Mark Mooney is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Brea, California, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and with 39 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools combined with investment guidance from its Global Investment Committee.

Samantha Moore is a Series 66-licensed advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with one year of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Stifel Financial Corp and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, as well as work with Georgetown University and the Telluride Venture Fund and Foundation. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screens and qualitative research to develop model asset allocations, and offers broader derivatives and commodities capabilities through various regulatory registrations and affiliate relationships.

Paul Karlitz is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in El Segundo, CA, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with MassMutual and its related entities since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he assists with a technology-based mobile application developed by his son’s business, Study Senses LLC. MassMutual Investors Services operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes ongoing, collaborative planning engagements supported by proprietary software and offers a range of specialized planning services.

Deanna Gaussa is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 license and six years of industry experience. She previously worked with Avantax Insurance Agency LLC and Avantax Advisory Services. Outside of her advisory role, she is an Enrolled Agent providing tax preparation services and holds licenses related to mortgage loan origination. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with various program options and custodial relationships.

Sarah Seo is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Brea, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2025 and has prior work experience in various roles including at In Home Supportive Services and Acuity Eye Group. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process involves structured discovery and firm-approved tools, and it offers comprehensive investment and advisory solutions across multiple asset classes.

James Miller is a financial advisor at Osaic with 52 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations. His career includes 45 years at Signator Investors, Inc. and eight years at Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in insurance sales through a sole proprietorship. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services supported by a model-based investment process emphasizing asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and risk management.

Roberto De Leon Gonzalez is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with six years of experience at the firm and a Series 66 designation. His prior roles include positions at Robert Half, Macy's, AMC Theaters, and the University of California San Diego. He is also a co-owner of Hecho En Casa LLC, a home-based business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Sadaf Bassam is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and bringing 11 years of industry experience. She has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program that focuses on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The advisory process incorporates both quantitative and qualitative research and includes ESG eligibility considerations.

Brian Stringer is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Brea, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2022, he worked at UBS Financial Services from 2017 to 2022 and was affiliated with Chapman University from 2015 to 2018. Outside of his advisory work, he collects and sells baseball cards. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Kevin Navas is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with successful individuals, executives, entrepreneurs, and families to help preserve, manage, and grow their wealth responsibly. His clients often seek his guidance in navigating complex financial decisions and gaining access to resources through specialized professionals available at Bank of America. Kevin assists clients in preparing for financial challenges, identifying opportunities to strengthen their financial position, and implementing strategies tailored to meet their unique goals. Kevin graduated with honors from California State University of Fullerton, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance. Before joining Merrill Lynch, he gained experience at New York Life and Wells Fargo, where he developed knowledge in the role life insurance investment vehicles play within customized financial plans. He also learned the importance of integrating banking relationships to help clients achieve their financial objectives through coordinated wealth strategies. He holds the Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ (AWMA®) and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designations.

Eric Ross Sr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and has 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2022 and has been involved with Ross Wealth Management and Crown Capital Securities. In addition to his advisory roles, he serves as a public notary and is employed as an engineer at Dignity Health. 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 provides a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Victoria Ben is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Long Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with less than one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles in education at Cal State Long Beach and Long Beach City College, as well as positions at various organizations such as Nike and the Long Beach Convention Center & Visitor's Bureau. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and research, with approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets under management.

Glenn Wiessner is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Brea, CA, holding the CFP® designation along with Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has 27 years of industry experience, including 12 years at UBS Financial Services before joining Morgan Stanley in 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is a limited partner in an agricultural partnership inherited from a family member but does not have management involvement. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a wide range of advisory programs supported by structured planning tools and firm-approved methodologies.

James Bullard is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 15 years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. His prior roles include positions at City National Bank, RBC Capital Markets, Bank of America, and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as President of the Board of Directors for the Rolling Hills Little League in Rolling Hills Estates, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer providing a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers comprehensive planning services through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Nicholas Falk is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Panorama Coordinated Services and SF&B. Outside of finance, he has experience working in educational roles at multiple schools and has been involved in entrepreneurial ventures such as a tiki bar and a hay distribution business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved planning tools.

Quin Solamo is a financial advisor at Cetera with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked with multiple firms within the Cetera network as well as Northwestern Mutual and Wedbush Securities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management and financial planning services, managing over $256 billion in assets.

Michelle Medina is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Seal Beach, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 31 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis, delivering recommendations through a centralized team in partnership with client advisors.

Sujeire Perez is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 21 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked in various capacities within Wells Fargo entities since 2005. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that offers investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs analysis, supported by Wells Fargo research and planning tools.

Steven Carlsen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 39 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing for five years and Merrill for ten years. Carlsen is involved with Surf and Sage LLC, a business entity used for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advisory services provided through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Michael Santoro is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Long Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has worked with LPL Financial since 2014 and operates Michael A. Santoro Law, Inc. as an attorney, alongside providing tax preparation and accounting services through Certified Tax and Financial Services. 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.