Malyssa Schielke is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 10 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Ameriprise since 2019, previously working at Foresters Financial Services. Outside of her advisory role, she provides in-home support services as a care provider for an individual with multiple sclerosis. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service. The firm’s approach includes written recommendation reports and ongoing planning advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Michael Luiza is a Financial Solutions Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to understand their priorities and develop strategies aimed at pursuing their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. He provides guidance on a range of financial matters including general investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected expenses. Michael also facilitates access to Bank of America specialists in areas such as banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. He engages in ongoing discussions with clients to address their goals, concerns, and questions, offering continuous advice as their needs evolve. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Santa Clara University.

Johanna Vargas is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with five years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. from 2010 to 2025. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured financial planning process using approved tools and modeling techniques, serving clients both directly and through corporate agreements.

Anthony Custodio is a CFA® charterholder with 26 years of industry experience. He is currently with J.P. Morgan Securities in Palo Alto, California, and has prior experience at First Republic and Bank of America, among others. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a volunteer committee member on the investment committee for TheatreWorks. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through a non-discretionary approach that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence, incorporating an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

David Finston is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at several firms including Bank of America, Merrill, E*Trade, and Northwestern Mutual. His background also includes non-financial roles at Redwood Harley Davidson and Evergreen MKTG LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services that encompass both retail and institutional investment solutions.

David Freeman is a financial advisor with Merrill in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His background includes positions at Ferguson Law Group, Inc., University of California Santa Cruz Silicon Valley Extension, and Dayton Law Firm, P.C. He has been with Merrill since 2018. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions (SPS) Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Olga Tsepalova is the Vice President Private Wealth Management Advisor at Fidelity Investments. She has over 21 years of experience in the financial services industry and has been with Fidelity for the past 12 years. In her current role, she assists clients and their families in constructing and executing comprehensive financial plans and helps them navigate complex financial decisions. Olga's professional experience includes positions such as Vice President, Wealth Planner and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, as well as roles at Metlife Securities, Ameriprise Financial, US Bancorp, US Bank, and Wells Fargo Bank. She holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. On a personal note, Olga is happily married with three children and a dog.

Oksana Yuzefovich is a Wealth Management Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she collaborates with clients, Wealth Management Advisors, and the broader Fidelity team to implement strategies aimed at growing, preserving, and transferring wealth. She is focused on providing excellent service and fostering positive client experiences in every interaction. Her professional background includes roles as a Principal at Silicon Valley Capital Partners from 2021 to 2023, as well as positions at Fidelity Investments including Senior Relationship Manager from 2018 to 2021 and Relationship Manager from 2015 to 2018. Oksana holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional work, Oksana's interests include cooking and baking, hiking, visiting museums, music, outdoor adventures, and playing table tennis.

Aron Shimada is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following a year at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. He is based in San Jose, California. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. Their 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 their investment offerings.

Steffen Hack is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2014 and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and economic modeling in its financial planning processes.

Lily Tran is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity. She has a professional background as a Financial Advisor, having worked at Morgan Stanley from 2021 to 2024 and at Citigroup from 2018 to 2021. Her career is centered on helping clients make confident and informed decisions about their wealth through personalized strategies. Lily holds a CA Insurance License. She values building relationships based on trust and transparency, focusing on financial stability and thoughtful planning. Outside of her professional work, she is interested in fitness, social events, hiking, parenthood, traveling, and volunteering.

Syed Ali is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., J.P. Morgan Securities, Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC, and Wells Fargo Bank NA. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to clients such as corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a team of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Nguyen La is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Palo Alto, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2022, Nguyen worked at Keypoint Credit Union and held positions in both academic and corporate environments including San Jose State University, NEC Labs America, De Anza College, and DoorDash. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning services supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients through both direct engagements and Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Fadi Aridi is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank, Merrill, Bank of America, and Coastal Roofing and Solar. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory 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 offerings.

Hector Pachuca Lara is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC since 2018, with prior experience at Wells Fargo Bank NA dating back to 2009. 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 incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Cheryl Marquez is a CFP® professional affiliated with LPL Financial, bringing 37 years of experience in the financial services industry. Her career includes roles at Waddell & Reed, INC., various insurance carriers, and operating her own entities, including Marquez & Hsieh, LLC and Cheryl L Marquez, Inc. Outside of her advisory work, she was involved with Monterey Zoo for three years. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a variety of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing a broad range of investment strategies and operational tools.

Al Barron is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Los Gatos, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and offering 40 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning utilizing firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through both direct client relationships and corporate financial planning agreements.

Heather Wood is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Santa Clara, CA, with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2014. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service tailored for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver personalized recommendation reports. As a large institutional firm, Ameriprise offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies.

Kathleen Vogt is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Jose, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2007. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Gavin Lam is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Palo Alto, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. He also provides in-home supportive services care to a family member. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients, utilizing research and analytics to support diversification and modern portfolio theory in their investment approach.