Brian Emde is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 31 years of industry experience. He has been associated with various Cetera entities since 2021 and previously worked at VOYA Financial Advisors from 2015 to 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he manages a rental property. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services across multiple program structures and custodial relationships, with over $256 billion in assets under management and more than 10,000 advisors.

Shelley Chidley is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2005. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the board and the development and financial committee of Saints Simon and Jude School in Huntington Beach, CA. 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 both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational infrastructure.

Kevin Qin is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and based in City of Industry, CA. He has been with Merrill since 2022 and worked at Bank of America, N.A. starting in 2026. His prior experience includes roles at the University of California and Arcadia High School. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm integrates with Bank of America’s broader platform, providing access to a wide range of products and services.

Arya Hajari is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, Hajari held positions at several firms including Aramark, Capstone Financial Advisors, and GameStop. Outside of finance, Hajari works in the hotel industry at Studio 6, handling paperwork, check-ins, and basic maintenance. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, employing a systematic investment process that combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm serves retail and institutional investors through discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolios.

Rocio Mercado is a financial advisor with Merrill in Los Angeles, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. She has been affiliated with both Merrill and Bank of America N.A. since 2016. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm integrates investment management within Bank of America’s broader platform, delivering access to a wide range of products and services.

Ronald Grimm is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Pedro, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Penniall & Associates before joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2017. Grimm is also involved in an outside business organization named Ronald Grimm based in Long Beach, California. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and other fiduciaries. The firm’s integration with Bank of America enables access to a broad array of financial products and services.

Rishi Mangal is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in El Segundo, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including two years with the Morgan Stanley Services Group Inc. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Cheryl Hayden Rambeau is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Los Angeles, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2008. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining proprietary research, model-based asset allocations, and institutional trading capabilities to tailor financial plans and portfolio management.

Raymond Conboy is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been serving clients since 1998, beginning his career at Prudential Securities before joining Banc of America Investments in 2003, where he continues to provide financial advisory services. Raymond works with wealthy families, business owners, businesses, and non-profit organizations, assisting them in recognizing, understanding, and realizing their priorities and goals. His expertise encompasses areas such as divorce transition planning, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, investment consulting for defined contribution and benefit plans, LGBT wealth planning, liquidity management, philanthropic planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, and tax minimization. Raymond aims to preserve and grow his clients' assets leveraging the broad financial capabilities of Merrill alongside the banking services of Bank of America. Raymond earned an Associate's Degree from Galway Mayo Institute of Technology and holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Originally from Ireland, he moved to the United States in his early twenties. Outside of work, Raymond engages in hiking, triathlons, open water swimming, music, refereeing soccer, and spending time with his family. He also volunteers with organizations in his community, reflecting his commitment to community involvement.

Todd Buchner is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors and its affiliates since 2009. In addition to his advisory role, he owns CADOX LLC, a related business based in Long Beach, CA. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services through a large network of advisors. The firm offers a broad range of planning services tailored to clients meeting a net-worth threshold, utilizing Wells Fargo research and tools to develop customized recommendations.

Lisa Masters is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Los Angeles, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. She has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015. In addition to her advisory role, she is also employed by JPMorgan Bank, which allows her to offer certain bank products and services. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, delivering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through its Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, offering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision-making authority.

Frank Yanez is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2015 and holds the Series 66 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and modeling in its advisory process.

Erik Swanson is a financial advisor at Cetera with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. He also serves as CEO of East Pole Inc, a music recording and production company specializing in theatrical film and symphonic concert material. Additionally, he holds a financial assistant role at Pitchess & Pitchess LLP, where he is involved in tax preparation, IRS representation, and financial planning. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates as a multi-manager platform serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services with access to third-party money managers and customizable investment strategies.

Yoshimasa Hotta is a financial advisor with Cetera in Los Angeles, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera since 2013 and also has a longstanding background in accountancy through his ownership stake in Hotta, Liesenberg, Saito LLP, a CPA firm. In addition to his advisory work, he is involved in the sale of fixed insurance products including life, health, and annuities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individual clients across wealth spectrums, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors, utilizing multi-manager platforms and a variety of investment program options.

Ronald Rand is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Long Beach, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 49 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Outside of advising, he serves on the board of the Children's Dental Foundation and owns a racehorse managed by a trainer. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer offering a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning and estate planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and model simulations to support client financial strategies.

Benjamin Ling is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Brea, California, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, Ling serves on an advisory committee for the Taiwanese American Citizens League, providing guidance to national and local boards. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, leveraging proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor strategies aligned with clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers a broad range of financial products and capital markets services.

Nancy Woo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Garden Grove, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Westland Financial Services Inc., The Leaders Group Inc., SchoolsFirst FCU, and CUNA Mutual Group. She also works as a Life and LTC Insurance Specialist with SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios and research from multiple sources to support diversified investment strategies.

Felicia Delgado is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 63 designation and having 31 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1980. Merrill provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, serving a broad range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies integrated with the broader Bank of America platform.

Alex Basmadjian is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, focusing on developing tailored financial plans that align with clients' personal and long-term financial objectives. His professional experience includes roles as a Portfolio Specialist and Investment Management Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2023, and an Investment Solutions Representative from 2021 to 2022. Prior to that, he served as a Relationship Manager at Bank of America between 2020 and 2021, and as a VP, Client Services Manager at Community Bank from 2016 to 2018. His expertise encompasses asset management, retirement and income planning, and tax-efficient investment strategies. He holds a California Insurance License, which supports his advisory capabilities. Outside of his professional work, Alex enjoys concerts, family activities, music, reading, and traveling.

Perry Richards is a Wealth Management Advisor and Managing Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in Beverly Hills, CA. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 1991, Perry has held various leadership roles including District Sales Manager and Director positions in Greenwich, CT, Century City, CA, and Beverly Hills, CA. He currently leads Richards, McMahon, Power & Associates, a team dedicated to providing a broad range of wealth management strategies and investment services. Perry's expertise covers a wide array of areas including portfolio management, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, tax minimization, and services for sports and entertainment professionals. He is a qualified Portfolio Manager focused on managing discretionary personalized or defined strategies using individual securities, Merrill Lynch model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. Perry earned his BA in Finance from Michigan State University in 1989 and holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) designation awarded in 2003 by the Investments & Wealth Institute in conjunction with The Wharton School. Outside of his professional work, Perry lives in Pacific Palisades, CA with his wife Kerrie and their two daughters. He participates in community volunteer work, including supporting Adams House, a shelter for battered women and children in Los Angeles. His personal interests include golf, surfing, biking, yoga, and spending time with his family.