August Deangelo Jr. is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2019. Prior to his current role, he has experience in travel and roles at Murphy, Murphy, and Murphy Inc., as well as Duck Foot Brewing Company. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm offers a broad range of planning options, including specialized services such as business-owner transition and special-needs planning, supported by proprietary research and tools.

William Murray is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 33 years of industry experience, including 32 years at Edward Jones. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Outside of his advisory role, he owns residential rental properties occupied by family members. 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, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, access to separately managed accounts, affiliated mutual funds, and operates under a fiduciary standard.

Cynthia Tung is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 19 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 2015. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining proprietary research and model-based asset allocation with a range of financial planning and portfolio management services. The firm operates as a broker-dealer, investment adviser, and futures commission merchant, offering institutional trading capabilities alongside wealth management.

Bradford Dickson is a CFP® professional with 15 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with Edward Jones since 2012, working from the Long Beach, CA office. 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 solutions, operating under a fiduciary standard with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management.

Jorge Torres is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Whittier, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013, following roles at Chase Investment Services Corp. and Wamu Investments, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in real estate ownership and management in several locations. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm’s program focuses on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by both quantitative and qualitative due diligence, with recommendations limited to eligible strategies.

Nasar Aboubakare is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His career includes positions at Edward Jones and Paradigm Global Investments LTD prior to joining LPL Financial in 2023. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced research tools and a broad array of non-advisory financial services.

Efa Ferrer is a Wealth Management Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she supports clients in establishing comprehensive financial plans tailored to their unique goals and priorities. Since joining Fidelity in 2023, she has worked as a Planning Consultant and currently holds the Wealth Management Planning Consultant role. Prior to Fidelity, Efa gained experience as a Senior Registered Client Service Associate at Morgan Stanley from 2019 to 2023 and served as Director of Case Management at Margaret May Insurance & Financial Services from 2017 to 2019. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, Efa enjoys camping, hiking, outdoor adventures, painting, reading, and yoga.

Bertrand Brisbane is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity since 2024. He has previously held roles as a Senior Wealth Advisor at Empower in 2024 and as a Financial Consultant at Schwab from 2006 to 2024. Bertrand holds a California Insurance License. He partners with individuals and families to help them pursue their financial goals with clarity and confidence, focusing on personalized guidance tailored to each client's unique circumstances. Bertrand's approach emphasizes principled advice throughout various stages of life. Outside of his professional work, Bertrand enjoys biking, hiking, and traveling.

Alexa Barragan is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2019. Her background also includes experience at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., where she has worked since 2016, and a brief tenure at Abercrombie & Fitch Co. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework within a non-discretionary program.

Madelynn Merrill is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 license and five years of industry experience. She previously worked at Guggenheim Partners before joining Morgan Stanley in 2020. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and market simulations.

Nicolas Monserrat is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2020. Prior to that, he held positions in real estate-related firms and was involved with California State University, Fullerton. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers a broad range of investment and planning services.

Nolan Dunn is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Schwab, his work history includes roles at Baylor University, Target, and Da Bianca Trattoria. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance using multi-asset model portfolios and maintains an integrated structure combining advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Danielle Blunt is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 26 years of industry experience, currently with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., where she has worked since 2014. She is also the owner of Blunt Wealth Services, a support company. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using advanced analytical tools and supports various advisory programs and institutional consulting services.

Brittany Romero is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 11 years of industry experience. She has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2018 and previously spent three years at Merrill. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research, with recommendations limited to eligible strategies and supported by centralized due diligence.

John Schober is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2013. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. The firm offers non-discretionary, written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting supported by centralized due diligence and a systematic research process.

Sharon Chen is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in comprehensive financial strategies for business and family finance. She collaborates with a team of specialists to assist clients in retirement planning, investments, banking and credit solutions through Bank of America, and estate planning services. Sharon is a native speaker of Mandarin and Taiwanese and brings over 25 years of experience serving corporate and high net worth clients. Her expertise spans family wealth management, new wealth management, personal retirement and philanthropic planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. Sharon holds a Master’s degree from The Pennsylvania State University and a Bachelor’s degree from National Taiwan University. She also holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Sharon is actively involved in her community, having volunteered with the Fullerton Chinese School since 2003 and serving as its Principal from 2008 to 2009. Her personal interests include hiking, music, reading, spending time with her family, traveling, and writing.

Benjamin Goldberg is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at City National Bank and RBC Capital Markets. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the board of the Long Beach Century Club supporting athletics, participates on the Broadmoor Homeowners Association Board of Directors, and is a committee member for the City of Huntington Beach evaluating local infrastructure. 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 insurance-related investment options alongside traditional vehicles.

Shutong Chen is a financial advisor at Cetera with two years of industry experience. Chen holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Cetera and Cetera Investment Services LLC since 2023. Prior roles include positions at Cathay Bank, Hsu Yao Tuang & Chiang CPA, and several educational institutions. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individual investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers.

Stephen Rhorer is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tustin, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2020, he worked at SPX Corporation for 15 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a co-owner of a real estate holding LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm supports a large national network of advisors and branch offices, managing over $1 trillion in assets.

Michael Veyette is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth, Inc with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Osaic Wealth since 2017, following 14 years at National Planning Corporation. In addition to his advisory role, he is also licensed to sell life insurance, fixed annuities, long-term care, and disability insurance. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services with a focus on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by various tools and strategies, and is notable for its scale, complex affiliate network, and recent consolidation activity.