Molly Staffordsmith is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors in 2023, she held roles in real estate marketing and public relations, including serving as Director of Marketing and Online Public Relations for Keller Williams Shore Properties. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs delivered through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers.

Brian Ahearn is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2009, previously associated with Axa Advisors, LLC. Equitable Advisors serves a broad 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 both firm-offered programs and third-party advisory solutions.

Raymond Sura is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has worked extensively with Fulton Financial Advisors and related entities since 2013. In addition to his advisory role, he is an enrolled agent and tax preparer at ASWealth Tax Professionals and has authored a book that he markets independently. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary investment consulting and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Andrew Hatch is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with five years of industry experience. He is currently with Fidelity and previously worked at Equitable Advisors. Beyond his advisory roles, he has held positions in retail and academic settings, including employment at Buyrite of Brick Beer, Wine and Liquor and Rowan University. He works within Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative and algorithmic portfolio construction, managing a range of model portfolios that include mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Tracy Montgomery is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Merrill since 1996, also working with Bank of America since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as the executor of a family estate. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Ryan Shea is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Bank of America, Merrill, and Prudential in various capacities. Outside of his advisory role, he is an independent agent involved in the sales and service of fixed insurance products. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and nonprofit clients. The firm utilizes a range of advisory models, including third-party programs and discretionary management, serving both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients.

Jonathan Shippee is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors for eight years and has been with LPL Financial since 2015, including a current tenure starting in 2024. 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 financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research and various portfolio management strategies.

James Capen III is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial and its affiliate Raymond James Financial Services since 2009. Capen also operates as an independent contractor under the Banyan Wealth brand. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary financial planning and investment consulting, utilizing analytical tools and risk profiling to support client goals.

Mark Frey is a financial advisor at Fidelity with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His prior work includes positions at Merrill and Navigator Business Advisors. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a systematic investment process that integrates fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm serves a diverse client base and offers model portfolios constructed from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, with oversight controls and a formal advisory role to multiple registered investment companies.

Michael Shevlino is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at TD Ameritrade from 2013 to 2019 before joining Fisher Investments in 2019. Fisher Investments serves a global client base that includes institutional and private investors such as pension plans, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management across multiple asset classes, employing a centralized investment process that combines quantitative and qualitative research to build diversified portfolios while utilizing tax-aware strategies and risk management techniques.

Gary Clawson is a Senior Financial Advisor and Vice President affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in the Toms River office. He leads the Stizza Clawson Group, which focuses on providing a comprehensive advisory experience tailored to affluent individuals and corporations. His team emphasizes thoughtful, tax-sensitive investment guidance designed to support clients’ lifestyles, retirement income needs, and legacy objectives through a disciplined, transparent process. Gary’s expertise spans multiple client focus areas including college education planning, family wealth management strategies, employee financial health, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, socially responsible and values-based investing, tax minimization, and retirement income strategies. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Gary earned both his bachelor’s degree and MBA in Strategic Management from Rutgers University and the Rutgers Graduate School of Management. Raised in Ocean County near the shore, Gary currently resides in Old Bridge with his wife, Tracey, and their two children. He is passionate about education, helping others, and financial planning. Outside of his professional role, Gary enjoys outdoor activities, exercise, and spending time with his family.

John Cicala III is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Toms River, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999, including time when the firm operated as AXA Advisors. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing both proprietary and third-party advisory models and services.

Peter Maniscalco is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds the PFS™ and Series 63 designations and has 25 years of industry experience. He is president and owner of Maniscalco Wealth Management LTD and has held multiple fiduciary trustee roles in supplemental needs and irrevocable trusts. He serves on the board of Xavier High School and the St. Clare Church parish council. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates as a multi-manager platform serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers through various program structures.

Albert Kobular is a financial advisor with Merrill in Toms River, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1987 and has been affiliated with Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. 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, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Welsh is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 credentials. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities in 2022, he worked at Citizens Securities, Inc. for eight years. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

James Rinkewich is a financial advisor at Cetera with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Insurance Services. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a tax preparation and accounting business as a sole proprietor. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services with access to multiple program structures and third-party money managers.

Gary Lordi (Sr) is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds CPA credentials and has 30 years of industry experience. He worked at Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc. for 28 years before joining LPL Financial in 2023. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in tax preparation and accounting services through MKN Financial Services and his own CPA practice. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios and research from internal and third-party sources to support diversified investment strategies.

Madison Fletcher is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America, Madison worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities. Madison also has experience in educational settings, including roles at Pemberton Board of Education and Old Bridge High School. 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 a range of individual and institutional clients.

Bryan Perry is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in serving high net worth individuals, including entrepreneurs and executives. He offers expertise in corporate executive services, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, retirement income, and philanthropic planning. Bryan's approach integrates advanced tax mitigation, alternative investment opportunities, cash flow management, and trust and estate planning services tailored to meet the needs of his clientele. Bryan holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Bloomsburg University and a Master's degree in Taxation from Villanova Law School. He has earned several professional designations, including Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). In addition to his professional pursuits, Bryan is actively involved in his community. He serves as a Councilman for the Borough of Sea Girt and has participated on the Sea Girt Elementary School Board of Education. Bryan also coaches youth basketball and little league baseball. He lives in Sea Girt with his wife and two daughters.

Christopher Gallegos is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., and Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.