Carlos Garcia is a financial advisor with Kovack Advisors, Inc. in Westport, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 26 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at MSI Financial Services, Inc. and First Montauk Securities Corp. Among his other business activities, he spends time as a sales agent for fixed index annuities, life insurance, and group health benefits. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government clients, employing an Envestnet-supported workflow and a mix of internally created models and third-party managers to manage portfolios across multiple custodians.

Michael Marini is a financial advisor with Kovack Advisors, Inc. in Altamonte Springs, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Kovack Advisors since 2012 and with Kovack Securities since 2003, also operating his own advisory practice since 1997. Outside of advisory work, he coaches golf for children aged 7 to 9 and is involved in ventures related to golf marketing and personalized golf club labels. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves a diverse client base that includes individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, banks, and municipal clients, employing both proprietary and third-party investment models supported by an Envestnet workflow.

Rodrigo Ortiz is a financial advisor at Kovack Advisors, Inc. with 31 years of experience in the industry. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at firms including Merrill Lynch, UBS Financial Services, and Kovack Securities. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government clients, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and sub-advisory services using a combination of internally created models and third-party managers.

Donald Swinarski is a financial advisor with Kovack Advisors, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Kovack Securities, Inc. since 2017 and is also the managing partner of Swinarski & Company, CPA, where he provides tax and accounting services. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government clients, employing a risk-tolerance-based investment approach supported by Envestnet and using both internal and third-party models.

Martina Jimenez Sperry is a financial advisor at Kovack Advisors, Inc. with 23 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at firms including J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and Prudential Financial. Outside of her advisory role, she owns Sanvean Financial Solutions, LLC and Centurio Wealth LLC, and serves as a board member of the Mercy Care Foundation. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser managing over $6 billion in client assets, serving a diverse clientele that includes individuals, institutions, and government entities, and employs a range of portfolio management strategies supported by an Envestnet workflow.

Steven Waltz is a financial advisor at Kovack Advisors, Inc. with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation and Series 66 license. Waltz has been with Kovack Advisors since 2019 and previously worked with Securities America Advisors and Securities America Inc. He also operates a wealth management advisory business under the name WEALTHTRENDS ADVISORS. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, including high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government entities, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and sub-advisory services using both internally created and third-party models.

Kirby Chien is a financial advisor with Kovack Advisors, Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones, Princor Financial Services Corporation, Principal Life Insurance Company, and Equitable Advisors. He is also president of Bedrock Wealth Management, an advisory and life insurance business. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, banks, and governmental clients, providing portfolio management, financial planning, and access to independent advisor programs through a risk-guided investment process.

Aaron Swanier is a financial advisor with Kovack Advisors, Inc. in Atlanta, GA, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Kovack Advisors since 2015 and previously worked at AG Edwards and Sons, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a co-administrator for his father's estate. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government clients, employing a risk-tolerance-based approach that combines internal models and third-party managers to construct and monitor portfolios.

Marcus Arneaud is a financial advisor with Kovack Advisors, Inc. in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. His prior firms include B. Riley Wealth Advisors and Investacorp, Inc. He serves as treasurer for the Kappa Alpha Psi, Inc. Fort Lauderdale Alumni Chapter, a fraternal organization that sponsors community service programs and academic scholarships. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government clients, employing a workflow supported by Envestnet and utilizing both internally created models and third-party managers to manage client portfolios.

Victor Dibattista is a CFP® with 32 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Kovack Advisors, Inc. since 2006. He previously worked at MSI Financial Services, Inc. from 2002 to 2004. In addition to his advisory work, Dibattista is involved in fixed life and health insurance sales as a sole proprietor. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with around 260 advisors managing over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government entities, using both proprietary and third-party models within an Envestnet-supported workflow to manage portfolios across multiple custodians.

James Fountain III is a financial advisor with Kovack Advisors, Inc. in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Kovack Advisors, Fountain Financial Services, Colquitt Insurance Services, and W.H. Colson & Associates. Outside of his advisory work, he owns Fountain Family Farm, which produces pecans and manages forestry operations, and volunteers as a facilitator for Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University classes. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government clients, using a risk-tolerance based investment process that incorporates both internally developed models and third-party managers.

Ed Maisonet is a financial advisor with Kovack Advisors, Inc. in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has worked with Kovack Advisors and its affiliated entities since 2017, following previous roles at Ameriprise Financial Services and other firms. Maisonet also manages a separate insurance business through Maisonet Wealth Management Inc. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government entities, employing a risk-based approach with both internally developed models and third-party managers.

Angela Rosario is a financial advisor with Kovack Advisors, Inc. in Santa Ana, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. She has been with Kovack Advisors and its affiliated securities firm since 2015 and has been associated with APEX Financial Services Group since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she presents mortgage assistance workshops aimed at individuals facing layoffs. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors managing over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves a diverse client base that includes individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government entities, utilizing a combination of internally developed models and third-party managers to provide portfolio management and financial planning services.

Joseph Aloisio is a financial advisor with Kovack Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Kovack Advisors since 2015 and has been associated with Security Mutual Life Insurance Co. since 1973. Aloisio also maintains a life insurance sales activity, dedicating significant time to it during trading hours. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with roughly 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government clients, employing a mix of internally created models and third-party managers to construct and manage client portfolios.

Gregory Vereen is a financial advisor with Kovack Advisors, Inc. in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, holding 26 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Investacorp Advisory Services, Securities America Advisors, and Valic Financial Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with a wholesale travel club called Gott-Go Travel, sharing travel information with family. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as pension plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government entities, employing a range of model-based and advisor-managed solutions across multiple custodians.

Frank Anderes is a financial advisor with Kovack Advisors, Inc. in Fresno, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 39 years of industry experience. He previously worked at LPL Financial and Piper Sandler & Co. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as executor of a trust and holds durable power of attorney for his mother, handling her financial affairs. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with around 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government clients, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and access to sub-advisory programs through a combination of internal models and third-party managers.

Brett Cushing is a financial advisor at Kovack Advisors, Inc. with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Cambria Capital, LLC and InterContinental Hotels Group. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as successor trustee for a family trust. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets, serving individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government clients. The firm uses a combination of internally created models and third-party managers to construct portfolios, offering both model-based and advisor-managed solutions across multiple custodians.

Ruth Soto Ortiz is a financial advisor at Kovack Advisors, Inc. with nine years of industry experience. She has held roles at Kovack Advisors and Kovack Securities since 2019 and previously worked at Mutual of Omaha Investor Services and Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company. Outside of her primary role, she is involved with Strategic Capital Partners and Strategic Capital Group, providing financial planning and insurance services. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government clients, employing both internally created models and third-party managers to support portfolio management and financial planning.

Ricardo Latta is a financial advisor with Kovack Advisors, Inc. and holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. He has 40 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Prudential Equity Group. Latta is involved in nonprofit and educational organizations, serving on leadership and advisory boards for Nova Southeastern University and the American Heart Association. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors managing over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and government clients using a risk-tolerance driven investment process supported by Envestnet, offering both model-based and advisor-managed portfolio solutions.

Christopher Trawick is a financial advisor with Kovack Advisors, Inc. in Macon, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Kovack Advisors since 2020 and previously worked at GWN Securities and Global Parts Distributors. Trawick operates two financial services businesses serving local clients, including a credit union, and is also a notary. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 260 advisors and over $6 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, banks, and government clients, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and sub-advisory services through an Envestnet-supported process that uses both internal models and third-party managers.