Jairo Gomez is a financial advisor at Merrill with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at firms including UCPath Center, Hanson McClain Advisors, and Allworth Financial. He serves as a board member of the California Masonic Memorial Temple, overseeing the facility’s ongoing operation and management. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Albert Huynh is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Sacramento, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC from 2012 to 2016, with a longer tenure at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. starting in 2009. 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 grounded in modern portfolio theory, and it includes insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Michael Wong is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at US Bank and First Tech Federal Credit Union. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Gage Demers is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals, families, and business owners to navigate important financial decisions by understanding their personal goals and creating tailored financial plans. His approach emphasizes clarity, coordination, and confidence throughout every stage of his clients' financial lives. Prior to his current role, Gage served in the U.S. Army. He holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Southern California and has earned the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, as well as the CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC) credentials. His areas of focus include Divorce Transition Planning, Personal Retirement Planning, and Small Business Strategies. Outside of his professional life, Gage enjoys outdoor activities such as biking, camping, hiking, and skiing.

William Neubuerger is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He applies his background and experience to provide clients with preparation and planning to position them effectively for their financial futures. He graduated from Creighton University with a Bachelor of Science in Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods. William served as an Infantry officer in the U.S. Army, completing Ranger School and leading teams ranging from three to four hundred personnel. His military experience emphasized the importance of preparation, planning, and analysis, principles he now incorporates in his work as a financial advisor. William holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He assists families in retirement planning and helps business owners work toward asset growth by offering steady guidance aligned with clients' goals.

John Germany is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following five years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a range of investment options that include insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Jill Knoll is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has worked at several firms, including National Planning Corporation, Wells Fargo Clearing, and PNC Managed Account Solutions. Outside of her advisory career, she owns and teaches at Knoll’s Basic Horsemanship, where she provides riding lessons. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services supported by advanced research tools and a wide network of investment adviser representatives.

Devin Crandall is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Bankers Life in multiple roles and was a professional stock trader for over a decade. His background also includes a long-term entrepreneurial venture with Jumpstart CPU. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a systematic investment process that combines proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm offers advisory services across various structures, including model portfolios, fund advisory, and consulting.

Felipe Sanchez is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Stockton, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing nine years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Bank since 2013 and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory options grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm’s services include investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, participant education, and plan benchmarking, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options among its investment menus.

David Cougevan is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Davis, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing vacation rental properties in Coos Bay, OR, and Davis, CA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm oversees approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management through a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Philip Waelbrock is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Elk Grove, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2020, he worked at Medtronic and has been involved with the Cal North Referee Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, Waelbrock coaches junior varsity women's soccer and serves as a soccer referee for recreational and competitive games. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs, managed solutions, and affiliated investment products. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and supports a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors.

Altynai Stauss is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked at Hibdon Auto Center and Enloe Medical Center and was involved in entrepreneurial ventures including Alty's Kitchen and Country Morning Bakery & Cafe. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies and investment solutions, manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets, and operates a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Julia Agustin is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she partners with individuals, families, and business owners to navigate significant financial decisions. She emphasizes a personalized approach, taking the time to understand each client's unique goals and priorities to develop strategies aimed at supporting long-term financial success. Julia focuses on building lasting relationships through responsive and attentive service. Her expertise includes retirement planning, investment strategies, and wealth management. As a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), she works with clients on areas such as family wealth management, legacy planning, and philanthropic planning, tailoring advice to align with each person's circumstances. Julia holds a Bachelor's degree from San Diego State University. Outside of her professional role, Julia enjoys gymnastics, hiking, spending time with her family, watching movies, and practicing yoga.

Luis Bautista is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Woodland, CA, holding the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 30 years of industry experience, including six years at Wells Fargo Clearing before joining LPL Financial in 2009. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, including model portfolios, third-party asset management programs, and institutional platforms.

Emma Kerss is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with Ameriprise, where she has worked since 2017 and has a total of 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, she spent a year at Westlake, Grahl, and Glover. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in consulting through Unapologetically Us, LLC and co-owns a real estate business, Team ME LLC. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research and modeling with tax-efficient strategies. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional provider.

Tsz Chung (Wilson) Leung is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry. He works with individuals, families, and business owners to develop customized financial strategies that align with their specific goals. Based in Sacramento and the Greater Los Angeles Area, Wilson focuses on building long-term relationships through a client-centric approach that integrates investment management, retirement planning, and wealth transfer strategies. Wilson's expertise spans college education planning, family wealth management, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, he serves the Asian American community by providing culturally attuned financial guidance tailored to clients' unique backgrounds. Collaborating with a team of specialists at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch, he offers clients comprehensive access to lending solutions, estate planning, and business succession strategies. Wilson holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is involved with the Home4Homeless Project at UCLA. Outside of work, Wilson enjoys spending time with his family, traveling internationally, playing badminton, dancing, drawing, interior decorating, and listening to music.

Nicholas Hanna is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. He previously worked at Nugget Market, Inc. and Sacramento City College before joining Edward Jones. He holds a Series 66 credential. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Bryce Pascoe is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His career includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities LLC. He is also involved in non-variable insurance activities affiliated with Prudential. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate entities. The firm uses model-driven investment implementation and offers access to third-party asset managers, insurance products, and affiliated trust services.

Muhammad Abbas is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities, JPMorgan Chase Bank, Wells Fargo, and several other companies. Outside of finance, he is an owner and partner of an online retail store selling clothing and accessories. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Wesley Holcomb is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Sacramento, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. His career includes multiple tenures at LPL Financial and a role at Principal Funds Distributor, Inc. He is also involved in coaching wrestling at Rio Americano in Sacramento. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions with advisory and brokerage services, offering a range of financial planning and investment management solutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives.