Joseph Schirripa is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Beverly Hills, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 51 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2001. Schirripa serves as a board member at Pepperdine University and has held advisory roles with organizations such as Adoptions United and Young Catholic Professionals. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings that include financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides proprietary research to tailor investment strategies.

Joseph Wingard is a Wealth Management Advisor and First Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has worked since 1997. He leads The Wingard Group, a wealth advisory team based in the Beverly Hills office, providing personalized family wealth planning and management services to affluent individuals, families, and corporate clients. His work focuses on advanced strategies including asset and liability management, tax minimization, income and asset preservation, and generational transfers. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch, Joseph was an operating executive for a Fortune 100 information technology company and served on the graduate faculty of three universities. He holds a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, MBA, and PhD from UCLA, where he graduated magna cum laude and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa. Joseph has held leadership roles in professional organizations such as the Association for Corporate Growth and UCLA Bruin Professionals. Joseph’s client focus areas include college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. Outside of work, he enjoys baseball, basketball, football, skiing, soccer, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Louella Basco is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. She has worked with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013 and has been affiliated with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2011. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with affiliated brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Andrew Quillope is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Cerritos, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. In addition to his advisory role, he assists with trade requests and annual report reviews for a colleague’s practice. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm offering a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to develop tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Jaymie Wetzel is a financial advisor with Merrill in Los Angeles, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2009. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Brenda Navarro is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and two years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at American Air Balance Co. and A & B Hotel Management before joining Wells Fargo. 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 utilizes research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute alongside third-party data to support its investment strategies.

Alberto Suarez is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following a year at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates a personal security services business. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Douglas Cowles is a financial advisor with Merrill in Los Angeles, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 36 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2009 and at Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kevin Vanhaaster is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary advisory options. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Edward Kawahara is a CFP® with 33 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley in various capacities from 2009 to 2025. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.

George Mendoza is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 30 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at OSAIC since 1995, with a decade at Regal Advisory Services, Inc. from 2016 to 2026. Outside of advisory duties, Mendoza owns and operates a tax preparation service and is involved in insurance sales and life insurance options for estate planning. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools and third-party solutions to manage portfolios that include various asset classes on discretionary or non-discretionary terms.

Michael Hulley is a Senior Vice President and Senior Resident Director with Merrill in Brea, California. In his role, he works closely with multiple generations of families to assist them in managing their wealth more purposefully. Mike fosters close-knit client relationships and is known as a go-to resource for ideas and opportunities gained from over 30 years of experience as a financial advisor. He provides support on a range of financial matters, including evaluating business ventures, significant purchases, family-wealth dynamics, and long-term goals. Mike earned his Bachelor's degree in Finance and Investing from the University of Southern California. He began his career as a financial advisor with Merrill in 1985, served with UBS from 2008 to 2016, and then rejoined Merrill. Since 1991, he has held leadership roles including Senior Resident Director. In this capacity, he mentors and supports a team of advisors and associates in the Brea office. Outside of his professional work, Mike enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He is a Disney enthusiast, enjoys traveling, and follows various professional sports. He is also involved with community organizations including Second Harvest Food Bank and the Salvation Army.

Gee Na Park is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with one year of industry experience. Park holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Mediclo Inc and SCC Education Inc. Outside of advisory work, Park holds a position as an insurance broker focusing on life, disability, long-term care insurance, and fixed annuities. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved software and collaborative planning processes without discretionary investment authority.

Laura Arrevillaga is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Whittier, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 12 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2004. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Kevin Petersen is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Torrance, CA, and has six years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones and has held various roles outside the financial sector, including positions in the hospitality industry. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Gabriel Jimenez is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 17 years of industry experience, currently with J.P. Morgan Securities. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2017 and previously held roles at Bank of America and Merrill in 2016. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, delivering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through its network of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory services with affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Lope Choa is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he works directly with clients to develop personalized financial strategies that align with their long-term goals. His approach involves a comprehensive understanding of each client’s full financial picture, and he utilizes resources from Merrill and Bank of America to provide investment insights as well as banking and lending solutions. Choa’s areas of expertise include portfolio management services, individual and corporate investment strategies, and retirement income planning. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Florida and maintains professional designations as a Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Committed to community involvement, Choa participates in local volunteer organizations and integrates this service-oriented philosophy into his client relationships. Outside of work, he enjoys baseball, biking, and golfing.

Mark Poitras is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Anaheim, CA, holding a Series 66 credential and 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2009, with prior roles at Chase Investment Services Corp., Wamu Investments, Inc., and Ameriprise. Outside his advisory work, he is involved in managing family-owned real estate rental properties. 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 advisory and brokerage services including financial planning and access to various investment programs, supported by technology tools and extensive operational resources.

Andrew Bailey is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2016 and at City National Bank since 2018. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Claudine Rajah is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services from 2006 to 2026. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services and investment options, using proprietary research and tools to develop tailored recommendations.