Nishan Paranawitane is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in Los Angeles, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at firms including Wells Fargo Advisors, Comerica, Ameriprise, and BMO Harris Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he has ownership involvement in a family trust that holds real estate assets. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Michael Pierre is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is employed by Garda, where he works as a camera surveillance and dispatch operator. 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.

Michael Jowdy is a CFP® with 28 years of experience in the financial industry. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2024 and previously spent 23 years at LPL Financial. Outside of his advisory role, he is a silent partner in a restaurant business. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services using proprietary research and tools, allowing tailored recommendations delivered through meetings and written summaries.

Alice Baick is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Yorba Linda, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She previously worked at TK Elevator for eight years before joining Edward Jones. She serves as a board member for the Wind Rivers Condominium Association in Saratoga, CA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and pension plans. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Jason Martinez is a CFA® charterholder with seven years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with LPL Financial in Orange, CA, where he has worked in multiple roles since 2013. Martinez has also worked at Pacific Edge Advisors and Romero Wealth Management. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by research and both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Courtney Sprinkle is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at LPL Enterprise LLC, Prudential Advisors, and Charles Schwab. 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 supported by internal and third-party teams.

Peggy Neal is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 34 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. 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. The firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Amy Kaufman is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 20 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at several firms, including Meeder Advisory Services, Cetera, and Summit Brokerage Services. Amy is based in Cypress, CA. 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 variety of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing model portfolios, third-party research, and advanced technologies.

Kevin Conway is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 41 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked previously at firms including H. Beck, Inc. and Diversified Securities, Inc. Conway also operates an insurance agency as a non-variable insurance agent. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside research and model portfolio options.

Chad Mc Coy is a financial advisor at Merrill with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Edward Jones and U.S. Bancorp Investments. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an officer and committee board member for the Porsche Club of America Los Angeles, where he helps organize social and dining events. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

Steven Lew is a Series 63 licensed financial advisor with 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2019 and previously spent three years at Western International Securities, Inc. He is also involved in a non-variable insurance business in Huntington Beach, CA. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of advisers. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Mohammad Ali Sepehrnia is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC and BMO Harris Bank. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research from internal and third-party sources, and provides various institutional and participant advice programs.

Jabez Rocha is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Artesia, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. He has worked with PFS Investments Inc. since 2018 and with Primerica Financial Services since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, Rocha is a co-founder and secretary of the Manzanilla Foundation, a Christian nonprofit organization. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and a limited number of discretionary separately managed accounts to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure for its services.

Aaron Shen is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Long Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2024, his background includes various roles outside of finance, including a position at Irvine Chinese School in 2022. 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.

Eric Beatty is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with three years of industry experience, currently with Wells Fargo Clearing. His prior experience includes roles at Sanctuary Wealth, Beatty & Myers LLP, and Stanford University. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in semi-professional volleyball as a player and coaches volleyball at a local club. 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 combines research and analytics with diversification principles and modern portfolio theory, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Fredric Umel is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2016, following earlier roles at Waddell & Reed and various insurance carriers. Outside of his advisory work, he is the owner of a rental property in Bellflower, California. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Nicholas Cervi is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to develop strategies that address their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. He provides guidance on a range of financial matters including investing, retirement planning, and savings, while also facilitating access to specialists in banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions through Bank of America. Nicholas focuses on helping clients manage various financial priorities, such as purchasing a home, saving for education, caring for elderly family members, and preparing for healthcare needs. He collaborates with clients to define their goals and tailor portfolio strategies accordingly, offering ongoing advice and adjusting plans as clients' situations evolve. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Arizona State University. His approach reflects the philosophy of Merrill Lynch's founder, Charlie Merrill, emphasizing that "The interests of our customers must come first." Nicholas is committed to prioritizing client needs and fostering meaningful conversations to support their financial well-being.

Charles Chang is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Brea, California, with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2016. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning that utilizes structured discovery and firm-approved tools to support client planning needs.

Charles Charis is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in developing personalized financial strategies tailored to each client's unique family situation, financial circumstances, and long-term goals. Charles provides clients with access to the investment insights of Merrill and the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America, striving to offer a flexible approach that adapts to changing market conditions and individual needs. With expertise in college education planning, personal retirement planning, women and wealth, and retirement income, Charles designs and implements customized financial strategies aimed at helping clients achieve both short-term and long-term investment and retirement objectives. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a Master's Degree in Business Administration from the University of Southern California. His professional designations include CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Charles is committed to delivering excellent service and supporting clients throughout their financial journeys. He participates in community volunteer activities in line with Merrill's tradition of community involvement. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Charles has interests in music, photography, and traveling.

Dingjian Li is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 30 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2004 and holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide 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 internal and third-party sources.