Jacob Leenerts is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Charles Schwab since 2021. Prior to his financial services career, he worked at Academies of Math & Science and NPC International, Inc. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting 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 a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Tate Kopulos is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms, including Thompson Wealth Management and Harbour Investments, Inc., before joining J.P. Morgan Securities. 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.

Kirby Pederson is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in Phoenix, AZ, holding CFP® and ChFC® designations and possessing 14 years of industry experience. He has been with MassMutual and its affiliated firms since 2011 and has additional experience dating back to 2010 with Dollarhide Financial Group. Outside of his advisory role, Pederson serves as treasurer on the board of Fatih Lutheran Preschool, where he assists with budgeting and serves on the executive committee. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides comprehensive financial planning, asset management, and educational programs, employing firm-approved analytical tools to deliver customized financial recommendations.

Natalie Rivosecchi is a CFP® with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving at Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ. Her work history includes roles at HF Management LLC since 2017 and Schwab Wealth Advisory Inc. from 2015 to 2025. Outside of her advisory career, she is involved in real estate through ownership and decision-making in a property management LLC. 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 discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a multi-asset investment approach supported by centralized operations and due diligence on alternative investments.

Joshua Goudreau is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2014. Merrill, together 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 model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Megan Koopman is a CFP®-certified financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 20 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Next Financial Group Inc for 15 years and Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. for two years. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Secretary for the Arizona Sailing Foundation, a community sailing and education organization based in Tempe, AZ. Equitable Advisors serves individual and institutional clients with financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs. The firm utilizes a range of third-party advisory platforms and provides ERISA fiduciary services, focusing on matching clients to program models or discretionary managers without sponsoring its own wrap fee program.

Victor Danzo is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, Arizona, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 1997. 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 multi-asset investment approach and centralized operational infrastructure.

Stanton Dwight is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Scottsdale, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations with 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2009. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing detailed Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis in its approach and delivers recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Kelly Luft is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with JPMORGAN Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to clients such as corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Nancy Luc is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, where she leads a team of financial consultants dedicated to understanding clients' priorities and assisting them in developing and implementing financial plans tailored to their needs. She has served in this role since 2020. With experience at Fidelity Investments dating back to 2011, Nancy has held positions including Vice President, Regional Planning Consultant from 2015 to 2020, and Vice President, Financial Consultant from 2013 to 2015 before becoming Branch Leader. She holds a California Insurance License, which supports her work in financial consulting. Throughout her career, Nancy's focus has been on guiding clients toward their financial goals through careful planning and strategy implementation.

Andrew Genco is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Charles Schwab since 2006, including a role at Charles Schwab Bank since 2018. 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 separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by research from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Ricky Walsh is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2019. In this capacity, he collaborates with clients to understand their unique financial situations and goals, working to implement comprehensive financial plans. He offers access to Fidelity's brand resources, technology, investment platforms, and client-focused approach. Prior to joining Fidelity, Ricky accumulated experience in various financial roles, including Branch Manager at TD Ameritrade in 2019, Platform Development Manager and Investment Consultant at Merrill Edge from 2011 to 2018, and roles at Scottrade, Charles Schwab, and Northwestern Mutual dating back to 2006. He holds insurance licenses for the states of Arkansas and California.

Devin Mendoza is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities. 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 to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Hardison II is a financial advisor at Merrill with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Bank of America and in the hospitality industry with The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and MGM Resorts International. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a lifestyle company called The Collective Group, which produces body care items and apparel. Merrill, together 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Lori Walters is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Phoenix, AZ, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. She has worked at Charles Schwab since 2006, with a three-year period at TD Ameritrade from 2021 to 2024. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, 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 guidance, combining centralized custody and order-routing with access to affiliated investment management and alternative investments.

Andrew Miller is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management since 2021, following a seven-year tenure at CUSO Financial Services, LP. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a large network of Financial Advisors. The firm offers goal-based, holistic planning on a range of topics and allows clients to combine planning with managed accounts under a consolidated billing option, while keeping these services separate.

Scottie Bayles is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, holding a Series 66 credential and bringing six years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Securian Financial, Renaissance Financial Corp, and Minnesota Life Insurance Co. Outside of finance, he works seasonally as a scorekeeper and sight supervisor for the City of Scottsdale Adult Sports. 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 an ESG eligibility framework in its investment approach.

Hunter Jensen is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank NA and JPMorgan Securities LLC since 2022. 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 team of Wealth Advisors. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Teodoro Esparza is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Before joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2025 and 2026 respectively, he worked at The Home Depot from 2021 to 2025. Esparza is the sole owner and manager of PopCap LLC, a for-profit entity created for potential future ventures but currently inactive. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individual and institutional investors.

Nicholas Covert is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Tempe, Arizona. He has two years of industry experience, including prior roles in education and retail. Outside of finance, he creates non-finance-related videos on social media and streams on Twitch.TV after work hours. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools.