Christina Lashua is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 25 years of industry experience. She has held her current role at Edward Jones since 2005 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of financial advisors and branches.

Christopher Griffin is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he is the author of multiple science fiction novels, including a published time travel/action adventure novel and currently writing additional works. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Emily Kenary is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 16 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering 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 discovery processes and proprietary planning tools in its services.

Daniel Grammel is a financial advisor at Merrill with 44 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 2009 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he recently obtained EMT certification and plans to work as an EMT one day a week. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Dennis Arnone is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), reflecting his commitment to providing tailored financial guidance. Dennis earned a Bachelor's Degree from Saint Michaels College. His expertise includes investment advisory services and wealth management, supporting clients in achieving their financial goals through strategic planning and personalized advice.

Julie Sullivan is a financial advisor with Cetera and holds a Series 66 designation. She has two years of industry experience and is based in Worcester, MA. Prior to her current role, she has been involved with Archstone Financial since 2021, where she serves as Client Services Manager. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diverse investment management options through a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party model portfolios, discretionary and non-discretionary authorities, and various program structures.

Graham Merk is a CFP® and ChFC® with 49 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and has previously worked at firms including Cetera Advisors and Securities America. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as treasurer and board member at the First Baptist Church of Holden and volunteers as an instructor with AFES. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent financial professionals.

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.

Anne Ford is a financial advisor at Merrill with 15 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Inc. since 2010. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

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 at LPL Financial with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network. McDavitt has also operated McDavitt Wealth Management since 2014. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

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®-certified financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with LPL Financial and has held prior positions at Mercantile Private Wealth Management, Grove Point Advisors LLC, and Morgan Stanley. He serves as a board member for the Paxton Little League, a nonprofit organization. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, combining discretionary and non-discretionary management with model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Gerald Johnson Jr. is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at VOYA Financial Advisors and has been associated with Vista Financial Group since 1997. In addition to his advisory work, he operates as an independent insurance agent specializing in fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services through a large network of independent advisors and utilizes a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary program options.

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 Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Uber, Lyft, and involvement in an international food market and deli business. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts.

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. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2007, also working at Bank of America N.A. since 2011. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a broad client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

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.