Aldo Severson is a CFP® professional with eight years of industry experience, currently serving as a Wealth Advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Palo Alto, CA. His prior roles include positions at First Republic Investment Management and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management. Outside of his advisory work, he is a 50% owner of Happy Pals, LLC, a non-financial business involved in selling products online. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC 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 in its investment recommendations.

Hug Manzano Gomez is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, bringing 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a business ambassador for ACCIO, promoting Catalonia abroad within the U.S. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory and financial planning services to individuals and institutions, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured discovery and modeling tools without providing individual security recommendations in standalone plans.

Alexander Clark is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with clients in the Bay Area to develop tailored financial strategies focused on asset allocation and long-term growth. His approach emphasizes understanding each client's individual goals and priorities to provide personalized advice across a range of areas, including equity compensation services, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. Clark holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned his High School Diploma from Oceana High School. Through Merrill's platform, he offers clients access to a comprehensive suite of financial resources, including banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Outside of his professional role, Clark enjoys baseball, football, music, reading, singing, spending time with family, and watching movies.

Brandon Francis is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Agero Roadside Assistance and community engagement with the Nehemiah Community Empowerment Center. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Megan Araujo is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013. 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, including tailored financial planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Fochson Fung is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 66 licenses, with 19 years of industry experience. Fung has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2011. Outside of advisory work, Fung is an independent insurance agent and is involved in sales and marketing activities for a non-investment business. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory through a network of independent Financial Professionals, providing tailored strategies across multiple platforms with both proprietary and third-party model options.

Sylvia Rivera is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC from 2012 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader set of financial product offerings, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options, than is typical for large institutional advisers.

Dan Flores is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2010. Flores serves on the board of the Mounted Patrol Foundation of San Mateo County, a community organization supporting equestrian initiatives and youth programs. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools to assist clients in financial decision-making.

Cecilia Montoya is a Series 63 credentialed financial advisor with 32 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Ran Zhou is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2017, following prior roles at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, he is a sole proprietor of rental property management in Alameda and San Mateo, California. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Garrett Vitangeli is an Investment Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2024. Prior to this role, he was a Financial Consultant at Equitable Advisors from 2022 to 2024. He holds a California Insurance License. Garrett focuses on helping individuals and families plan for various financial goals by applying strategies tailored to their unique situations. His professional experience encompasses investment consulting and financial advisory services. Outside of his professional work, Garrett has personal interests that include baseball, cooking and baking, family activities, golf, parenthood, and traveling.

Daniel Rave is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a range of clients, including retail and institutional investors, utilizing a process that combines fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is notable for its use of systematic methodologies, delegation to sub-advisers, and its advisory roles for multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Jerald Henderson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Mateo, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Securian Financial Services and Link Allen/Secure Futures from 2004 to 2020. 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 investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research and model portfolios from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Patrick Ho is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2019. He has previously worked as a Private Client Advisor at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. from 2018 to 2019 and as a Financial Advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities, LLC from 2017 to 2018. Patrick focuses on building strong relationships with clients to develop financial plans tailored to their unique needs. He holds a California Insurance License. Patrick's approach emphasizes understanding what is important to his clients and their families to collaboratively create effective financial strategies.

Paul Karson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and 35 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Karson Wealth Management. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and consulting services supported by model portfolios and research from both internal and third-party sources.

Huiying Cheng is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. She has previously worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and Fidelity Brokerage Services. Cheng is currently affiliated with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm utilizes structured planning tools and investment models to support client outcomes, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in assets.

Julie Tung is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment options, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Susan Wohlgemuth is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and at Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. since 2008. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and economic modeling in its financial planning process.

Nolan Michaels is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with four years of experience in the financial industry. He has worked at Charles Schwab, Fidelity Investments, Morgan Stanley, Royal Bank of Canada, and Merrill Lynch. Outside of financial services, he has been involved with Room to Read. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. 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 along with brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services. The firm’s scale and integrated operational structure distinguish it within the wealth management industry.

Madiyar Rakhymzhan is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fidelity Investments, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Apple. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of 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 advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.