Michael Houssan is a financial advisor with The AmeriFlex Group in Worcester, MA, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Cambridge Investment Research, Integrated Wealth Concepts, LPL Financial, and Mass Mutual Investors Services. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and operates Houssan & Ojerholm, PC, a certified public accounting firm. The AmeriFlex Group is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, corporations, and retirement plans through a network of advisory affiliates. The firm offers customized portfolio management, financial planning, third-party money manager selection, and retirement plan consulting, delivering strategies through various model allocations and discretionary manager relationships.

Thomas Grimes is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 33 years of industry experience, currently practicing at Grimes & Company in Westborough, MA. He has worked with NewEdge Securities and has been active in his own advisory practice since 1991. Grimes serves on the board of directors of Walpole Cooperative Bank. Grimes & Company provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, including estates, charitable organizations, pension and profit-sharing plans, and governmental entities. The firm offers customized investment strategies and also serves other advisers as clients, combining advisory services with affiliated trustee and financial offerings.

Jacob Clark is a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. with three years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Trove Private Wealth and WIS International. Clark also has experience assisting lead advisors with planning and data preparation at Trove Private Wealth. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional clients. The firm’s investment approach focuses on diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation, utilizing a combination of mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers.

Mohammed Siddiqui is a financial advisor at Wealthcare Advisory Partners LLC with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at LPL Financial, Trilogy Financial, and National Planning Corporation. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of Solution Sales Management LLC, a consulting firm focused on clean energy and transportation. Wealthcare Advisory Partners LLC manages approximately $6.0 billion in client assets through a team of over 150 advisors, serving individuals, trusts, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm combines goals-based planning supported by proprietary software with an evidence-based investment approach that incorporates behavioral economics and quantitative measures to construct diversified, long-term portfolios.

Lawrence Sasso is a financial advisor at Bison Wealth, LLC with 35 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation as well as Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining Bison Wealth, he worked at Broker International Financial Services and has maintained ongoing roles with Tarkenton Financial and Lawrence Sasso Insurance & Financial Services, Inc. He serves as an adjunct professor at Quinsigamond Community College, is the Commander of American Legion Post 201, and sits on the Worcester State University Board of Trustees. Bison Wealth serves individuals, high net worth clients, family offices, retirement plans, corporations, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, portfolio management, curated model portfolios, and ERISA retirement plan services. The firm emphasizes outcome-focused, multi-manager model portfolios combining tactical and strategic allocations across liquid and private-market strategies, and offers specialized investment options including an options-based Overlay strategy and access to third-party managers.

Laurie Littlefield is a financial advisor at Grimes & Company with 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Grimes & Company since 2005 and previously worked at Mid Atlantic Capital Corporation from 2011 to 2017. Laurie holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Grimes & Company provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning to individual and institutional clients, including estates, charitable organizations, pension and profit-sharing plans, and government entities. The firm uses proprietary research and portfolio-management systems to build customized investment strategies across various asset types and serves other advisers as well as state and municipal clients.

David Henry is a CFA® charterholder with seven years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with The Patriot Financial Group, LLC and has held roles at firms including Mass Mutual Life Insurance and H&R Block. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a non-compensated board member and investment committee participant for Northeast Arc and Essex County Community Foundation, and acts as an innkeeper for a seasonal lodging business. The Patriot Financial Group provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, small businesses, trusts, estates, and retirement plans. The firm customizes portfolios based on client goals and risk tolerance, utilizing a variety of investment strategies and options while employing both internal and third-party managers.

Claire Soja is a financial advisor at Capitol Securities Management, Inc. with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services LLC, Winslow, Evans & Crocker, Inc., and Detwiler Fenton Investment Management. Capitol Securities Management serves individual investors, institutional and corporate clients, retirement plans, trusts, and small businesses, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting through both broker-dealer and registered investment adviser platforms. The firm’s investment services include discretionary and non-discretionary programs, separately managed accounts, model portfolios, and access to third-party managers.

Matthew Morse is a CFA® charterholder with six years of industry experience. He is currently an advisor at Grimes & Company and has previously worked at Harmony Wealth Partners LLC, Clarendon Private LLC, Mainstone Capital Management, LLC, Eaton Vance Investment Counsel, and Baldwin Wealth Partners, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is a member of MCM Sports Partners, LLC, a business involved in sports franchise transactions. Grimes & Company provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning to a range of individual and institutional clients, including estates, charitable organizations, pension and profit-sharing plans, and government entities. The firm utilizes proprietary research and portfolio-management systems to create customized investment strategies across various asset classes and also offers trustee services and sub-advisory arrangements.

Caleb Procaccini is a Series 66-credentialed advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Plainville, MA, and has one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Trove Private Wealth and Leigh Baldwin and Company, LLC. Outside of finance, he has involvement with youth lacrosse through the Nemasket Riverhawks. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation, utilizes proprietary and third-party platforms, and offers investment-company products and index licensing arrangements.

Zaven Yarumian is a financial advisor at IP Financial Advisory Services LLC with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill and Innovation Partners LLC. He is also president of Z.A. Yarumian & Co., a marketing consulting sole proprietorship serving investment managers. IP Financial Advisory Services LLC primarily serves individual retail clients and offers portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services. The firm focuses on personalized portfolios and discretionary management strategies, emphasizing service to non-high-net-worth retail investors and retirement plan participants.

Timothy Rheaume is a CFP® and CFA® charterholder with 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Grimes & Company since 2021 and previously worked at Natixis Investment Managers for 11 years. Grimes & Company provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning to individual and institutional clients, including estates, charitable organizations, and government entities. The firm uses proprietary research and portfolio-management systems to build customized investment strategies across various asset types and also serves other investment advisers and acts as a sub-adviser.

Ellis Pfahl is a CFP® credentialed financial advisor with seven years of industry experience. He is currently with The Patriot Financial Group, LLC and has prior experience at Cetera Financial Specialists LLC and Securities America, Inc. Outside of investment advising, Pfahl is involved in insurance sales through McGrath Insurance Brokerage Inc. The Patriot Financial Group offers investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, small businesses, trusts, estates, and retirement plans. The firm customizes portfolios based on client goals and risk tolerance, utilizing a range of investment options and monitoring accounts through multiple analysis techniques.

Matthew Edwards is a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with Trove Private Wealth since 2021. His prior experience includes roles at Wealth Impact Partners, Microgroup (part of TE Connectivity), and Automotive Parts Services. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional clients. The firm uses diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation strategies implemented through mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers, with oversight from an investment committee.

Peter Bianchetto is a financial advisor with CL Wealth Management LLC in Franklin, MA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has worked with CL Wealth Management since 2011 and has been associated with Cabot Lodge Securities since 2013 and Beacon Financial Services since 2003. Outside of his advisory roles, he is involved with Beacon Financial Services, where he determines customer needs and sells fixed insurance products. CL Wealth Management LLC is a multi-advisor SEC-registered firm serving individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as pension plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers portfolio advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers, tailoring investment strategies through fundamental and technical analysis, custom model portfolios, and ongoing monitoring.

Eleanor Kreitler is a CFP® and Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Grimes & Company with five years of industry experience. She previously worked at Morgan Stanley for four years and has held roles at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. and Eaton Partners. Grimes & Company provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning to individual and institutional clients, including estates, charitable organizations, and municipal entities. The firm uses proprietary research to build customized investment strategies and also offers sub-advisory and trustee services.

Patricia Lavoie is a CFP® and Series 65 credentialed financial advisor with three years of industry experience. She is currently with Grimes & Company, where she has worked since 2023. Prior to that, she spent 17 years at Fortis Management Group LLC and one year at EP Wealth Advisors. Outside of advisory work, Patricia serves as a trustee for the John T Donahue Trust and Louise G. E Donahue Trust. Grimes & Company provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning to a diverse client base, including individual and institutional investors such as estates, charitable organizations, and government entities. The firm emphasizes customized investment strategies utilizing proprietary research and a variety of investment vehicles, and also acts as a sub-adviser for other investment advisers.

Tisha Evans is a financial advisor at Santander Securities LLC with 18 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked across multiple roles within Santander since 2019. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved with ENT Corp. DBA Aunt T's, a business venture she has been part of since 2025. Santander Securities LLC serves a broad retail client base with approximately $3.14 billion in regulatory assets under management, offering investment advisory services, portfolio management through wrap-fee programs, goal-based financial planning, and access to securities-based lending and insurance products. The firm delivers investment management primarily through the FMAX wrap-fee platform, utilizing third-party discretionary managers and providing ongoing suitability and compliance oversight.

Connor Mahoney is a financial advisor at Santander Securities LLC with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Fidelity, SagePoint Financial, and Securian Advisors of New England. Santander Securities LLC serves a diverse retail client base with approximately $3.14 billion in regulatory assets under management. The firm offers investment advisory services, portfolio management through wrap-fee programs, and access to securities-based lending and insurance products, primarily focusing on non-high-net-worth investors.

Timothy Flanagan is a financial advisor with IP Financial Advisory Services LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 33 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Next Financial Group Inc, Mutual Service Corporation, and FFP Advisory Services Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a volunteer committee member for Troop 1 Cumberland Hill Boy Scouts of America and holds board and coaching positions with the Cumberland Beagle Club. IP Financial Advisory Services LLC primarily serves individual retail clients and retirement plan participants, offering portfolio management, financial planning, consulting, and access to third-party investment managers. The firm employs various analytical approaches and provides specialized services including actuarial analysis and insurance consulting.