John Holodak is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Merrill for most of his career, including a brief period at BOFA Securities, Inc. There are no additional notable outside activities reported. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services 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 developed by internal and third-party managers.

Soonhee Cho is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, Cho worked at H. Beck, Inc. for 12 years and has been involved with Grove Point Investments and Grove Point Advisors since 2021. Outside of advisory work, Cho serves as president of an insurance sales business focused on United Healthcare products. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Patrick Lane is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Long Beach, CA, with 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2013. Outside of his advisory work, Lane owns a rental property business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving a broad client base that includes individual and institutional investors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Kais Zeiadah is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with nine years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2016, with prior experience at TD Ameritrade from 2021 to 2023. 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational infrastructure.

Patrick Merrill is a CFP®, CFA®, and holds a Series 66 license with 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2018 and previously worked at State Street Global Advisors and New York University’s Stern School of Business. Merrill serves on the Investment Committee Board of Claremont United Church of Christ, where he assists in overseeing the church’s investments. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutions, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by proprietary investment analysis and asset allocation methodologies developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Jeremiah Nelson is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Anaheim, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Thrivent Financial since 2021 and prior experience with Heritage Oak Private Education from 2015 to 2020. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, focusing on holistic, goal-based analyses and broad financial planning topics. The firm offers these planning services separately from portfolio management and supports periodic review and updates through its network of advisors.

Christopher Cataldi is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Redondo Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in independent insurance brokering with Metropolitan Life. Ameriprise serves clients primarily through its retirement-income planning service designed for individuals with significant investable assets, offering tailored recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis with a centralized consulting team to deliver these services, emphasizing managed accounts and algorithmic recommendation processes.

Jesus Gonzalez is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Anaheim, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 2000. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure, providing portfolio management primarily to non-institutional clients.

Miguel Rodriguez is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. He has also been associated with Jpmorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2011. 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 a select group of Wealth Advisors. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines institutional advisory services with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Vicente Funes is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at Bank of America, The Myers Law Group, and Costco Wholesale Corporation. 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 strategies designed by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mariannette Lopez is a financial advisor at Merrill with 5 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America since 2021. Her background also includes roles at East Los Angeles College and Los Angeles City College. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Hector Amezcua is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he participates in land buying and selling with friends in Southern California on a personal basis. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Diana Vasquez is the Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2025. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2019, progressing through positions including Financial Consultant, Planning Consultant, and Relationship Manager. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked as a Tax Specialist at H&R Block and as a Client Relationship Specialist at Charles Schwab. Diana holds a California Insurance License. Her professional focus involves understanding clients' specific financial and retirement goals to develop tailored plans aimed at providing financial peace of mind. Outside of her professional work, Diana enjoys a variety of outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, swimming, and traveling, as well as engaging in puzzles.

Sammie Kothari Peng is a Wealth Management Advisor and partner of the Kothari Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She joined Merrill in 2000 and focuses on working closely with clients to deliver comprehensive wealth planning strategies and investment advice geared towards achieving their financial goals. Sammie's expertise includes wealth management planning, intergenerational wealth transfer, global asset allocation, charitable giving, and higher education savings. She serves a diverse client base including women seeking financial direction, business owners, professionals, and retirees. Sammie holds multiple professional designations such as CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist™, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™, and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® certifications. She earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Irvine. Active in her community, Sammie is a long-time member of ALPHA, an auxiliary of the Assistance League of Fullerton that supports various community organizations. She resides in Brea with her husband and their two children. In her personal time, Sammie enjoys running, yoga, reading, and during winter months, skiing and snowboarding with her family.

Nancy Molina is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Los Angeles, CA, holding a Series 66 license and 20 years of industry experience. She has worked with Morgan Stanley since 2016, with a brief tenure at UBS Financial Services in 2018. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a variety of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools such as Monte Carlo simulations and Secular Return Estimates in its financial planning process.

Annie Chen is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, providing clients with financial strategies for growing and preserving wealth. She manages wealth for high-net-worth individuals, families, and non-profit organizations, supporting investment, wealth transfer, and philanthropic objectives. Annie also works with private business owners on financing, business growth, employee benefits, and pre-transaction planning. Her areas of expertise include investment management, retirement planning, trust and estate planning, credit and lending solutions, and insurance policies. Fluent in both English and Mandarin, Annie is particularly focused on serving Chinese-speaking clients, including first-generation Americans. Annie joined Merrill in 2018. Prior to this role, she spent two years as a financial analyst for the National Futures Association and five years as a business banker concentrating on global banking and commercial loans. She holds a B.S. degree in Economics and Media Communication from Sichuan Normal University, a Master of Musical Arts degree in Piano from the University of Missouri, and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) charter holder. She is a member of the Chicago CFA Society. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Annie is involved with the Chinese American Service League and the Midwest Asian Health Association. She lives in Lincoln Park with her husband, daughter, and dog. In her free time, Annie enjoys traveling, yoga, interior design, and culinary arts.

Vi Houang is a CFP® professional with 21 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Cetera. She has been associated with Cetera and its related entities since 2013 and also operates Crane and Associates, a financial services business. Outside of finance, she is involved in coaching and refereeing youth basketball through her ownership of Play the Whistle, LLC. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm with a nationwide network of over 10,000 independent advisors, serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services across multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Ethan Lui is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with three years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2022. Prior to his financial services career, Mr. Lui held roles at East West Bank and worked in education at the University of California, Riverside and Los Alamitos High School. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

David Rodriguez Jr. is a Financial Advisor associated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at achieving their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. He provides comprehensive support in areas including investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected expenses, and connects clients with Bank of America specialists for additional financial services such as banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. David holds professional designations as an Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his High School Diploma from North Thurston High School and attended South Puget Sound Community College without obtaining a degree. His approach focuses on understanding clients' priorities to tailor strategies accordingly and offering ongoing advice as their financial situations evolve.

Alexander Grieve is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he works directly with clients to develop financial plans that align with their individual financial objectives. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2018, progressing through roles including Financial Representative, Business Development Manager, Relationship Manager, and Investment Consultant before assuming his current position in 2024. Throughout his tenure, Alexander has gained experience in client relationship management and investment consulting. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his expertise in financial advising. Outside of work, Alexander has personal interests in fitness, golf, pets, and running.