Eric Ma is a financial advisor at Cetera with 20 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation and Series 66 license. Prior to joining Cetera in 2022, he worked at U.S. Bancorp Investments, HSBC Securities (USA) Inc, Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, and Wells Fargo Bank. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, employing a multi-manager platform with various program structures and investment options.

Jiaoling Cai is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 13 years of industry experience. She has worked at JP Morgan Chase Bank and JP Morgan Securities since 2019 and previously held roles at Unionbanc Investment Services and MUFG Union Bank from 2016 to 2019. Cai holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, using a quantitative asset-allocation approach combined with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework. The firm offers services on a non-discretionary basis, with client decision-making authority retained.

Chelse Vande Bossche is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, she worked for 12 years at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School in the SBCUSD. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Manuel Chinchay is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 15 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial and has previously worked at FSC Securities and The Advisory Group. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in non-variable insurance activities. LPL Financial serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives, offering a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting services.

Sichen Li is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 11 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2025, Li worked at Transglobal Advisory, Globalink Securities, and Transglobal Insurance Agency, among other firms. Li is also the CEO of Overflow Financial Management Inc., a life insurance business based in Chino, CA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, affiliated mutual funds, and tax-efficient services.

Taras Polakoff is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2021. His background includes roles at LPL Financial, the City of Irvine, and Premier Aquatic Services LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Jose Ching is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Monterey Park, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in multi-family real estate ownership. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm that offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm also offers a comprehensive range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies.

Huyen Jaime is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. in 2026, Jaime worked at Bank of America/Merrill Lynch for nine years. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework. The firm’s services are non-discretionary and focus on recommending funds and strategies approved through internal review processes.

Adan Santos is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Bellflower, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 2005 and Primerica Financial Services since 2004. In addition to advisory work, he receives compensation for referrals related to home security and automation products through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management primarily through its Lifetime Investment Program, which offers model-delivery strategies and a limited number of separately managed account options to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure rather than fixed fees.

U Lopez is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner and Smith Incorporated since 2009 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. 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 model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Ryan Chau is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, also working with JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2010. J.P. Morgan Securities 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 team of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision authority.

Avani Kothari is a Financial Advisor with the Kothari Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She provides tailored financial advice designed to align with the values and goals of the families and individuals she serves. Avani began her career in wealth management through an intensive training program in New York City, developing a strong foundation in client-focused financial planning. She specializes in socially responsible, values-based, and ESG investing, as well as supporting women and clients in sports and entertainment sectors. Avani earned her Bachelor's degree in Political Economy with a concentration in Financial Economics from the University of California, Berkeley. She holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ (SE-AWMA™) designations. These credentials reflect her commitment to providing in-depth, high-quality financial guidance. Outside of her professional life, Avani is a certified yoga instructor and is passionate about wellness and balance. She and her fiancé recently moved back to Southern California after living on the East Coast for three years. Avani's personal interests also include pickleball, running, tennis, and spending time with her family.

Trevor Kleineahlbrandt is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked for Western International Securities, Inc. for 23 years. He serves on the board of directors for Lytle Creek Firing Line, a non-investment-related organization. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by research and model portfolios, serving both discretionary and non-discretionary management needs.

Jason Pugmire is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab in Pasadena, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles in surgical esthetics and retail, as well as involvement with the CSUN VITA program. Charles Schwab serves a large client base of primarily 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 both non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance employing multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational support.

Nicholas Smith Sr. is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank NA since 2018, and previously at City National Bank from 2015 to 2018. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Kenneth Chung is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, previously working at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2025. 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 combines large institutional advisory operations with affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Gustavo Rodriguez is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., with tenures spanning from 2012 to the present, and previously was associated with Stone Insurance Inc. and Independent Financial Group. 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 combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering services on a non-discretionary basis while incorporating ESG eligibility processes and centralized due diligence.

Jerry Candia is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 27 years of industry experience. He has held his current position since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Outside of his advisory work, he coaches the Monrovia High School Mountain Bike Club. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing various investment strategies supported by both internal and third-party research.

Samuel Martinez is a financial advisor at OSAIC with one year of experience in the industry. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked previously at RABco Financial, Pointwealth Capital Management, El Proyecto del Barrio, Verizon, and Ross Dress for Less. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm employs a range of asset-allocation tools and offers integrated brokerage, advisory services, and access to third-party money managers and wrap programs.

Haissam Alrachid is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor AXA Advisors since 1999. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as CFO and Secretary for No Mind Left Behind, a nonprofit organization. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through various third-party programs. The firm uses a hybrid referral and implementation model that incorporates advisory and brokerage channels to tailor services based on client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.