Matthew Matias is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with advisors to deliver personalized financial planning services. He focuses on building trust-based client relationships through proactive engagement and consistent outreach, assisting clients in navigating complex financial needs. His experience at Fidelity Investments includes roles as a Relationship Manager since 2024 and as a Financial Representative from 2022 to 2024. Matthew regularly meets with clients to conduct in-depth reviews, helping them implement tailored strategies aligned with their goals and supporting their long-term financial confidence. Matthew holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, he has interests in cooking and baking, fitness, food, social events with friends, outdoor adventures, and reading.

Michael Nguyen is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2021 and has worked at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2008. Outside of finance, he is involved in photography through a business he co-owns with his spouse. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advice. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.

John Komenkul is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors in Los Angeles, CA, with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been affiliated with Primerica Advisors since 2001 and Primerica Financial Services since 1998. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm offers model-based investment strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and operates with approximately 3,698 advisors and $15.5 billion in assets under management.

Ohan Chorekchyan is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 16 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. for nine years each. Chorekchyan holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves a wide range of clients including individuals, institutions, and municipalities. The firm provides tailored financial planning and consulting services, utilizing various portfolio management styles and research resources while maintaining primarily non-discretionary relationships with clients.

Tyler Horgan is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Raymond James before joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. He has also been affiliated with the University of Southern California since 2019. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund 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.

Connie Rodriguez Garcia is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Pasadena, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 24 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she is the founder of Sparking Success with Women, a professional networking group that supports and educates women professionals in the local community. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm utilizes research and analytics from internal and third-party sources and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Andrea Ratoza is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their long-term goals. Andrea provides access to Merrill's investment insights and Bank of America's banking and lending solutions to assist clients in managing their wealth effectively. Her areas of focus include executive compensation, equity compensation services, defined benefit plans, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, socially responsible and ESG investing, women and wealth, individual and corporate investment strategies, and tax minimization. Andrea holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Andrea earned a High School Diploma from Union High School and attended the California State University system without obtaining a degree. She participates in community volunteering, reflecting Merrill's tradition of engaging in the communities it serves.

Michael Yang is a CFP® with 23 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and previously at METLIFE SECURITIES Inc. He is also the CFO and owner of DoOn Asset Inc. MML Investors Services, LLC, where he is based, is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers.

Mark Garcia is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 33 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at TD Ameritrade, Bank of America, Merrill, and Scottrade. 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 both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, using multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Joe Valenzuela Jr. is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Brea, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2017 and previously was affiliated with the University of Southern California from 2014 to 2017. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Erica White is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 66 license, with 10 years of experience in the financial industry. She has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA since 2022, following seven years at Clifford Swan Investment Counsel. 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 and investment management capabilities, delivering a non-discretionary program where clients retain final decision-making authority.

Jonathan Goldstone is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors in Pasadena, CA, with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 to 2016, and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2003. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services and investment solutions, using Wells Fargo research and tools to develop tailored recommendations delivered through meetings and client summary letters.

Michael Hou is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with eight years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. His prior work includes roles at Fidelity Investments, Merrill, and Bank of America. 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by centralized custody and a range of multi-asset investment solutions.

Cory Mak is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Manhattan Beach, CA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has experience working with Bank of America, N.A. from 2017 through 2026. Prior to his current role, he also worked briefly in the retail and hospitality sectors. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Elizabeth Cervantes is a CFP® with 18 years of experience in the financial services industry. She currently works at Morgan Stanley, having previously been employed at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing. Her background includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Dena Izumigawa is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2012. She maintains roles with Scarborough Financial Group, LLC, and Zen Planning Inc. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a broad network of investment adviser representatives, offering a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and retirement plan consulting.

Julia Pearl is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Los Angeles, CA, with one year of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to her current role, she worked at Ameriprise from 2019 to 2025 and spent seven years at Bob Smith Toyota. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with BRAHHVO LLC, an investment-related LLC formed by her Ameriprise franchise. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning, utilizing proprietary research and third-party data to provide ongoing, non-discretionary recommendations.

Aidan Curtin is a financial advisor with Merrill in Los Angeles, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at LPL Enterprise and Prudential. Outside of finance, he is employed with Legends Hospitality. 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 supported by internal and third-party managers for a range of client types.

Hsien Lu is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999 and previously worked with Axa Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in an outside fixed business and owns investment real estate. 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 LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm uses a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to execute client recommendations.

Jaron Tsukamoto is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Thrivent Financial, Bishop & Co., and Island Insurance Companies LLC. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based planning covering topics such as retirement, tax, and estate planning, with the option to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing system.