolios, third-party asset management, and a range of brokerage and insurance products on an integrated platform.

Marc Henderson is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Valencia, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 11 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Thrivent in 2018, he worked at Fidelity Investments from 2014 to 2018. Outside of his advisory role, Henderson serves on the boards of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles and the Seed House Project, and he is vice president of the CSU Northridge Black Alumni Association. He is also involved in business ventures including co-ownership of BN Real Estate Group and ownership of The Hendee Group LLC, which provides organizational and operational consulting services. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, providing written recommendations on a broad range of financial planning topics without implementation. The firm integrates goal-based analyses with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option, maintaining a focus on planning rather than portfolio management for institutional clients.

Leor Solomon is a CFP® professional with 8 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial in Burbank, CA. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services for seven years and spent 17 years at Cartoon Network Studios. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Mitchell Hedlund is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a lacrosse coach for youth teams at Agoura High School and Calabasas High School. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, focusing on quantitative asset-allocation modeling and manager due diligence. The firm offers non-discretionary advisory services through a select group of wealth advisors.