David Minor is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2010. Minor serves on the board of directors for COTAP, a nonprofit organization. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement, with a focus on clients who meet specific asset criteria. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Heidi Crocker is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with five years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at UBS Financial Services and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Prior to her professional financial career, she spent twelve years engaged in homemaking. 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 services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Susan Vidalon Suzuki is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Oakland, CA, holding seven years of industry experience. She has worked with Equitable Advisors since 2018 and previously held positions at AXA Advisors, Pandora Media Inc., and Santa Clara University. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm provides financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs, operating primarily through LPL-sponsored programs and a variety of endorsed third-party managed account platforms.

Barry Williams is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in corporate benefits, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. Barry focuses on education and transparency in wealth management strategies to help clients better understand investment behavior during volatile markets. Barry began his investment career after graduating from the University of California Berkeley. He initially worked with PaineWebber, which was later acquired by UBS, where he remained for three years. In 2003, he joined Citi SmithBarney, navigating complex market conditions in the early 2000s. Since 2010, Barry has been with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In 2013, he earned his Chartered Retirement Plan Counselor™ (CRPC) designation, enhancing his expertise in retirement strategies. He also holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Barry is involved in his community through coaching at Sleepy Hollow School. His personal interests include adventure sports, golfing, scuba diving, and swimming. He works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at achieving long-term goals.

Virginia Price is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Tiburon, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven, incorporates modern portfolio theory, and includes a broader set of financial products such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Casey Pena is a financial advisor at Cetera with 23 years of industry experience. He has held positions at Cetera since 2019 and previously worked at Foresters Financial Services from 2011 to 2019. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves individual and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and retirement services, utilizing a multi-manager platform that includes both affiliated and third-party managers.

Denise Freedman is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and has been with Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. since 2005. 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, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Xiao Zhou is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following five years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and over two decades with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm’s approach includes a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Joshua Wulkan is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 7 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2019. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Greg Morris Cards, Inc. and spent 15 years at Huggins and Scott Auctions. Edward Jones is a 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.

Lou Chien Huang is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. His background includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, Citigroup, Thrivent Investment Management, and United Air Lines. 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 delivers these advisory services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities, operating on a non-discretionary basis where clients retain final decision-making authority.

Kevin Dommes is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services and UBS Bank USA since 2016. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, leveraging proprietary research and a broad range of capital markets and banking products.

Brian Asher is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Richmond, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for a trust based in San Francisco. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Nirmal Rout is a Certified Financial Planner® with 18 years of industry experience, currently advising clients at Edward Jones since 2019. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Outside of his advisory work, he owns a rental property business in Oakland, CA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and supports its clients through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Zachary Unger is a financial advisor with Merrill in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Bank of America and Pacific Premier Bank, along with earlier positions connected to California Polytechnic State University. 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. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

James Hinckley is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Alamo, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services Inc. since 2013. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a wide range of investment products and services supported by proprietary research and capital markets expertise.

Fabiana Filips is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing nearly 20 years of experience in delivering financial planning services tailored to individual and household needs. She focuses on helping clients achieve their financial goals by developing customized investment management strategies that reflect their unique objectives and values. Fabiana’s expertise includes college education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, retirement income, tax minimization, and socially responsible investing, among other areas. Her foundational approach centers on transparency, trust, and a commitment to clients’ financial well-being. Fabiana utilizes Merrill’s research and resources alongside her industry knowledge to empower individuals and families to take charge of their financial futures. She holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and received her Bachelor's degree from Lehman College, having previously attended Brooklyn College. Fabiana is fluent in English and Spanish. Outside of her professional role, Fabiana enjoys adventure sports, baseball, basketball, biking, dancing, music, traveling, watching movies, and spending time with her family. She values building long-lasting client relationships and supporting community involvement.

Brett Oland is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab in Oakland, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Charles Schwab in 2025, he worked at PRUCO Securities, LLC, Fisher Investment, and TD Ameritrade. Before his financial services career, he held positions at Monkey Sports, Braum's, A-Game Grill, and Allen Sports Association. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary managed account options supported by multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment due diligence.

Sean Parks is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Orinda, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank National Association since 2015. 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, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and sophisticated modeling tools.

Charles Truong is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2023 and previously held roles at Bank of the West and Bancwest Investment Services, Inc. since 2016. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers diverse advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Brian Wibert is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Walnut Creek, CA. He holds the Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities, he worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo NA. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, offering asset-allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when making recommendations.