Denise Freedman is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and has been with Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. since 2005. 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, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Sean Cook II is a financial advisor with Merrill holding a Series 66 designation and has been in the industry since 2025. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America and involvement with the Hammer Museum and Linnie Porter Realty Services LLC. He has also worked in educational settings including the University of California Los Angeles and Chabot College. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Faizan Bilal Habib is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with three years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2025 and previously held positions at Bank of America, Merrill, and several banks in the Middle East. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory solutions. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Xiao Zhou is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. Zhou has been with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2003 and with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that provides investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, 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.

Lou Chien Huang is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at firms including Citigroup, Thrivent Investment Management, and United Air Lines over a seventeen-year period. Huang is based in San Ramon, California. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments through a select group of Wealth Advisors, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The program combines quantitative and qualitative research supported by a centralized manager solutions team and includes broader capabilities such as derivatives and commodities advisory.

Kevin Dommes is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services and UBS Bank USA since 2016. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, leveraging proprietary research and a broad range of capital markets and banking products.

Rodolfo Ornelas Jr. is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has worked in various roles within JPMorgan Chase and its affiliates since 2016. 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. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates ESG considerations, with implementation supported by affiliated investment-management entities.

Nirmal Rout is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Alameda, CA. He has 19 years of industry experience, including roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets through a broad network of advisors and branch offices, offering a range of advisory strategies and affiliated financial services.

Zachary Unger is a financial advisor with Merrill in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Prior to his current role at Merrill and Bank of America, he worked at Pacific Premier Bank and has held positions at California Polytechnic University San Luis Obispo and related entities. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

James Hinckley is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 29 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2013 and previously worked at Deutsche Bank Securities for six years. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor strategies to client goals.

Fabiana Filips is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing nearly 20 years of experience in delivering financial planning services tailored to individual and household needs. She focuses on helping clients achieve their financial goals by developing customized investment management strategies that reflect their unique objectives and values. Fabiana’s expertise includes college education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, retirement income, tax minimization, and socially responsible investing, among other areas. Her foundational approach centers on transparency, trust, and a commitment to clients’ financial well-being. Fabiana utilizes Merrill’s research and resources alongside her industry knowledge to empower individuals and families to take charge of their financial futures. She holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and received her Bachelor's degree from Lehman College, having previously attended Brooklyn College. Fabiana is fluent in English and Spanish. Outside of her professional role, Fabiana enjoys adventure sports, baseball, basketball, biking, dancing, music, traveling, watching movies, and spending time with her family. She values building long-lasting client relationships and supporting community involvement.

Kenneth Lemas is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with 12 years of industry experience, currently with LPL Financial since 2021. He previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors for eight years and has been involved with the Dublin Unified School District as a wrestling coach since 2008. 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, utilizing a range of financial planning and asset management solutions.

Brett Oland is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab in Oakland, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Charles Schwab in 2025, he worked at PRUCO Securities, LLC, Fisher Investment, and TD Ameritrade. Before his financial services career, he held positions at Monkey Sports, Braum's, A-Game Grill, and Allen Sports Association. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary managed account options supported by multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment due diligence.

Sean Parks is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Orinda, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank National Association since 2015. 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, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and sophisticated modeling tools.

Brian Wibert is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Prior to his financial services career, he was employed at Costco. 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, with clients retaining final decision-making authority.

John Wells is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors holding a Series 65 credential. He has one year of industry experience, having joined Wells Fargo Advisors in 2025. Prior to his financial advisory role, his background includes positions at Rhumbix, Inc. and Gusto, Inc., as well as experience in design education at Parsons School of Design. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, offering a broad range of investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored planning using proprietary research and tools, serving clients through a network of financial advisors with a range of specialized planning options.

Pei Gu is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Pleasanton, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 33 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Mass Mutual Investors Services in 2017, Pei worked at Metlife Securities Inc. for 25 years. Outside of financial advising, Pei is involved in managing a rental property. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, providing a range of services including specialized event-driven planning programs.

Andrew Yadegar is a financial advisor at Merrill with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior experience at Bank of America, N.A., as well as diverse roles in the automotive and transportation sectors. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Marcos Palma Garcia is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing based in Walnut Creek, CA. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has six years of industry experience, including prior roles at Edward Jones, Northwestern Mutual, and New York Life. Outside of finance, he is the owner of Palma Gardening LLC, a landscaping business. 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 employs over 14,000 financial advisors, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Areeya Vesvoranan is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with three years of industry experience. Her background includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Bank, and a bakery and cafe, as well as teaching positions at Florida International University and Miami Palmetto Senior High School. Outside of finance, she is involved with Thai Tamarind Restaurant in Belmont, CA, where she assists with customer service duties. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of planning options that cover retirement, education, risk management, and specialty areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs analysis. The firm uses proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations, with implementation options through brokerage or advisory programs.