John Elliott is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Huntington Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., he worked at Morgan Stanley for two years. Outside of finance, he has experience in the food service industry, including roles at Domino's Pizza and In-N-Out. 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. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm delivers these advisory services alongside affiliated brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Yun Bai is a financial advisor at Cetera with seven years of industry experience. Bai holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at institutions including Citigroup, UBS Financial Services, Wells Fargo, HSBC, J.P. Morgan, and Bank of America. Bai is based in City of Industry, California. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, utilizing a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party strategies.

Kathleen Adams Brosterman is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in El Segundo, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 39 years of industry experience. She has worked with MML Investors Services, LLC and MassMutual Life Insurance Co since 1989. Additionally, she maintains a sales agent role in the health and long-term care insurance sector. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker‑dealer and SEC‑registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved tools to develop investment strategies without discretionary authority.

Khoi Nguyen is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. Prior to this role, he worked as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments in 2024 and as a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones from 2023 to 2024. His financial services career also includes positions at JPMorgan Chase & Co., Morgan Stanley, and Northwestern Mutual Insurance Company. Nguyen holds a California Insurance License. He focuses on developing strong relationships with clients, assisting them in aligning their finances with their personal goals to create tailored financial plans. His approach emphasizes prioritizing clients' needs, wants, and wishes to help them find confidence and balance in their financial journey. Outside of his professional life, Nguyen enjoys boating, family activities, fitness, food, hiking, and photography.

Seth Wensel is a financial advisor at Merrill with four years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He previously worked at Citibank and TD Bank before joining Merrill in 2021. 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 strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Hector Ruiz is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 26 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been associated with various Fidelity entities since 2013, including Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC and Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC, where Hector works, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, as well as registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, including fund-of-funds structures.

Jonathan Izquierdo is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and positions in higher education. 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mark Powell is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Orange, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he streams on Twitch and has participated in game testing for Microsoft. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual clients, retirement plans, banks, and other organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and utilizes research-supported model portfolios and advanced technologies in its investment management.

Pengnian Chu is a CFP® professional with 21 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2021 and previously spent 16 years with Waddell & Reed Inc and various insurance carriers. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides financial planning, advisory programs, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by a range of model portfolios and research resources.

Michael Murphy is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Cypress, California, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 27 years of industry experience. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2024, he worked with Linsco/Private Ledger Corp. He is a partner in the CPA firm Murphy, Murphy & Murphy and serves on the boards of several nonprofit organizations, including the Haynes Fund and Orange Catholic Foundation. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, and corporations, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm uses asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios with a range of investment products and supports various third-party managed-account solutions.

Audrey Schmedes is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Ameriprise in Los Angeles, CA, with nine years of industry experience. She previously worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and SCS, Inc. Schmedes serves on the board of The Village Enrichment Program, a community organization. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Kristi Bae is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2009. 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 through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm delivers these services on a non-discretionary basis, combining institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Hannah Etherson is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2019 and previously worked for eight years at Train Insane Gym. Merrill, along 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Ryan Redjaian is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments and holds a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience and has been with Fidelity since 2023. Prior to his advisory role, his background includes work in the fitness industry, university employment, and food service. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, managing investments across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Janet Simon is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 23 years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. She has been with LPL Financial since 2009. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services supported by research and a variety of portfolio management options.

Jeremy Blum is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2010 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 options. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.

Timothy Hannigan is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Long Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and 17 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing prior to his current position. Outside of his advisory work, he volunteers as an assistant coach for youth basketball. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of financial planning services and investment options, utilizing proprietary research and tools to develop tailored recommendations for clients.

Robert Hintz Sr. is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 43 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2002. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers goal-based, holistic planning covering topics such as retirement, tax, estate, business continuation, divorce, and special needs, with an option to combine planning and managed-account services under a consolidated billing program called WealthPlan.

Davin Saluja is Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments in Seal Beach, where he leads a team of wealth planning professionals dedicated to building long-term client relationships focused on individual needs and goals. He ensures clients have access to Fidelity's technology, insights, and specialists to support their wealth planning journey. Davin has been with Fidelity Investments since 2016. Prior to that, he held roles at Charles Schwab & Co, serving as Vice President - Financial Consultant from 2005 to 2016 and as Client Service Specialist from 2004 to 2005. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional role, Davin's interests include family activities, fitness, food, military service, motorcycles, and scuba diving.

Lorena Rubio is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2017 and previously spent seven years at U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients through investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap‑fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and combines brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.