Ryan Conners Copeland is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over 22 years of experience in private client asset management, having started his financial services career in 2000 with a New York-based wealth management firm operating out of the San Francisco office. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 2009, Ryan has focused on developing strategies and providing advice for individuals, their families, and their businesses by understanding their short- and long-term financial goals. He collaborates closely with clients' tax and legal advisors to integrate tax and estate planning for long-term investment success. Ryan holds a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification earned in 2005 and maintains Series 7, 31, 63, and 65 FINRA registrations. He is involved professionally as a member of the East Bay Estate Planning Council and the Estate Planning Council of Diablo Valley, having also served on the latter’s board. He earned his bachelor's degree from the University of California at Davis, where he double majored in History and Political Science and received academic honors including multiple appearances on the Dean’s list and membership in the Phi Alpha Theta History honor society. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Ryan resides in Orinda with his wife and two children. He contributes to his community as a youth baseball coach and is active in coaching youth soccer as well.

Miranda Chang is a financial advisor at Cetera with 23 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. She previously worked at Avantax Investment Services and LPL Financial. Outside of advisory work, she is president of Chang & Associates Tax and Financial Professionals, providing tax preparation and small business accounting services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party managers.

Maria Del Rio is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 8 years of experience, holding a Series 66 designation. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Bank for 6 years before joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in 2018. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by proprietary tools and models.

Joshua Morgan III is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. His prior work includes seven years at HSBC Private Bank. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Percy Mc Gee Jr. is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he helps individuals and families think strategically about their financial futures. He works closely with clients to define goals, establish priorities, and adjust financial strategies to reflect changing life circumstances. In his role as a Portfolio Manager in Merrill's Investment Advisory Program, Percy manages personalized and defined strategies, utilizing a range of investment options including individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party strategies. Before joining Merrill Lynch in 2000, Percy worked in accounting at an engineering firm. He began his career assisting law enforcement officers with legacy and retirement planning and now serves a diverse client base including athletes, doctors, entrepreneurs, young families, and retirees. Percy leverages the investing resources of Merrill alongside the banking services of Bank of America to support clients in addressing complex financial challenges, often within tight timeframes. Percy earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration and finance from Humboldt State University. He holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is a member of the Black Professional Group (BPG). Outside of his professional work, Percy is involved in mentoring young financial advisors at Merrill and volunteers in his community, supporting organizations such as "STS" Strive Through Self and Big Brother Mentoring. He enjoys adventure sports, boating, camping, cooking, gardening, golfing, hiking, skiing, reading, and spending time with his wife TraShell and daughter O’Ryan.

Donald Daniels is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and concurrently 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. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Susan Davitz is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 23 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. 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 and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Mila Coffey is a CFP® and PFS™ with 29 years of experience in financial advisory and tax services. She is currently with Cetera and has held roles at multiple related firms since 1997, including Avantax and PH Tax & Wealth Solutions, CPAs, Inc. Outside of her advisory work, she serves on the board of the Contra Costa College Foundation and volunteers as an ambassador for the East Bay Regional Park District. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform that allows advisors to implement a range of portfolio strategies across discretionary and non-discretionary program structures.

Stacey Archbell is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She brings extensive experience from her background as a business owner and her work with clients in Silicon Valley and the San Francisco East Bay. Stacey specializes in working with families, high net worth individuals, business owners, and executives to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at achieving long-term financial goals. Her areas of expertise include college education planning, divorce transition planning, employee benefits planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, and retirement income planning. Stacey holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Physics from the University of Portsmouth, UK, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Physics from Brunel University, London, UK. She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, as well as a Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Her international upbringing includes spending her high school years in Hong Kong, reflecting a broad cultural perspective. Committed to community involvement, Stacey volunteers with organizations such as the Girl Scouts and is a member of the British Benevolent Society. She and her husband Ian reside in Sonoma, where they enjoy gardening, cooking, and exploring the countryside.

Terri Detre is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 31 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of advising, she serves as a notary public in Martinez, CA. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Zackary Hernandez is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC from 2012 to 2016. 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. The firm’s approach is driven by investment policy statements and modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.

Whitney Asher is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Walnut Creek, CA, with eight years at the firm and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2018, Whitney worked for five years at UBS Financial Services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools to assist clients without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone financial plans.

Wendy Campos is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. She has worked within various Wells Fargo entities since 2012, including Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC and Wells Fargo Bank, NA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Leo Wang is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation. He has approximately one year of industry experience, including roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Private Bank. Outside of finance, his work history includes employment at Ishoni Yakiniku and Callippe Preserve Golf Course, reflecting a diverse background. J.P. Morgan Securities primarily serves institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, providing investment consulting and advisory services that combine quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence. The firm applies an ESG eligibility framework and operates within the broader J.P. Morgan organization, offering access to a wide range of investment products.

Richard Bonavito is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Xinting Huang is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. Huang holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2015. 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, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Dylan Bell is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Danville, CA. He holds the Series 66 designation and has eight years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at Hillis Financial Services and DoorDash, alongside nearly a decade in full-time education. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by model portfolios, research, and technology-driven strategies.

Minjeong Kang is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, dedicated to serving as a trusted financial resource for her clients. She guides clients through various wealth planning aspects, including asset management, liability management, estate planning strategies, and individualized investment strategies with a focus on tax efficiency. Her areas of expertise encompass college education planning, executive compensation, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, international wealth management, legacy planning, liquidity management, portfolio management services, individual and corporate investment strategy, and tax minimization. She collaborates closely with clients to create personalized plans aimed at achieving long-term financial goals while taking into account personal perspectives and priorities. Minjeong holds a Master's degree and a Doctorate degree from the University of Minnesota. She is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is fluent in English and Korean. Outside of her professional work, she has interests in dancing, drawing/sketching, music, photography, and traveling.

Ethan Spain is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at Ameriprise and had employment at Hazy Barbecue and Safeway. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to generate tailored recommendations. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

David Fried is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he is the proprietor of Les Petits Nursery School, a preschool in Brookline, where he collaborates with the director to oversee business operations. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and alternative investment products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, delivering customized financial strategies supported by proprietary research and capital market insights.