Matthew Truscott is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Redmond, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill and Bank of America. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in real estate ownership. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver customized, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of large institutional firms.

Yelena Alhadeff is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Mercer Island, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 17 years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and Jpmorgan Chase since 2009. 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 in its investment recommendations.

Michael Kernan is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Bellevue, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 1992 and is also the owner of an agricultural business, BK Orchards, located in Woodinville, WA. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by analytical tools and has specialized offerings such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Osman Demir is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Kirkland, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fidelity Investments, JPMorgan Chase, and Amazon. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by proprietary tools and modeling techniques.

Mark Ramey is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has worked in various roles prior to joining Edward Jones, including self-employment and positions at Multiple firms. Outside of finance, he is the owner and Chief Business Development Officer of Mint Building Services LLC, a company focused on office cleaning business development. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of advisors and branches.

Kate Becherer is a financial advisor with Merrill in Bellevue, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 11 years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and Northwestern Mutual. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jason Franklin is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC for over a decade. Franklin is also involved in a non-variable insurance business sponsored by Prudential. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate entities. The firm utilizes model-driven investment implementation and offers access to third-party asset managers and insurance products through affiliated entities.

John Zemlin is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Seattle, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2010. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide non-discretionary recommendations. The firm serves clients through a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional provider.

Kara Brown is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2014, including eight years concurrently at Bank of America. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Stephen Morse is a financial advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co. in Bellevue, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and four years of industry experience. He has worked at Robert W. Baird since 2023 and previously held roles at NYLIFE Securities LLC, New York Life Insurance Co, PHP Agency, Paladin Services, and Sunrise Identity. Outside of his advisory work, Morse volunteers with the Rotary Club of Seattle, serves on the board of We Heart Seattle, and teaches at North Seattle College. He is part of the DDK Group within Baird’s Private Wealth Management department, which serves individuals, corporate clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, separately managed accounts, and brokerage services, with a broad approach that includes manager selection, tax management, and a mix of internally researched strategies.

Cody Laing is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Renton, WA, holding a Series 66 designation. He has less than one year of industry experience and has previously worked at AGP Wealth Advisors and held various roles related to California Polytechnic State University. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service, which combines research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools to provide written recommendations and ongoing advice.

Eric Brewe is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Kirkland, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2008 and previously worked at City National Bank starting in 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in advising on property activities through BREWMANN LLC. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers tailored to clients’ risk profiles.

William Brooking is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Kirkland, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, as well as Citigroup Global Markets starting in 2003. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analysis. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and employer-sponsored financial planning services.

Regan Mueller is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Seattle, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Mueller was also involved in forming Mueller Capital Seattle, a private investment entity. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers various investment and planning solutions without providing individual security recommendations within standalone planning programs.

Peter Dierks is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at UBS Financial Services and TIAA. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs offering portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services. The firm customizes strategies based on client risk profiles and utilizes both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Anne Tipple is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Seattle, WA, with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Merrill from 2016 to 2021 before joining Morgan Stanley in 2021. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Darrell Douglas is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Renton, WA, holding a Series 63 designation and 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with at least $1 million in net investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, algorithm-supported advice, primarily for clients with assets managed within Ameriprise accounts.

Trent Sanden is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in North Bend, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 1997. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor strategies. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers a broad range of capital markets and advisory solutions.

Bret Edensword is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with LPL Financial, based in Tukwila, WA. He has 13 years of industry experience, including roles at Boeing Employee Credit Union since 2018 and Edward Jones from 2013 to 2018. 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 financial planning and investment management services, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies across advisory and brokerage platforms.

Tracy Forsythe is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 28 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Arbor Point Advisors, Securities America Advisors, and KMS Financial Services. Outside of her advisory role, she is a co-owner of Highlander Capital LLC, a business entity for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, wrap and model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.