Michael Deorocki is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets in Albany, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2014. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with tailored investment strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers, supported by RBC’s extensive capital markets and affiliated asset management resources.

James Watkinson is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at both RBC Capital Markets since 2009 and City National Bank since 2016. Watkinson serves on the boards of two nonprofit organizations in Albany, NY, including the Northeastern Association for the Blind Albany and St Catherine's Center for Children. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with tailored investment strategies implemented through in-house and third-party managers, supported by integrated capital markets and asset management capabilities.

Jonathan Mulligan is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with four years of industry experience, currently with Cetera. He has worked previously at Raymond James Financial Services and Ameriprise, among other firms. Outside of his role at Cetera, he manages Legacy Wealth Planning Group, where he oversees financial planning and portfolio management. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered firm that serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diversified investment programs and financial planning services through a nationwide network of independent advisors.

Brandon Glasser is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Albany, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Citizens Securities, Citizens Bank, and Trustco Bank. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm uses a combination of quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence, incorporating an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Mitchell Hansen is a financial advisor at Cetera with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 designation and has worked at Cetera and Cetera Investment Services LLC since 2019. Prior to his advisory roles, he held positions at Foresters Financial Services, the Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities, and had experience in home improvements and food service. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with various program options and affiliations.

Michael Shapiro is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. Before joining Cetera, he worked at Voya Financial Advisors for seven years. He is also senior vice president of Professional Planning Group and operates as an independent insurance agent in Albany, NY. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services and utilizes a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party managers.

Ryan Wade is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 66 license, with 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2025 and previously spent 18 years with Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. He also operates Steven Tennant, a business he has been involved with since 2005. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research from LPL and third-party subadvisors.

Francis Zovistoski is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 25 years of industry experience. He is currently with OSAIC and previously worked at Securities America Advisors, Securities America, and Securities Service Network. He is also a partner at UHY LLP and serves in multiple management roles at related UHY entities. Outside of his advisory work, he holds board and committee positions with the Double H Ranch nonprofit and Eastern New York Angels, where he participates in business guidance and governance oversight. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm integrates brokerage and advisory services, utilizing tools such as asset-allocation models, risk assessments, and third-party managed accounts to construct portfolios across a variety of asset classes.

Joseph Lindner is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with LPL Financial in Clifton Park, NY, bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2016 and also maintains a role at Pioneer Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he is a part owner of a not-for-profit hunting club. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives.

Katherine Spratt is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Latham, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 11 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Janney Montgomery Scott LLC and Merrill. 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 provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios and research from various sources.

Kervin Alcindor is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Aarons. 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 strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional plans.

Lilien Woolbert is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, Lilien worked at Trustco Bank and has a diverse background including roles in homemaking and managing a pet-related business. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and systematic portfolio construction across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Joseph Milanese Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His background includes roles at Albany Financial Group and prior experience in hospitality and education sectors. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Kenneth Woods is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked within various Fidelity entities since 2007. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage investments.

Frederick Disbrow is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. and Citizens Securities, Inc. prior to his current role. Based in Albany, NY, he has been with J.P. Morgan since 2021. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Edward Kitchell is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Saratoga Springs, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 2000 and owns Kitchell & Associates, Inc., through which he is involved in sales of investment-related and other home-related products. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, providing model-delivery strategies and a limited number of separately managed account options primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm uses a tiered wrap-fee structure and curates third-party asset managers to implement its investment models.

James LaCour is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2022, progressing through various consultant positions including Planning Consultant and Investment Consultant. Prior to Fidelity, James served as a Registered Representative at Equity Services, Inc and as a Financial Advisor at Thoroughbred Advisors from 2020 to 2022. James empowers clients to make informed financial decisions by engaging them through a structured three-step process that includes personal and professional understanding, collaborative planning, and tailored recommendations. His approach emphasizes client confidence in their financial plans. In his personal time, James enjoys board games, family activities, golf, painting, parenthood, and caring for pets.

John Manne II is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Latham, NY. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has seven years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc., Northwestern Mutual, and R.J. McNamara Financial. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving 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 and advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Austin Deskewicz is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2022, he worked in the hospitality and sports sectors for ten years. Deskewicz coaches lacrosse with roles at Albany Academy and other local organizations. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning and advisory programs, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by extensive research and technology resources.

Derek Bell is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been involved with Bell Financial LLC and Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc. for over 20 years. Outside of his advisory role, he manages tax preparation and accounting services through Bell Financial. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and technology tools.