Jonathan Gragg is a financial advisor at Cetera with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously operated under his own advisory business, Jonathan Gragg, from 2016 to 2021. Outside of advisory services, he is also an insurance agent who sells life, health, annuities, and long-term care products. Cetera is an SEC-registered adviser serving a broad client base that includes individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers, supporting various program structures and investment strategies.

Katsuko Yamabe is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Cerritos, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Primerica Advisors since 1999 and also works as a partner at Yamada & Nakata CPA, an accounting firm. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in sales of loan products and home-related services referrals through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed accounts. The firm uses third-party asset managers and offers a tiered wrap-fee structure rather than fixed fees.

Andrew Davis is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2017. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a variety of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning services and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Hristo Stefanov is a CFA® charterholder with 12 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Cetera. He has held various roles within Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2013 and has been associated with Tower Square Investment Management LLC since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he participates as a member of a homeowners association board, where he attends meetings and reviews budgets. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a large network of independent advisors serving individual, employer-sponsored, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with diverse investment program options and oversight.

Ben Johnson is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 36 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC, serving clients since 1989. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, consulting, and access to various advisory and brokerage services through an integrated platform.

Stephanie Elias is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She has worked with Bank of America since 2022 and has prior experience at USC Credit Union and the University of Southern California. Outside of her advisory role, she is the sole owner of a rental property business. 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 strategies supported by internal and third-party managers for a range of individual and institutional investors.

Vincent Woo is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 44 years of industry experience. His prior positions include roles at City National Bank and RBC Capital Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools, including Monte Carlo simulations, to assist clients in developing financial plans.

Arthur Wexler is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Los Angeles, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 34 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones, Horace Mann Companies, and TCG Advisors. Outside of finance, he is an early investor in Tastry, an AI technology company focused on the wine industry. 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 to support customized investment solutions.

James Mercier is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Long Beach, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver customized, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm serves clients through a centralized consulting team and emphasizes use of Ameriprise-managed accounts and affiliated products.

Julianne Oshinomi is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She has been with the firm for over 20 years, providing clients with tailored financial advice and wealth management strategies. Julianne works alongside her team in Boca Raton, Florida, collaborating with multiple generations of affluent families to help identify their financial goals and implement strategies to meet their needs. Her role supports a disciplined approach to investing and personalized service. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Florida and carries professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA).

Carlos Quintana De La O is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with one year of industry experience. He has been involved with his own firm, Carlos D Quintana Inc, since 2016. 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 financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, 529 account management, and brokerage services, utilizing a range of discretionary and non-discretionary management strategies supported by in-house and third-party research.

Sarah Branstetter is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Her prior roles include working at Crux Wealth Advisors and her ongoing tenure at Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. She also supports transitions for new advisors through an independent contractor role with Noble Wealth Partners. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, providing tailored, non-discretionary advisory services supported by advanced analytical tools and a broad advisor network.

Nicole Novales is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 11 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2019. Prior to that, she worked at LPL Financial and LBS Financial Credit Union. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed 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 advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, using multi-asset model portfolios, strategic asset allocation, and alternative investment options.

Jeffrey Stoll is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He has worked with Cetera since 1999 and operates his own CPA firm specializing in income tax planning and preparation. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management and financial planning services.

James Dumbeck is a CFP® professional with 29 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2021 and held prior roles at Waddell and Reed and various insurance carriers. He also served as a college instructor at Santiago Canyon College and Orange Coast College for 13 years. Dumbeck is a partner at Wavelength Insurance Consulting, Inc., a non-variable insurance firm. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, combining discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios, third-party research, and advanced technologies.

Edward Martell is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a Series 63 credential and over 42 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Crown Capital Securities, LLP and First Allied Advisory Services, Inc. He also operates ED. MARTELL & ASSOCIATES as an investment advisory representative. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan services through a network of independent financial professionals, providing a range of portfolio management options and access to both proprietary and third-party strategies.

Jerry Dillon is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities for 10 years. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages a rental property in St. Gardenia, California. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy preparation, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Diederich Rivas is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he leads a team dedicated to assisting families, individuals, and successful business owners in developing comprehensive, long-term financial strategies. His approach connects all aspects of clients' financial lives to help them prioritize and pursue the goals that matter most. Diederich and his team guide clients through a detailed discovery process to articulate and prioritize short- and long-term financial objectives, providing personalized attention supported by the global resources of one of the world's largest financial services firms. He offers expertise in various financial areas, including personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and tax minimization. Diederich and his team help clients prepare for retirement lifestyles, education funding for children and grandchildren, wealth transfer, legacy establishment through family foundations and philanthropy, diversifying business interests, lending through Bank of America, and investment strategies. He emphasizes understanding clients' life priorities to create personalized plans aligned with their goals and aspirations. Diederich holds several professional designations, including Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor (APMA), Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). He earned his Bachelor's Degree from the California State University System. Outside of his professional role, Diederich enjoys cooking, golfing, and traveling, and communicates fluently in English and Spanish.

Peter Alliegro is a CFA® charterholder with 16 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Mass Mutual Investors Services in El Segundo, CA. His prior roles include positions at Steel Peak Wealth, Morgan Stanley, and U.S. Trust. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers ongoing financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, utilizing firm-approved software tools to analyze client goals and deliver written recommendations.

Larry Takahashi is a CFP® with 18 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2025. He previously worked at Grove Point Advisors, LLC, and Grove Point Investments, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he teaches at a local school or university. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.