Nicholas Smith Sr. is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank NA since 2018, and previously at City National Bank from 2015 to 2018. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Kenneth Chung is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, previously working at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2025. 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 affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Gustavo Rodriguez is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., with tenures spanning from 2012 to the present, and previously was associated with Stone Insurance Inc. and Independent Financial Group. 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 and investment management capabilities, delivering services on a non-discretionary basis while incorporating ESG eligibility processes and centralized due diligence.

Jerry Candia is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 27 years of industry experience. He has held his current position since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Outside of his advisory work, he coaches the Monrovia High School Mountain Bike Club. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing various investment strategies supported by both internal and third-party research.

Samuel Martinez is a financial advisor at OSAIC with one year of experience in the industry. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked previously at RABco Financial, Pointwealth Capital Management, El Proyecto del Barrio, Verizon, and Ross Dress for Less. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm employs a range of asset-allocation tools and offers integrated brokerage, advisory services, and access to third-party money managers and wrap programs.

Haissam Alrachid is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999 and previously worked with AXA Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advising duties, he serves as CFO and Secretary for the nonprofit No Mind Left Behind. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs. The firm utilizes a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers to deliver a range of investment solutions without sponsoring its own wrap fee program.

Raymond Siu is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC and TD Ameritrade Inc. He is also a joint tenant on a residential property where he collects rent from an additional unit. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of non-discretionary advisory services and access to discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm provides integrated brokerage, custody, and advisory solutions supported by multi-asset portfolios and a formal due diligence process for alternative investments.

Sean Chang is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at both Merrill and Bank of America since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he participates as a user providing short reviews and user experience feedback for a corporation based in San Francisco. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm provides model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors, with various portfolio implementations including tax-aware options and access to strategic asset allocation.

Jeffrey Steel is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Claremont, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, as well as Citigroup Global Markets Inc. since 2007. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning, using structured planning tools and modeling techniques, while generally acting in an advisory capacity rather than providing individual security recommendations.

Hyrum Chen is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at multiple firms, including Moreton Asset Management and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Chen also spent time as an independent contractor and has experience associated with Brigham Young University. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a process that combines quantitative modeling and centralized due diligence.

Richard Jacobsen is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab and its bank affiliate since 2011 and 2013, respectively. 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 integrates non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by research from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Nicole Luo is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing nine years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and has worked at Wells Fargo Bank since 2014. 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, participant education, and plan benchmarking. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, serving as an ERISA fiduciary and offering discretionary investment management options tailored to plan objectives and risk tolerances.

Patrick Holmquist is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He provides financial guidance and services within the firm's wealth management division. Mr. Holmquist holds a Bachelor's Degree from Creighton University and a Master's Degree from Loyola Marymount University. Additionally, he completed an Accredited Certificate Program from the University of California System.

Andrew Huerta is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In his role, he works closely with clients and their families to develop personalized financial plans aimed at achieving their goals. He emphasizes providing peace of mind through thoughtful investment and retirement planning, building lasting relationships based on trust. Andrew's experience at Fidelity Investments includes roles as a Financial Consultant since 2022, Investment Consultant from 2021 to 2022, and Financial Representative from 2020 to 2021. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Andrew enjoys camping, family activities, food, outdoor adventures, tennis, and traveling.

Rong Wang is a financial advisor with Merrill in Hacienda Heights, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and six years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Securities and Bank of America. 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 individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients.

Richard Bratincevic is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a real estate investment property in Glendora, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by advanced modeling tools and a structured discovery process.

Liliana Soto is a CFP® professional with 19 years of experience in financial services. She is currently with Cetera, where she has worked since 2013, and she also holds the role of Director of Financial Services at Crane & Associates, a financial planning and investment firm. In addition to her advisory work, Soto is a licensed public notary. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to various program structures and third-party money managers.

Joshua Murty is a Senior Vice President and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works primarily with high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families who have complex planning needs. Joshua focuses on investment strategy and long-term wealth planning, assisting clients in evaluating how their portfolios, estate plans, and financial structures align with their goals over time. He has experience with complex investment strategies and estate planning, especially for families dealing with multi-generational planning, concentrated wealth, and significant life transitions. Joshua employs a disciplined approach to investment management, emphasizing alignment between strategy, risk tolerance, liquidity needs, and long-term objectives. He often collaborates with clients' attorneys, CPAs, and other advisors to coordinate investment and estate planning decisions. Joshua earned a Bachelor's Degree from California State University, Fullerton, College of Business and Economics, and completed an executive education program at Yale University. He holds the designations of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), and CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA). His personal interests include boating, camping, fishing, football, and golfing.

Majid Taheran is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 65 and Series 63 designations and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His background includes prior roles at Avantax Advisory Services and extensive entrepreneurial activities, including ownership and leadership positions in tax preparation, insurance, real estate, and legal services. He also teaches financial accounting and mathematics at the University of Phoenix. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts, offering a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm employs a multi-manager platform allowing flexible investment strategies, with over $256 billion in assets under management and more than 10,000 advisors.

Cornel Catrina is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he works with individuals and their families to develop customized financial plans, focusing on retirement planning, income strategies, and tax-efficient investing. His approach is centered on helping clients achieve their personal and financial goals. Prior to his current role, Cornel served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2016 to 2017. He also held the position of Regional Manager at GL Advisor between 2010 and 2014, and was a Registered Representative with Datek and Heartland Securities from 1996 to 2002. Cornel holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Cornel enjoys biking, running, swimming, and tennis.