Wendy Wei is a financial advisor with Merrill and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. She has 19 years of industry experience, including 14 years with Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill. Prior to that, she worked at Wells Fargo Investments and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of advising, she serves as a general partner and managing member of two single-member LLCs unrelated to investment activities. 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 supported by internal and third-party managers for a broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Daniel Tomlinson is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in a range of areas including legacy planning, college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Daniel works closely with individuals, couples, and businesses to develop personalized financial strategies aligned with their long-term goals. Daniel holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Southern Methodist University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is affiliated with the Irvine Chamber of Commerce and draws on his background as a former Marine to build strong, trust-based relationships with clients. His approach emphasizes understanding what matters most to clients and collaborating with them to navigate financial decisions throughout different stages of life. Outside of his professional work, Daniel enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, and playing baseball. He also actively participates in his community through volunteering, reflecting his commitment to service both personally and professionally.

Steve Kang is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding the Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Merrill Lynch and Bank of America, among other firms. 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. The firm’s advisory process integrates centralized due diligence, quantitative and qualitative research, and an ESG eligibility framework.

Brian McTear is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. He collaborates with clients to co-create and implement financial strategies aimed at managing wealth and pursuing investment planning goals. His approach focuses on building trust and understanding to develop wholistic, goals-based strategies that provide consistency, confidence, and clarity in investment and retirement planning. Brian's experience in the financial services industry includes positions as Relationship Manager and Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments, as well as Registered Representative at Guardian Life-Park Avenue Securities. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his work in financial planning and investment management. Outside of his professional activities, Brian has interests in beach activities, fitness, music, parenthood, and volunteering.

Christopher Keys is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Tustin, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, AXA Advisors, since 1999. Outside of his advisory role, Keys is the owner of an accounting practice and serves as Director and Treasurer for Friends of the Sea Lions, a marine mammal center. Equitable Advisors serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management. The firm delivers its services through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and relies on third-party asset managers and advisory programs for model implementation.

Isaac Diaz is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and five years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. from 2017 to 2022 and spent three years at In-N-Out Burger. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screening and qualitative research, incorporating an ESG eligibility framework and leveraging broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Joshua Goeppner is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Torrance, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, written recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional provider.

Matthew Kriege is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Long Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Business Incentive Solutions and Philz Coffee. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured discovery and firm-approved tools, focusing on advisory services without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Shiela Imperial is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 14 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at various J.P. Morgan entities since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s process combines quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates ESG considerations, with implementation supported by affiliated investment management entities.

Kathryn Hackney is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 37 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at several firms including SchoolsFirst FCU, CUNA Brokerage Services, and Orange County Credit Union. She currently serves as a financial advisor at SchoolsFirst FCU alongside her role at LPL Financial. 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 a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of advisors and advanced operational tools.

Nancy Eckert is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Anaheim, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 43 years of industry experience. She worked at Citigroup Global Markets for 10 years before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 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 through a large network of financial advisors.

Jeffrey Ward is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Huntington Beach, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2010, following prior roles at Chase Investment Services Corp. and Wamu Investments, Inc. 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 a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to various portfolio management strategies, supported by advanced operational tools and a broad array of non-advisory financial services.

Calvin Jacobs is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, based in Long Beach, CA, with 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013 and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2017. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by proprietary tools and modeling techniques, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Brandon Dunn is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and Merrill. 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 advisory services grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm’s approach includes preparation and review of investment policy statements, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Jackie Lewis is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. Their advisory process combines quantitative screening and qualitative research to deliver written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting.

James Owens is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. Since 2009, he has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. He serves as a board member and treasurer for the SBC Community Homeless Coalition, a charitable organization. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a broad range of investment services.

Reid Williams is a financial advisor at OSAIC with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services Inc. and Jack Keeter & Associates. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a sole proprietorship as an insurance agent, focusing on the sale of term life, fixed life insurance, and annuities. OSAIC serves a diverse range of clients, including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate entities. The firm offers both brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform, emphasizing model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization supported by various tools and strategies.

Thomas Trauger is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services from 2014 to 2016 before joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing a broad range of investment and financial planning services, using proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations. The firm offers specialized planning services and integrates advisory with other financial products through multiple compensation and referral channels.

David Ko is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 32 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. He previously worked at Merrill for 12 years. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Cesar Macedo is a CFP® with 25 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. He has worked at LPL Financial in various capacities since 2007, with brief tenures at FSC Securities Corporation and Wamu Investments, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, Cesar provides tax preparation services and acts as a notary. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms, supported by technology and a broad network of more than 22,800 advisors.