Sammy Azzouz is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Savant Wealth Management since 2026 and previously worked at Heritage Financial Services, Inc. for 13 years. Savant Wealth Management provides comprehensive wealth management, portfolio management, financial planning, and family office services to individuals, families, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and high-net-worth clients. The firm employs a blend of evidence-based, model-driven asset allocation and actively managed strategies, supported by in-house capabilities including accounting, legal, and trust services.

Christopher Lund is a CFP® professional with 34 years of industry experience, currently serving at Carson Wealth. His career includes roles with firms such as Lincoln Investment and Capital Analysts Inc. Outside of advising, he engages in public speaking and serves as treasurer for a homeowners association in Killington, VT. Carson Wealth operates as an enterprise platform overseeing approximately $50.6 billion through more than 650 advisors, offering discretionary asset management, financial planning, and retirement plan services. The firm’s investment approach is guided by an Investment Committee that manages model portfolios and provides customized solutions including alternative investments and third-party sub-advisors.

Philip Crawford Jr. is a financial advisor at Citizens Securities, Inc. with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Citizens Securities in two separate periods since 2015. He also has experience at Clarfeld beginning in 2019. Citizens Securities serves a broad retail client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors and individual retirement plans. The firm offers investment advisory programs, brokerage, and insurance services, including a digital advisory program that uses proprietary algorithms to recommend ETF-based portfolios.

Shadrack Frempong is a CFP® professional with one year of experience at Mariner and ten years previously at Cerity Partners LLC. He is based in Franklin, MA. Mariner serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, trusts, charitable organizations, corporations, and private funds, offering investment management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to pooled vehicles and third-party managers. The firm employs discretionary, customized portfolios supported by in-house research and third-party managers, alongside integrated tax and accounting services and unique administrative family office capabilities.

Katharine Blinn is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with a Series 66 designation and beginning industry experience. She has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2026 and previously held roles with Joshua Bublitz and Crius Energy. Outside of advising, she is involved with Gilded Lily Events. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients by providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs. The firm utilizes both third-party investment managers and its own advisory representatives to implement a variety of investment solutions tailored to client risk tolerance and goals.

Connor Donnelly is an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2026. His responsibilities include understanding clients' priorities and retirement expectations to support their financial planning needs. Connor collaborates with clients to develop personalized financial plans, implement appropriate strategies, and make adjustments as their circumstances evolve. Connor's experience at Fidelity Investments spans several roles, including Investment Solutions Representative II (2025-2026), Investment Solution Representative I (2024-2025), and Customer Relationship Advocate (2022-2024). This progression reflects his accumulated expertise in investment solutions and client relationship management. Outside of his professional work, Connor enjoys attending concerts, hiking, and traveling.

Nicholas Pellechio is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Fidelity with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held roles at DoorDash, Robert Half, TEK Systems, and the University of Rhode Island. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and discretionary management solutions.

Bennett Hicks is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in Smithfield, RI, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and two years of industry experience. His work background includes roles at Parsons Capital Management and Cheetah Capital, and he serves as a Level 1 referee for USA Hockey. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Kyle Brough is a CFP® professional with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving at Fidelity. He has worked with Fidelity Investments since 2025 and with FIDELITY Brokerage Services LLC since 2015. He is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, as well as registered investment companies. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, including the use of model portfolios built from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Carl Baton is an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2026. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2023, progressing through roles including Investment Solutions Representative I and II, as well as Customer Relationship Advocate. In his current position, Carl partners with clients to understand their short and long-term financial goals and helps build customized financial plans tailored to their unique needs. Carl emphasizes forming strong relationships with his clients and their families, prioritizing trust, reliability, and competency in his work. His experience encompasses client relationship management and investment solutions within the financial services industry. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Carl's personal interests include attending concerts, fitness activities, exploring food, running, playing tennis, and traveling.

Karen Melo Ticas is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. Her work history includes roles at Mass Mutual Investors Services, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, Metlife Securities Inc., Mariner, New England Securities, and Signator Investors, Inc. She is also the owner of Planning for Good, a financial services DBA. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse range of individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services through multiple platforms and proprietary model strategies.

Benjamin Tuck is a financial advisor at Fidelity with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held positions at Whole Foods Market, SOLGUD Robotics, Lowes, and worked at UMASS Amherst and UMASS Lowell. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including advisory work for Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Kyle Brow is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and two years of industry experience. He previously worked at Granite Links, a semi-private golf club, where he also served as a bartender during events. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios including mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Stephen Gentile is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 28 years of industry experience. He previously worked at NEXT Financial Group for 14 years and Ceres Financial Group, Inc. for 5 years. His credentials include Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools and a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Christopher Lombardi is an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2026. He works closely with clients to understand their short and long-term financial goals and develops customized financial plans to meet their unique needs. Building strong relationships with clients and their families is a central focus of his approach. Christopher has been with Fidelity Investments since 2022, progressing through several roles including Customer Relationship Advocate, High Net Worth Service Associate, and Investment Solutions Representative at various levels. His experience spans client relationship management and investment solutions. He holds an Arkansas Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Christopher enjoys camping, hiking, outdoor adventures, and snowboarding.

John Merullo is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2025. He previously served as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2024 to 2025, Assistant Vice President and Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2021 to 2024, and Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual in 2020. John focuses on enhancing clients' financial well-being by developing strategies that address the complexities of accumulating, maintaining, and distributing wealth. He emphasizes diligence and honesty in his collaborative approach to financial consulting. Outside of his professional work, John has interests in fitness, football, golf, and volunteering.

Benjamin Lobel is a financial advisor at Fidelity with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked in various roles including at Alku and Element Productions, where he was involved in administrative tasks for a full-service video production company. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers division provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. Their investment approach combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and systematic portfolio construction.

Kayla Nitti is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Northwestern Mutual and diverse experience at the University of Rhode Island and Sage Eldercare. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors, with a focus on systematic portfolio construction using proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic methods.

Chris Eldridge is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2026. Prior to this role, he accumulated experience within Fidelity Investments as an Investment Consultant from 2024 to 2026, a Financial Representative from 2023 to 2024, a High Net Worth Associate in 2023, and a Customer Relationship Advocate from 2022 to 2023. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, Chris focuses on financial planning by working collaboratively with clients to develop personalized plans that align with their goals and preferences. He employs a patient and structured approach aimed at helping clients understand how their current decisions impact their long-term financial objectives. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Chris has interests in boating, fitness, golf, and skiing.

Dwayne Demond is a CFP® and ChFC® with 29 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2016, following a two-year tenure at MetLife Securities Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in managing an LLC for branding his financial services practice. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers by providing financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars. The firm focuses on collaborative annual planning engagements that analyze client goals using firm-approved tools and offers various investment-related programs and services.