Christina Diercks is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously spent five years with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a power of attorney and trustee for her mother. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary options. 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.

Timothy Makovkin is a financial advisor at Cetera with 36 years of experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Cetera and Voya Financial Advisors. He also operates as an independent insurance agent. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors, offering a range of portfolio management and financial planning services across multiple program structures.

Feroz Subedar is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Los Altos, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. His career includes prior roles at Ummah Investments LLC, Optima Investment Management LLC, and Scottrade/TD Ameritrade Services. He has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2019. 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 investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm’s integrated structure combines advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services with a focus on multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investments.

Manuel Ojeda is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2013 and 2015, respectively. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm uses structured planning tools and a disciplined investment approach, offering comprehensive solutions including estate planning and institutional advisory services.

Mary Plowden is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. She has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2015. 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 through its Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Sheela Sukhdeo is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2021. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2013, progressing through roles including Financial Representative, Investment Consultant, and Financial Consultant. As a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), she focuses on wealth planning and maintaining a high level of integrity, compassion, and competence for her clients. Her experience spans various aspects of financial consulting, where she stays current with relevant knowledge and strategies to support her clients' financial futures. She holds a California Insurance License, further supporting her expertise in the field. Outside of her professional work, Sheela has personal interests in art, family activities, fitness, food, social events with friends, and tennis.

Alexander Curtis is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2015, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2021. Outside of his advisory work, Curtis serves on the advisory board of Wishlife, a family communication platform based in South San Francisco. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools to support its advisory process.

Katelyn Pan is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Andersen Tax and 23andMe, as well as work at U.C. Berkeley and Homestead High School. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Stella Miretsky is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following five years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. 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 solutions. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and anchored in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Meagan Merrill is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2016. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Jacob Kamine is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has worked with Morgan Stanley since 2020, including a position at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. Prior to his current roles, he was involved with Kamine Farms for several years. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and investment committee models.

Matthew Ives is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 45 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2007, including roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Outside of his advisory duties, he serves on the advisory board for the Conference on Charitable Giving and is a board member of the North Fork Association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs for individuals and institutions, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and employer-sponsored financial plans.

Amy Chan is a Wealth Management Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she collaborates with Wealth Management Advisors to develop and implement personalized wealth plans for families and future generations. She focuses on building and maintaining multigenerational relationships and providing client services that help clients navigate Fidelity's resources to establish solid financial plans. Amy has been with Fidelity Investments since 2013, advancing through roles that include Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Senior Relationship Manager, and currently Wealth Management Planning Consultant. She holds a California Insurance License, supporting her work in financial planning and client advisory services.

Robin Starr is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 18 years of industry experience. Before joining OSAIC in 2025, Starr worked for Lincoln Financial Advisors for 10 years. He holds a Series 66 designation. Outside of advisory work, Starr serves as a board member, treasurer, and president of the Cityline at Tenley Condominium Association in Washington, DC, where he participates in governance and budget decisions. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, pension, corporate, and charitable clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools and third-party managers to construct portfolios across various asset classes.

Joanna Ho is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 10 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., and JPMorgan Chase affiliates. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a variety of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning and estate planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools to support its financial advisory process.

Shrddha Singhi is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with three years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Bank and its clearing division, as well as BMO Bank NA. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individual and institutional clients through a broad network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Robert Rius is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Burlingame, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. He also serves as treasurer of the Menlo College Alumni Association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools as part of its advisory process.

Joseph Nagy is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Cupertino, CA. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC. 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 model portfolios and third-party asset managers.

Ava Fairlie is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Burlingame, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, she worked at Stifel, Nicolaus & Company Inc and has experience in retail at Nordstrom. Ava also has a background in education, having worked at Burlingame High School and Santa Clara University. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a broad range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, including financial planning and estate planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured, firm-approved planning process without providing individual security recommendations in standalone plans.

J Mckelvy is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 43 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and Citigroup Global Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved planning tools.