John Hoffman is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments. He has been in the financial services industry since 2009, holding various roles including Financial Advisor and Senior Portfolio Specialist at Fidelity Investments, as well as Financial Consultant at Charles Schwab. His approach with clients emphasizes the importance of starting with a detailed financial plan to work towards their goals. Throughout his career, John has gained experience in portfolio management and financial consulting across multiple organizations. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, John enjoys hiking and spending time with his pets.

Chidozie Okoye is a CFP® professional with 11 years of experience in the financial industry, currently with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2022. Prior to this, he held positions at Wells Fargo Home Mortgage and Wells Fargo Bank. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment menu.

Laura Namavong is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Bellevue, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. She has worked at Ameriprise since 2019 and previously held roles at AXA Advisors LLC, AXA Equitable, Uber, and NightSky IT. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeting individuals with at least $1,000,000 in net investable assets, delivering written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis in a largely algorithm-driven process overseen by a Retirement Income Oversight Committee.

Jorge Bustamante is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2023. Prior to this, he worked as a Paraplanner at Ameriprise from 2021 to 2023 and as a Registered Client Service Associate at Raymond James from 2019 to 2021. In his current position, Jorge partners with clients to translate their financial goals into actionable plans. He employs a collaborative approach to help clients evaluate their options and make informed decisions regarding saving, investing, and wealth management. Outside of his professional work, Jorge has interests in camping, fitness, hiking, outdoor adventures, parenthood, and soccer.

Mikihisa Kobayashi is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He supports clients by developing personalized financial strategies that align with their individual goals and adapt to changing market conditions. His approach includes access to investment insights from Merrill and the banking and lending services of Bank of America. Kobayashi’s expertise covers a range of areas including college education planning, family wealth management, managing new wealth, retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, socially responsible and ESG investing, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. He earned a Bachelor’s degree from Washington State. Committed to community involvement, Kobayashi follows the Merrill tradition by volunteering with local organizations, reflecting his interest in contributing to the communities he serves.

Joseph Yeadon is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations and has worked at Ameriprise since 2017, with prior experience at HD Vest Investment Services and operating his own tax and financial services firms. Outside of advising, he serves on the board of New Beginnings Christian Fellowship and is president of Essex Community Outreach Corp. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service, which provides ongoing, tax-aware withdrawal strategies and personalized recommendation reports.

Ryan Jones is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms including Bank of America, Merrill, and First Republic Investment Management prior to joining J.P. Morgan. Based in Bellevue, WA, he has been with J.P. Morgan since 2023. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering advisory services on a non-discretionary basis.

Devin Anthony is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Ameriprise in Bellevue, WA, and has seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Stifel, Bank of America, Merrill, and Capital One Financial. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement-income planning through written Recommendation Reports and ongoing advice based on proprietary research and third-party data.

Donald Bertrand is a financial advisor with Edelman Financial Engines in Bellevue, WA, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. He has worked with Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. since 2016 and has prior experience in catering roles from 2015 to 2016. Edelman Financial Engines delivers technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm utilizes a committee-driven modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, offering diversified portfolios with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

William George is a financial advisor with Merrill in Seattle, WA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at Bank of America, BMO, Bank of the West, and US Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he works as an independent contractor providing rideshare services for Lyft and Uber. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Alison Mandi is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience, currently with UBS Financial Services since 2021. She previously worked at City National Bank and RBC Capital Markets, LLC. Alison serves as treasurer and a member of the board of directors for the Lakeview Elementary Parent Teacher Student Association. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates proprietary research and institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services.

Abby Wentz is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Tukwila, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at PLICO and various other positions outside the financial sector. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery. The firm combines proprietary research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, and it holds distinctive roles such as CFTC registration and advisory responsibilities for multiple registered investment companies.

Tara Kinsella is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 12 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been associated with Morgan Stanley since 2013, currently working within Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and investment committee resources. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services through both individual and corporate financial planning agreements.

Derin Russo is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with eight years of industry experience, currently affiliated with UBS Financial Services in Bellevue, WA. Their career includes two separate tenures at UBS, spanning from 2016 to 2018 and from 2021 to the present. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management. The firm employs proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans according to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Elif Lee is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2015 and holds the Series 66 designation. Outside of her advisory work, she is the founder of Kimana Group LLC, a life coaching and consulting business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides financial planning and advisory services to individuals and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and strategies developed by its Global Investment Committee.

Carter Jensen is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at PRUCO Securities LLC and Paccar Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he spent two years involved with the Boys & Girls Club. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, consulting, access to model wealth portfolios, third-party asset management, and brokerage and insurance products through an integrated platform.

Ting Ting Chan is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with eight years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2017, also working with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2011. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Kathleen Steele is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Bellevue, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. She has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999 and was previously with Axa Advisors, LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member of Fauntleroy Church in Seattle. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning and retirement-plan support to individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers access to asset management through third-party programs and employs a hybrid referral and implementation model that incorporates both advisory and brokerage channels.

Cynthia Davis is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Redmond, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She previously worked at Edward Jones from 2008 to 2024 and also has experience with H&R Block and Uber Eats delivery. Outside of her advisory role, she continues to work as a meal delivery driver for Uber Eats. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving a broad client base, including individual and institutional investors. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a network of over 23,000 advisors and offers a variety of advisory programs and investment strategies under a fiduciary standard.

James Finnestad is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Kent, WA, holding a Series 66 designation. He joined Edward Jones in 2025 and previously worked at OMAX (Hypertherm) and Wesley Homes. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment advisory programs and maintains a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.