George Joseph is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Worcester, MA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and previously at Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in music as a bass guitar player and sole proprietor. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including customized financial planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Zainab Karim is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their individual goals and changing market conditions. Karim provides integrated wealth management solutions by leveraging investment insights from Merrill and the banking and lending resources of Bank of America. Karim’s expertise includes family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. She holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) certification from the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., and is a qualified Portfolio Manager. In her role, she offers traditional financial advice as well as personalized portfolio management that may incorporate individual stocks, bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies, including discretionary management under the firm's Investment Advisory Program. Karim earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida. She values community involvement and participates in volunteer activities within the communities she serves. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, golfing, spending time with her family, and watching movies.

Darren Parent is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Worcester, MA, with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has worked at Edward Jones since 2019, following prior roles at Voya America Equities, Inc. from 2016 to 2018. Outside of his advisory work, he is a part-time ski instructor at Mount Snow Resorts in Vermont. 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 strategies, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors and over $1 trillion in assets under management.

Bryan Mcdavitt is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has 12 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Commonwealth Financial Network and operating McDavitt Wealth Management. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives, serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning, investment management, and institutional platform services.

Richard Higgins is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and portfolio management services. Richard holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Northeastern University. Outside of his professional role, he has personal interests in football, horseback riding, music, and skiing.

Michael Mac Lean is a CFP® with 18 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. He has previously worked at firms including Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Grove Point Advisors LLC, and Voya Financial Advisors. Mac Lean serves as a board member for the Paxton Little League in Paxton, MA. 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 portfolio programs, and institutional platforms.

Gerald Johnson Jr. is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at VOYA Financial Advisors and Vista Financial Group, where he has also operated an independent insurance agency focused on fixed insurance products. He has been affiliated with Cetera since 2021. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services, including access to affiliated and third-party model portfolios, with more than $256 billion in assets under management.

Leah Coco is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she partners closely with clients to help them make confident, informed decisions about their financial futures. She collaborates with the Wealth Management Team to co-create holistic and personalized financial plans that reflect each client's goals, priorities, and values. Leah has extensive experience in the financial services industry, having held various roles at Fidelity Investments since 2013, including Branch Leader and Team Leader in multiple departments such as Investment Solutions, Stock Plan Services, and Client Services. Prior to Fidelity, she worked as an Associate Financial Advisor at Ameriprise Financial and as a Registered Representative at Northwestern Mutual. Her career also includes leadership experience as a Team Leader in Defined Contributions at Putnam Investments. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Leah enjoys spending time at the beach, engaging in fitness activities, and hiking.

Amir Hossein Tajiki is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America and several technology and academic institutions. He also has experience operating an international food market and deli. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions (SPS) Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Drew Smith is a Vice President and Financial Consultant with over two decades of experience in the financial services industry. He has held roles at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2025 and was a Wealth Advisor at Charles Schwab from 2002 to 2022. Throughout his career, Drew has collaborated with families to develop comprehensive financial plans aimed at achieving their financial goals. He focuses on understanding the personal and professional priorities of his clients to build tailored strategies that provide financial peace of mind.

Season Mondino is a financial advisor at Merrill with 18 years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. She has been with Merrill since 2007 and has concurrently worked at Bank of America N.A. since 2011. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kathleen Jones is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 19 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Merrill from 1998 to 2023. She is based in Worcester, MA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services including wrap programs and specialized financial planning through various advisory agreements.

Harrison McCann is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2019. In his current role since 2022, he works closely with clients to understand their financial situations and goals, collaborating to develop tailored financial plans. He began his career at Fidelity as an Investment Consultant in 2019, progressing to Financial Consultant in 2020 before assuming his current position. Harrison applies a comprehensive financial planning process to support his clients' objectives. Outside of his professional work, Harrison enjoys beach activities, biking, hiking, outdoor adventures, and spending time with family.

Mark Mccormack is a CFP® with 24 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He has previously worked at Voya Financial Advisors and holds an ownership position at Archstone Financial Partners, LLC. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services utilizing multiple program structures and third-party managers, managing over $256 billion in assets.

Patrick English is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Voya Financial Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing. 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 a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a network of over 22,800 advisors and substantial discretionary assets.

Frederik Otte is a Planning Consultant dedicated to partnering with clients to understand their short- and long-term goals and to help build customized financial plans that meet their unique needs. He prioritizes forming strong relationships with clients and their families, focusing on trust, reliability, and competency. Prior to his current role, Frederik worked as a Customer Relationship Associate at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2024. His experience includes client interactions and support within the investment services sector. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Frederik has interests in football, golf, music, and skiing.

Alexander Mlodzinski is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2014 and Bank of America since 2019. He also has prior experience teaching at Quinsigamond Community College. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Emily Domash is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Worcester, MA, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. She has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2018. Prior to that, she spent one year at the Insurance Center of New England. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and market simulations.

Matthew Lemire is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles with the Town of Millbury and the International Baccalaureate Organization, as well as a long tenure at Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School. 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 a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced operational and research tools.

Connor Bacon is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he currently supports local families in building financial plans tailored to their goals. He collaborates with clients to understand their priorities and identify strategies that meet their unique needs. Connor has been with Fidelity Investments since 2021, progressing through roles including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Planning Consultant, and Investment Consultant before becoming a Financial Consultant in 2026. This experience has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of financial planning and client relationship management.