Patrick Ford is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Poughkeepsie, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, Axa Advisors LLC, since 2000. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to a broad client base, including individuals, corporations, and nonprofit organizations. The firm utilizes a range of advisory programs and third-party asset managers to deliver tailored investment solutions.

Mark Temple is a financial advisor at Merrill with 21 years of industry experience. He has held his current position since 2012 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mitchell Zapka is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at ThinkEquity LLC, Wallkill Valley Federal Savings and Loan, and SUNY Oswego. Outside of finance, he has experience working in hospitality and retail through positions at Carry Out Kings and The Station. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and market modeling in its financial planning process.

Jason Burt is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 23 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Directors for the Premier Cares Foundation and manages a consulting business focused on financial planning. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored to clients approaching or in retirement, typically serving those with at least $1 million in net investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide written recommendation reports, with a focus on assets held in Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Ricardo Ventura is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has worked with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2014, with additional experience at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank. Outside of the financial industry, he is a silent partner in a car rental business operating through a vehicle-sharing platform. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research, offering recommendations across eligible strategies that may include an ESG framework.

Ojas Sardesai is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 license and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2012 and has concurrently worked at Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union since 2010, where he is also involved in insurance services. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms, supported by a network of over 22,800 advisors.

John Vita IV is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Before joining Equitable Advisors, he held various roles including teaching positions and personal training. He is also involved as a seasonal football coach at Arlington High School. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning and asset management services through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party program sponsors.

Christopher Tomaskovic is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He collaborates with individuals, families, and businesses to develop and implement financial strategies tailored to their unique circumstances and goals. With over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, he focuses on areas including college education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, and retirement income. Mr. Tomaskovic graduated Magna Cum Laude from Fordham University, earning a Bachelor's Degree with a major in Government & Politics and a minor in Economics. He holds professional designations such as CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). He is actively involved in community organizations including the Dutchess County Gaelic Athletic Association, where he serves as Founding Chairman and board member, the Dutchess County Ancient Order of Hibernians, the St Martin De Porres CYO as Instructional League Director, and other local groups. In his personal time, he enjoys coaching basketball and Gaelic football, playing golf, and organizing fundraising events.

John Gadonniex is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with the firm since 1996, focusing on creating strategies and recommendations for individuals and families to assist in achieving both short- and long-term financial goals. John employs a consultative and objective approach to wealth management. He begins by thoroughly reviewing client financial situations, preferences, and objectives. He then proposes asset allocation recommendations tailored to reflect each client's income and growth expectations. Additionally, he engages in ongoing discussions covering a variety of financial opportunities, including investments, retirement, education, and estate planning services. John holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP) certification awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., and he also holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from the University of Central Florida in 1991.

Matthew Cruz is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Poughkeepsie, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and having 20 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial (formerly LINSCO/PRIVATE LEDGER CORP.) since 2006. In addition to his advisory role, Cruz is involved in selling life insurance through Madison Brokerage Corp. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services, including access to third-party asset managers, model portfolios, and institutional platforms.

Kimberly Barnett is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 17 years of industry experience. She previously worked at LPL Financial for 13 years and Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union for 15 years. Barnett holds a Series 63 designation. 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 and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Christina Paul is a CFP® with over 32 years of experience in the financial services industry. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including her current role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides planning services that emphasize client implementation while generally acting in an advisory capacity.

Steven Knapp is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Poughkeepsie, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, AXA Advisor, LLC, since 1999. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing a variety of proprietary and third-party advisory models.

Adan Koepp is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 credential and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he held roles at Dutchess Community College, Hudson Valley Credit Union, Golden Russet, and taught at Rhinebeck Middle School and High School. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management services supported by technology and a broad network of advisors.

Thomas Murphy Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2013 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2014. He also serves as a trustee in a non-investment-related capacity. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Richard Marr is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career as a financial advisor in 1997 and has dedicated himself to understanding financial markets and assisting clients in managing their finances to achieve stability and purpose. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Antioch College and a Master's Degree from the University of Chicago. In 2018, Richard earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) certification and is also recognized as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Richard speaks English and Chinese. Beyond his professional work, Richard is involved in community organizations including the Citizens Climate Lobby and the Rhinebeck Rotary. He balances his financial expertise with his interest in art, contributing to his approach in investing and planning.

Christopher Stala is a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he focuses on understanding clients’ unique perspectives and priorities to help develop personalized financial strategies. He works with clients to pursue a range of goals including investing, retirement planning, funding education, managing healthcare costs, and addressing family long-term objectives. Christopher provides ongoing advice and guidance based on clients’ evolving needs and connects them with specialists at Bank of America for services such as banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. He emphasizes clear communication and transparency to simplify the complexities of wealth management. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Columbia University and a Master of Business Administration from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management.

Denise Bolte is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 45 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Prudential Equity Group, LLC from 2002 to 2003. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and operates a beekeeping business. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm combines research and analytics with a variety of brokerage and advisory solutions to support client investment needs.

Philip Meltzer is a CFP® professional with 23 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2013. Outside of his primary role, he is involved with Meltzer & Hill Wealth Advisory LLC and Meltzer Asset Management Inc., both investment-related ventures. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that offers investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services, including cash-flow, retirement, education, risk and wealth-transfer planning, as well as specialized services like business-owner transition and special-needs analysis.

Sarah Cuozzo is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Poughkeepsie, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 10 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley since 2018, with prior experience at LPL Financial and National Planning Corporation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets, utilizing structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools such as Monte Carlo simulations to model financial outcomes.