Marjorie Grace is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 44 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with OSAIC since 1996. In addition to her role at OSAIC, she is the sole owner of Grace Financial Services, a financial planning firm she started in 1988. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers and managed-account solutions.

Gagan Pathak is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, combining proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios primarily composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Ashley Cherry is a financial advisor with Merrill in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. since 2014 and at Bank of America, N.A. since 2021. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved as an independent consultant in several skincare and wellness product companies and serves as a board member for the American Association of University Women San Ramon Branch. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, providing a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and organizations.

Jessica Hughes is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and over 21 years of industry experience. She has worked with Avantax and Ameriprise, and also owns Tenshi Financial and Insurance Services, where she provides insurance and benefit plan comparisons. Hughes holds powers of attorney for family members’ investment and financial accounts. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers various portfolio management and consulting services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers, supporting a range of program structures and custodial relationships.

Charles Prestigiacomo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Alamo, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 38 years of industry experience. He has worked previously at Advantage Wealth Advisors and First Allied Advisory Services. He also provides investment advisory services through Advantage Wealth Advisors, an independent registered investment advisor separate from LPL Financial. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm supports a broad range of investment approaches through its extensive network of advisors and emphasizes operational and research tools without relying on automated investment decisions.

Paul D. Low is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill in 1988 and is based in the Oakland, CA office. Paul works closely with clients to develop and implement personalized, long-term wealth management strategies focused on areas such as college education planning, retirement income, family wealth management strategies, philanthropic planning, tax minimization, and special needs planning strategies. Paul holds several professional designations including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), Certified Equity Professional (CEP), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He graduated cum laude from Boston University in 1986. He assists clients in managing concentrated stock positions and important transition events like retirement, inheritance, or the sale of a business. Additionally, he provides access to Bank of America Private Bank for trust and estate planning services and coordinates with clients' attorneys, accountants, and advisors. He resides in Piedmont, CA with his wife Dana and two sons. Paul is active in the local community and volunteers with organizations including the Piedmont CA High School Sports Boosters. His personal interests include boating, camping, football, golfing, hiking, ice hockey, photography, skiing, swimming, and spending time with his family.

Arthur Potter is a ChFC® with 28 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and has held previous roles at Proxy Wealth Advisors LLC, Proxy Freedom LLC, Vitucci & Associates, Inc., and Allstate Insurance Co. Potter holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm provides financial planning, investment management, retirement plan advisory, and financial wellness services through a network of independent Financial Professionals, offering a variety of portfolio management options and proprietary model strategies.

Ryan Grauman is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2023, he worked at Saint Mary's College of California for five years and The Athenian School for four years. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from the Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Deborah Benjamin is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Walnut Creek, CA, with 10 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2017, following a brief period at Ameriprise Financial Services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by proprietary tools and modeling techniques.

Rania Israel is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in San Ramon, California, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and nine years of industry experience. She has worked at Charles Schwab Bank and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2017, following a brief tenure at Pruco Securities, LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she has engaged in rental property management for a former residence. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory guidance and discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Tyler Paik Nicely is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience, currently with Charles Schwab. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory duties, he is the sole managing member of two LLCs intended for future real estate investment activities. Charles Schwab serves a large client base of primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through comprehensive wealth advisory, brokerage, and financial planning services. The firm’s integrated model combines primarily non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and alternative investment programs.

Gilbert Castillo is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC since 2009. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Azeem Shah is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Merrill, Morgan Stanley, St. Mary’s College of California, and Bank of America. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and offers proprietary research and a broad range of capital markets services.

Rachel Braswell is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing, JP Morgan Chase Bank, Merrill, and Bank of America. Outside of her financial career, she has provided in-home supportive care for a family member with a disability. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large network of financial advisors and operates under a fiduciary standard.

Shayan Shamsi is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Morgan Stanley, Bank of America, and Northwestern Mutual. Shamsi is based in Oakland, CA. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios comprising mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Riky Hanan is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in San Ramon, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary advice through a centralized consulting team.

Claudia Thompson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 35 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in 2025, she worked at Merrill for 21 years. 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, including tailored financial planning supported by advanced tools and research from its Global Investment Committee.

Suleiman Samandar is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior experience includes roles at BlackRock and LendingClub. J.P. Morgan Securities 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 team of Wealth Advisors. The firm delivers these services on a non-discretionary basis alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Mark Krauth is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 2009. Krauth serves on the Board of Directors and the Hope Foundation Committee of Hope Lutheran Church. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with substantial investable assets, combining research-driven modeling and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Megan Li is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and six years of industry experience. She has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2019. Her prior work includes roles at Kitchen of Alameda and involvement with Alpha Chi Omega, Iota Nu Chapter during her time at the University of California-San Diego. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a multi-asset model portfolio approach supported by centralized supervisory and custody arrangements.