James Burke is a CFP® professional with 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Sage, Rutty & Co., Inc. in Rochester, NY, for over three decades, serving in a financial advisory capacity since 1992. Sage, Rutty & Co., Inc. provides advisory, financial planning, and wrap-fee services to a diverse client base that includes individuals and institutions such as pension and profit-sharing plans. The firm manages approximately $3.9 billion in assets across more than 8,600 accounts, employing various program structures and analytical approaches while supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Douglas Emblidge is a financial advisor at ESL Newco I, LLC with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at Alesco Advisors LLC. Before entering finance, he spent 39 years in broadcasting, including roles at 13WHAM-TV/Sinclair Broadcast Group and WAIO Radio 95.1. ESL Newco I, LLC, operating as Alesco Advisors, provides investment management, financial planning, and consulting services primarily to institutions and high-net-worth individuals. The firm employs a combination of fundamental analysis and quantitative modeling, often recommending index-based mutual funds and ETFs, and manages approximately $4.81 billion in assets.

Kimberly Schulwitz is a financial advisor at Sage, Rutty & Co., Inc. with 10 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC before joining Sage Rutty in 2019. Schulwitz holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Sage, Rutty & Co., Inc. serves both individual and institutional clients through advisory, financial planning, and wrap-fee platforms, managing approximately $3.9 billion in assets across 8,685 accounts. The firm offers a range of program structures and custodial relationships, providing both comprehensive planning and portfolio management services.

Michael Cerutti is a financial advisor with Modern Wealth Management, LLC in Rochester, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Mutual Securities, Neuberger Berman, Lincoln Financial Advisors, and GAMCO Investors. Outside of advisory work, he is also an independent insurance agent specializing in fixed life insurance. Modern Wealth Management, LLC is a multi-team SEC-registered adviser managing approximately $10.9 billion in assets across about 94 advisors. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and employer-sponsored retirement plans, using a centralized Investment Committee and a combination of model portfolios, third-party money managers, and strategic allocations to guide investment decisions.

Lauren Mc Kerrow is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Sage, Rutty & Co., Inc. with three years of industry experience. She has worked in various roles including positions at Livingston Lanes & Pub, Barefoot Septic & Sewer Inc., and SUNY Geneseo. Sage, Rutty & Co., Inc. serves individual and institutional clients, including pension and profit-sharing plans, offering comprehensive financial planning and portfolio management services. The firm manages approximately $3.9 billion in assets across multiple custodial relationships and employs fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis in both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

Meghan Kelly is a financial professional with three years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Vicus Capital, Inc. in Rochester, NY. She holds a Series 66 designation and has prior experience with Kelly Wealth Services, Kelly Retirement Services, Cetera Wealth Services, and Paychex. Vicus Capital provides investment management and financial planning services to individuals, businesses, trusts, and employee benefit plan sponsors. The firm employs a mix of fundamental and technical analysis across various strategies and offers specialized retirement-plan consulting and fiduciary services.

David Robbins is a financial advisor at Courier Capital, LLC in Rochester, NY, holding a Series 63 designation with five years of industry experience. He worked at HNP Capital, LLC from 2011 to 2023 before joining Courier Capital, where he has been since 2023. Courier Capital, LLC provides investment advisory services to individuals, banking institutions, charitable endowments, and pension plans. The firm employs an asset-allocation approach with Investment Committee oversight and offers discretionary management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, third-party manager selection, and access to alternative investments.

David Dewind is a financial advisor with Sage, Rutty & Co., Inc. in Rochester, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 44 years of industry experience. He has been with Sage Rutty since 2012. Sage Rutty & Co., Inc. serves a range of individual and institutional clients, including pension and profit-sharing plans, offering advisory, financial planning, and wrap-fee services. The firm manages approximately $3.9 billion in assets across nearly 8,700 accounts and provides both comprehensive planning and portfolio management through multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Riley Zimmerman is a financial advisor at Modern Wealth Management, LLC with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at Beltz-Ianni & Associates, LPL Financial, and Paychex Inc. prior to joining Modern Wealth Management. Modern Wealth Management provides investment advisory and integrated planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, pension plans, charitable organizations, broker-dealers, and corporations. The firm employs a centralized portfolio management model supported by an Investment Committee and offers a range of services including discretionary investment management, financial planning, tax and estate planning, and insurance solutions.

Michael Linkey is a financial advisor at The AmeriFlex Group with 17 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research, OSAIC, Securities America Advisors, and Invest Financial Corporation. Linkey is also involved with the Kiwanis Club of Canandaigua, assisting in community fundraising activities. The AmeriFlex Group is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, corporations, and retirement plans through a network of advisory affiliates. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, delivering customized strategies via model asset allocations and manager relationships.

Gina Griffo is a financial advisor at Sage, Rutty & Co., Inc. with 15 years of industry experience. She previously worked for 20 years at Ralph Parks Investment Group LLC d/b/a Parks Capital. Griffo holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Sage, Rutty & Co., Inc. serves individual and institutional clients, including pension and profit-sharing plans, offering advisory, financial planning, and wrap-fee platforms. The firm manages approximately $3.9 billion in assets and provides both comprehensive planning and portfolio management through multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Justin Albrecht is a financial advisor at Capital Analysts with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and has prior experience with Mass Mutual Investors Services and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company. Albrecht served six years in the Army National Guard and has worked in both legal and fitness industries. Capital Analysts serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, trusts, and corporate clients. The firm provides discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management supported by an in-house investment team using proprietary screening and model portfolios, with a close affiliation to Lincoln Investment and unique custodial arrangements.

Phillip Yargeau is a financial advisor with Ashton Thomas Securities, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and serving clients for 33 years. He has been with Ashton Thomas since 2011 and also has experience at Pike & Gold Partners and Erb's Income Tax Service, where he is a 40% owner and prepares tax returns. Additionally, he assists clients with Medicare Supplement and Advantage Plan selections as a health insurance agent. Ashton Thomas Securities is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer managing approximately $1.86 billion for individuals, business entities, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of investment management programs and retirement plan services through a team of 18 advisors across six offices.

Luke Lansing is a financial advisor with Capital Analysts in Rochester, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Lincoln Investment since 2017 and previously held positions with Legend Advisory Corporation and Legend Equities Corporation. Outside of his advisory role, Lansing is involved as a Medicare sales agent and owns a disability and paid family leave insurance business. Capital Analysts serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management through various programs and access to third-party managers. The firm employs an in-house investment management team and proprietary screening tools, with a business model that supports advisors’ outside activities alongside advisory services.

Daniel Dovan is a financial advisor with Capital Analysts in Rochester, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 39 years of industry experience. He has worked at Lincoln Investment since 2017 and previously spent time at Legend Advisory Corporation and Legend Equities Corporation. Outside his advisory role, he is the owner and president of DD Wealth Management, a Medicare sales and holding company. Capital Analysts serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, trusts, foundations, and corporate clients. The firm uses an in-house Investment Management & Research team to drive discretionary portfolio management and offers a range of advisory services with both wrap and non-wrap programs.

Steven Ciotti is a financial advisor at Sage, Rutty & Co., Inc. with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Sage, Rutty & Company since 2023. Prior to his current role, he was involved in real estate and insurance sectors. Outside of finance, he is a guitar lesson instructor at the Rochester School of Guitar. Sage, Rutty & Co., Inc. serves individual and institutional clients, including pension and profit-sharing plans, offering advisory, financial planning, and wrap-fee platforms. The firm manages approximately $3.9 billion in assets across 8,685 accounts and uses a variety of analytical approaches while supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Wayne Holly is a financial advisor at Sage, Rutty & Co., Inc. in Rochester, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 43 years of industry experience. He has been with Sage, Rutty & Co., Inc. since 1980. Sage, Rutty & Co., Inc. serves individual and institutional clients, including pension and profit-sharing plans, offering advisory, financial planning, and wrap-fee platforms. The firm manages approximately $3.9 billion in assets across diverse account types and employs multiple program structures and custodial relationships while supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Georgios Manou is a financial advisor with Capitol Securities Management, Inc. in Rochester, NY, holding Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Capitol Securities Management since 2006 and spent four years at Bianchi and Associates. Outside of his advisory role, he assists with data entry at Bianchi and Associates, a firm providing income tax and accounting services. Capitol Securities Management serves individual investors, institutional and corporate clients, retirement plans, trusts, and small businesses, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting. The firm operates as both a broker-dealer and registered investment adviser, delivering investment advice primarily through IAR-managed programs, separately managed accounts, and third-party money managers.

Michael Tracz is a financial advisor with Capital Analysts, holding a Series 63 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at Lincoln Investment since 2017 and previously at Legend Advisory Corporation and Legend Equities Corporation. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as an independent sales agent specializing in Medicare plans. Capital Analysts serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, trusts, and corporate clients, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management through various programs. The firm’s investment decisions are guided by an in-house Investment Management & Research team, utilizing proprietary screening processes and providing advisors with multiple portfolio management options.

Brian Kelly is a CFP® professional with 33 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently affiliated with Vicus Capital, Inc. and serves as the owner and financial professional at Kelly Wealth Services. His prior experience includes roles at Nationwide Securities, LLC and Corey Insurance Agency. Vicus Capital serves a diverse client base including individuals, businesses, trusts, charitable organizations, and retirement plan sponsors, offering investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a variety of investment strategies and provides specialized fiduciary consulting and plan-sponsor services alongside standard advisory offerings.