Charles Schwab & Co. Inc. is one of the leaders in providing financial services in the United States. Based in Pleasanton, Calif., the firm offers an array of investment services and products such as mutual funds, financial planning, investment advice and retirement plans, to name a few. Additionally, Charles Schwab & Co. Inc. also provides equity compensation plan services and referrals to investment advisors/custodial as well as operational and trading support to independent, fee-based investment advisors through its Advisor Services division. The firm holds membership with the Securities Investor Protection Corporation.