Samantha Thomas is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at OSAIC since 2018, following six years at Jhfn Sii. In addition to her advisory role, she is president of Premier Retirement Planning Inc., an S corporation. OSAIC serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to multiple advisory platforms and third-party money managers.

Candy Flynn is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Malta, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. Prior to her current role, she worked at AXA Advisors, Guardian Life Insurance, and UnitedHealthcare. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm employs a model- and manager-based investment approach using both proprietary and third-party solutions and provides ERISA fiduciary services to qualified plans.

Robin Davey is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, where he has worked since 2003. He has 23 years of industry experience and previously worked at Axa Advisors, LLC for 17 years. In addition to his advisory role, Davey is a CPA and has been involved in tax preparation since 1981. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients by providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs. The firm utilizes a range of advisory models implemented by third-party managers and emphasizes a personalized approach based on client risk tolerance and plan objectives.

Natalie Gecewicz is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 23 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, Axa Advisors, since 2003. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as an authorized signer for Class of 65 in Chatham, NY, and acts as a power of attorney for her father. Equitable Advisors serves individuals ranging from non‑high-net-worth to high-net-worth clients, as well as 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 proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Joseph Brady is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Saratoga Springs, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and having 22 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and modeling techniques as part of its financial planning process.

Stephen Carleton is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 22 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He previously worked at Janney Montgomery Scott for ten years before joining LPL Financial in 2025. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and brokerage solutions, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to proprietary and third-party research and model portfolios.

Alexander Klein is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles in various service and operational positions, including at Door Dash and several hospitality and event businesses. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs utilizing both firm-offered and third-party solutions.

Edward Budd is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab based in Saratoga Springs, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 31 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade, Scottrade, and Charles Schwab Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he occasionally participates in local and national kayak bass fishing tournaments. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of non-discretionary advice and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by extensive research and a multi-asset investment approach.

Douglas Brady is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked for American Portfolios Financial Services for 14 years before joining OSAIC. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Champlain Wealth Management, an insurance business focused on processing insurance applications. OSAIC serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and offers integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, and access to third-party money managers. The firm uses firm-provided asset-allocation tools, risk assessments, and automated rebalancing to construct portfolios across multiple asset classes, managed on discretionary or non-discretionary bases.

Ann Edsforth is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 credential and experience in both the public and private sectors. Her background includes roles at the US Department of Housing & Urban Development and several financial institutions. She is based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by in-house research and alternative investment due diligence.

Kyle Devincenzo is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Vanguard and its affiliated entities since 2014. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs, combining digital delivery and large-scale client servicing.

Shon Mclain is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc. in Saratoga Springs, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Mass Mutual Investors Services, Massmutual Life Insurance Co, National Life Group, and Equity Services, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partial owner of thoroughbred racehorses. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of financial advisers. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services with a focus on asset allocation, risk assessment, and portfolio management using various investment vehicles and third-party platforms.

Robert Colley is a CFP® with 46 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He has a long tenure in financial services, including roles at Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc., and as a principal of Colley & Colley, Inc. dba Cornerstone Financial Advisors since 1994. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a personal assistant and caregiver for an elderly relative. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services, allowing advisors to utilize multiple program structures and manager options.

Brian Cumming is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2013, including time at Axa Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Stewarts MYO Scholarship Selection Committee and is a volunteer member of the Board of Directors for Northern Rivers. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs. The firm employs a range of advisory models, including third-party TAMPS and discretionary management, and provides ERISA fiduciary services through credentialed advisors.

Richard White is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley who holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 38 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning through its network of Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Michael Nelson Jr. is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm operates on a large scale with a broad range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Stephen Aguglia is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Saratoga Springs, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 17 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2011 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, emphasizing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through both direct client relationships and corporate financial planning agreements.

Thomas Mccormick is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career at Merrill Lynch in 2011 and focuses on offering a comprehensive approach to managing wealth that starts with listening to clients' needs to ensure strategies are aligned with their goals. Thomas specializes in developing strategies and providing investment guidance for individuals, families, and businesses by understanding their short- and long-term financial objectives. His areas of expertise include executive compensation, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) certification and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from The College at Brockport, SUNY, in 2011, where he also played varsity baseball. He completed his MBA in Economic Crime and Fraud Management at Utica University in 2013, where he served as the Graduate Assistant baseball coach. Thomas resides in Malta, NY, with his wife and two children. Outside of work, he enjoys cooking, golfing, and spending time with his family.

Nicolas De Troye is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill from 2015 to 2023. Outside of finance, he was involved with the Brazilian Capoeira Center of Saratoga LLC for seven years. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, using a quantitative asset-allocation approach combined with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Gail Distefano is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Saratoga Springs, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 37 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured discovery conversations and proprietary tools, with an emphasis on advisory services without individual security recommendations as part of standalone planning.