Julian Zapata is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2026, he held roles at Citibank, as well as various positions outside finance including culinary and hospitality work. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts.

Krista Collins is a Vice President and Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2024. She works closely with individuals and their families to develop investment and planning strategies aligned with their current financial goals and future aspirations. Krista invests significant time at the outset of each client relationship to gain a clear understanding of both their near-term priorities and long-term objectives. This approach enables her to support clients in pursuing important milestones and legacy plans. Her career in financial services includes roles as Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2024, Financial Consultant from 2016 to 2022, and Investment Consultant from 2014 to 2016. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Krista worked as a Client Service Associate at Edelman Financial Services from 2012 to 2014, and she spent nearly a decade at Equisearch Services in both client relationship and administrative roles. Krista's professional experience reflects a continuous commitment to client service and financial consulting, focusing on personalized investment strategies and long-term financial planning.

Lisa Cerbone Montalto is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Ridgefield, Connecticut. She leads the MDCL Group and the healthcare professional and Financial Life Benefits initiative, focusing on serving physicians, medical professionals, healthcare executives, and their families. Lisa applies her experience in healthcare and financial services to help clients simplify their financial lives and achieve their goals with greater knowledge and confidence. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch, Lisa spent over two decades in healthcare administration and medical education. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Government from Wesleyan University and a Master's degree in Health Services Administration from the University of Michigan. Lisa maintains multiple professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Lisa is actively involved in her community, advising the Abbott Technical High School Leos Club and volunteering with various Lions Clubs and vision-related organizations in Fairfield and New Haven Counties. She also contributes to youth music programs in Danbury, Connecticut. Lisa is a member of several professional organizations including the American College of Healthcare Executives, the American Public Health Association, and the Financial Planning Association. Fluent in English and Spanish, she resides in Brookfield, Connecticut with her family.

Mark Khorram is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in Chappaqua, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. His background includes roles at the University of Rhode Island, Hines Global Real Estate Investment Manager, and various other organizations. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors, and employs a systematic investment process that combines fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Justin Getts is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Guardian Life and Woodbury Financial Services. 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 provides advisory and brokerage services through a broad network of representatives, offering financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

James Bova is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 36 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked previously at Securities America Advisors, Inc., Securities America, Inc., and Securities Service Network Inc. Bova is also involved in insurance sales, including variable annuities, on a commission basis. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers and wrap programs. The firm uses various asset-allocation tools and portfolio management techniques to support client investment needs.

Pamela Ciccone is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. She holds a Series 66 designation and has four years of industry experience, including prior roles at Union Savings Bank Wealth Management. She is also involved with Union Savings Bank in a financial institution capacity. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and investment consulting using analytical tools and supports its clients through a broad advisor network and affiliated advisory firms.

Russell Karpf is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes seven years at LPL Financial and ten years at Ameriprise Financial Services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored non-discretionary planning and employs analytical tools such as risk profiling and probability modeling, supporting clients through advisory programs and other providers.

Randall Watsek is a CFP® and CFA® with 15 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates. He previously worked at Dalton, Greiner, Hartman, Maher & Co., LLC for 13 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is an author and editor of poetry and literary books and acts as a trustee responsible for managing a family trust. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional advisory services supported by a wide range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Nick Kounios is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Mount Kisco, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and over 23 years of industry experience. He has been with OSAIC since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in tax preparation and planning through Pinnacle Taxx Inc and serves on the board of directors of a nonprofit organization providing continuing education to tax professionals. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools and a range of investment options to manage portfolios on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Riley Juenger is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms, including Wells Fargo Clearing Services, Cornerstone Wealth Management, and LPL Financial, before joining Raymond James. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a broad client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and municipal entities, and offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Maria Castellon is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 27 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2019, following three years at Wells Fargo Advisors. J.P. Morgan Securities 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.

Gary Meyerer is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 46 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Securities America Advisors and National Planning Corporation. He is also licensed as a life and variable insurance agent. OSAIC serves a wide range of clients, including retail and institutional investors, by offering integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to various managed account solutions. The firm employs multiple investment platforms and third-party services to construct diversified portfolios, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

David Schneider is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 15 years of experience in the financial industry. He is currently with Morgan Stanley, where he has worked since 2020, following a seven-year tenure at JP Morgan Securities LLC. His credentials also include Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Anthony Morales is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with nearly a decade of experience in the financial services industry. He assists families in navigating the complexities of wealth management by creating personalized financial strategies that align with their unique goals and values. Anthony's bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish enables him to effectively serve a diverse range of clients. In his role, Anthony leverages Merrill's extensive research and resources to deliver tailored investment strategies covering areas such as retirement planning, trust and estate strategies, and portfolio management services. He is licensed as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and holds registrations including the SIE, FINRA Series 7 and Series 66. His client focus encompasses family wealth management strategies and managing new wealth. Anthony attended the New York Institute of Technology without degree completion. Outside of his professional work, his personal interests include baseball, basketball, boxing, drawing and sketching, football, golfing, interior decorating, softball, spending time with family, and traveling.

Jose Diaz Jr. is a CFP® professional with 13 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial in Danbury, CT. He has worked with Raymond James since 2013 and has been involved with Union Savings Bank since 2011. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by analytical tools and offers specialized services such as municipal advising and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory programs.

Christopher Leavay is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC and Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of his advisory work, he is associated with Adaptive Wealth Management LLC, a non-investment-related support company. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm provides non-discretionary planning tailored to client goals using various analytical tools and supports a broad advisor network with specialized municipal and retirement plan advisory programs.

Thomas Loftin is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Bethel, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 2022 and has prior experience at Curtis Mallet-Prevost, Colt and Mosle LLP and MTM Technologies Inc. Outside of advising, he is involved in sales of loan products and home-related services through affiliated Primerica companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management primarily through its Lifetime Investment Program, targeting individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm uses third-party asset managers curated through independent due diligence and employs a tiered wrap-fee structure, focusing on retail clients rather than institutional pension or profit-sharing plans.

Carmela Martino is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2007. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning approach involves structured discovery and firm-approved tools, offering a range of retail and institutional investment services.

Pieter Loots is a financial advisor with Merrill in Katonah, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities. Outside of his advisory work, he is an owner and partner in several non-investment businesses, including real estate holdings and an e-commerce venture managed by his wife. Merrill, along 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 charitable organizations.