Stephen Brainerd is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2017 and previously held roles at John Hall, various insurance carriers for W&R Insurance Agencies, and Waddell & Reed. Outside of advisory work, he has a Power of Attorney role related to investment activities in Vega, TX. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers comprehensive planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Donald Fung is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley since 2017, with prior roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities dating back to 2008. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individuals and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs. The firm offers tailored financial planning and utilizes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools to support customized client plans.

Marc Gambrel is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in San Mateo, CA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses with five years of industry experience. His career includes roles at JPMC Bank NA, U.S. Bank, and a variety of retail and service companies. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s approach integrates centralized due diligence combining quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates ESG considerations within its model asset allocations.

Christina Yuni is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Her prior experience includes roles at Merrill and Bank of America. Outside of her advisory work, she is a partner in Reef Hunters LLC, a company involved in real estate and technology. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a range of advisory programs for individuals and institutional clients, with a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and resources. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides both direct and employer-sponsored financial planning services.

Ali Yousuf is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with one year of industry experience. He previously held roles at Merrill and Proscribe and attended Baylor University. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. Their planning process includes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools but does not provide individual security recommendations as part of standalone planning.

Louis Larson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2014 and 2015, respectively. Larson is also involved in managing real estate investments as a sole proprietor. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by offering a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and models to guide client financial plans.

Richa Rastogi is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2023. She leads a team of associates who collaborate with clients to develop customized financial plans and assist in implementing strategies. Her role involves coaching and guiding her team to achieve their potential and success. Richa has been with Fidelity Investments since 2015, progressing from Financial Representative to Financial Consultant and Vice President Financial Consultant CFP® before assuming her current leadership role. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked as a Financial Advisor at Northwestern Mutual in 2015 and as an Associate at JM Financial Services from 2011 to 2014. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional career, Richa enjoys family activities, fitness, hiking, and music.

Jeffrey Gong is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Menlo Park, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and with 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2012. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting of 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 discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by in-house research and due diligence on alternative investments.

Ngoc Dinh is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. She has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015 and has prior experience in yoga instruction at Hot Box Yoga and Xplore Yoga. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting for plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to develop model asset allocations, with implementation support from related investment-management entities.

Hadis Farazmand is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 and Series 63 designations and has previously worked at Technology Credit Union and San Francisco Federal Credit Union. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments, offering written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting within a non-discretionary program supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Jairo Rodriguez Aleman is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, working with individuals, business owners, and families to clarify their financial priorities and develop aligned long-term strategies. He focuses on providing a structured planning process that brings clarity, organization, and confidence throughout the stages of his clients' financial lives. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from San Francisco State University and holds professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Jairo works with clients on areas including college education planning, retirement income, employee benefits, equity compensation services, tax minimization, and small business strategies. In addition to his professional work, Jairo is involved in his community as a volunteer coach in high school wrestling. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Dyana Mathis is a Series 65 licensed financial advisor with Fisher Investments in San Mateo, CA, where she has worked since 2014. She has nine years of industry experience. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, including pension plans, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals, providing discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm combines quantitative and qualitative research through a centralized investment process and employs tax-aware strategies and risk management techniques to construct diversified portfolios.

Elif Bower is a financial advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management who specializes in helping individuals and multigenerational families navigate financial complexity to achieve their long-term goals. Fluent in English and Turkish, Elif employs a disciplined, solutions-oriented approach that emphasizes clear communication and sincere client relationships. She works closely with clients to coordinate strategies that address near-term liquidity and risk alongside long-term objectives such as retirement, business transition, and legacy planning. With over 20 years of experience across various industries, Elif brings a broad perspective to her practice. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a double major in Decision Sciences (Business Analytics) and Management from Old Dominion University. Her certifications include the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Elif collaborates with a team of specialists to integrate Merrill Lynch investment insights with Bank of America banking services. Beyond her professional work, Elif engages in several community organizations including ETACUSA, Preventing Child Abuse, and The Salvation Army. Her personal interests include painting, cooking Mediterranean food, spending time with family and friends, traveling, dancing, and other recreational activities.

Nathan Jia is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. He focuses on ensuring clients' capital is actively working towards their financial success, emphasizing regular in-person meetings to refine and adjust financial plans aligned with clients' goals. Nathan's professional experience includes roles as Vice President at Sunstone Management Inc from 2023 to 2024, Managing Director at Sunstone Trust Company from 2021 to 2023, and Investment Manager at American Lending Center Holdings Inc from 2017 to 2021. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Nathan enjoys activities such as badminton, fitness, hiking, movies, outdoor adventures, and traveling.

Carson Schmick is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with three years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at JP Morgan Chase Bank, First Republic Investment Management, and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. The firm’s advisory process includes written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Xueling Zhang is a CFP® professional affiliated with Charles Schwab, with 10 years of industry experience. She has previously worked at National Life Insurance Company and TD Ameritrade prior to joining Charles Schwab Bank and Charles Schwab and Co., Inc. Zhang holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions. The firm integrates advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services within its wrap fee programs, supported by centralized operations and access to alternative investments.

Areeba Abdullah is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Mountain View, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with six years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2018 and previously worked at Virtus Partners LLC and held roles at the University of Maryland. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving 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 financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and models.

Christopher Mansfield is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Belmont, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at the College of Financial Planning and First Republic Securities Company. Outside of his advisory duties, he is a sales associate with Dergalis Associates, LLC, involved in the sales of group and individual ancillary products. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and emphasizes using third-party program sponsors and advisory models in its investment approach.

Dukens Holmes Tallandier is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in San Mateo, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, they were involved with Bay Area Home Cleaning, a residential and commercial cleaning service they owned and managed. Dukens also served in the US Army Reserves from 2013 to 2022. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Yea Bin Lee is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, Lee worked at Bank of America, Fidelity Investments, and New York Life Insurance Company. Outside of finance, Lee owns and operates a sole proprietorship focused on retail e-commerce selling clothing and cosmetics. Merrill 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, and institutional investors.