Maxwell Bobrycki is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) in Dewitt, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Crystal Clear Financial Group LLC and has been affiliated with NYLIFE Securities LLC and New York Life Insurance Co since 2015. Bobrycki serves as a board member of the NAIFA Syracuse chapter, where he organizes meetings and helps increase membership. Eagle Strategies serves individual and institutional clients by providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisors. The firm emphasizes tailored recommendations across various program types and manages the majority of its assets on a non-discretionary basis.

Jordan Hamilton is a financial advisor at Key Investment Services LLC in Syracuse, NY, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Key Investment Services, he worked at Citizens Bank and has additional experience in the telecommunications and retail sectors. 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 multiple wrap programs and utilizes a multi-provider model with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, integrating services from KeyCorp affiliates and third-party managers.

Karsen De Pasquale is a financial advisor at Farther with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Farther, Karsen held roles at Korn Capital Management, DePasquale Capital Inc., and Romero Capital. Outside of financial services, Karsen's work history includes positions at DoorDash, Tim Horton's, D.P. Dough, and Falconer Central School District. Farther provides discretionary investment management and related advisory services primarily to individual investors, trusts, and estates, utilizing a web and mobile platform as well as in-person meetings. The firm’s investment approach is based on Modern Portfolio Theory and employs proprietary model portfolios, algorithmic rebalancing, and a range of investment vehicles including ETFs, mutual funds, and individual equities.

Turkessa Amoah is a financial advisor with Key Investment Services LLC holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at KeyBank, Equitable Advisors, TIAA-CREF, and Edward Jones. 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 plan clients through a network of financial professionals. The firm uses a multi-provider model to deliver its services, integrating offerings from KeyCorp affiliates and emphasizing non-discretionary asset management and percentage-of-AUM wrap fees.

Scott Lombardo is a financial advisor with Key Investment Services LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at KeyBank, LPL Financial, M&T Securities, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Chase Investment Services Corp. 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 plans through a network of financial professionals. The firm employs a multi-provider model with both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, integrating services from KeyCorp affiliates and third-party managers.

Lee Loomis is a financial advisor at Eagle Strategies (NY Life) with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked with New York Life Insurance Co. and NYLIFE Securities, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Loomis serves as an officer for Gideons International, an organization distributing Bibles to various institutions. Eagle Strategies serves a diverse client base that includes individual investors and institutional clients, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm emphasizes tailored recommendations and manages the majority of its assets on a non-discretionary basis within an integrated New York Life affiliate structure.

Christopher Harris is a financial advisor with Lincoln Investment in Syracuse, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 48 years of industry experience. He has worked at Lincoln Investment since 2017 and previously spent over two decades at Legend Equities Corporation and Legend Advisory Corporation. Outside of his advisory work, he is a member and owner of LADY DI LEGEND LLC, a holding company used for payroll purposes. Lincoln Investment Planning, LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, trusts, charities, and retirement plans, with a long history of working with educators and participants in 403(b) and 457(b) programs. The firm offers financial planning, advisor-led consulting, and portfolio management through various model portfolios and third-party managers, supported by an in-house Investment Management & Research team.

Michael Kasch is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) based in Dewitt, NY. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license and has 31 years of industry experience. Kasch has been affiliated with New York Life and its related entities since 2005 and also operates Crystal Clear Financial Group, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he coaches 16U softball and serves as a high school softball umpire in the Syracuse area. Eagle Strategies serves a diverse client base, including individual investors and institutional sponsors, providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm offers multiple program types and emphasizes tailoring solutions to client goals, with the majority of its assets managed on a non-discretionary basis.

Gary Sunada is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) based in Syracuse, NY. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 19 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Eagle Strategies in 2025, he has been associated with NYLIFE Securities since 2007 and New York Life since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in insurance brokering with outside carriers for non-registered insurance products. Eagle Strategies serves a diverse client base including individual investors and institutional clients by providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm offers multiple program types emphasizing tailored recommendations and manages the majority of its assets on a non-discretionary basis.

Brian Schultz is a financial advisor with PlanMember Securities Corporation, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Pinnacle Investments, Private Advisor Group, LPL Financial, and Choice Point Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as Treasurer for the Board of Directors at Bishop Grimes Jr/Sr High School. PlanMember Securities Corporation provides retirement-plan advisory services to employers and plan participants, acting as an ERISA Section 3(38) fiduciary for many plans. The firm offers participant-level investment options through risk-based mutual fund portfolios and supports clients with education, seminars, and personalized planning services.

Scott Hueber is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF in Syracuse, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at TIAA-CREF since 2019 and previously worked at SEI Investments Management Corp and SEI Investments Distribution Co from 2016 to 2019. TIAA‑CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC’s Advice & Planning Services division provides financial planning, discretionary managed account programs, and broker-dealer services primarily to individuals connected to TIAA-administered employer retirement plans, as well as trusts, estates, partnerships, and small retirement plans. The firm separates time-limited planning services from ongoing discretionary management, often utilizing model portfolios or customized portfolios managed under client-approved investment policies.

Paul Colligan is a financial advisor with Oppenheimer, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and Deutsche Bank Securities. Outside of his advisory work, Colligan serves on the advisory board for the University of New Haven’s Micro MBA program and participates in activities with the Concussion Legacy Foundation. Oppenheimer is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, corporations, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and IRAs. The firm offers a broad range of investment and consulting services, managing both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios across equity, balanced, and fixed-income strategies.

Riley La Vancha is a CFP® professional with one year of industry experience, currently serving at Bankers Life Advisory Services, Inc. Prior to this, Riley worked at Rockbridge Investment Management, LLC. Outside of the financial industry, Riley serves on the board of a nonprofit organization, Devins Rec Room, which supports individuals in alcohol or drug recovery in Syracuse, NY. Bankers Life Advisory Services, Inc. is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving mass-affluent and high-net-worth individuals through discretionary portfolio management and investment consulting. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis to tailor asset allocations aligned with clients’ goals, risk tolerances, and time horizons.

Mark Banac is a financial advisor at Bankers Life Advisory Services, Inc. with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with various entities within the Bankers Life group since 2019. In addition to his advisory role, he is an insurance agent licensed to sell life, Medicare, annuity, and health insurance products. Bankers Life Advisory Services, Inc. is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving mass-affluent and high-net-worth individuals with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis to develop tailored portfolios, offering a range of investment strategies implemented across multiple asset classes.

Patrick Newton is a financial advisor with Private Advisor Group, LLC and LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Private Advisor Group since 2013. Newton also sells fixed insurance as part of his business activities. Private Advisor Group serves individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, businesses, and retirement plans by providing portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to various managed account solutions. The firm employs a fiduciary-based advisory model and utilizes technology platforms along with third-party managers and TAMPs to implement investment strategies.

Joseph Bethmann is a financial advisor at Principal Financial Services with 16 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has previously worked at firms including Legacy Financial Group and Associates, Union Financial, and BCA Wealth Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he is also active as a licensed real estate agent. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and business entities. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager solutions through various advisory and promoter arrangements.

John Urrutia is a financial advisor with PlanMember Securities Corporation, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at PlanMember since 2017 and has been self-employed in related investment and insurance services since 2008. Urrutia is also involved in tax preparation and insurance sales through his role with Rooney Group Inc. dba Teachers Tax Service and other affiliated entities. PlanMember Securities Corporation provides retirement-plan advisory services to employers and plan participants, acting as an ERISA Section 3(38) fiduciary and offering participant-level investment options. The firm’s investment approach centers on a top-down strategic asset allocation framework and manages risk-based mutual fund portfolios across conservative to aggressive strategies.

Vicki Brackens is a financial advisor with Stratos Wealth Partners, Ltd and holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has 35 years of industry experience, including prior roles at LPL Financial, LLC, Lincoln Financial Advisors, and MSI Financial Services, Inc. Brackens is involved in a game design project focused on financial literacy in conjunction with Syracuse University and serves as a university advisor for The Lender Center for Social Justice at Syracuse University. Stratos Wealth Partners, Ltd is an SEC-registered enterprise adviser with approximately 379 advisors and $18.6 billion in assets under management, serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, nonprofits, and other institutions. The firm employs an open-architecture approach with independent adviser representatives providing customized portfolio management and financial planning services.

Gabriel Cuello is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 designation and based in Syracuse, NY. He has been with LPL Enterprise since 2026. Prior to his advisory role, Cuello worked in education at SUNY Albany and Jamesville-Dewitt schools. He is also involved with Housing Visions. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutional entities. The firm primarily uses model-driven investment strategies and offers access to third-party asset managers, along with various financial planning and insurance-related services.

Edward Vespa is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in Syracuse, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and having 42 years of industry experience. He has been with MassMutual Life Insurance Company and MassMutual Investors Services since 1996. Outside of advising, he is involved in sales of group life, group health, and disability insurance, as well as life insurance consulting. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides ongoing financial planning, asset management, and educational programs, offering collaborative, goal-focused advisory relationships without discretionary investment authority.