Sandra Morelli is a financial advisor at Capital Group Private Client Services, Inc. in Los Angeles, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 22 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Capital Bank and Trust Company for five years before joining her current firm in 2021. Capital Group Private Client Services provides discretionary investment management primarily to high-net-worth individuals and charitable organizations, utilizing a multi-manager approach through separately managed accounts, mutual funds, ETFs, and access to private-equity and alternative strategy funds.

Neil Martin is a financial advisor at Rockefeller Financial LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing, JM Construction Services US, the Federal Aviation Administration, and Borbon, Inc. Martin is based in Los Angeles, CA. Rockefeller Financial LLC serves high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, family offices, institutional clients, retirement plans, foundations, and corporations. The firm provides discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services, and operates as a registered broker-dealer offering securities transactions, variable insurance products, and placement and investment banking services.

Jennifer Birdsey is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience. She is currently with Capital Group Private Client Services, Inc., where she has worked since 2021. Prior to that, she spent five years at Capital Bank and Trust Company. Capital Group Private Client Services provides discretionary investment management primarily to high-net-worth individuals and charitable organizations, employing a multi-manager investment approach through separately managed accounts, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative strategy funds.

Melinda Mchugh is a CFP® professional with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Lido Advisors, LLC since 2019. Prior to joining Lido, she worked for 11 years at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated. Lido serves high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and pooled investment vehicles. The firm employs an integrated wealth management approach that includes diversification across multiple asset classes and implements options-based strategies, typically managing assets on a discretionary basis and utilizing third-party managers and sub-advisers when appropriate.

David Kalata is a Series 66-licensed advisor with HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. in Beverly Hills, CA, where he has worked since 2007. He has 22 years of industry experience. HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. offers managed account programs to a broad client base, including individuals, retirement accounts, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm employs a model-based investment approach with both discretionary and client-directed portfolios, supported by affiliated and third-party providers for advisory, fund selection, and custody services.

Glenn Geist is a financial advisor with Capital Group Private Client Services, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Capital Bank and Trust Company for five years before joining his current firm in 2021. Capital Group Private Client Services provides discretionary investment management mainly to high-net-worth individuals and charitable organizations, utilizing a multi-manager approach and a combination of separately managed accounts, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investment vehicles.

Barbara Lommen is a CFP® and Series 65 credentialed advisor at Lido with 10 years of industry experience. She worked at Colorado Financial Management, LLC from 2015 to 2023 before joining Lido Advisors, LLC. Lido serves high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations by providing investment management, financial planning, family office services, and retirement and estate planning. The firm employs a diversified investment approach that includes equities, fixed income, structured notes, real estate debt, and alternatives, often utilizing options-based strategies and third-party asset managers.

Julie Shen is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Independent Financial Group since 2015. Shen is a 50% owner of ENT Wealth Management, a marketing DBA, and is also a licensed California insurance agent offering various insurance products. Independent Financial Group, LLC is a dual-registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, charities, corporations, and plan sponsors. The firm offers brokerage, portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan services through a national network of Investment Adviser Representatives and utilizes multiple advisory programs and third-party asset managers.

Benjamin Klaus is a financial advisor at Lido with a Series 65 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Lido, he worked in various roles including landscaping, painting, and valet services, in addition to completing his education as a full-time student. Lido serves high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and institutional clients by providing investment management, financial planning, and family office services. The firm employs an integrated wealth management approach that includes diversification across multiple asset classes and implements options-based strategies both in client accounts and pooled vehicles.

Imran Faruqui is a CFP® professional affiliated with Citigroup Global Markets, with 11 years of experience in the financial industry. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo and JPMorgan prior to joining Citigroup in 2025. Citigroup Global Markets serves individual and institutional clients across various wealth segments, offering a broad range of investment advisory programs and execution services. The firm employs multi-asset, multi-manager strategies and combines large institutional scale with unique market roles, including in-house research and derivatives services.

Ching Wa Cova Mak is a financial advisor with HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. and holds a Series 66 designation. Mak has five years of industry experience, including roles at Merrill and Bank of America. Prior to her financial services career, she worked in academia at California State University, Fullerton, and East Los Angeles College. HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. provides managed account programs to a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement accounts, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm offers both client-directed and fully discretionary investment options, utilizing model risk profiles and combining strategic and tactical asset allocation developed with HSBC Global Asset Management.

Rebecca Rang is a financial advisor at Lido with five years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation. Her prior roles include positions at Avitas Wealth Management LLC, Sunset West Advisors, and BNG, Inc. Lido serves high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and pooled investment vehicles. The firm offers investment management, financial planning, family office services, and retirement and estate planning with an integrated wealth management approach that uses diversification and options-based strategies.

Alexander Cargal is a financial advisor with Hightower Advisors in Los Angeles, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His background includes four years at Morgan Stanley and multiple roles at Gonzaga University. Hightower Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse client base, including individual and institutional investors. The firm’s approach focuses on manager selection and multi-manager solutions, utilizing affiliated and third-party managers along with proprietary research to offer discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting.

David Tse is a financial advisor with Focus Partners Wealth, LLC, holding a Series 65 designation and over 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at Churchill Management since 2000 and joined Focus Partners Wealth in 2025. Focus Partners Wealth serves individual, high-net-worth, family office, corporate, retirement plan, and institutional clients, offering a range of wealth management and financial services. The firm employs a long-term, tax- and fee-sensitive investment approach that combines fundamental and quantitative analysis with a diverse set of investment options and an extensive network of affiliated service companies.

Richard Rosenthal is a financial advisor at Lido with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Prior to joining Lido, he worked at PFM Asset Management and US Bank. Lido serves high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and pooled investment vehicles. The firm offers integrated wealth management services including investment management, financial planning, family office services, and estate planning, with a focus on diversification and options-based strategies.

Josefina Hernandez is a financial advisor at Principal Financial Services with 24 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked for CETERA Advisor Networks LLC for 20 years before joining Principal in 2022. Hernandez is a co-founder and treasurer of The Friendship Factor, a nonprofit supporting children with neurodiverse differences. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, and access to third-party money manager solutions under various advisory and promoter arrangements.

Shane Cumings is a financial advisor at Mariner with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Mariner Wealth Advisors since 2022. His prior experience includes roles at Aj Marcantonio, Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company, Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC, and Edward Moyzes. Mariner serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations through investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm combines in-house research with third-party managers and offers integrated tax services and family office capabilities alongside traditional portfolio management.

Eric Heer is a financial advisor at Capital Group Private Client Services, Inc. with 19 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Capital Bank and Trust Company for five years. Heer is based in Los Angeles, CA. Capital Group Private Client Services provides discretionary investment management primarily to high-net-worth individuals and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes a multi-manager approach through separately managed accounts, mutual funds, ETFs, and access to private equity and alternative strategies.

Paul Zimin is a financial advisor at Lido with a Series 65 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Lido, he worked at North Highland Consulting for two years and American Express for eight years. Lido serves high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and pooled investment vehicles. The firm offers investment management, financial planning, family office services, and retirement and estate planning, employing a diversified and options-based approach that includes discretionary asset management and sub-advisory relationships.

James Fetters is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience, currently serving at CWM, LLC and Blueprint Wealth Management since 2025. Prior to these roles, he spent nine years with Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and affiliated entities. CWM, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, high-net-worth families, foundations, endowments, corporations, and institutional clients through a network of over 600 advisors. The firm provides portfolio management, financial planning, sub-advisory services, and retirement-plan solutions, utilizing model portfolios managed by an in-house Investment Committee and a combination of fundamental and technical analysis.