James Ruggiero is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Rutgers Business School, the New York Yankees, the Philadelphia Phillies, and West Virginia University. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Jeremy Selecky is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Syz Capital, Phenix Capital Group, Alkeon Capital, MBSC Securities Corporation, and Morgan Stanley. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by extensive research and analytics.

Sebastien Cassu is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Warren, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he is also an independent insurance agent selling life, fixed annuities, disability, long-term care, and health insurance. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative financial planning engagements using firm-approved software and tools, with optional implementation of recommendations through brokerage or insurance products.

Vincent Signa is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works directly with clients to define their financial goals and develop portfolio strategies tailored to help achieve those objectives. He provides ongoing advice and adapts investment strategies as clients' needs evolve. Vincent specializes in general investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unexpected expenses. He takes the time to understand clients' priorities to craft personalized financial plans. He holds professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). Vincent earned his Bachelor's Degree from the College of Staten Island.

Scott Howell is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at LPL Financial since 2021. His prior experience includes roles at HSBC Bank USA, HSBC Securities (USA) Inc., Citigroup Global Markets, Citicorp Investment Services, Chase Investment Services Corp., and Merrill. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of financial planning and portfolio management options supported by technology and has a significant presence with over 22,800 advisors and $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Danielle Mrozek is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she collaborates with clients and their Wealth Management Teams to develop financial plans that align with their goals. She joined Fidelity Investments in 2023 and has held various positions including Financial Representative and Relationship Manager before assuming her current role in 2026. Her experience at Fidelity Investments has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of financial planning and client relationship management. Danielle holds a California Insurance License.

Daniel Wilson is a CFP® with 29 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at OSAIC since 2024. His prior experience includes roles at Securities America Advisors and Guardian Life Insurance Company of America. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner in several private investment ventures, including real estate and specialty businesses, and is a passive member of the Entrepreneurs Organization. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients, offering a range of brokerage and advisory services supported by model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization tools. The firm is notable for its scale, multi-advisor platform, and integration of multiple affiliated entities.

John Crlencic is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a broad range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Alan Friedman is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, leading a wealth management practice serving clients in Lower Manhattan and Staten Island. With over 30 years of experience in financial services, he works closely with individuals, corporate executives, business owners, and their families to develop customized wealth management plans aimed at achieving personal goals. His approach emphasizes personalized strategies that reflect each client's unique needs, including college education planning, executive compensation, divorce transition planning, retirement income, and family wealth management. Alan holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University at Albany SUNY and carries professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He offers a comprehensive range of financial services, from wealth management and portfolio management to lending, insurance, and estate planning. His client philosophy centers on integrity, transparency, and competency, viewing each client relationship as one akin to family. Outside of his professional work, Alan enjoys playing volleyball and pickleball, running, reading, and spending time with his wife, Marla, and their three sons. They reside on the South Shore of Staten Island. Alan welcomes opportunities to connect and discuss how he can support clients’ financial goals.

Neal Maqboul is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Woodbridge, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor Axa Advisors, LLC since 2009. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a nationwide network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm utilizes both proprietary and third-party advisory models and offers a range of investment options including mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.

Kevin Mendez is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, N.A., Superdry, Brooklyn College, and Bard High School Early College. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Steven Sayegh is a financial advisor with Cetera and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. He has 23 years of industry experience, including 11 years at LPL Financial and 10 years at New York Community Bank prior to joining Cetera in 2020. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in product development through ownership of JTD Products LLC and serves as co-director of Finest AAU, a basketball training and travel program. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to a range of third-party money managers.

Robert Competiello is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 31 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation as well as Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2018, he worked at T3 Trading Group, LLC and Maxim Group LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Edwin Ruiz is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America and educational positions at Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala and Centro Educativo Juvenil Católico "Nuestra Señora de Fátima." He also has experience with Supremo Food Inc. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mark Dubel is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at LPL Financial since 2018, following five years at INVEST Financial Corp and over two decades at Affinity Federal Credit Union. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Algin Lagdameo is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. His prior work includes long-term roles at Pruco Securities, LLC and the Prudential Insurance Company of America. MML Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars with an emphasis on collaborative, annual client relationships and use of firm-approved analytical tools.

David Rosoff is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2013. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2006, progressing through roles including Financial Representative, Investment Representative, and Financial Planning Consultant. His experience encompasses working with a variety of clients to address diverse wealth planning needs. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his ability to provide comprehensive financial consulting. David emphasizes partnership with clients to navigate challenges and achieve financial planning goals for individuals and their families.

Warren King is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, and Capital Craft. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm primarily uses model-driven investment implementation and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and various affiliated financial services.

Rob Budziszewski is Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2022. He leads a team of financial professionals focused on aligning with clients' evolving needs, collaborating to provide clarity and assist in developing personalized, goal-based financial plans. His approach aims to inspire clients to achieve peace of mind and fulfillment through their financial goals and dreams. Rob has held several positions within Fidelity Investments, including Assistant Branch Leader and Planning Consultant in 2021 and 2022. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Hennion & Walsh, Inc. from 2008 to 2021, serving as Associate Vice President and Investment Associate Supervisor. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Rob enjoys family activities, golf, music, pets, skiing, and traveling.

Akhileswar Patel is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999, including its predecessor Axa Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in a child care business. Equitable Advisors serves individuals across a range of wealth levels, as well as pension plans, corporations, and nonprofit organizations, offering financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management services. The firm’s approach involves matching clients to advisory models or discretionary managers, often utilizing third-party programs and providing a variety of investment options and ERISA fiduciary services through credentialed representatives.