Gia Luu Phan is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, Phan worked at Bank of America, J.P. Morgan Securities, and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Additionally, Phan has been affiliated with Mission College since 2021. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party teams.

Aurora Heitman is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has held roles at Premier Research, Synteract, Inc., and Quintiles, Inc. In addition to her advisory work, she has experience as a homemaker and in photography. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual investors as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm operates at scale with nearly 3,700 advisors and approximately $15.5 billion in assets under management, delivering model-driven advisory services supported by third-party asset managers and custodians.

Nathan Walsh is a Series 66 registered financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Menlo Park, CA, and has four years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank, NYLIFE Securities LLC, and New York Life Insurance Company. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, as well as integrated brokerage, custody, and financial planning services.

Chun Kit Lee is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Castro Valley, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015. 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 combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Runtao Liu is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America and positions outside the financial industry such as with Shanghai Flavor and the American Academy of English. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Irene Allen is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 26 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including over a decade at Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory services to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and investment research. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients through direct relationships and corporate financial planning agreements.

Shahmir Moussavi is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he focuses on connecting clients to tailored strategies and processes that align with their unique financial ambitions. His work involves helping clients plan for significant milestones, including funding education, preparing for retirement and potential healthcare expenses, and developing personalized plans to support long-term family goals. Shahmir holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a High School Diploma from Hillsdale High School and attended the California State University System without completing a degree. His approach emphasizes simplicity and transparency in wealth management, aiming to make the investment process straightforward and aligned with each client's personal perspectives and priorities.

Mercedes Landaverde is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2017 and previously at Wells Fargo Bank from 2014 to 2017. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Ryan Walsh is a Financial Advisor Trainee at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he is engaged in developing his expertise in financial planning and wealth management. As a trainee, Ryan is building his experience within the finance industry, focusing on gaining the skills necessary to support clients in managing their financial goals. His current position places him within the Merrill Lynch Wealth Management team, where he is advancing his professional knowledge and capabilities.

Ariana Parker is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 13 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2012. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, providing a broad range of financial solutions.

Francisco Reyes IV is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Drivetime, Chewy.com, Farmers Insurance, and Enterprise Rent A Car. Outside of finance, he works as a clerk in a convenience store. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

James Wong is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 27 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank division since 2014 and 2015, respectively. Wong holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in several real estate investment ventures as a passive investor and limited member. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by providing tailored financial planning and advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm utilizes structured planning tools and investment modeling techniques but generally acts in an advisory capacity rather than as a fiduciary unless otherwise engaged.

Min Myo is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2018. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2010, progressing from Investment Consultant to Financial Consultant before his current role. Prior to joining Fidelity, Min worked as a Financial Advisor with MML Investors Services and Ameriprise Financial Services. With over 15 years of planning experience, Min specializes in retirement planning, estate planning considerations, and wealth planning. He focuses on establishing long-term planning relationships and creating customized plans that adapt to the changing needs of his clients. His professional approach is informed by his understanding of the multiple financial goals faced by families. Min holds a California Insurance License.

Troy Ryder is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley, Citigroup Global Markets, Investors Capital Corp., and Cetera Advisors LLC. Outside of advising, he owns an adventure training business and serves on the boards of two nonprofit organizations focused on education and community support, as well as founding a company developing home waste treatment systems. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts, offering diverse portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors. Their multi-manager platform allows for flexible strategy implementation, with assets under management exceeding $256 billion.

Weiheng Zhang is a CFA® charterholder with eight years of industry experience, currently serving at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC. His career includes roles at JP Morgan Chase Bank, Bank of America, Merrill, and Beijing Fengpei Fund LLC. 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 team of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Riley Krook is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2018, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. He also has past experience at Stonerise Capital Partners and served on the University of Oregon staff. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs. The firm emphasizes structured financial planning supported by proprietary tools and serves approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Dao Nguyen is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Citibank, Wells Fargo, Guaranteed Rate, and Loan Depot. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, employing a process that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework. The firm focuses on non-discretionary services, allowing clients to retain final decision-making authority.

Mitchell Bertonneau is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, currently serving as a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with five years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., Charles Schwab Bank, SSB, and TD Ameritrade. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management services supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Kosin Cheng is the Vice President and Private Wealth Management Advisor at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ with extensive experience in financial services, focusing on providing strategic wealth management guidance to families. Kosin serves as a strategist, educator, and thinking partner, collaborating closely with clients to define priorities and make informed decisions centered on thoughtful planning and disciplined execution. Kosin has held several positions at Fidelity Investments since 2005, including Vice President Executive Planning Consultant, Vice President Financial Consultant, Account Executive, Financial Planning Consultant, Investment Representative, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Personal Banker at US Bank and as a Customer Associate at CIBC. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his expertise in financial planning and wealth management. Outside of his professional commitments, Kosin's interests include art, food, hiking, movies, pets, and traveling.

Meredith Westerman is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 14 years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 10 years before joining Morgan Stanley in 2026. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and emphasizes a structured financial planning process without offering individual security recommendations as part of its standalone planning services.