John Doscher is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on generating income, prudent growth, and tax efficiencies for his clients by utilizing Merrill model portfolios alongside selected independent managers for specialized investments. His client base includes corporate executives, attorneys, accountants, entrepreneurs, and multiple generations of families across more than 15 states, most of whom are focused on retirement planning and wealth preservation. With decades of experience in institutional and advisory roles, John has specialized expertise in employee stock option and executive compensation programs. He collaborates closely with clients’ CPAs and attorneys to integrate tax minimization and estate planning strategies and provides access to residential and securities-based lending through Bank of America. His background in sociology and anthropology supports his approach to understanding clients’ personal concerns and family dynamics, often involving both spouses and grown children in the financial planning process. John holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Denver and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He is an active member of the Greater Danbury Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce and participates in community activities sponsored by Bank of America. Outside of work, John enjoys spinning, skiing, snowshoeing, tennis, and traveling to Spain and Puerto Rico.

John Hirschauer is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 39 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 designation and previously worked for Crown Capital Securities, LP for 23 years before joining LPL Financial in 2024. 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 advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and research to provide discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Charles Meade is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 47 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial since 2009 and with its affiliate Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 1999. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of Nutmeg Investment Group, Inc., a support company. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports a broad network of advisors with specialized municipal and public-finance offerings.

Samuel Kingston is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2024, he held positions at firms including HashWorks Digital Industries, Kingston Energy LLC—where he served as CEO of his consulting business—and several energy asset management and capital firms. He is a board member and 14% shareholder of Sociedad Agricola Santa Sara S.A., an agriculture business based in Casablanca, VA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 advisors.

Sharon Vaupen is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. She has been with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2018 and joined Wells Fargo Clearing in 2025. Her prior work experience includes roles at Starbucks and FixturePronto. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets, employing over 14,000 financial advisors and providing both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Patrick Naughton is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and over 34 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2011 and has worked at Webster Investment Services, Inc. since 1999. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Imad Afiouni is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with EPIC Homes LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with additional brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

James Maloney is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he focuses on understanding clients' financial priorities and works closely with them to identify and achieve their financial goals through personalized planning strategies. His expertise areas include education planning, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. James holds a Bachelor's Degree and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Pace University. He carries the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional responsibilities, James volunteers as a basketball coach, bringing a similar level of attention and dedication to his community involvement as he does in his work with clients. He aims to serve as a financial resource for his clients by looking at their complete financial picture and designing customized plans to help attain both essential and aspirational financial goals.

Maie Ibrahim is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 23 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Fidelity Investments for seven years before joining LPL in 2018. Ibrahim also serves as a fiduciary for an irrevocable trust and is a commissioned notary. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, employing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Timothy Nuland is a financial advisor at Merrill with 42 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 2004 and Bank of America since 2009. 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 supported by internal and third-party teams, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Carol Crain is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Bethel, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Primerica Advisors since 1996 and Primerica Financial Services since 1995. Crain previously served on the Board of Finance for the United Congregational Church. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, providing model-delivery strategies and limited discretionary separately managed account options to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure while delegating trading responsibilities to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Joseph Rusin is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Carmel, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and offering 34 years of industry experience. He has worked with Linsco Private Ledger since 2006. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by research and a variety of portfolio management options.

Larry Arinsburg is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth, Inc. with 44 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked in the field since 1981, including 21 years at American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. Outside of his advisory roles, he operates a sole proprietorship providing insurance sales and policy maintenance, and also works as a tax preparer. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base of retail and institutional investors through a large network of affiliated advisors and offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, including financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs advanced asset-allocation tools and supports various account management styles, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios.

Robert Angevine is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. for 21 years. In addition to advising, he prepares income tax returns seasonally. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers comprehensive brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing various tools and third-party providers to construct diversified portfolios managed on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

James Carrion is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Brewster, NY, holding a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at Hudson Valley Credit Union and HVCU, with earlier experience at McDonald's and as a student. He also serves as a notary and relationship manager at Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union. 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, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Jie Huang is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, bringing seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Huang held roles at E*TRADE Securities and several other firms. Outside of advisory work, Huang is involved as a sole proprietor and partner in multiple investment-related business ventures, including retail and real estate enterprises. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs focused on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Benjamin Dubinski is a CFP® professional with 17 years of experience in financial services. He currently works at Cetera and has previous experience with firms such as Wells Fargo and Mass Mutual. Outside of his advisory role, he also works as an insurance broker providing consultation and sales of Medicare Health Insurance plans. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC 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 through a multi-manager platform with access to various investment strategies and third-party managers.

Richard Streisfeld is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley who holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers planning services primarily in an advisory capacity without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Thomas D'avanzo is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he specializes in creating personalized financial plans that address the unique goals of his clients. His approach involves working closely with individuals to define and prioritize their objectives, resulting in financial roadmaps aimed at minimizing risk, maximizing profitability, preserving assets, and reducing financial uncertainty. Thomas has expertise in areas including college education planning, divorce transition planning, employee benefits planning, family wealth management strategies, portfolio management services, small business strategies, women and wealth, and retirement income. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Business Administration from Manhattan University. Thomas is fluent in Russian and English. Beyond his professional work, Thomas is involved in community organizations such as the Brookfield Economic Development Commission, the Brookfield, CT Lion's Club, the Greater Danbury Connecticut Chamber of Commerce, and the Knights of Columbus. He also volunteers with the Brookfield Food Bank and the Brookfield, CT Volunteer Fire Department. His personal interests include boxing, golfing, ice hockey, music, rock climbing, surfing, and yoga.

Michael Martucci is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Danbury, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and over 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2013 to 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap‑fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party analytics.