David Ellman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Concord, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at LPL Financial, BMO Bank NA, and BancWest Investment Services. He also holds a California real estate license and is responsible for licensing oversight within the state. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Mia Jay is a Series 66-registered financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with one year of industry experience. She has previously worked at Northwestern Mutual and held roles outside finance, including at The Well Coffeehouse and Sisi Cafe. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory services, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and capital markets solutions supported by proprietary research and institutional trading capabilities.

Joseph Frank is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Oakland, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he manages a rental property in Antioch, CA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s investment approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Sagar Gurung is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Concord, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and six years of industry experience. He has worked at Primerica Financial Services since 2017 and has prior experience in the food delivery and dining industries. In addition to his advisory role, he receives compensation for referring home security and automation products through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm employs model-driven investment strategies managed by third-party asset managers and offers discretionary separately managed accounts with custody and trade execution supported by BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing.

Kyle Vallejo is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at multiple firms, including Nationwide Investment Services Corporation, MassMutual, and MML Distributors, before joining Fidelity. Kyle is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research and quantitative analysis, utilizing algorithmic portfolio construction and model portfolios comprised of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Richard Daum Jr. is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Oakland, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its associated entities since 2007, including Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer providing advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individuals and institutions, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and offers a broad range of retail and institutional investment services.

Daryl Salcedo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and with 22 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo Investments, Chase Investment Services, U.S. Bancorp Investments, and Travis Credit Union before joining LPL Financial in 2014. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive operational tools and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Richard Bassett is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Orinda, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at BMO Harris Bank, Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade, Fidelity Investments, Merrill, and Mass Mutual Investors Services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies, supported by advanced research and technology tools.

Gracey Catalano is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Her background includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank, as well as experience outside finance with Alaska Airlines and Buffalo Wild Wings. She is also the operating manager and owner of Refresh-restoration Inc, a residential and commercial construction company. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering advisory, brokerage, custody, and financial planning services through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary managed accounts and employs multi-asset model portfolios supported by centralized operational and supervisory structures.

Sean Cook is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with Merrill, based in Oakland, California. He has 25 years of industry experience and has been with Merrill since 2009, concurrently working at Bank of America, N.A. since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing family-held real estate businesses, including overseeing capital improvements and mortgage payments. Merrill serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients, offering managed account programs, portfolio management, and brokerage services. The firm emphasizes tax-efficient investment strategies and maintains deep integration with Bank of America’s broader banking and capital markets platform.

Daniel Stern is a Series 66-credentialed advisor with UBS Financial Services in Walnut Creek, CA, bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at UBS since 2012. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, combining model-based asset allocations and proprietary research to tailor financial plans. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a broad range of capital markets and advisory services.

Melinda Fairweather is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Pleasant Hill, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and Bank of America. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved with SilverTree Collective and Wasser Wealth Management, where she serves as a Registered Client Relationship Manager, and she receives referral fees through Fire Friends, LLC, a wildfire protection referral business. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and maintains unique municipal advisory capabilities alongside specialized retirement plan consulting.

Rodrigo Flores is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. He works closely with clients and their families to develop financial plans tailored to their individual needs, focusing on strategies that support their financial goals. Rodrigo holds a California Insurance License, which supports his ability to provide comprehensive financial advice. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys biking, cars, family activities, and fitness.

Barbara Vincent is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 27 years of industry experience. She has worked at Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2025 and previously spent 15 years with Avantax in various advisory and insurance roles. In addition to her advisory work, she owns and operates a tax preparation and accounting business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and multiple program structures.

Kevin Kitchin is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, managing approximately $671 billion in assets and employing over 14,000 financial advisors.

Mark Sanchez is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including over a decade at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. based in Oakland, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and models to support its advisory services.

Margaret Hiller is a CFP® and Series 66-registered financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience. She is currently with Morgan Stanley, having previously worked at The Advisory Group of San Francisco for 18 years before joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Outside of her advisory role, she speaks on financial literacy topics for high school seniors through her consulting business, Launchpad. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning and advisory programs supported by firm-approved planning tools and a structured discovery process.

Benjamin Rose is a CFP® professional with 26 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James & Associates in Walnut Creek, CA. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2011. Rose leads financial seminars in the San Francisco community through the Financial Planning Association of San Francisco outside of business hours. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers tailored financial planning and consulting services, utilizing various portfolio management styles and affiliated research, while providing municipal advisory services and additional resources through its broad affiliate network.

Kenneth Casper Jr. is a CFP® professional with 25 years of experience, all with Edward Jones since 2001, based in Benicia, CA. Outside of his advisory role, he manages a rental property. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

John Hannon is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Danville, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 21 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Strategic Wealth Advisors Group, Ameriprise Financial Services, and Fidelity. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.