Michael Lagnese is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over seven years of experience in providing financial guidance to clients. He and his team employ a Goals-Based Wealth Management approach that places client priorities at the center of the wealth planning process. Leveraging the global resources of Merrill Lynch, Michael assists clients in identifying and prioritizing key financial objectives such as college education funding, retirement income planning, health care cost coverage, and family wealth preservation. Michael’s expertise encompasses a broad range of client focus areas, including personal retirement planning, portfolio management, employee and corporate benefits, as well as strategies tailored for small business owners and the LGBT community. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and completed his high school education at Hicksville High School, followed by an Associate's Degree from Nassau Community College. In addition to his professional activities, Michael is involved with the community organization Long Island Cares. His personal interests include biking, chess, cooking, golfing, and yoga.

Jacob Grier is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, currently working at Charles Schwab with four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Vanguard Group and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Outside of finance, he has been involved with the Southampton Town Democratic Committee and worked in educational settings such as Hofstra University and Suffolk Community College. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a centralized operational structure.

Thomas Sconzo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at CUNA Brokerage Services, CUNA Mutual Group, Chase Investment Services, and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, he serves part-time as a mixed martial arts referee. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive advisor resources and technology tools.

Benjamin Lingenfelter is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Lake Grove, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked primarily with LPL Financial since 2011, with a one-year tenure at Ameriprise Financial Services Inc. Additionally, he serves as a Code Enforcement officer in his local community. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with a range of strategic, tactical, and alternative investment options.

Robert Notarfrancesco is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at firms including HSBC Bank USA, N.A., Cetera, and INVESTORS BANK. Outside of his advisory role, he is also an active drummer and band member. 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive resources and technology.

Lisa Sciuto is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 30 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and holds a Series 63 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients through a variety of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Jorge Torres is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Giorgio Armani for five years. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services both directly and through Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Philip Johann is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He previously worked for American Portfolios Financial for ten years before joining Ameriprise. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing detailed Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis, delivering personalized, non-discretionary advice supported by algorithmic automation and a centralized consulting team.

Frank Heraghty is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Stony Brook, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 33 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bethpage Federal Credit Union since 2019, LPL Financial since 2008, and Astoria Federal Savings and Ifmg Securities from 2006 to 2019. 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting over 22,800 advisors and managing more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.

David Willmott III is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with eight years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. His prior experience includes roles at Edward Jones, Joseph Stone Capital, and entrepreneurial ventures outside finance such as Skate Safe America and People Pool Valet. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, and institutions through a broad network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, combining extensive advisory services with various non-advisory financial activities.

Thomas Flanagan is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Woodbury Financial Services, Questar Capital Corporation, and Chase Investment Services Corp. In addition to his advisory work, Flanagan operates a sole proprietorship providing fixed annuities, disability, health, and life insurance, and he engages in motivational speaking at churches and libraries. OSAIC Wealth serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm employs a model-based investment approach with tools for asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and risk management, supporting discretionary and third-party-managed strategies.

Jessica Baker is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Copper Beach Builders, Stage Door School of Dance, Baker Septic Installations Inc, and involvement with The Performing Arts Center of Suffolk County. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment strategies and affiliated capabilities, operating under a fiduciary standard and managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets.

Nathaniel Mccabe is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Port Jefferson, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Suffolk Federal Credit Union, Big Think Capital, and The Prudential Insurance Company of America. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms.

Paul Tuttle is a Series 66-registered financial advisor with seven years of industry experience. He is currently with Thrivent Investment Management and Thrivent Financial, having joined in 2022. Prior to that, he worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2017 to 2022 and Munistat Services, Inc. from 2015 to 2017. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm focuses on holistic, goal-based planning across various financial topics and offers options that combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing system called “WealthPlan.”

Christian Buzzanca is a financial advisor at Cetera with 39 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® and Series 63 designations. His prior experience includes roles at Lincoln Financial Advisors and ownership of Economic Planning Group. Buzzanca serves as president of the Society of Financial Service Professionals, where he plans meetings and directs board activities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Daniel Stuven is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 66 license with four years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. since 2022 and previously spent time with New York Life Insurance Company and in non-investment roles including pool services and the restaurant industry. He is also involved with Girard Wealth Management Group as an associate focusing on research and trading. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm delivers non-discretionary planning tailored to client goals using analytical tools and supports its clients through a large advisory network with specialized offerings in municipal finance and SIMPLE IRA consulting.

Matthew Wilkow is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Altice Business. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in telecommunications as a referral partner and provides financial planning services through an affiliated consulting firm. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, structuring planning engagements as annual, collaborative relationships that emphasize goal analysis and written recommendations.

Thomas Schwartz is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2026. He has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, during which he has developed expertise in partnering with clients to understand their financial goals and creating customized financial plans to meet their unique needs. Prior to his current position, Thomas served as Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2026, Branch Manager at TD Ameritrade from 2018 to 2021, and Financial Consultant - Branch Manager at Scottrade from 2006 to 2018. Outside of his professional work, Thomas enjoys cooking and baking, participating in family activities, fitness, parenthood, and traveling.

Robert Ward is the Senior Resident Director at Merrill, leading the Riverhead Merrill Lynch Wealth Management office since 2018. He has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, including 17 years in banking and 12 years as a branch manager. Since joining Merrill in 2015, he has focused on serving the wealth management needs of business owners, entrepreneurs, and affluent individuals by developing tailored strategies to address both short- and long-term financial goals. Bob holds multiple professional designations including Chartered Financial Consultant®, Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor®, and Retirement Benefits Consultant, enabling him to provide fiduciary services and oversee corporate retirement plans as well as nonprofit endowment and foundation assets. His expertise encompasses areas such as divorce transition planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, and philanthropic planning. In addition to his professional work, Bob serves on the boards of East End Arts and Riverhead Rotary, and supports organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island and Junior Achievement. He has received the Presidential Volunteer Award three times and was recognized as Man of the Year by Big Brothers Big Sisters in 2011. Bob resides in Manorville with his wife Laura and their two children and enjoys boating, golf, skiing, mountain biking, and photography.

Anthony Solomita is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with local individuals and families to develop transparent financial plans aimed at building, preserving, and distributing wealth to meet their lifetime goals. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2013, progressing through roles from Financial Representative to his current position. His professional experience includes serving as a Financial Consultant from 2017 to 2020, an Investment Consultant from 2015 to 2017, and a Financial Representative from 2013 to 2015 at Fidelity Investments. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Representative at Citibank from 2007 to 2013.