Shawn Henley is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pleasanton, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and over 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2007, including roles at Morgan Stanley & Co., Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Outside of his advisory work, he is a sole proprietor of a rental home business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm employs a structured planning process using proprietary tools and models while providing both direct and employer-based financial planning services.

Hans Reese is a CFP® professional with 25 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with LPL Financial in San Mateo, CA, since 2006. Outside of his advisory work, he is associated with Legal Shield in a limited, non-investment capacity. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides various advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios, research, and both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches.

Lili Huang is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including New York Life Insurance Company and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. 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 applying an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Walton Edward "Buzz" Brown, Jr. is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Oakland, California. He has been managing investments and providing financial guidance to both individual and institutional clients since 1998. In his role, Buzz focuses on creating personalized wealth management strategies tailored to clients’ unique financial situations and goals. He works closely with clients navigating significant life changes such as sudden wealth, approaching retirement, and those in need of stock option, tax minimization, and estate planning strategies. Additionally, he has particular expertise supporting women who are newly divorced or widowed. Buzz holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Pepperdine University and carries the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. A third-generation Californian, he has deep roots in both Northern and Southern California and resides in the Lincoln Highlands District of Oakland. Beyond his professional commitments, Buzz participates actively in community service through volunteering, reflecting the Merrill tradition of community involvement. His personal interests include adventure sports such as rock climbing, skydiving, and bungee jumping, as well as biking, cooking, gardening, hiking, traveling, and spending time with his family.

John Lucas Jr. is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. for 17 years prior to joining Raymond James. He serves as a trusted advisor in a client estate plan, assisting with the facilitation of client wishes pursuant to wills and trusts. Raymond James & Associates is a large institution serving individuals, institutional clients, and plan sponsors with financial planning and advisory services. The firm offers a range of portfolio management styles supported by research and is notable for its municipal advisory services and comprehensive affiliate ecosystem.

Matthew Weaver is a CFA® charterholder and Series 63 licensed advisor with 12 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2016 and also works with Fremont Bank, where he has been active since 2015. Prior to joining LPL, he spent a year at Sorrento Pacific Financial, LLC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside model portfolios and research.

Meiting Lin is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities in 2026, Lin worked at Citibank and Bank of America. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, using a process that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Jacob Saliba is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 66, and Series 65 designations. His career includes multiple roles at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank NA and Forge Securities LLC. 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.

Xiang Li is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 21 years of industry experience. He has held his current position since 2010. Outside of advising, he works as an interpreter. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Nathaniel Hintz is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 20 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Insight Wealth Strategies, Mutual Securities, and Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation. 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 advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Hok In Un is a Series 66 licensed advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan, he worked at Tumi Inc. from 2016 to 2020. He has held positions at both JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC since 2020. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, using a combination of quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence. The firm applies an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations and delivers services on a non-discretionary basis.

Wendy Venegas is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of her advisory role, she is a part-owner of residential real estate properties. 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. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Erol Tamer is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Francisco, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and has also worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a variety of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services that range from retail to institutional solutions.

Howard Hertz is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera since 2021. He has held roles with Avantax Insurance Agency, Tri-Valley Tax & Financial Services, and other related businesses. In addition to his advisory work, he is president and owner of Tri-Valley Tax & Financial Services and is an enrolled agent. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates a multi-manager platform serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts, offering a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors.

Steven Gee is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. His prior firms include Voya Financial Advisors and Wiline Network. In addition to his advisory work, he operates as an independent insurance agent specializing in fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large nationwide network of over 10,000 independent advisors. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services via a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party managers and a range of program options.

Katelyn Kennedy is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at O'Melveny & Myers LLP for three years. Kennedy has an investment interest in a real estate partnership but does not have a direct role in its management. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by offering brokerage and investment advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and proprietary research to tailor client strategies.

Shelley Cairns is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 28 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley and UBS Financial Services. She is also employed by JPMorgan Bank, where she offers deposit and credit products in addition to advisory services. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC 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 strategies.

Ricardo Martell Jr. is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2019, following roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by structured tools and the Global Investment Committee’s resources, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Allen Lipscomb is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Pleasanton, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and WELLS FARGO Advisors. He is also an advisor with Blue Oaks Management, LLC, an Ameriprise Financial Franchise. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with specific asset thresholds, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Bruce Stuart is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he writes and manages a website dedicated to serial fiction and serves as a board member for Albany Law School. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and combines broad retail and institutional offerings with specialized advisory and financial planning services.