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.

Fan Qi is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2019, she was involved with The Baubox LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she co-owns and manages a rental property business with her husband through several related LLCs. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

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 with OSAIC in San Mateo, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2025, Starr worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors for 10 years and has held roles with Osaic FA, Inc. and Neuberger Berman BD LLC. Outside of advising, Starr serves as a board member, treasurer, and president of a condominium association in Washington, DC, where responsibilities include budgeting and managing building projects. OSAIC serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform that offers brokerage and advisory services, including financial planning and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment process uses model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, providing advisors with discretionary and third-party investment options and maintaining a complex affiliate network supported by private-equity ownership.

Troy Channing is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2020. Prior to this role, he was a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones from 2016 to 2020. He holds a California Insurance License. Troy focuses on building strategies tailored to meet clients' specific needs, emphasizing financial planning education and guidance for families. His approach centers on partnering with clients to develop personalized financial plans. Outside of his professional work, Troy has interests in baseball, biking, cars, parenthood, running, and traveling.

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.

Ross Gusky is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he partners with clients to develop and implement financial plans and investment strategies tailored to their unique goals, concerns, and risk profiles. He focuses on creating and adjusting plans to align with changing market conditions and life circumstances. Ross has held several positions at Fidelity Investments, including Financial Representative and Financial Services Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Professional at New York Life Insurance. He holds a California Insurance License.

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.

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.

Timothy Gedeon is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Burlingame, CA, with 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses a structured planning process with firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Jack Damelio is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he is part of the GD Group. He focuses on helping entrepreneurs, founders, executives, and their families with wealth management, including areas such as pre-liquidity event planning, diversification strategies, corporate cash management, executive compensation optimization, and tax-sensitive investing. Jack serves as a Portfolio Advisor in the Merrill Investment Advisory Program, recommending investment strategies to help clients pursue their objectives. Jack began his career in wealth management at Morgan Stanley in 2022 as a Financial Advisor before joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management two years later. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Pomona College, where he also played infield on the varsity baseball team. He carries the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. A resident of San Francisco, Jack is a native of the Bay Area and has interests in football, golfing, music, spending time with his family, and traveling. He regularly volunteers with community organizations in the city.

Benjamin Zusman is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at New York Life for two years and was involved in the restaurant business at Italian Colors Restaurant for four years. He also has experience working with the U.S. House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including various types of households and organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory and investment services through a national network of advisors and branch offices.

Richard Zak is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in San Mateo, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Charles Schwab since 2000 and serves as a volunteer board member with the CFP Board since 2017. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base including 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 combines non-discretionary advice with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and utilizes multi-asset model portfolios supported by centralized operations and alternative investment due diligence.

Alexander Rich is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 designations and has worked at Charles Schwab and its affiliated entities since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of a rental services business in Phoenix, Arizona. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a large integrated platform.

Michael Petersen is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Fisher Investments since 2002. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, providing discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm utilizes a centralized investment approach combining quantitative screening and qualitative research to construct globally diversified portfolios and manages risk through tax-aware processes and defensive tactics.

Julius Scott is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Goldman Sachs & Co and Neuberger Berman BD LLC. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2018. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program that emphasizes written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research and includes capabilities in derivatives and commodities through specialized regulatory registrations.

Gerard Bessette is Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, where he has served since 2026. In this role, he works closely with clients to develop personalized financial plans that align with their individual goals and priorities. His approach emphasizes collaboration and thoughtful guidance to help clients navigate their financial journeys. Prior to his current position, Gerard held the role of Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2019 to 2026. His experience in the financial services industry includes positions at TD Ameritrade, Hornor, Townsend & Kent, Inc, CUSO Financial Services, L.P, and AXA Advisors, LLC. Gerard holds a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation and maintains a CA Insurance License. Outside of his professional career, Gerard enjoys activities such as spending time at the beach, hiking, swimming, traveling, and caring for pets.

Andrew Walsh is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in wealth management and tax minimization strategies. He works closely with clients to understand their priorities and helps develop personalized strategies to achieve their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. His expertise covers a broad range of areas, including college education planning, executive compensation, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Andrew holds a Bachelor's Degree from the National University of Ireland and a Master's Degree from Imperial College. He carries the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is registered under NMLS#2287337. As part of his approach, he serves as a resource for investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected events, providing clients with ongoing advice and guidance. Andrew can also connect clients with Bank of America specialists in banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Outside of his professional work, Andrew is a husband and father who enjoys spending time with his family. His personal interests include fishing, gardening, golfing, music, soccer, and traveling. He is actively involved in sports, including soccer, karate, and Gaelic youth sports.

David Yu is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Redwood City, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 1998. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm operates a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and oversight from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.