Patrick Appello is a financial advisor at Buckman Advisory Group LLC with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked for Herbert J. Sims & Co., Inc. for 22 years before joining Buckman. Outside of finance, he teaches music weekly at both the Monmouth Conservatory and Georgian Court University. Buckman Advisory Group provides advisory services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and retirement plans, offering discretionary portfolio management and financial planning. The firm uses a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis to construct portfolios, typically implementing strategies with mutual funds, equities, bonds, and ETFs.

Samuel Ramos is a financial advisor at Star Wealth Advisors with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Third Seven Capital, Wells Fargo Bank and Clearing, and PNC Investments. Ramos has been with Star Wealth Advisors since 2025. Star Wealth Advisors provides discretionary investment and portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, including high net worth clients, as well as trusts, estates, and corporations. The firm emphasizes long-term fundamental analysis and uses diversified strategies including mutual funds, ETFs, individual securities, and third-party money managers, managing approximately $44.4 million in discretionary assets through a team of nine advisors.

Jason Muscari is a financial advisor with Empire Financial Management Company, LLC, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Empire Financial Management since 2016 and also works with Empire Asset Management. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as CEO and President of JAM Planning & Consulting. Empire Financial Management Company provides portfolio management services to individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as trusts, estates, corporations, and other business entities, tailoring strategies to client objectives through separately managed accounts. The firm’s investment approach includes a wide range of asset classes and strategies, with a focus on client-specific asset allocation.

Elias Burgos is a financial advisor at Atlas Private Wealth Advisors with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Equitable Advisors, LLC and LPL Financial, as well as entrepreneurial experience with Burgos Enterprises Junk Removal. Atlas Private Wealth Advisors serves individual and high-net-worth clients, charities, and small businesses by providing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management and financial planning. The firm manages approximately $860 million in assets across more than 1,200 client relationships, utilizing tailored strategies and a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis.

Steven Trusso is a financial advisor with Buckman Advisory Group LLC in Little Silver, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 48 years of industry experience. He has been with Mercer, Bokert, Buckman & Reid, Inc. since 1998. Buckman Advisory Group, LLC provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a strategic asset-allocation process using model portfolios primarily composed of mutual funds, equities, bonds, and ETFs, managing approximately $236 million across about 814 client relationships.

Samuel Epstein is a financial advisor at Hurwitz Associates, Inc. with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Kestra Financial Services, Inc., Lighthouse Planning LLC, and currently serves as COO of TGI Solar Power, a company focused on smart city construction and environmental monitoring. Epstein also holds leadership roles in geological consulting and serves on the boards of Touro College and Congregation Ohav Zedek. Hurwitz Associates provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment management primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, utilizing a long-term, low-turnover investment approach centered on asset allocation guided by Modern Portfolio Theory. The firm emphasizes client involvement in setting objectives and maintains a small team structure with an internal continuity governance plan.

Jared Smallwood is a financial advisor at Smallwood Wealth Management with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has a background that includes directing the rugby program and coaches at Fordham University. Smallwood Wealth Management serves individual and high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations by providing portfolio management, financial planning, and pension consulting. The firm applies modern portfolio theory with a long-term trading approach and conducts regular reviews for ongoing advisory clients.

Nikhil Agharkar is a financial advisor at EPIC Wealth Management LLC with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has previously worked at ShoreHaven Wealth Partners and Crowne Point Tax & Wealth Counsel. Outside of his financial advisory role, he is the owner and managing member of NSA Legacy Legal, a law practice specializing in estate planning and strategic tax advice. EPIC Wealth Management provides financial planning and discretionary investment management to individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, and other entities. The firm uses a strategic investment approach with a tactical overlay, primarily employing model portfolios and third-party Sub-Advisors for portfolio management.

Henry Mercer III is a financial advisor at Withum Wealth Management with 22 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. Mercer previously worked at Mercer Capital Advisers, Inc. for 23 years before joining Withum Wealth Management in 2025. Withum Wealth Management manages approximately $2.34 billion on a discretionary, fee-only basis for individuals, business entities, pension plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a goals-based investment process with tax optimization and customized portfolios, offering a range of services including investment management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and an Integrated Wealth Management platform for high-net-worth clients.

Vincent D'albora is a financial advisor at B. Riley Wealth Advisors, Inc. with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at National Securities Corporation. B. Riley Wealth Advisors, Inc. manages approximately $7.03 billion in client assets through about 274 advisors and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing multiple program structures and third-party sub-advisers.

Michael Brennan is a CFP® professional with 30 years of experience in financial services, currently serving at Calton & Associates, Inc. since 2012. He has prior experience with RMR Wealth Builders, Inc. in 2022. Outside of advising, he is active as a licensed real estate agent with Weichert Realtors and an independent insurance agent selling fixed insurance products. Calton & Associates serves individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and estates, offering portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money managers. The firm provides tailored investment recommendations with discretionary and non-discretionary management options and operates various program structures including firm-managed wrap programs and separate account platforms.

Ryan Hostnik is a financial advisor with Garden State Investment Advisory Services, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and over 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms, including Allied Wealth Partners, Cetera, and Mass Mutual Investors Services. Hostnik also engages in fixed insurance sales as an agent and broker through multiple organizations. Garden State Investment Advisory Services, LLC provides personalized investment advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, corporations, and other business entities. The firm manages approximately $674 million in client assets and serves a diverse client base through a multi-advisor team using discretionary portfolio management with a mix of fundamental, technical, and third-party research.

Paul Kuleska is a financial advisor with Santander Securities LLC, holding a Series 66 credential and eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Santander Bank, Kearny Bank, Cetera Investment Advisers, Citizens Securities, and PNC Investments. Outside of his advisory work, he performs maintenance for a rental property owned by his spouse. Santander Securities LLC provides investment advisory and related services to a broad range of clients, including individual investors, corporations, charitable organizations, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm offers wrap-fee advisory programs and financial planning services, delivering investment advice through a managed-account platform with third-party managers and centralized implementation and compliance.

Ashwini Ahluwalia is a CFP® professional with 35 years of industry experience, currently serving at Prosperity Capital Advisors. Prior to joining Prosperity Capital Advisors, Ashwini was affiliated with ONETEAM FINANCIAL LLC, M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc., and Atlas Advisory Group. Ashwini is involved in social security planning and financial professional training programs. Prosperity Capital Advisors provides financial planning, consulting, and discretionary investment management to a diverse client base, including individual investors, corporate clients, charitable organizations, and retirement plan sponsors. The firm employs a model-driven, multi-sleeved investment approach utilizing core risk-based portfolios and specialized strategies across mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative solutions.

Peter Lynch is a financial advisor with Sound Income Strategies, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms including Kansas City Life, MerCap Securities, and Cetera Advisors, and he owns The Lynch Financial Group, through which he provides advisory and insurance services. In addition to his advisory work, he is a CPA offering tax consulting and manages a fixed insurance business. Sound Income Strategies serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporate and pension clients, other registered advisors, and retirement plans. The firm emphasizes fixed-income and income-oriented strategies, combining fundamental and technical analysis, and provides a range of services including asset management, financial planning, insurance planning, and ETF sub-advisory.

Megan Rehill is a financial advisor at Fortis Capital Advisors, LLC with 12 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and Morgan Stanley in various roles. In addition to her advisory work, she is involved in the sales of fixed insurance products through multiple carriers. Fortis Capital Advisors provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, businesses, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management with customized strategies across passive, active, tactical, blended, and ESG-integrated approaches.

Alec Seccafico is a financial advisor at Alexander Capital Wealth Management LLC with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC since 2022. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an independent contractor for Alexander Capital Insurance Agency LLC. Alexander Capital Wealth Management LLC provides portfolio management services to individual and high-net-worth clients through discretionary and non-discretionary accounts, primarily via wrap-fee programs. The firm manages approximately $212.1 million in discretionary assets and employs a combination of cyclical, technical, and fundamental analysis in its investment process.

Adam Rubin is a Series 65-licensed advisor at Integrity Advisory Solutions with over a decade of experience as an attorney at Levine, Furman & Rubin, LLC, specializing in estate planning. He serves on the boards of the Alzheimer's Association Greater New Jersey Chapter and the Senior Citizens Activities Network. Adam is also a Certified Public Accountant. Integrity Advisory Solutions serves a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporate retirement plans through a network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and sub-advisory services, utilizing third-party platforms and managers to construct individualized or model portfolios across various asset classes.

Eli Acevedo is a financial advisor at Santander Securities LLC with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Santander Securities, Santander Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, and JP Morgan Chase Bank. Santander Securities LLC provides investment advisory and related services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, corporations, charitable organizations, and retirement plans. The firm offers wrap-fee advisory programs and financial planning services, delivering investment advice through a managed-account platform with discretionary account management and ongoing suitability reviews.

Nuzhat Naz Khan is a financial advisor with Santander Securities LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 10 years of industry experience. She has been with Santander Securities since 2015 and has worked at Santander Bank, NA since 2004. Khan is also a notary public in Manalapan, NJ. Santander Securities LLC provides investment advisory and related services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm offers wrap-fee advisory programs and financial planning services, delivering investment advice through a managed-account platform that utilizes third-party investment managers and centralized implementation.