Howard Eriksen is the principal of Eriksen Capital Management with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has served as CEO of Solitron Devices Inc., a semiconductor and electronics company, on a part-time basis for the past 10 years. Eriksen Capital Management provides discretionary portfolio management primarily to individual clients through separately managed accounts and operates a private pooled vehicle, Cedar Creek Partners LLC. The firm employs a bottom-up fundamental value investment approach and manages approximately $43.8 million in assets with a limited client roster.

Naveen Gopal is a financial advisor at Pacifica Partners Capital Management with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Pacifica Partners Inc. since 2008. Pacifica Partners Capital Management provides portfolio management, financial consulting, retirement rollover guidance, and sub-advisory services to individuals, trusts, corporations, and businesses. The firm employs a multi-method security analysis and tactical asset allocation with a value bias blended with momentum and growth strategies, serving both U.S. and Canadian clients through its cross-border structure.

Randal Best is a CFP® and ChFC® with 22 years of industry experience. He is currently with PlanVision, LLC, where he has worked since 2026. His prior experience includes roles at Magellan Federal, U.S. Bancorp Investments, LPL Financial, and Waddell & Reed, among others. PlanVision provides fee-only financial planning and consulting to high-net-worth individuals through written plans and ad-hoc consultations without account minimums. The firm emphasizes fundamental analysis and a long-term, passive investment allocation approach, delivering advice rather than managing client assets.

Nancy Peterson is a financial advisor with Bolton Securities Corporation and holds Series 63, 65, and 66 designations. She has 28 years of industry experience and has been with Bolton Global Asset Management and Bolton Global Capital since 2015. Peterson is also co-owner and president of Amity Wealth Management, Inc., an entity focused on securities and investment advisory services. Bolton Global Asset Management provides discretionary and non-discretionary asset management and financial planning to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm’s approach is driven by independent investment adviser representatives who tailor portfolios based on client goals and risk tolerance, using a variety of investment vehicles with a generally long-term orientation.

Aron Thompson is a financial advisor at D.A. Davidson & Co. with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at D.A. Davidson since 2018, following an 11-year tenure at Merrill. D.A. Davidson & Co. provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including employer-sponsored retirement plans, individual investors, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of services such as ERISA retirement plan advisory, wrap fee programs, equity research, comprehensive financial planning, and a private wealth program for clients with over $20 million in net worth.

Alecia Modahl is a CFP® and Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with 21 years of industry experience. She has worked with Kestra Advisory Services LLC since 2025 and previously served clients at MODAHL Collaborative LLC and Commonwealth Financial Network. Outside of her advisory role, she owns Feuillette, LLC, a real estate entity involved in property insurance and homeowners association matters. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to a diverse range of institutional and individual clients, including large plan sponsors. The firm offers fiduciary consulting, plan-level investment advice, and utilizes multiple management platforms to support customized investment solutions.

Lee Trevino is a Certified Financial Planner® with 11 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Valic Financial Advisors and has prior experience at Agia, where he held an agent position related to non-securities insurance products. Valic Financial Advisors serves primarily U.S. individuals, including high net worth and ultra-high net worth clients, as well as employer-sponsored retirement participants. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services through a large network of advisors, utilizing discretionary unified managed accounts and technology-driven model solutions.

Jonathan Ludeman is a CFP® with 20 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with United Planners Financial Services of America, where he has worked since 2022. He previously worked at Centaurus Financial, Inc. for ten years and has operated his own advisory and capital management businesses since 2005. Outside of financial advising, he owns Blue Heron Hill Farm in Ferndale, WA. United Planners Financial Services serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, retirement plans, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, portfolio management, retirement services, and brokerage solutions through a network of 477 independent advisors. The firm uses an open-architecture platform with multiple custodians and supports both fee-based and commission-based arrangements.

Heidi Ludeman is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 19 years of industry experience. She is currently with United Planners Financial Services of America, where she has worked since 2022. Her prior experience includes roles at Centaurus Financial, Inc., and Ludeman Capital Management, Inc. Outside of her advisory work, she owns and operates Blue Heron Hill Farm in Ferndale, Washington. United Planners Financial Services is a national wealth-management enterprise serving a broad range of clients, including individual investors, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm offers advisory and brokerage services delivered through independent representatives and emphasizes primarily non-discretionary account management.

Nicholas La Vigne is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Ferndale, WA, with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked for Sound Beverage Distributors for 19 years before joining Edward Jones. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Ruan Esterhuysen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Ferndale, WA, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, Esterhuysen worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank, NA. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as treasurer for Mt Baker Bibleway Camp and is a board member of Bible Believers of Washington. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs and financial planning services supported by research, model portfolios, and technology-driven strategies.

Marley Schiavone is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Marley has worked with Thrivent and its affiliated firms since 2021 and previously was involved with Locker Room Fitness, LLC. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, providing comprehensive written recommendations on a range of financial planning topics. The firm emphasizes goal-based analyses and separates planning services from managed-account programs.

Israel Jacob is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. His career includes over two decades at LPL Financial with a period at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. He is also involved with KJ Wealth Group LLC, a business entity for tax and investment purposes unrelated to his advisory work. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management and providing access to model portfolios, research, and various wealth management technologies.

Terrell Goertz is a CFP® and ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Blaine, WA. He has 34 years of industry experience, including 30 years with Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. Since 2013, he has participated on the Finance Committee of Whatcom Lodge #151 Free and Accepted Masons in Bellingham, WA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary managed solutions, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm is notable for its extensive network of advisors and branches, as well as its affiliated trust and securities-based lending services.

Jackson Phillips is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Independent Financial Group for seven years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with JD Phillips & Associates, a business related to his LPL activities. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, with access to various model portfolios and research resources.

Dale Aune is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Blaine, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked for VECA Electric for 17 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing rental properties through his ownership of residential units in Ferndale and Bellingham, Washington. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of investment and advisory solutions. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and operates a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Jacob Anderson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Ferndale, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2026, he worked for Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management Inc. from 2018 to 2026. His background also includes public service roles with the City of Burlington and Whatcom County Fire Districts. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios and research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

John Phillips is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Ferndale, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 38 years of industry experience. He previously spent 17 years with an independent financial group before joining LPL Financial in 2025. Outside of advising, he is involved with JD Phillips & Associates, Inc., a business entity associated with his LPL practice. LPL Financial is a national investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management along with model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Brian Lydiard is a CFP® professional with 25 years of experience in the financial industry, all of which have been with Edward Jones since 2001. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner in a family tree farm business in Seattle, Washington. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including various types of households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, SMAs, affiliated mutual funds, and other financial services through a nationwide network of advisors and branches.

Margaret Connors is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones throughout her career. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, operating under a fiduciary standard and managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets.

Steven Webb is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, and Wells Fargo Bank NA. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios and research from internal and third-party sources.

Dawson Phillips is a financial advisor with LPL Financial holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Independent Financial Group, LLC and operates JD Phillips & Associates. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as an artist and musician with Idiom Theater. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients, including individuals and institutions, offering financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement plan consulting through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Lucas Jacob is a Series 66–licensed financial advisor with seven years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2025 and previously spent six years with Raymond James Financial Services. Jacob holds a notary public role in Lynden, WA. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research and model portfolios.

Dorothy Whitman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Ferndale, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. Her previous roles include positions at Key Investment Services, Securities America Advisors, Allstate Financial Services, and Principal Life Insurance Company. She serves as the International Chair for the Sunrise Rotary in Bellingham, where she organizes international activities and supports community fundraising efforts. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, utilizing model portfolios and research from multiple sources, and provides both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Matthew Kok is a ChFC® credentialed advisor with 28 years of industry experience, currently serving at LPL Financial. He has previously worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. and Peoples Bank. He is involved with KJ Wealth Group LLC, a business entity for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing a mix of discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Richard Donahue is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding CFP® and Series 63 credentials and bringing 60 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, CWM, LLC, and Linsco/Private Ledger Corp., among others. Donahue is also involved with Asset Advisors, LLC, which he has been associated with since 1996. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and corporations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and utilizes research-driven model portfolios and technology in its investment approach.

Monisha Brandt is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Edward Jones in Ferndale, WA, and has 21 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Merrill for four years before joining Edward Jones in 2009. Brandt serves as secretary for the Kulshan Ridge Pony Club in Lynden, WA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients, including both individual and institutional investors. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies and affiliated investment products, operating under a fiduciary standard with a large national network of advisors and branch offices.