Mila Coffey is a CFP® and PFS™ with 29 years of experience in financial advisory and tax services. She is currently with Cetera and has held roles at multiple related firms since 1997, including Avantax and PH Tax & Wealth Solutions, CPAs, Inc. Outside of her advisory work, she serves on the board of the Contra Costa College Foundation and volunteers as an ambassador for the East Bay Regional Park District. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform that allows advisors to implement a range of portfolio strategies across discretionary and non-discretionary program structures.

Stacey Archbell is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She brings extensive experience from her background as a business owner and her work with clients in Silicon Valley and the San Francisco East Bay. Stacey specializes in working with families, high net worth individuals, business owners, and executives to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at achieving long-term financial goals. Her areas of expertise include college education planning, divorce transition planning, employee benefits planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, and retirement income planning. Stacey holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Physics from the University of Portsmouth, UK, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Physics from Brunel University, London, UK. She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, as well as a Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Her international upbringing includes spending her high school years in Hong Kong, reflecting a broad cultural perspective. Committed to community involvement, Stacey volunteers with organizations such as the Girl Scouts and is a member of the British Benevolent Society. She and her husband Ian reside in Sonoma, where they enjoy gardening, cooking, and exploring the countryside.

Terri Detre is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 31 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of advising, she serves as a notary public in Martinez, CA. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Zackary Hernandez is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC from 2012 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach is driven by investment policy statements and modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.

Whitney Asher is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Walnut Creek, CA, with eight years at the firm and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2018, Whitney worked for five years at UBS Financial Services. 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. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools to assist clients without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone financial plans.

Wendy Campos is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. She has worked within various Wells Fargo entities since 2012, including Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC and Wells Fargo Bank, NA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory approach 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.

Leo Wang is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation. He has approximately one year of industry experience, including roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Private Bank. Outside of finance, his work history includes employment at Ishoni Yakiniku and Callippe Preserve Golf Course, reflecting a diverse background. J.P. Morgan Securities primarily serves institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, providing investment consulting and advisory services that combine quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence. The firm applies an ESG eligibility framework and operates within the broader J.P. Morgan organization, offering access to a wide range of investment products.

Richard Bonavito is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 42 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 Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Jorge Rocha is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab who holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities, JPMorgan Chase Bank, First Republic Bank, and Better Mortgage. Outside of finance, he was involved with SOL ROUGE LLC for two years. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory services and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and research from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Xinting Huang is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. Huang holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2015. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Dylan Bell is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Danville, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing eight years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2016 and also operates CalBay Investments, a related business entity. Prior to his advisory career, he spent nine years in full-time education. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of advisors and advanced operational tools.

Joseph Yang is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Osaic since 2025 and previously spent 10 years at Lincoln Financial Advisors. Yang is also involved in offering fixed and equity-indexed annuities, traditional life insurance, and long-term care insurance. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisors. The firm uses a range of tools and third-party services to provide integrated brokerage, advisory, and managed account solutions.

Minjeong Kang is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, dedicated to serving as a trusted financial resource for her clients. She guides clients through various wealth planning aspects, including asset management, liability management, estate planning strategies, and individualized investment strategies with a focus on tax efficiency. Her areas of expertise encompass college education planning, executive compensation, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, international wealth management, legacy planning, liquidity management, portfolio management services, individual and corporate investment strategy, and tax minimization. She collaborates closely with clients to create personalized plans aimed at achieving long-term financial goals while taking into account personal perspectives and priorities. Minjeong holds a Master's degree and a Doctorate degree from the University of Minnesota. She is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is fluent in English and Korean. Outside of her professional work, she has interests in dancing, drawing/sketching, music, photography, and traveling.

Samuel Benbow is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Lincoln Financial Group and OSAIC. Outside of advisory roles, he serves as a senior paraplanner at Findley & Associates, assisting with financial planning and business operations. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports clients through various advisory programs and institutional consulting services.

Ethan Spain is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Walnut Creek, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at Ameriprise and had employment at Hazy Barbecue and Safeway. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to generate tailored recommendations. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

David Fried is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Walnut Creek, CA, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he is the proprietor of Les Petits Nursery School, a preschool in Brookline, where he collaborates with the director to oversee business operations. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and alternative investment products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, delivering customized financial strategies supported by proprietary research and capital market insights.

William Hawkins is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 33 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Global Retirement Partners LLC and Financial Telesis Inc. Hawkins has also been involved with Woodside Financial Partners, a related investment advisory entity. 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 offers a wide range of advisory and brokerage services through a large network of investment adviser representatives, utilizing various investment strategies and technology tools.

Joseph Dubose is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He previously worked at Alamo Capital and has held roles in diverse sectors including logistics and retail. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios including mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Keri Spanier is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at firms including LPL Financial, Triad Advisors, and Oakridge Insurance & Financial Services. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a broad range of clients, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and retirement-plan sponsors. The firm provides financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals offering both proprietary and third-party investment strategies.

Anupa Pandey is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with nine years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following prior roles at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank, NA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.