Kathleen M. Snodgrass is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 35 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 1992 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Snodgrass serves on the investment committee of the Hanna Boys Center, a faith-based nonprofit residential treatment center for at-risk teenage boys, and is a board member and investment committee participant at Mercy Investment Services. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management offerings tailored using proprietary research and capital market assumptions.

Sirma Tzoutzova serves as the Regional Vice President for Fidelity Private Wealth Management in the Western United States. In this role, she leads advisory teams focused on assisting ultra-high-net-worth clients and families with wealth preservation, growth, and transfer through personalized and integrated planning and investment strategies. Her professional experience includes positions at Fidelity Investments, where she held roles as Wealth Management Advisor from 2017 to 2021, Senior Account Executive from 2005 to 2013, Investments Representative from 2000 to 2003, and Participant Services Representative from 1999 to 2000. She also served as Managing Director at Silicon Valley Bank from 2013 to 2017. Sirma holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional pursuits, she has interests in fitness, social events, golf, parenthood, traveling, and yoga.

Ngoc Tran is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 12 years of industry experience. Ngoc holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Wells Fargo-related entities since 2011. Outside of finance, Ngoc is a photographer and owns a photography business based in San Jose, CA. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by extensive research and analytics.

Bryan Carp is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with six years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2017 and also worked at Postmates from 2016 to 2024. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by structured discovery processes and proprietary planning tools.

Daire Hogan is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2007, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and models.

Abraham Alesna is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 license and less than one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Monterra Credit Union, and 24 Hour Fitness. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Robert Schloer is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. He previously worked at Credit Suisse Hong Kong Ltd for eleven years. Outside of his advisory role, he holds a minority equity stake in Clinova Ltd, a private healthcare company. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative due diligence and may incorporate an ESG eligibility framework.

Elizabeth Kent Levy is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 29 years of industry experience. She has held positions at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and previously worked at Citigroup Global Markets from 1995 to 2009. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by structured discovery processes and advanced modeling tools.

Shishun Kryskalla is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in San Mateo, CA, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses with five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Blakeley Group, Morgan Stanley, UBS Financial Services, Mercer Global Advisors Inc., and Dragon Financial Group. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendations and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Shan Shan Wu is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 11 years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at UBS Financial Services and Wells Fargo Clearing. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Weiqing Li is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, Li focuses on helping clients identify their financial priorities and develop strategies aligned with their goals. Li's approach emphasizes a clear understanding of client values to guide financial planning. Li holds a Master's Degree from the University of Science and Technology Beijing, a Master's Degree from the University of Southern California, and a Bachelor's Degree from Shaanxi University of Science and Technology. Li is also designated as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Proficient in English, Chinese, Mandarin, and Taiwanese, Li is equipped to serve a diverse client base.

Nhi Nguyen is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at First Republic Securities Company, LLC, First Republic Investment Management, Inc., and Robert Half Company. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research, incorporating an ESG eligibility framework and broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Christian Galvez is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His background includes roles in education at Santa Clara University and executive education at Stanford Graduate School of Business. He has also worked in the retail and hospitality sectors with Lunardi's Market and The Cask Wine and Bar. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a wide range of advisory services to individuals and institutions. The firm employs structured financial planning processes and serves clients through both individual and corporate financial planning agreements.

Bassel Mansour is a financial advisor at Osaic with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. since 2018. Mansour is also the owner of Golden Gate Financial & Insurance Solutions, a financial advising firm offering fixed insurance products. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporations, providing brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization and supports various investment strategies, including discretionary Unified Managed Accounts and third-party money manager programs.

Keith Virnoche is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 1984 and serves as a qualified Portfolio Manager. In his role, he provides traditional financial advice and guidance, while also building and managing personalized investment strategies that may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill Lynch model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. As a Portfolio Manager within the firm's Investment Advisory Program, he may manage strategies on a discretionary basis. Keith earned a Bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin, an MBA from the University of Evansville, Indiana, and a Master of Science in Financial Planning from Golden Gate University in San Francisco. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designations, maintaining both since 2004. He is a member of The Peninsula Golf and Country Club in San Mateo, California, and participates in community activities with Mills - Peninsula Health Services in Burlingame, California.

Jace Dela Vega is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he assists individuals and families in making informed financial decisions. He provides personalized guidance, comprehensive resources, and exceptional service to simplify complex financial matters and help clients pursue their personal and financial goals. Since joining Bank of America and Merrill in 2014, Jace has held several client-focused roles, including Personal Banker, Mortgage Lending Associate, Senior Relationship Manager, and Financial Advisor. These positions have provided him with broad experience in banking, lending, relationship management, and wealth planning, enabling him to tailor thoughtful advice to each client's unique needs. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Jace earned an Associate's Degree from City College of San Francisco and a High School Diploma from El Camino High School. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, particularly around the barbecue, and engages in activities such as bowling, basketball, and staying active whenever possible.

Brad Pyles is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with Fisher Investments, where he has worked since 2001, bringing 22 years of industry experience. He serves as Vice President of Community Engagement for the Proctor Elementary School PTA Board. Fisher Investments provides discretionary portfolio management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals, utilizing a centralized investment approach that combines quantitative and qualitative research to manage globally diversified portfolios.

John Lee is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 14 years of industry experience, currently with Edward Jones in Los Altos, CA. His previous roles include positions at Facet, Cerity Partners, Mariner Wealth Advisors, and several other firms. 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 strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Joseph Buenavista is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated private bank since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the board of the Buenavista Family Inn, a resort inn in California, and is involved with the Navy Rugby Alumni Association as a board member and annual dinner chair. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through both direct individual plans and corporate financial planning agreements.

James Ong is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and having 22 years of industry experience. His prior firms include Merrill, Banc of America Investment Services, and Morgan Stanley DW Inc. Outside of advising, he is involved in managing several rental properties. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm employs research and analytics-based investment evaluation and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions across a large-scale operation.