Patricia Smith is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 45 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with UBS for 20 years. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations in delivering its advisory work.

Brian Mc Ginty is a CFP® professional with 34 years of industry experience, currently with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ. His prior experience includes roles at TD Ameritrade, Carillon Fund Distributors, and Oppenheimerfunds. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through Schwab Wealth Advisory’s wrap fee program and affiliated financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by centralized custody and order-routing operations.

John Rivera is a CFP® professional with four years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Scottsdale, AZ. His prior experience includes three years at The Vanguard Group, Inc. and various roles outside the financial industry. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement planning recommendations and ongoing advice focused on income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Kenneth Escoto is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2015, also working at Bank of America, N.A. during the same period. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a consultant and independent contractor for the National Hot Rod Association, assisting with ushering and crowd management at events. 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. The firm offers both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors, supporting a range of account types with trading, administration, and custody services.

Nicholas Wallace is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at the AZ Department of Public Safety and healthcare facilities before joining Charles Schwab in 2018. Outside of financial advising, he operates small woodworking and custom design businesses. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a broad client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management supported by an integrated operational structure.

David Dorward is the Senior Resident Director of the Phoenix office and a Managing Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in the financial services industry in 1995 and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 1997. His professional focus is on serving ultra-high net worth clients, including corporate executives, professional athletes, physicians, retirees, and business owners. As a Portfolio Manager, he manages personalized or defined discretionary investment strategies that may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management model portfolios, and third-party strategies. He holds professional designations such as Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®) and is recognized as a Forbes Best in State Wealth Advisor from 2019 to 2026. He holds multiple FINRA registrations including Series 7, 63, 65, 52, 31, 9, and 10 Securities Principal. David earned his Bachelor's degree from Northern Arizona University and is an Arizona native. He is a graduate and alumnus of Scottsdale Leadership Organization (Class XXI). His community involvement includes serving on the Board of Directors for the Fiesta Bowl organization. He has also dedicated time to several local charities and served as a Reserve Volunteer for the Paradise Valley Police Department.

Christopher Molina is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 14 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at USAA Investment Management Co., USAA Financial Advisors, APEX Systems, Fisher Investments, and Scottrade. Charles Schwab serves 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios, written advice policies, and alternative investment due diligence.

Virginia Rueth is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab since 2006. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves 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 a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a large-scale integrated structure and a formal alternative investment process.

Tedda Rogers is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 29 years of industry experience. She has held roles at USAA Investment Management Company and USAA Financial Planning Services prior to joining Charles Schwab in 2020. Outside of her advisory work, she owns a property in Phoenix where she rents out space for vehicle and storage purposes. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management and comprehensive financial planning services. The firm’s integrated platform supports a large client base with centralized supervision, custody, and order-routing capabilities.

Jana Frydman is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab since 2010. Charles Schwab serves 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 combines a non-discretionary client relationship model with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by centralized custody and operational services.

Daniel Wellman is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2007, including 10 years with Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves 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 a combination of non-discretionary advisory and discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational support.

Martin Falcon is a financial advisor at Fidelity with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with Fidelity Investments, Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC, Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab, and USM, Inc. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its use of systematic methodologies, delegated management, and involvement with registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Nathaniel Carlon is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 designations and 22 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Stifel Nicolaus, Equitable Advisors, and Chase Investment Services. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with BMC Strategies, a business unrelated to investments. 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 range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of over 22,800 advisors and comprehensive operational tools.

Lindsey Barba is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab Bank, SSB and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2010. Outside of her advisory work, she also works as a grocery delivery shopper for Instacart on weekends. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary SMAs and offers multi-asset model portfolios, alternative investment options, and centralized custody and order-routing services.

Adam Carlat is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Scottsdale, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and PlanMember Securities Corporation. In addition to his advisory work, he is involved in an insurance business selling life insurance and fixed annuities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, supported by technology tools and a broad network of advisors.

Pedro Franco is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Edward Jones, Morgan Stanley, and Vanguard. J.P. Morgan Securities 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 incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Gregory La Monica is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tempe, Arizona, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Owen Scanlon is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Scottsdale, AZ, holding a Series 63 designation and 41 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. Their planning process uses firm-approved tools and modeling techniques, serving clients both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Thomas Lofy is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 24 years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. He has been with LPL Financial since 2003. Outside his advisory role, he is an attorney specializing in estate planning through his law firm, Lofy Law, PC, and also operates a tax preparation and accounting business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Joshua Paley is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in Tempe, Arizona, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he worked at Merrill and J.P. Morgan Securities. 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 range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and third-party asset management, supported by technology and a large network of advisors.