Francesca Debonis is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Middlebury, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, she worked with Bergamo Tax & Accounting Services and UBS Realty Investors. She is a business owner of FD Realty LLC and serves as a notary in addition to her tax preparation and accounting work. 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 offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to model portfolios and third-party asset managers.

Christopher Fry is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Southington, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2004. Outside of his advisory role, Fry is the CEO and CFO of Watermark Management Partners, LLC, where he provides direct leadership and manages financial responsibilities. He is also a Notary Public in the state of Connecticut. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income services that include written Recommendation Reports and ongoing annual planning focused on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm’s retirement income offering involves a centralized service team and operates within a defined investment universe influenced by affiliated product relationships.

Nicholas Guiditta III is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 27 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he owns two real estate businesses in Connecticut. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients. It offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides retirement income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Stuart Pearl is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2004, following prior roles at Main Street Management Company and Osaic FS, Inc. In addition to his advising work, he is involved in a tax preparation and accounting business based in Hamden, CT. 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with a focus on both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies.

Suzanne Macero is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 17 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2010. Outside of advising, she works as a banquet server with Vyne LLC. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm provides a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Francois Marquis is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Merrill, Citigroup Global Markets, and Vanguard Advisers prior to joining LPL Financial in 2013. He is also associated with Valenti Wealth Management in Farmington, CT, as a DBA. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives to individuals, retirement plans, banks, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, utilizing both in-house research and third-party strategies.

Alexander Cass is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at UBS since 2015. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and discretionary portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client strategies.

Mark Potocsny is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Wells Fargo Clearing, and A.G. Edwards & Sons. Potocsny operates PFG Wealth Management Inc., an investment-related business affiliated with LPL. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions through a broad range of advisory and brokerage services. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with advanced research tools and a wide range of investment options.

Alexander Bauer is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. He has held his current position at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2012. Bauer holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and is based in Southbury, CT. 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 strategies developed by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Paul Aquila is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial since 2009 and has worked with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 1999. Aquila is also the owner of Shoreview Wealth Management, a business where he dedicates significant time. 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, corporations, and institutions. The firm employs a non-discretionary approach tailored to client goals and supports various advisory programs and specialized services, including public finance and SIMPLE IRA consulting.

Scott Berney is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Lincoln Financial Securities for nine years. Berney is also involved with the Nutmeg Advisory Group and the Berney Insurance Group, both related to investment and insurance services. 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 financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, combining a broad range of advisory and non-advisory financial services.

John Picard is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 63 designation and over 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 1994. Outside of his advisory role, Picard serves on multiple boards, including as Chairman of the Tweed New Haven Airport Board of Directors and as a member of the Town of Madison Board of Finance. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, offering tailored, research-supported recommendations through a centralized consulting team. The firm combines advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions within a large institutional framework.

Gary Beane is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation for 21 years and Veravest Investment Advisors, Inc. for one year. Outside of advising, he is involved in real estate sales and rentals as well as insurance sales. 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 a range of advisory and brokerage services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and access to third-party asset managers.

Jonathan Johnson is a Senior Vice President and Senior Financial Advisor at the Farmington Merrill Lynch Wealth Management office. He works directly with clients to establish quantifiable financial goals and assists in developing long-term financial strategies. Jonathan has been in the financial services industry for over 30 years, with more than 27 years at Merrill Lynch. He was appointed to the State of Connecticut Teachers Retirement Board in 2008. Jonathan holds a Bachelor's Degree from Central Connecticut State University and a Master's Degree in Finance from the University of Connecticut. He also holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. His areas of expertise include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Beyond his professional role, Jonathan has been a board member for Amy's Angels, a nonprofit organization, since 2015. He continues to contribute to his community through his involvement with the Connecticut State Retirement Board and Amy's Angels.

Michael Samoska Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Farmington, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. and AXA Advisors, LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives, with a range of investment programs and platforms supported by research and technology.

Robert Taylor Jr. is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 1994. Outside of his advisory role, he is the managing member of BeckTaylor Music, LLC, and the author of a workbook titled "Creating Your Power List-Find Your Ultimate Occupation." Ameriprise is a large institutional firm offering retirement-income planning services focused on individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm provides a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored retirement income recommendations.

Jennifer Waldron is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Ameriprise in Berlin, CT, bringing 11 years of industry experience. She has worked at Ameriprise since 2018, including its affiliated entities, and previously operated her own advisory business. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the Board of Directors for the Connecticut Financial Planning Association, acts as a Girl Scouts troop leader, and co-chairs the pro bono committee for the FPA's financial literacy initiatives. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies. The firm delivers personalized, algorithm-supported recommendations through a centralized consulting team working alongside financial advisors.

Nicholas Drew is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he provides personalized wealth management guidance to help clients build, preserve, and transition their assets. He focuses on understanding each client's financial goals, risk tolerance, and priorities to deliver disciplined strategies based on long-term planning and sound investment principles. Nicholas leverages Merrill Lynch's research, resources, and technology to design customized portfolios, support retirement and tax-efficient planning, and assist clients in navigating complex financial decisions. He holds professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Nicholas earned a Bachelor's Degree from Keene State College. His client focus areas include college education planning, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Outside of his professional work, Nicholas is involved with St. Jude's and enjoys a variety of personal interests such as basketball, football, gardening, golfing, hiking, skiing, soccer, spending time with family, and woodworking.

Jennifer Leblanc is a Series 63 credentialed financial advisor with 28 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously spent three years at A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Timothy Cahill is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 28 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and City National Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on committees for the Valley Shore YMCA and the Ray School Corporation, focusing on community and educational initiatives. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse range of clients including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, incorporating a variety of investment managers and strategies.