David Lewson is a Senior Financial Advisor at the Ridgefield Merrill Lynch Wealth Management office. He works with a select group of families and businesses to develop strategies aimed at creating, growing, preserving, and managing their wealth. David combines the personalized service of a small financial advisory boutique with the extensive resources and capabilities of one of the world's leading financial institutions. With over two decades of experience in the financial services industry, David specializes in areas such as college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, individual and corporate investment strategy, and retirement income. He holds multiple professional designations including the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). David earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1986. David resides in Redding, Connecticut with his wife, Beth. He has been active in his community, serving as a member of the Redding Board of Education and the Redding Board of Ethics, as well as a trustee of the Western Connecticut Academy of International Studies Magnet School and a board member of Education Connection.

Attila Balla is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

David Toapanta is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America and LPL Enterprise. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer, futures commission merchant, and commodity pool operator registrations.

Karl Anderson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Ridgefield, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2014, working with both Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including customized financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services both directly and through Corporate Financial Planning agreements with employers.

Luigi Muccitelli is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked with firms including Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. and Boston Harbor Wealth Advisors. He is also the CEO and President of Fondi Wealth Management, Inc. 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 offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and supports municipal and public finance work through its unique affiliations.

Richard Cossa is an Investment Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2023. He has accumulated over 17 years of experience in the financial industry, having held various financial advisory roles at firms such as Mahoney Asset Management, Lincoln Financial, Chase Investments, Oppenheimer & Co., Wells Fargo Advisors, and Morgan Stanley. Throughout his career, Richard has developed expertise in navigating different market cycles with a focus on asset allocation and delivering customer service aimed at guiding clients through their retirement planning. His professional journey reflects a consistent commitment to supporting clients in achieving their financial goals. Outside of his professional work, Richard has interests in baseball, fitness, football, golf, and yoga.

Abraham Mizrahi is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at OSAIC, Woodbury Financial Services, and Capital One Advisors. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of planning options including retirement, education, and business-owner transition planning. The firm combines advisory services with other financial products and referral channels to deliver tailored recommendations using proprietary research and planning tools.

Michael Torres is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses. His prior experience includes roles at JP Morgan Chase Bank, U.S. Bancorp Investments, and Northwestern Mutual. 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 a blend of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management with access to multi-asset portfolios, alternative investments, and integrated brokerage and custody services.

Asmir Malevic is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at several J.P. Morgan affiliates since 2016 and was previously with Invesco Distributors, Inc. from 2019 to 2021. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Andrew Redhead is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab who holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Kovitz Investment Group Partners, Connectus Wealth, UBS Financial Services, and Northwestern Mutual. Charles Schwab 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 affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a centralized operational structure supporting a large client base.

Daniel Jensen is a Financial Advisor at Heisler, MacKenzie & Associates, a team within Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill in May 2015 and earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) certification in April 2020. In July 2025, he advanced his career by joining Heisler, MacKenzie & Associates as a Team Financial Advisor. Daniel holds a bachelor's degree from Indiana University, Bloomington. He specializes in family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, and individual and corporate investment strategy. Daniel emphasizes that financial planning is an ongoing process that evolves with clients' changing priorities and life circumstances. His approach involves careful listening, asking insightful questions, and tailoring advice to help clients make confident financial decisions with clarity and focus. Daniel resides in Fairfield, CT with his wife, Megan, their two daughters, and their English Cocker Spaniel. His personal interests include fishing, football, music, reading, soccer, and spending time with his family.

Kjersten Lazar is a CFP® professional with 33 years of industry experience, currently serving at Raymond James & Associates since 2007. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and is based in Somers, NY. Lazar is also a trustee and secretary for Player'e Eye Football Club, contributing to board meeting documentation. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipalities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and municipal advisory services.

Brenner Lecompte is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2019, following prior roles at Clearbridge Investments and Legg Mason. Outside of his advisory work, Lecompte is involved in faith-based speaking engagements and serves as a contractor with the Catholic Leadership Institute. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning approach includes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, focusing on advisory services without individual security recommendations in standalone plans.

Claire Ross is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with two years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Edelman, Y&R PR (now Goodfuse Communications), Avon Breast Cancer Crusade, and Saks Fifth Avenue. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth households, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Peter Luppino is a financial advisor at Merrill with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 1995 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. Merrill, along 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 investment strategies developed by internal teams and third-party managers for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

William Flash is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones, where he has worked since 2009. He has 16 years of industry experience. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a director of the Brewster Chamber of Commerce, participates as a board member promoting local businesses in Amherst, and is involved in nonprofit education through presentations on non-violence and social inclusion. He also performs as a musician at community events. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of over 23,000 advisors. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and provides both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies under a fiduciary standard.

Carissa Marz is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works alongside her team to provide personalized financial strategies tailored to meet the goals and aspirations of their clients. Carissa’s approach emphasizes thorough attention to detail and professional handling of all aspects of the client relationship. She collaborates with her team to leverage Merrill Lynch's resources in delivering comprehensive wealth management services, including college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, retirement income, and tax minimization. Carissa resides in Washington, DC with her husband Ronald Charles Senegal and their children. Together, they enjoy traveling and exploring new experiences.

Alex West is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2024. Prior to this role, Alex served as an Investments Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2024. Alex also has experience as a Private Client Advisor and Private Client Banker at J.P. Morgan Securities, LLC between 2016 and 2022. With 10 years in the financial services industry, Alex collaborates closely with individuals and families to understand their circumstances, values, and aspirations. This approach aids clients in navigating complex financial decisions and developing plans aligned with their priorities. Alex's personal interests include comedy, fitness, football, social events with friends, pets, and traveling.

Benn Albrecht is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Carmel, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior experience includes positions at Hudson Valley Credit Union, Instacart, and People's United Bank. He is also a New York State notary. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services with access to proprietary and third-party model portfolios and research.

Scott Aber is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He is also the owner of Scott M. Aber CPA PC, providing accounting and tax services since 1998, and serves as president of Bookkeeping Chef Inc., an online bookkeeping business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers through a multi-manager platform.