Stephanie Bauer is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Tacoma, where she focuses on helping clients align sophisticated investment management with their personal financial goals. Her practice spans areas including college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, retirement income, and tax minimization. With 14 years of experience in the financial industry, Stephanie specializes in guiding clients through managing new wealth and personal retirement planning. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the Eller College of Management Business School at the University of Arizona and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Stephanie's professional philosophy centers on creating strategies that address current needs, foster growth for the future, and build legacy for generations. Stephanie is active in her local community, participating in organizations such as the Junior League, Freedom Boat Club, Harbor Moms, and the USTA Tennis League. She resides in Gig Harbor with her family and engages in interests including basketball, boating, golfing, scuba diving, skiing, swimming, tennis, traveling, and yoga.

Donna Cuaresma is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 19 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC prior to joining RBC in 2022. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as power of attorney for her father. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs that combine discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment resources.

John Arata is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Securities America Advisors, Inc. and Securities Service Network. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of a family tree farm and acts as trustee for family trusts. OSAIC serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and offers integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, and access to multiple advisory platforms and third-party money managers. The firm utilizes asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios that include various asset classes on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Priscilla Suhre is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 25 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with Boeing Employee Credit Union Everett since 2009. Suhre is also a licensed insurance agent providing fixed annuities, life insurance, and long-term care insurance as part of her practice. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advisory services delivered through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Shawn O'Neill is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Seattle, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm’s approach combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Aidan Collins is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Paccar, Inc. and McCaffery, Nolte & Associates, as well as lengthy employment with the Snoqualmie Valley School District. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party program sponsors.

Brian Van Houten is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Gig Harbor, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2012. Van Houten serves on the Board of Directors for Heritage HOA, a community organization in Gig Harbor. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily to individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, written recommendations. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its institutional platform.

Melissa Newell is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tacoma, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. She has worked at Edward Jones since 2018 and was previously employed by Pierce County from 2013 to 2018. Outside of her advisory role, she is the owner and manager of Stevens26, LLC, which is involved in commercial real estate and rental income activities. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Kenneth Butler is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Auburn, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and possessing 32 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Verity Credit Union and U.S. Bancorp Advisors, LLC. 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 tools and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Chaim Rosenbaum is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Seattle, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2008 and at City National Bank since 2019. Outside of finance, he is involved in coaching and instructing crew and sailing and serves on the finance committee of the Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center in Seattle. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse range of clients including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs that provide discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services tailored to each client’s risk profile.

Ashley Cahill is a CFP® professional with 18 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Prior to this, she worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. She is a co-owner of Cahill CRE, LLC, a non-investment-related business based in Seattle. 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 advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.

Jack Lee is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank and Wells Fargo in various capacities since 2010. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to support non-discretionary investment decisions.

Thomas West is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments. He has held various roles within the company since 2020, including Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. His approach to financial advising is influenced by his personal background and experiences, emphasizing the importance of understanding clients' values, goals, family, and circumstances to co-create and regularly revise financial plans that support their ambitions while mitigating risks. He holds himself to a high standard of integrity. Outside of his professional work, Thomas is interested in board games, outdoor adventures, parenthood, puzzles, traveling, and volunteering.

Alexandra Nelson is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Bellevue, WA. She holds a Series 66 designation and has seven years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at MML Investors Services, MassMutual Life Insurance, and Greystar, as well as experience at Washington State University. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, employing firm-approved software and collaborative client relationships to develop tailored recommendations.

Benjamin Eickhoff is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Edmonds, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2008, including roles at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options in its investment offerings.

Jason Clark is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he collaborates closely with clients to develop personalized financial plans tailored to their specific goals. He emphasizes building trust and dependability as the foundation of his client relationships. Jason holds a California Insurance License, supporting his expertise in financial consulting. Outside of his professional work, he has interests in concerts, cooking and baking, golf, parenthood, snowboarding, and traveling.

Sean Whitsitt is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank NA since 2017, following a two-year tenure at Merus Global Investments. 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 and investment management capabilities, delivering non-discretionary recommendations supported by a centralized due-diligence framework.

Christopher Johnson is a CFP® professional with five years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors in Bellevue, WA. His work history includes positions at Seattle Public Schools, Oregon State University, and FirePro LLC. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individual clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm delivers advice through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and utilizes both proprietary and third-party investment programs and managers.

Jason Hummel is a financial advisor with OSAIC holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has five years of industry experience. He previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network and Soundview Financial Group. Outside of finance, he has owned and operated a photography business since 2009. OSAIC serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to multiple investment platforms and third-party managers.

Laura Jones is a financial advisor with Merrill in Bellevue, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 39 years of industry experience. She has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2010 and has been with Key Investment Services since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in managing a private beach property rental jointly owned with her husband. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.