Robert Nestrick is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Rochester, NY, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked in education for over two decades, including positions at Victor Central School District and Honeoye Central School District. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

George Opira is a financial advisor with Cetera Wealth Services, LLC and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 17 years of industry experience, including roles at United Healthcare Solutions and Avantax Advisory Services. Outside of financial advising, he owns Opira Tax & Financial Services, providing accounting, bookkeeping, and tax preparation, and serves as a board member of the Hope Initiative of Rochester. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a broad client base from individuals to institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services and operates a multi-manager platform supporting diverse investment strategies and program structures.

Leah White is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2015. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with at least $1,000,000 in net investable assets. The firm uses a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide written Recommendation Reports, delivered through a centralized consulting team in partnership with financial advisors.

Donna Gaudy is a financial advisor with Merrill in Rochester, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2003. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Thomas Tette is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Rochester, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and over 23 years of industry experience. His career includes prior roles at Securities America Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. Outside of advisory work, he is managing partner of a CPA firm and serves as treasurer for the GC Education Foundation. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, and corporations through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services with portfolio construction supported by asset-allocation tools and access to third-party money managers.

Taylor Collins is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 19 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and the Series 63 license. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2026, Collins spent 19 years at MML Investors Services Inc and Mass Mutual. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a broad network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Jonathan Gorom is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise and its related entities since 2012 and is currently based in Rochester, NY. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional provider.

Sarthak Bhojwani is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Rochester, NY, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at Simon Business School, University of Rochester, and in consulting and technology positions. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver tailored retirement income advice through a centralized consulting team.

Daniel Biviano is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and 12 years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at MML Investors Services, MassMutual, Hornor, Townsend & Kent, Inc., and Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company. 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, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing model portfolios, third-party research, and technology-driven strategies.

Benjamin Geist is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has worked at LPL Financial and ESL Investment Services since 2016. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Patrick Sullivan is a CFP® professional with 18 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors in Rochester, NY. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC since 2010. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad planning menu and integrates advisory services with other financial products and referral channels.

David Younis is a CFP® with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Osaic since 2024. He has previously worked with Securities America Advisors, Inc. and Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. Outside of advisory roles, Younis manages a tree farm LLC focused on black walnut timber and serves as treasurer for a not-for-profit board in Ontario County. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a variety of services such as financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money managers, utilizing asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to construct portfolios across multiple asset classes.

Mariah Patrizi is a financial advisor at OSAIC with three years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 credential. She has worked at SagePoint Financial, Financial Freedom Group, and UnitedHealthCare, among other roles. Outside of her advisory work, she operates a sole proprietorship helping clients select Medicare Advantage insurance plans. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charities. The firm offers a wide range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing proprietary asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to manage portfolios across various asset classes.

Scott Shattuck is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Rochester, NY, holding a Series 65 designation and over 15 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2024, he worked at Manning & Napier Advisors from 2007 to 2022 and has been affiliated with ESL Federal Credit Union since 2023. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Nicholas Cherchio is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2026. He serves as a financial partner, assisting clients in navigating their financial journeys and working toward personally significant financial goals. Nicholas collaborates with clients to review their financial situations, discuss priorities and timelines, and co-create financial plans aimed at providing confidence for them and their families. Prior to his current role, Nicholas gained experience as a Financial Representative and Financial Services Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2024 to 2026. He also worked as an Associate Mortgage Banker at BNY Wealth from 2020 to 2024 and held the position of Associate Vice President at Citi Private Bank from 2015 to 2020.

Jena Crawford is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has 13 years of industry experience, including roles at ESL Investment Services, LLC and ESL Federal Credit Union. Outside of her advisory work, she is a part-owner of a family business, NJC Property Maintenance, Inc. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Daniel Keirsbilck is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, and Equitable Advisors. He also has a background in education, having been affiliated with the Saunders College of Business at RIT for several years. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through both advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, consulting, and access to model portfolios, combining adviser programs with brokerage and insurance products on an integrated platform.

Debby Mellenger is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Rochester, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 25 years of industry experience. She has worked with Wells Fargo Advisors and affiliated entities since 2009. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, offering investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad planning menu and uses proprietary research and tools to develop tailored recommendations, with clients choosing their level of implementation through various brokerage or advisory programs.

Christopher Leverett is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Fairport, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2005 and previously worked at City National Bank from 2016 to 2025. Leverett serves on the advisory board for the School of Business and Management at SUNY Brockport and has been involved with nonprofit activities such as organizing the March of Dimes spring walk-a-thon. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual and institutional clients with tailored investment strategies, offering a variety of advisory programs and portfolio management services. The firm integrates in-house and third-party investment managers and provides access to alternative investments and unified account structures.

Ashley Sullivan is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, where she oversees a team of wealth planning professionals. In her leadership role, she fosters a collaborative environment that emphasizes personalized client relationships and collective expertise to support clients in achieving their financial goals through tailored financial planning processes. Ashley has extensive experience in the financial services industry, having held various positions including Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, Vice President and Senior Wealth Partner at 1865 Wealth Advisors, Private Wealth Advisor at LVW Advisors, and Financial Consultant at Charles Schwab and Co., Inc. She began her career as a Financial Advisor Associate at UBS Wealth Management and has held multiple roles at Fidelity Investments. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Ashley's personal interests include family activities, fitness, social events with friends, parenthood, and traveling.