Christopher Nguyen is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Huntington Beach, CA, holding the ChFC® designation along with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses. He has nine years of industry experience, including prior roles at Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, UBS Financial Services, and MUFG Union Bank. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, using a process that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Miguel Melero is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 designation and has been with Wells Fargo entities since 2013, including Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Bank. 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 approach is IPS-driven and includes a range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Shauna Castro is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. She has worked at Merrill since 2007 and also has experience with Bank of America, N.A. since 2023. 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 strategies developed by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Robin Morishita is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Torrance, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. In addition to her advisory work, she is involved in independent insurance brokering with United Healthcare Insurance Company. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, delivering customized recommendation reports that incorporate income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research and modeling with algorithmic automation to create and tailor retirement income plans, while offering a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Alison Sabran is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Torrance, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2018 and previously at CLG LLC and EP Wealth Advisors. Outside of her advisory role, Sabran is also a licensed CPA involved in tax preparation and accounting services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management strategies supported by internal and third-party research.

Khanh Nguyen is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMC BANK NA, Nguyen held roles at Bank of America and has experience working in the food service industry. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to support its recommendations.

Diane Martinez is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC from 2013 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non‑qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non‑discretionary investment advice. 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.

Kenneth Henderson is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Irvine, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has worked with Equitable Advisors since 2003, including its predecessor Axa Advisors, Llc. Outside of his advisory role, Henderson serves as a commissioner on the Tustin City Community Service Commission and is treasurer and a board member of the Tustin Host Lions Club. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model and offers both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to implement client recommendations.

Dora Valles is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Charles Schwab and TD Ameritrade. Outside of her advisory roles, she operated 5 Stars Delivery Service for ten years. 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 through a select group of Wealth Advisors.

Jennifer Kim is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in La Palma, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Cetera, Avantax, and Ksga LLP. She is also a partner at Prospera Accountancy Group, where she provides CPA services. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through multiple third-party programs. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, combining advisory and brokerage channels to tailor services based on client goals and risk tolerance.

Son Van is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of experience at the firm. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, N.A., KEM BY MMM Gelato, Bamboo Couriers, and several educational institutions. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jason Maetani is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2012, including seven years at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning that utilizes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Rafael Robles is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and over 20 years of experience, including roles at Bank of America from 2002 to 2025 before joining Merrill in 2025. He is based in Whittier, CA. 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 a range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Alex Waddell is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position held since 2026. In this role, Alex partners with clients to develop financial plans and comprehensive investment strategies aligned with their goals. Prior to this, Alex held several roles at Fidelity Investments, including Investment Consultant (2025-2026), Relationship Manager (2024-2025), Financial Representative (2023-2024), and Financial Services Representative (2023). Before joining Fidelity Investments, Alex worked as a Business Development Officer at California Business Bank from 2022 to 2023. Alex holds a California Insurance License. Outside of professional work, Alex has an interest in football.

Gabriella Burke is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with eight years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2016, with a brief gap in 2017. Outside of her advisory role, Burke works as a fitness coach at Orange Theory Fitness and operates a personal training business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Kirk Sheby is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 16 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at National Planning Corporation before joining LPL Financial in 2017. In addition to his advisory role, he provides tax preparation services through Sheby Financial Group. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Kirsten Medina is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 12 years of industry experience. She previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities for five years before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2017. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader set of investment options, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Kay Yamada is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Rolling Hills Estates, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and over 39 years of industry experience. She has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and was previously with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney beginning in 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm utilizes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools to support clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in assets.

Aaron Volen is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been affiliated with Bank of America and Merrill since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an officer at Pageant Coaching & Designs Inc., a company specializing in pageant coaching and consulting. 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, and various institutional investors.

Derek Kokubun is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Long Beach, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS and Concurrent Advisors before joining Raymond James in 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of Wolfley Wealth Management, a support company based in Long Beach. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through unique affiliations.