Louis Dong is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013, also working at JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2018. 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. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Carlos Bolanos is a CFP® with 38 years of experience in financial advisory and tax preparation. He has worked at Cetera since 2025 and previously spent nearly three decades with Avantax Advisory Services and its related entities. In addition to his advisory work, Bolanos owns an accounting and tax preparation business where he personally prepares tax returns and provides tax planning for clients. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual and institutional clients through a large nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party managers across multiple program structures.

Mark Krogulski is a CFP® professional with 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab and its affiliated entities since 2016. His work is based in Seal Beach, California. 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 advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Michael Shafer is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Los Alamitos, CA. He has 13 years of industry experience, all of which has been at Edward Jones since 2013. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and 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.

Ricardo Ramirez is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Lakewood, California. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 19 years of industry experience, including 14 years with Bank of America and Merrill. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal CIO teams and third-party managers.

Fernando Nolasco is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and two years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Financial Services since 2013, including his current role at Primerica Advisors since 2024. Primerica Advisors sponsors and manages a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm operates at scale with thousands of advisors and offices, using model-delivery strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and providing advisory services through advisor-client interactions.

Chase Golightly is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. Prior to this role, he served as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2024. Before joining Fidelity, Chase worked as a Senior Associate at KPMG from 2020 to 2023. In his current role, Chase collaborates with individuals and families to define financial goals and develop comprehensive retirement plans and personalized investment strategies tailored to each client's unique financial needs. He holds a California Insurance License, which supports his work in the financial services sector. Chase is committed to giving back to his community by assisting clients in achieving their financial objectives through careful planning and strategy development.

Lanfeng Zhao is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 credential and bringing 24 years of industry experience. Zhao has worked at Cetera and its related entities since 2002 and also owns EZ & Company CPA Inc, a firm providing accounting, tax, and consulting services. Additionally, Zhao is involved in e-commerce through EZ FAB LLC. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide registered advisor serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management options and access to third-party money managers.

Polus Ting is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2019. In this position, he works closely with clients to help them and their families achieve financial confidence through personalized planning tailored to their unique situations. His approach emphasizes building personal relationships based on understanding and genuine care. Prior to joining Fidelity, Polus served as a Financial Solutions Advisor at Bank of America Merrill Lynch from 2013 to 2019. His experience spans various aspects of financial consulting and wealth management. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his capacity to provide comprehensive financial guidance. Outside of his professional work, Polus has personal interests that include cars, family activities, hiking, and music.

Cristian Lopez is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at LPL Financial since 2019. Lopez also serves as Assistant Manager at SchoolsFirst FCU, a role he has held since 2011. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives.

Yaopa Cheng is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2023, Cheng worked at J.P. Morgan Securities, Citigroup, VincentBenjamin, Transamerica Financial Advisors, and World Financial Group. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and combines research and analytics with diversification principles and modern portfolio theory in its investment approach.

Frederick Allen III is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management based in Anaheim, CA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has two years of industry experience. His prior work includes long-term involvement with Allen Tire Company and roles at Monro Inc and Thrivent Financial. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering comprehensive planning that covers various financial topics without implementation of recommendations. The firm combines holistic, goal-based analyses with managed-account options under a consolidated billing system called “WealthPlan.”

Alexander Chen is a financial advisor and co-lead of the Chen & Associates team at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He advises high net worth and ultra-high net worth families across Orange County and throughout the country, focusing on retirement and multigenerational wealth planning, executive compensation and concentrated stock strategies, business succession and exit planning, liquidity event planning, philanthropic and charitable giving strategies, and trust and estate planning coordination. With more than a decade of experience, Alexander has held roles as a portfolio manager and investment professional with private equity and asset management firms in New York City and Texas. He began his career on the Loan Syndicate desk at Bank of New York Mellon, advising management teams of Fortune 500 and institutional clients on balance sheet strategy and executing debt capital markets transactions. His background provides him with a perspective that helps clients navigate complex financial and business decisions. Alexander earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with distinction from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor – Ross School of Business. He is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and member of the Merrill Alternatives Emerging Circle. Outside of his professional work, he is involved with American Corporate Partners, the Newport Beach Public Library Foundation Development Committee, the University of Michigan Alumni Club of Orange County, and Working Wardrobes. He resides in Irvine, California.

Belinda Dawson is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 27 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo in various capacities since 2012. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and sports and entertainment planning, using proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations for clients.

Taylor Curtius is currently Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, where they focus on helping clients develop personalized wealth plans tailored to their long-term financial goals. Taylor's approach begins with understanding the priorities of clients and their families, followed by analyzing their financial situations to construct appropriate strategies. Taylor has a comprehensive background in financial services, including roles as Financial Consultant and Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, Financial Advisor positions at Personal Capital and Edward Jones, as well as earlier experience in banking and financial services with JPMorgan Chase and New York Life. This experience provides a wide perspective on client financial needs and wealth management. Taylor holds a California Insurance License. Outside of work, Taylor's interests include cooking and baking, engaging in family activities, fitness, and traveling.

Robert Hom is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Warner Pacific Insurance Services, Prudential Insurance Company of America, and Pruco Securities, LLC. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and a range of brokerage and insurance products, supported by an integrated platform combining advisory services with insurance sales and lending programs.

Thomas Balas is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Orange, CA, where he has worked since 2012. He has 20 years of industry experience, including a tenure at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. Thomas does not have any publicly noted outside business activities. 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 a select group of Wealth Advisors. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Tirso De Anda is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Brea, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and offering 25 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Mass Mutual Investors Services, MassMutual Life Insurance Company, and Axa-Advisors, LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated financial products. The firm has a large national presence, managing over $1 trillion in assets and providing services under a fiduciary standard.

Ricardo Ortiz is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 12 years of industry experience. He previously worked at PFS Investments Inc. for 11 years and has been affiliated with Primerica Financial Services since 2008. His other business activities include the sale of loan products and home security referrals through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm curates third-party asset managers and utilizes a tiered wrap-fee structure for its investment solutions.

Bridgette Nicholson is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2007. 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 a range of individuals and institutions.