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Daniel W

ChFC®, Series 63, Series 66

Woodbridge, NJ

Equitable Advisors

Daniel Williams is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with nine years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 66 licenses. His prior work experience includes roles at Uber, Santander Bank and Securities, JPMorgan Chase Bank, and Onyx Enterprises. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Pup on the Run LLC, focusing on website management. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs, utilizing a dual-registered adviser and broker-dealer model with an emphasis on program sponsorships and non-discretionary assets.

Retirement income strategy Social Security optimization Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive Approaching retirement Baby Boomers (Born 1946-1964)
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Meghna S

Series 66

Iselin, NJ

Merrill

Meghna Shah is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2016. She is a co-owner of an outside family investment business in New Jersey. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Felix M

Series 63, Series 65

Plainsboro, NJ

Equitable Advisors

Felix Menezes is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Plainsboro, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999 and previously worked with AXA Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages a rental condominium property. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, combining advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to tailor services according to client goals and risk tolerance.

Retirement income strategy Social Security optimization Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive Approaching retirement Baby Boomers (Born 1946-1964)
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Kyle T

Series 66

Westfield, NJ

UBS Financial Services

Kyle Tierney is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with the Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS, he worked at Creative Financial Group and Equitable Advisors and held positions in education at The College of New Jersey, John P. Stevens High School, and Woodrow Wilson Middle School. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, supported by research from its Chief Investment Office and UBS Global Research.

General retirement planning Cash flow / budgeting Equity compensation tax strategy Executive Founder/Business Owner Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Douglas F

Series 63, Series 66

Holmdel, NJ

LPL Financial

Douglas Frew is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services for eight years before joining LPL Financial. He is also involved in Frew Wealth Management LLC, a business entity for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management and a variety of model portfolios and research resources.

College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.)
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Thomas M

Series 66

Red Bank, NJ

Merrill

Thomas Mc Cafferty is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2011 and concurrently at Bank of America, N.A. since 2012. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Paul S

Series 63, Series 65

Staten Island, NY

Merrill

Paul Schmidt is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings over 35 years of experience in financial advising, helping individuals and businesses plan and achieve their financial goals. Paul's expertise spans managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Nyack College and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Paul follows a personalized approach to portfolio management, emphasizing availability and support for clients during both challenging and prosperous times. Beyond his professional role, he is involved in coaching the golf teams at McKee Staten Island Technical High School. Paul lives in Staten Island, NY, with his wife Wendy, and they have two daughters working in accounting and finance. His personal interests include antiquing, golfing, and spending time with his family.

Wealth management Retirement income strategy Retirement withdrawal strategies General tax planning Income planning Married/Couples/Partners
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Otto A

Series 63, Series 66

Holmdel, NJ

Edward Jones

Otto Arias Jr. is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Edward Jones since 2020. Prior to that, he spent nine years at BNY Mellon Capital Markets and 26 years at The Bank of New York Mellon. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices across the United States.

Retirement income strategy Retirement withdrawal strategies Divorce financial planning General estate planning guidance Multi-generational wealth transfer Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Melissa D

Series 63, Series 66

Red Bank, NJ

Morgan Stanley

Melissa Dodson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Dodson holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm‑approved tools and market outcome models.

General estate planning guidance
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Thomas H

Series 66

Jamesburg, NJ

Fidelity

Thomas Honan is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with firms including Allied Wealth Partners and Minnesota Life Insurance Co. Outside of finance, he has been involved in a catering business making and serving pizza. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios across a broad investable universe.

Charitable giving & philanthropy Active portfolio management
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Tracy N

Series 63, Series 65

Red Bank, NJ

Morgan Stanley

Tracy Nolen is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2012. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm offers tailored financial planning and utilizes structured processes and planning tools to support client outcomes while generally acting in an advisory capacity.

General estate planning guidance
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Timothy Y

Series 63, Series 65

Westfield, NJ

UBS Financial Services

Timothy Yagasits is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 1998. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates proprietary research, model-based asset allocations, and institutional trading capabilities to provide customized financial solutions.

General retirement planning Cash flow / budgeting Equity compensation tax strategy Executive Founder/Business Owner Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Louis M

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Eatontown, NJ

LPL Financial

Louis Monaco Jr. is a CFP® professional with 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with LPL Financial, where he has worked since 2024, following an 18-year tenure at Royal Alliance Associates and 16 years at Investment Advisors Asset Management, LLC. Monaco serves as a trustee for St. Joseph's Church in Bridge, NJ. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and corporations, through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers various advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management and incorporating research from multiple sources.

College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.)
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Nicholas B

Series 63, Series 65

Red Bank, NJ

Cetera

Nicholas Benevento is a financial advisor at Cetera with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Cetera Advisors LLC since 2013. Beyond his advisory role, he serves as secretary for the Walter K. Doyle Foundation, a nonprofit organization. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management programs and access to third-party managers.

Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Stephanie M

Series 66

Red Bank, NJ

Merrill

Stephanie Malewski is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. She joined Merrill Lynch in 2013 and focuses on helping individuals, families, and businesses develop personalized financial strategies. Her services include retirement planning, investment management, and guiding clients through significant life transitions. Stephanie's professional background includes roles in financial analysis and strategic planning as a business manager and analyst, equipping her with skills in opportunity evaluation and risk management. She holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) certification, maintains Series 7 and Series 66 FINRA registrations, and is licensed in New Jersey and Florida for Life and Health Insurance. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Magna Cum Laude with Honors, from Fordham University and attended the Hartt School of Music. Outside of her advisory role, Stephanie is engaged in community initiatives supporting individuals with special needs, inclusion, environmental sustainability, and the arts. She is involved with organizations such as the Arc of Monmouth, Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Project, and Count Basie Education Outreach - Basie Awards.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Planning for children with special needs Charitable giving & philanthropy Women Professionals Married/Couples/Partners Parents
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Richard C

Series 63, Series 65

Edison, NJ

Primerica Advisors

Richard Cieri is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Edison, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. He has worked with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 1996, and previously was associated with Burton Cieri Delsordi & Co. for 49 years. In addition to advisory services, he is involved in sales of investment-related products and receives compensation for referrals related to home security and automation products. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm delivers advisory services through a large network of advisors and employs model-based investment strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers, supported by custodial and trade execution services.

ESG / Sustainable investing Tax-loss harvesting Income planning
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Michele M

Series 63, Series 65

Red Bank, NJ

UBS Financial Services

Michele Madsen is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 23 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with UBS since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, Michele is a notary public. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services.

General retirement planning Cash flow / budgeting Equity compensation tax strategy Executive Founder/Business Owner Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Joseph H

Series 63, Series 65

Red Bank, NJ

LPL Financial

Joseph Hutchinson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 20 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, serving clients for over a decade before joining LPL Financial in 2022. 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 services, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research from LPL and third-party subadvisors.

College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.)
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Thomas A

Series 65, Series 63

Fair Haven, NJ

LPL Financial

Thomas Acerra Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 11 years of industry experience. He previously worked at MML Investors Services and Mass Mutual for eight years. Acerra is involved in multiple business entities related to insurance and consulting. 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, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services with discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research from LPL and third-party subadvisors.

College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.)
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Darshi J

Series 63, Series 65

Middletown, NJ

Wells Fargo Clearing

Darshi Jayawardena is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 21 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank since 2017, following 17 years at PNC Financial Services Group and PNC Investments. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-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.

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