Justin Filippone is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding the Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2015 and is a partner of Iron Tree Financial, a business associated with Cetera. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered advisor serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, supported by a broad network of over 10,000 advisors and more than $256 billion in assets under management.

Roy Casper is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the ChFC® and Series 63 designations and bringing 43 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc., PRINCOR, UNUM Provident Mutual, Guardian Life Insurance, and Specific Solutions. Casper is also involved in non-variable insurance activities through UNUM Provident Mutual, Guardian Life Insurance, and Specific Solutions. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individual investors, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a wide range of financial planning and investment services, including model portfolios, third-party management, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced operational tools.

Frederick Hepfer is a financial advisor at Cetera with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at several firms including Citizens Securities, M&T Securities, Key Investment Services, and Morgan Stanley. He is based in Latham, NY. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and retirement services through a multi-manager platform that combines affiliated and third-party managers, with over 10,000 advisors and more than $256 billion in assets under management.

Whitney Walker is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with LPL Financial and has three years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, Whitney worked at Goldman Sachs & Co LLC and KeyBank. Outside of advisory work, Whitney holds a notary commission. LPL Financial is a national broker‑dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a broad range of advisory and brokerage services.

Stephanie Belles is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Latham, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, with prior experience at Citigroup Global Markets dating back to 2005. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved as a partner in two real estate investment entities in New York. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s approach involves structured discovery conversations and planning tools supported by its Global Investment Committee’s analyses, offering services that encompass both direct client plans and Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Bryanna Lydell is a Financial Consultant with experience across multiple roles at Fidelity Investments and Northwestern Mutual. She has worked as a Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, Financial Representative, and Financial Services Representative, gaining a broad understanding of financial planning and client relationship management. Her professional experience spans from 2022 to 2026, with a focus on delivering financial services and consulting. Throughout her career, Bryanna has emphasized building strong, lasting relationships with clients by understanding their individual goals and crafting tailored financial plans. She is committed to providing clear guidance and support to help clients feel confident and empowered in their financial decisions. Her approach to client service is rooted in trust, transparency, and personalized strategies. Details about her education, credentials, personal interests, or community involvement have not been provided.

Anthony Casale is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2011. In this role, he assists clients in making informed investment decisions, emphasizing the importance of building consistent relationships and developing strategic financial plans. He also focuses on the ongoing review, maintenance, and adjustment of these plans over time. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Anthony worked as a Financial Planner at The Ayco Company from 2009 to 2011 and at First Investors Corporation from 2007 to 2009. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Anthony enjoys family activities and playing golf.

Anthony Accetta Jr. is a financial advisor at Cetera with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Cetera since 2019, previously spending 13 years at Foresters Financial. Outside of his advising role, he serves as vice-chairman for the City of Mechanicville Charter Review Committee, is a board member of the Mechanicville Housing Authority, and acts as secretary for an Italian fraternal society. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services, administering over $256 billion in assets across more than 10,000 advisors.

Nathan Phang is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience, including prior roles at Adelvia and TAG Solutions. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset management programs. The firm utilizes a range of advisory models implemented by third-party sponsors and emphasizes matching clients to appropriate investment strategies without advertising hypothetical performance.

Joanne Rifenburg is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2019. Prior to her current role, she spent eight years with the Rotterdam-Mohonasen School District. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through Financial Advisors and its Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Christopher Nyhan is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Burnt Hills, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2005. Nyhan serves on the board of trustees for Turtle Island Trust and holds leadership roles in local community organizations, including the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Education Foundation and the Burnt Hills United Methodist Church investment and endowment committees. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices, and operates under a fiduciary standard.

Daniel Tidd is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, AXA Advisors, since 1999. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an administrator or executor of estates and trustee of trusts for family and non-family members. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm employs a range of advisory models delivered through Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party managers, offering a variety of investment products including mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.

William Canale is a CFP® professional with 38 years of experience in financial advisory. He is currently with Ameriprise Financial Services LLC and previously worked at Quartz Partners Investment Management and Etico Wealth Management. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, delivering tailored, research-driven recommendations through a centralized consulting team that combines modeling and tax-efficiency analysis.

Gerard Ryan is a financial advisor with Osaic who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 41 years of industry experience. His career includes 30 years at Signator Investors, Inc. prior to joining Osaic in 2018. He is also involved with Keystone Financial Management LLC, where he engages in sales and marketing of fixed annuities, securities, and insurance products. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with a range of investment options and uses firm-provided tools to construct portfolios, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Christopher Charlton is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation. He joined LPL Financial in 2026 and has prior experience at Broadview Federal Credit Union, Hudson Valley Community College, Valet Park of America, and the University at Albany. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a broad network of advisors. The firm offers a range of financial planning and asset management solutions, combining extensive advisory services with a variety of non-advisory financial products.

Brian Goldwasser is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2022, following six years at Commerzbank AG in New York. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers planning both directly and through corporate agreements.

David Hawley is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Albany, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and possessing 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent and its predecessor organizations since 2002. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors, focusing on comprehensive, goal-based planning without discretionary trading authority or traditional institutional portfolio management.

Michael Frontera is a CFP® and ChFC® with 22 years of industry experience. He is currently an advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, where he has worked since 2019. Prior to that, he spent 16 years at Equity Services Inc. In addition to his advisory role, Frontera owns Retirement Theory, through which he acts as an independent insurance agent and provides tax preparation and accounting services. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services. The firm utilizes a variety of portfolio management strategies and delivery platforms, combining proprietary models with access to unaffiliated strategists.

Melanie Lugo is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Latham, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and joined Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. in 2025. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and modeling techniques as part of its advisory process.

Valentino Leon is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2026. In this capacity, he guides clients with growing assets by connecting them with appropriate resources and teams, and assists clients in the early stages of their financial journey by providing practical direction for the future. Prior to his current position, Valentino served as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2025 to 2026 and as a Financial Representative from 2024 to 2025. This progression has contributed to his experience in financial advising and client relationship management. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Valentino has interests in art, fitness, golf, motorcycles, and music.