Scott Rethke is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Kirkland, WA, holding a Series 66 designation with 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in multi-family real estate ownership. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement, focusing on clients with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, written recommendation reports primarily for Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Rahatul Islam is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Seattle, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations. He has experience with JPMorgan Chase Bank NA and J.P. Morgan Securities, along with earlier roles at Amazon.com, Inc. and Best Buy. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with discretionary options and a broader range of financial products including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Sagar Gandhi is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities based in Seattle, WA, with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at various divisions of JPMorgan Chase since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of K.S.G.9 Holdings LLC, a real estate rental and holdings business. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and may incorporate an ESG eligibility framework.

Ashtin Miller is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Seattle, WA, holding a Series 66 designation. Miller joined Morgan Stanley in 2025 after two years at SoundEcon and has prior experience at Amazon and McDonald's. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Brandon Miller is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Seattle, WA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he worked at Washington State Employees Credit Union in various roles over a five-year period. 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 wide range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Darren Trautmann is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Seattle, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 17 years of industry experience. His prior roles include 18 years with Northwestern Mutual, across wealth management, investment management, and life insurance divisions. He also operates two investment-related legal entities. 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 a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Nathan Wolanski is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Before joining Ameriprise in 2026, he held roles at Grand Canyon University and the Montane Group. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement-income planning through written reports and annual advice based on proprietary research and third-party data.

Charles Shaffer III is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and has worked at firms including Mass Mutual Investors Services and New York Life. Outside of advisory work, he owns a small business focused on strategic planning and branding for advertising agencies. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base that includes individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by internal and third-party strategists, and offers access to a range of financial planning and consulting services.

Mikaela Lelonek is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets in Seattle, WA, with three years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Walpole Financial Advisors and Wells Fargo Bank. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with tailored investment strategies, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers.

George Pierce is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Seattle, WA. He holds a Series 63 designation and has 43 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Coldstream Capital Management and operating his own firm, George R. Pierce & Associates, LLC. Pierce is a board member and treasurer of the William E Wockner Foundation, a nonprofit organization. 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 a range of financial planning and portfolio management services, utilizing various advisory models and technology tools to support investment decisions.

Allison Odenthal is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Janney Montgomery Scott and Merrill. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as institutional and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools to support client goals and maintains specialized services such as municipal advisory and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory programs.

Eric Dash is a CFA® charterholder with 12 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2022. His prior experience includes roles at Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC and Puget Sound Energy. Outside of finance, he is involved as a snow sports instructor and youth skiing coach at Crystal Mountain Resort and its Alpine Club. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients through a nationwide network of advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, including taxable and tax-efficient strategies, under a fiduciary standard.

Michael Mazur is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Seattle, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2011. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a wide array of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and market analyses.

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.

Matthew Hersch is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Seattle, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations with 22 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a variety of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by proprietary tools and methodologies.

William George is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Seattle, WA, holding two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, BMO, Bank of the West, and US Bank. Outside of financial advising, he works as a consultant and independent contractor for ride-sharing services such as 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 model-based and discretionary investment strategies tailored for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Zachary Kill is a CFA® charterholder with 13 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at LPL Financial. He has held advisory roles at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, INC, and is also involved with Finity Group, LLC, an insurance and benefits-related business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, including access to model portfolios, third-party asset managers, and various institutional platforms.

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.

Kevin Young is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Seattle, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2009 and previously worked at Merrill from 2002 to 2009. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment strategies.

Carter Jensen is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, where he has worked since 2024, accumulating two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at PRUCO Securities LLC, Paccar Inc, McKinney Construction, and involvement with the Boys & Girls Club. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm’s investment approach is primarily model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by internal and third-party strategists, and offers access to various financial planning, asset management, and insurance services.