Sean Muth is a CFP® with 17 years of experience in the financial industry. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following positions at J.P. Morgan Securities and U.S. Bancorp Investments. 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 manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party databases.

Susan Skolnik is a financial advisor at Osaic with 44 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Royal Alliance Associates for 16 years. In addition to advising, she owns a sole proprietorship focused on business development and continuation planning. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporations, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Stephanie Thompson is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with over 31 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Charles Schwab and its affiliated entities since 1997. Her roles have included positions at Charles Schwab Trust Bank, Charles Schwab Premier Bank, and Charles Schwab Bank, SSB. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering non-discretionary investment recommendations alongside access to discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm is notable for its large scale, integrated service model, and combination of advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Yen Ho is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of experience in the industry. Prior to joining Merrill, Yen worked at Bank of America, N.A. and CVS, and also held positions at Diazyme Laboratories Affiliated and Mesa Community College. Merrill, along 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 managed by internal teams and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Claudio Villarroel Gutierrez is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 20 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His prior work includes roles at JPMorgan Securities LLC and Wells Fargo Investments, LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, managing approximately $671 billion in assets.

Lisa Moreno is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in San Diego, CA, bringing 20 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2013. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, combining proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a broad array of capital markets, custody, and lending services.

Brian Hoyt is a CFP® and PFS™ with 24 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial and has worked at Tax & Capital Management 360 since 2011 and OSAIC Wealth Inc. from 2004 to 2025. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in tax preparation and tax planning through Tax & Capital Management 360. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary account management with a wide range of investment strategies.

Emily Dearborn is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 12 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2022, she worked at several firms including Foresters Financial Services and Cetera Investment Services. Outside of her advisory role, she is a co-owner of a real estate rental investment. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning, asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with diverse investment strategies and operational tools.

Dillon Matheny is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 24 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab, and USAA in various financial planning and investment management capacities. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, focusing on holistic, goal-based planning without discretionary trading authority. The firm offers flexible engagement options and combines planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing service called “WealthPlan.”

Joel Mattix is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and Series 63 designations and has worked at Linsco/Private Ledger Corp. since 2006. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supporting over 22,800 advisors and managing more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Jessica Richmond is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and nine years of industry experience. She previously worked at LPL Financial for seven years, as well as at U.S. Bancorp Investments, U.S. Bank, and Wells Fargo Clearing. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Thatsane Souvanaphong is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2020 and previously held positions at UnionBanc Investment Services and MUFG Union Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools supported by its Global Investment Committee.

Denise Giganti is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 11 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and has worked at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2006. 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 manages approximately $671 billion in assets and combines brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Justin Moore is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Diego, CA. He has 13 years of industry experience, all with LPL Financial since 2013. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives. The firm serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions, providing a range of financial planning, asset management, and institutional platforms.

Amie Agamata is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 13 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at firms including Gregory Yamasaki, Erik Freeman, and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools and a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Jack Herman is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments in 2025, he held positions at Signature Valet Services, Hunter Capital Placement, and the University of Utah among other roles. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, offering portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and holds distinctive registrations and advisory roles uncommon among large institutional firms.

Steve Trzcinski is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in San Diego, CA. He holds the Series 66 designation and has 19 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Linsco Private Ledger since 2005. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisory services through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Michael Ressler is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities based in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations with 20 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013 and also works with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2010. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a structured advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Devin Garrett is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2019. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ who partners with clients to understand their priorities and goals across all life stages. Devin focuses on simplifying clients' financial lives by effectively positioning their wealth to help them work towards living life on their terms. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Devin gained experience as a Financial Consultant at E*TRADE Financial from 2017 to 2019 and as a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones from 2015 to 2017. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional career, Devin has personal interests in food, golf, and traveling.

Jacob Stoops is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at OZ Biosciences and has experience in the restaurant and education sectors. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a wide range of advisory services through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.