James Wade is a Series 65-credentialed advisor at Gradient Advisors, LLC, with one year at the firm and prior experience as an independent agent since 2012. Gradient Advisors, LLC provides investment management, financial planning, and consulting services to individuals, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm operates primarily through a network of Investment Advisor Representatives and third-party money managers, using a largely non-discretionary approach that incorporates risk analysis and a mix of fundamental, technical, and cyclical portfolio strategies.

Abdul Khaliq is a financial advisor with BCG Securities, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at BCG Securities since 2018 and previously held positions at Bank of America and Merrill. BCG Securities serves institutional retirement plans and individual clients with accounts generally above $25,000, providing portfolio management, financial planning, pension consulting, and wealth management services. The firm emphasizes written investment policy statements and tailored recommendations, often implementing advice on a non-discretionary basis, and uses independent third-party managers as part of its investment approach.

Alyssa Zentner is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with six years of industry experience. She is currently with Choreo, LLC in Cherry Hill, NJ, where she has worked since 2026. Prior to that, she spent ten years at PNC. Choreo serves a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, family offices, and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory services from portfolio management to outsourced CIO services. The firm employs a strategic, quantitative investment process and provides specialized advisory services such as 1031 like-kind exchange and Deferred Sales Trust™ consulting.

Michael Kostiuk is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with over 10 years of industry experience. He has been with BCG Securities, Inc. since 2013 and has worked concurrently with Horace Mann Investors, Inc. and Horace Mann Companies since 2019. BCG Securities serves institutional retirement plans and individual clients with accounts generally above $25,000, offering portfolio management, financial planning, pension consulting, and wealth management services. The firm emphasizes written investment policy statements, tailored recommendations, and often implements advice on a non-discretionary basis while utilizing independent third-party managers and a variety of analytical approaches.

Apris Walker is a financial advisor with Encompass More Asset Management LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Encompass More in 2026, Walker worked at Vantage Financial and spent six years with Primerica Advisors. Encompass More Asset Management LLC provides discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-platform model services primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm uses a combination of proprietary and third-party model-based strategies and offers access to private placements alongside traditional advisory programs.

Scott Holstein is a CFP® and PFS™ professional with 39 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Vicus Capital, Inc. since 2011 and has prior experience at Cetera and American Brokerage Service. Holstein is also a non-practicing CPA. Vicus Capital, Inc. provides investment management and financial planning to individuals, businesses, trusts, and employee benefit plan sponsors, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm employs a range of strategies including core-satellite, momentum, ESG, and tax-loss harvesting, and places particular emphasis on retirement-plan consulting and fiduciary services.

Andre Harrielal is a financial advisor at Altitude Capital Management LLC with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at Brookstone Wealth Advisors, Whitney & Associates/Total Advisors, Snap Finance, Lyft, Heartland Payment Systems, and Merchant Lynx. Altitude Capital Management LLC provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals and high net worth clients, offering tailored portfolio management and consulting with no account minimums. The firm employs an individualized investment approach based on client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon, managing accounts primarily on a discretionary basis and recommending custodial relationships with independent custodians.

Brett Straub is a financial advisor with The AmeriFlex Group in Haddon Heights, NJ, holding CFP® and ChFC® designations with 35 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cambridge Investment Research, Principal Securities, and PRINCIpAL LIFE INSURANCE. Straub is also the owner of The Straub Group Advantage, a business focused on insurance, benefits, and human resources. 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, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing model asset allocations and discretionary manager relationships across multiple custodians.

Logan Cruet is a financial advisor at Gladstone Wealth Partners with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at LPL Financial and Florida Financial Advisors. Gladstone Wealth Partners serves individuals, corporations, pension and profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations through a network of nearly 100 investment adviser representatives. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, employing a variety of investment strategies including individual equities, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.

Jeffrey Garlatti is a financial advisor with BCG Securities, Inc. in Cherry Hill, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities LLC. He has been with BCG Securities and affiliated entities since 2018. BCG Securities serves institutional retirement plans and individual clients with accounts generally above $25,000, offering portfolio management, financial planning, pension consulting, and wealth management services. The firm emphasizes written investment policy statements and tailored, non-discretionary advice, regularly utilizing independent third-party managers and multiple analytical approaches.

Brian Dobisch is a financial advisor with Blackridge Asset Management, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Concourse Financial Group Securities Inc for over two decades and has operated Dobisch Associates since 1989. In addition to his advisory role, he is also a licensed insurance agent selling life and health insurance. Blackridge Asset Management provides financial planning, investment management, and consulting services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, corporations, retirement plans, and charitable organizations through a network of investment adviser representatives. The firm utilizes model-based portfolio management and offers estate-planning support via an online platform.

Andrew Gergatsoulis is a financial advisor at Aegis Capital Corp. with 36 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill. He is the owner of AG Capital Holdings LLC, an inactive investment account. Aegis Capital Corp. serves individual investors, retirement and benefit plans, trusts, estates, and corporate clients by providing investment advisory and brokerage services, financial planning, and access to managed account programs through RBC and AXOS platforms. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary account options and supports clients with trade execution, clearing, custody, and reporting services.

David Barol is a CFP® and ChFC® with 32 years of industry experience. He is currently with CreativeOne Securities, LLC and has previously worked at Securities America Advisors, Questar Asset Management, and Lincoln Financial Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he hosts the podcast "Bridge to Knowledge by David Barol" and is involved in book publishing through Bala House Publishing. CreativeOne Securities, LLC is a multi-advisor registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm combines project-based planning with ongoing asset management and offers a variety of financial services including fiduciary retirement-plan support and access to third-party manager programs.

Jason Siebert is a financial advisor at Simplicity Wealth in Philadelphia, PA, holding a Series 65 license with one year of industry experience. He has worked at multiple firms since 2025, including JD Financial & Insurance and Foundations Investment Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is president of JJAVERY Inc, a company involved in life insurance and annuities, where he manages marketing, finances, sales, and customer service. Simplicity Wealth serves a diverse client base ranging from individual investors to institutional clients and financial firms, offering services such as financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement plan advisory. The firm employs a fund-of-funds investment approach utilizing ETFs, mutual funds, and individual securities, alongside model portfolios monitored and rebalanced regularly, and integrates technology and operational support for other advisers through its TAMP and software offerings.

Christopher Cohen is a CFP® professional with 14 years of industry experience, currently advising at BCG Securities, Inc. His prior roles include positions at Citizens Securities, Inc., PFS Investments Inc., and Primerica Financial Services. Cohen is based in Cherry Hill, NJ. BCG Securities, Inc. serves institutional retirement plans and individual clients with accounts typically above $25,000, offering portfolio management, financial planning, pension consulting, and wealth management services. The firm emphasizes tailored investment policy statements and often provides advice on a non-discretionary basis while utilizing independent third-party managers and a variety of analytical approaches.

Conor Mc Kenna is a financial advisor at BCG Securities, Inc. with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining BCG Securities, he worked at ADP for six years and at Lehigh Valley Health Network for two years. BCG Securities serves institutional retirement plans and individual clients, generally those with accounts above $25,000, offering portfolio management, financial planning, pension consulting, and wealth management services. The firm employs a non-discretionary approach, uses independent third-party managers, and integrates multiple investment analyses across various strategies.

Christopher O’Neill is a CFA® charterholder with seven years at Pine Valley Investments and a total of four years in the financial industry. His prior experience includes roles at Archer Investment Management Solutions and S&P Dow Jones Indices. Pine Valley Investments provides discretionary portfolio management, pension consulting, and advisory services to individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm utilizes fundamental, technical, and quantitative analysis to tailor portfolios and offers access to private funds and third-party managers through various client arrangements.

Gregory Pizzano is a financial advisor at Pine Valley Investments with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at Corrado Financial Group and Hallmark Capital Management, Inc. Pine Valley Investments provides discretionary portfolio management, pension consulting, and advisory services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm employs a range of analytical methods and trading strategies, including the use of derivatives, margin, and short sales, and also serves other advisers through subadvisory arrangements.

Michael Einhorn is a financial advisor with Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc. He holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations and has 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company and Financial Advisors of Delaware Valley. He is also involved in Divorce Financial Solutions and engages in joint case work and mentorship at Family Wealth Management. Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory services to individuals, corporations, and qualified retirement plans, offering financial planning, money manager relationships, managed account programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm delivers managed solutions primarily through a platform relationship with Envestnet and uses Pershing as a qualified custodian and introducing broker-dealer.

Kenneth Cappelli is a financial advisor at Sequent Planning, LLC with 29 years of experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at firms including Equitable Advisors, Mutual of Omaha, and Securities America Advisors. Sequent Planning, LLC serves individuals, retirement plan sponsors, small and medium-sized businesses, endowments, and nonprofit organizations, offering asset management, financial planning, access to third-party model managers, and a range of retirement-plan services. The firm employs a structured risk framework emphasizing diversified exposures and uses platforms such as AdvisorEngine and Charles Schwab for custody and administration.