Swati Seth is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. She holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at First Republic Bank, Chase Investment Services Corp, and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Outside of her advisory role, she manages a rental property, overseeing tenant needs and repairs. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s process integrates quantitative and qualitative research and includes broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Theresa Sondgroth is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. She has worked at Merrill since 2015 and has been affiliated with Rubin Family since 2014. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Christopher Bracamonte is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, with one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at BriteLab and San Jose State University, as well as entrepreneurial experience running Bracamonte Home Services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including customized financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Angel Chen is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Merrill since 2019, following a prior role at Citigroup from 2016 to 2019. Outside of her advisory work, she is the owner of Innovative Global Alliance, a for-profit business in Danville, California. 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, and institutional investors.

Hillary Lindberg is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she is an independent seller on eBay. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process uses structured discovery and analytical tools but generally acts in an advisory capacity without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone planning.

Stefan Jelev is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2024. He has progressed through various roles at Fidelity Investments, including Investment Consultant, Workplace Planning Consultant III, II, and I, as well as Workplace Planning Associate, reflecting a continuous commitment to financial advisory services. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Stefan gained experience as a Financial Advisor Intern at Northwestern Mutual from 2018 to 2020. Stefan holds a California Insurance License, supporting his role in providing comprehensive financial planning and consulting. He approaches financial planning as a personalized, collaborative process rooted in trust, transparency, and long-term strategy, aiming to help clients achieve their goals with clarity and confidence. Outside of his professional life, Stefan has interests in cars, fitness, golf, hiking, photography, and skiing.

Richard Catipon is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 license and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2012 and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individuals and institutional clients by providing advisory programs and tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process using firm-approved tools and quantitative models.

Daniel Leder is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2024. Prior to this, he was employed at JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. and JP Morgan Securities, LLC from 2018 to 2024, and at Cowlick, Inc. from 2013 to 2024. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary options. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable range of investment options including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Megan Forestieri is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at RBC Capital Markets and several capacities within Fidelity beginning in 2016. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, and it is notable for its use of AI and systematic methodologies in investment processes.

JJ Fajardo is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2024. He has 15 years of experience in the financial services industry, during which he has focused on assisting clients in building financial plans and investment strategies aimed at achieving their life goals. JJ holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from California State University, Fullerton, where he graduated magna cum laude. He also completed the university's Financial Planning Certificate program. Prior to his current role, he served as a Financial Advisor Assistant Vice President at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. from 2022 to 2024. He holds a California Insurance License.

Johnpaul Lonardo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Jose, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 21 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Mariner Independent Advisor Network, PFG Advisors, Chase Investment Services, and Wamu Investments. He also provides advisory services through Mariner Independent Advisor Network LLC, an independent registered investment advisor firm. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser delivering advisory and brokerage services through a large network of investment adviser representatives to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning and portfolio management solutions, combining extensive service platforms with technology tools for operational and research support.

Thuy Hoang is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in providing tailored wealth management strategies. Since beginning her career in 2010, she has worked primarily with healthcare and technology professionals, business owners, and entrepreneurs. Her approach focuses on a goal-based wealth management process that emphasizes accountability, service, and results, helping clients pursue objectives such as college education planning, executive and equity compensation, family wealth management, tax minimization, retirement income, and small business strategies. Thuy holds a Bachelor's Degree from Seattle University and holds professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Fluent in Vietnamese and English, she offers personalized financial strategies grounded in an understanding of her clients' full financial pictures and evolving market conditions. Based in Seattle, Thuy values spending time with her wife and two sons, enjoying family travel and outdoor activities. She is involved in the community through organizations such as Helping Link and is an avid supporter of local sports teams.

Alexander Winter is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with two years of industry experience, currently with OSAIC. His prior work includes roles at Beckman Investment Securities and involvement with Papapavlos Bistro and Bar, as well as a position at the University of Southern California. He has experience selling securities as an investment professional. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services. The firm utilizes a model-based investment approach with portfolio optimization tools and provides a range of programs such as financial planning, managed portfolios, and third-party manager offerings.

Cynthia Wemyss is a CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 63–licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Los Altos, CA, where she has worked since 1999. She has 27 years of industry experience. Outside of Edward Jones, she is a partner in a consulting business called C A Resources. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates through a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors.

Charles Sosa is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 16 years of industry experience, currently with LPL Financial since 2021. His prior roles include positions at Securities America Advisors and National Planning Corporation. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with Lifestyle Financial Services, a non-variable insurance business he started in 2008. 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 utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customizable strategies, supported by technology for operational and research assistance.

Laura Miri is a CFP® with 21 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2009. She holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Menlo Park, CA. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, offering investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition planning and special-needs analysis, supported by proprietary research and planning tools.

Chanelle Murphy is a Financial Consultant I at Fidelity Investments, based in the Mountain View location. In her role, she works with a diverse range of clients in Silicon Valley, focusing on helping them improve their financial situations. She specializes in assisting clients with retirement and investment planning, guiding them through these complex areas. Chanelle holds a California Insurance License, supporting her expertise in financial consulting. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys playing golf and tennis.

Lin Sun is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Los Altos, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. Sun has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2012. 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 combines non-discretionary client relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by centralized custody and comprehensive investment research.

Queenie Ngo is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with seven years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions through a large network of financial advisors.

Tammy Lau is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 21 years of industry experience. She previously worked at BancWest Investment Services and Bank of the West from 2003 to 2017. 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 process is IPS-driven and includes discretionary options, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.