Marc Panaro is a CFP® professional with 27 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Capital Analysts and has held previous roles at Lincoln Investment, Legend Advisory Corporation, and Legend Equities Corporation. Capital Analysts serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, trusts, foundations, businesses, and charitable organizations. The firm offers portfolio management, custom and model portfolios, access to third-party managers, and retirement-plan advice through a nationwide network of advisors and dedicated investment management teams.

Nicholas Pontrello is a financial advisor at Lincoln Investment with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to his advisory role, he held positions at Perry's Ice Cream Co., Inc., Kenny Enterprises, and several other companies. Nicholas is based in Amherst, NY. Lincoln Investment Planning, LLC is a large enterprise advisory and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, trusts, charities, and retirement plans. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management, and access to third-party managers, supported by an in-house Investment Management & Research team that develops strategic model portfolios and adaptive investment strategies.

Thomas Youngman is a financial advisor with Guardian Life in Buffalo, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Guardian Life since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Vice Chair of Membership, PR, and Branding on the board of the Wanakah Country Club. Guardian Life’s Park Avenue® Wealth Management provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm combines advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and offers a range of financial planning, consulting, and digital advisory solutions tailored to client needs.

Jacob Kuebel is a financial advisor at Empower Advisory Group with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Equitable Advisors, LLC. Outside of finance, his background includes roles in community organizations and educational institutions. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, along with Empower Premier IRA and retail brokerage account holders. The firm’s integrated service model leverages proprietary and third-party methodologies focused on long-term portfolio returns and is closely tied to Empower’s recordkeeping and administrative platforms.

Michael Constantino is a Series 63-licensed financial advisor with Lincoln Investment in Amherst, NY, bringing 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Lincoln Investment since 2017 and previously held roles at Legend Advisory Corporation and Legend Equities Corporation. In addition to his advisory duties, he is involved in marketing, research, and appointment setting as a sales assistant. Lincoln Investment Planning, LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, trusts, charities, and corporate and ERISA retirement plans, with a particular history of working with educators and 403(b) and 457(b) plan participants. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management services, supported by an in-house Investment Management & Research team that develops strategic model portfolios and adaptive strategies.

Robert Leombruno Jr is a financial advisor with Valic Financial Advisors in Williamsville, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 18 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Agia and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company. He is also the owner of Max Property Development, managing a multi-unit residential property. Valic Financial Advisors serves primarily U.S. individuals, including high net worth clients and employer-sponsored retirement participants, providing portfolio management and financial planning through a large network of advisors. The firm uses discretionary unified managed accounts and offers tax-aware and ESG overlay services, operating at scale with approximately $29.2 billion in assets under management.

Pamela Hintermeier Abati is a financial advisor with VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc., holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 38 years of industry experience. She has been with VOYA Financial Advisors since 2014 and operates a tax preparation business that she has run since 1980. Additionally, she is an independent insurance agent specializing in fixed life and health insurance products. VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. serves individual clients, including high-net-worth individuals, as well as pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management services through a large network of advisors, employing both in-house and external strategies supported by technology-enabled tools.

Adam Hammer is a Series 66 licensed advisor with 12 years of industry experience. He currently works at Kestra Advisory Services, LLC, joining in 2026 after prior roles at Commonwealth Financial Network and Hammer Financial Group. Outside of advising, he is an author of investment-related books including *Learn Investing Now! How You Can Create an Effective Strategy in a World of Inflation, Volatility and War!*. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to institutional and individual clients, offering fiduciary consulting, plan-level investment advice, and access to multiple management platforms. The firm serves a diverse client base, including large institutional investors and sovereign wealth funds, managing approximately $79.8 billion in assets.

Edward Burgio III is a financial advisor at Independent Financial Partners with 16 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Independent Financial Partners since 2019, with prior experience at Key Investment Services LLC. Outside of his primary role, he owns Harbor Wealth Advisors, a financial advising business. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm supports a multi-advisor platform serving individual, charitable, corporate, and high-net-worth clients, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management with a notable focus on retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting.

Gregory Holgate is a financial advisor with HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. in Buffalo, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 21 years of industry experience. He has been with HSBC Securities since 2009. HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. offers managed account programs to a diverse client base including individuals, retirement accounts, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm’s investment approach includes both client-directed and fully discretionary portfolios, utilizing model risk profiles and a combination of strategic and tactical asset allocation supported by affiliated and third-party providers.

Thomas Naples is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and holds a Series 66 designation. He has three years of industry experience and has previously worked at Park Avenue Securities. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in insurance sales with Guardian Life. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and advisory services to individuals, businesses, and organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, combining advisor-led and model-based strategies with access to insurance and alternative investment products.

Christopher Moribella is a financial advisor with Lincoln Investment in Amherst, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 40 years of industry experience. He has worked at Lincoln Investment since 2017, following eight years at Legend Advisory Corporation and 31 years at Legend Equities Corporation. Lincoln Investment Planning, LLC is a large enterprise investment advisory and broker-dealer that serves individual and high-net-worth clients, trusts, charities, and retirement plans, with a history of working with educators and 403(b) and 457(b) program participants. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management, and advisor-led consulting supported by an in-house Investment Management & Research team that develops strategic and adaptive model portfolios.

Jeffrey Kney is a CFP® professional with 24 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Lincoln Investment since 2017. His previous roles include positions at Legend Advisory Corporation and Legend Equities Corporation. Lincoln Investment Planning, LLC is a large enterprise advisory and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, trusts, charities, and retirement plans. The firm employs a blend of advisor-led consulting and model portfolio management supported by an in-house investment research team, with a longstanding focus on educators and participants in 403(b) and 457(b) programs.

James Gomez is a financial advisor with HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. based in Buffalo, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and nine years of industry experience. He has been dual-hatted as a Bank Officer for HSBC Bank (USA) N.A., an affiliate of his current firm, engaging in the sale of bank-related products alongside his role as a registered representative. His entire career has been with HSBC entities since 2016. HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. offers managed account programs to individuals, retirement accounts, charitable organizations, and corporations, featuring client-directed and discretionary options. The firm employs a structured investment process with multiple risk profiles and collaborates with affiliated and third-party providers for asset management, fund selection, and administrative services.

Lauren Cecchini is a financial advisor at Lincoln Investment with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Lincoln Investment, she worked at Fidelity Investments and was involved in several entrepreneurial ventures including automotive detailing and related businesses. Lincoln Investment Planning, LLC serves a broad client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, trusts, charities, and retirement plans, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and access to third-party managers. The firm’s investment approach is supported by an in-house research team that constructs strategic model portfolios and adaptive strategies, with many client relationships remaining advisor-led and tailored to client objectives.

Kristy Toye is a financial advisor at Key Investment Services LLC with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Key Investment Services and Key Bank NA through her career. Key Investment Services LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser and wrap-fee program sponsor serving individuals, trusts, estates, small businesses, and institutional plan clients. The firm offers model-based advisory products and portfolio management through a multi-provider platform, integrating services from KeyCorp affiliates and third-party managers.

Timothy Keller is a financial advisor with Equity Services, Inc. and holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 43 years of industry experience and has previously worked at National Life Group, Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company, and Guardian Life, among others. He is also a managing director at two fixed insurance product firms, NPA Financial and The Vermont Agency. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm offers multiple advisory platforms, often utilizing third-party asset managers and a mix of long-term and shorter-term investment strategies.

Albert Erni Sr. is a financial advisor with Key Investment Services LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and Merrill. Outside of advising, he serves as a board member for Child & Family Services and is involved with Wall Street Sound, a recording studio and copyright holder. Key Investment Services LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser offering portfolio management and model-based advisory products to individuals, trusts, estates, small businesses, and institutional clients through a network of financial professionals. The firm employs a multi-provider model and integrates services from KeyCorp affiliates, delivering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions.

John Scioli is a financial advisor with Lincoln Investment in Amherst, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 31 years of industry experience. He has worked at Lincoln Investment since 2017 and previously spent over two decades with Legend Equities Corporation and Legend Advisory Corporation. Outside of his advisory role, he is president of John Scioli Inc., an accounting revenue capture entity. Lincoln Investment Planning, LLC is a large enterprise advisory and broker-dealer serving individual and high-net-worth investors, trusts, charities, and corporate and ERISA retirement plans. The firm offers financial planning, advisor-led consulting, and portfolio management through model portfolios and third-party managers, supported by an in-house Investment Management & Research team.

Dominic Velardi is a financial advisor with Lincoln Investment in Buffalo, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 40 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Legend Advisory Corporation and Legend Equities Corporation spanning over two decades. Lincoln Investment Planning, LLC is a large enterprise advisory and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, trusts, charities, and retirement plans. The firm utilizes an in-house Investment Management & Research team to develop strategic model portfolios and adaptive strategies, offering a combination of advisor-led consulting and firm-managed investment options.