James Serkes is a financial advisor at Orange Investment Advisors, Inc. with 23 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Jefferies & Company, Inc. for eight years and has been with Hudson Valley Investment Advisors, Inc. since 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of Leo's Tavern, a restaurant in Garden City, NY. Orange Investment Advisors, Inc. serves individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and investment consulting. The firm uses a growth-at-a-reasonable-price framework that integrates economic analysis with fundamental and technical research across various asset classes.

Ryan Swanson is a financial advisor with Focused Wealth Management, Inc. in Newburgh, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Focused Wealth Management since 2018 and previously at Securities America, Inc. from 2021 to 2024. Focused Wealth Management provides investment management, financial planning, and consultation services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, charities, municipal entities, pension funds, endowments, and corporations. The firm uses proprietary and quantitative screening methods to guide investment decisions and offers both third-party and proprietary portfolio management programs.

John Del Bene III is a financial advisor at Focused Wealth Management, Inc. in Newburgh, NY. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Focused Wealth Management and affiliated entities since 2024. Prior to his advisory role, he worked at DoorDash and has experience in education and small business operations. Focused Wealth Management provides investment management, financial planning, and consultation services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, charities, municipal entities, pension funds, endowments, and corporations. The firm employs a team-based approach, using proprietary and quantitative methods to manage portfolios with regular monitoring and rebalancing.

Curt Schultzberg is a financial advisor at Orange Investment Advisors, Inc. with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at several firms including Hudson Valley Investment Advisors, TD Ameritrade, and American Portfolios Advisors. Orange Investment Advisors, Inc. serves individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and investment consulting. The firm uses a growth-at-a-reasonable-price (GARP) approach that integrates economic analysis with fundamental and technical research across multiple asset classes.

Steven Maurer is a financial advisor with Orange Investment Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Hudson Valley Investment Advisors and has ownership experience as president of a local dry cleaning business. Maurer is also associated with Mount Peter Ski Area through a decade-long involvement. Orange Investment Advisors provides portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services to individual and institutional clients, including trusts, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes a growth at a reasonable price (GARP) investment approach that combines economic analysis with fundamental and technical research across various asset classes.

David Panebianco is a financial advisor at Orange Investment Advisors, Inc. with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Hudson Valley Investment Advisors, Inc. and AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. Orange Investment Advisors, Inc. serves individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients, providing portfolio management, financial planning, and investment consulting. The firm employs a growth-at-a-reasonable-price (GARP) investment approach and is notable for its affiliation with a bank holding company, management of a registered mutual fund, and above-average assets under management per advisor.

Aaron Glauber is a financial advisor with Park Avenue Investment Advisory, LLC, holding a Series 65 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Guardian Life Insurance Company, CBaum CPA, and SDL Group. Park Avenue Investment Advisory provides fee-based investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, corporations, trusts, foundations, endowments, and retirement plan sponsors. The firm manages client assets on a discretionary basis using model portfolios and third-party investment managers, and offers additional services such as financial planning and ERISA plan consulting.

Zachary Manheim is a financial advisor at Focused Wealth Management, Inc. in Newburgh, NY, with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at OSAIC, Securities America Inc, and New York Life. Focused Wealth Management provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, and consultation services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, charities, municipal entities, pension funds, endowments, and corporations. The firm uses a combination of proprietary and third-party portfolio management programs, with investment decisions overseen by an Investment Management Committee employing quantitative screening and regular account reviews.

Stephen Soper is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with over 21 years of industry experience. He is currently with Orange Investment Advisors, Inc., where he has been since 2026. His prior experience includes roles at Passupsic Financial Advisors, MML Investors Services LLC, and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company. Orange Investment Advisors provides discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, 401(k) consulting, and investment consulting to individual and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes tailored asset allocation with a focus on growth at a reasonable price, using top-down economic analysis alongside fundamental and technical research.

Michael Passante is a CFP® professional with 19 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at Focused Wealth Management, Inc. since 2010 and previously at Securities America, Inc. Prior to his advisory career, he served at Osaic starting in 2024. Focused Wealth Management provides investment management and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, charities, municipalities, and pension funds. The firm uses a disciplined investment approach guided by an Investment Management Committee and manages a substantial client roster through a compact advisory team.

Anthony Di Capua is a financial advisor at Focused Wealth Management, Inc. in Newburgh, NY, with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms, including Securities America and Rhinebeck Bank. Di Capua serves on multiple nonprofit boards, including the SUNY Orange Foundation and the Bardavon Opera House, where he participates in executive and finance committees. Focused Wealth Management, Inc. advises individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional and tax-exempt entities. The firm employs a proprietary quantitative screening process for security selection and offers discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, and consultation services.

Jacob Brett is a financial advisor with Focused Wealth Management, Inc. in Newburgh, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Focused Wealth Management since 2010 and was previously with Securities America, Inc. from 2011 to 2024. Outside of his advisory role, Brett is an investor in a local commercial bakery and serves as chair of the Powelton Club pool. Focused Wealth Management, Inc. advises individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional and tax-exempt entities, offering discretionary and non-discretionary investment management along with financial planning services. The firm employs a proprietary quantitative screening process for security selection and manages portfolios that typically include ETFs, equities, mutual funds, and bonds.

Bryan Scheels is a financial advisor at Orange Investment Advisors, Inc. with four years of industry experience. He previously worked at Hudson Valley Investment Advisors, Inc. and Best Buy Co. Orange Investment Advisors, Inc. serves individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients, offering portfolio management, financial planning, 401(k) consulting, and investment consulting. The firm uses a growth-at-a-reasonable-price framework combining economic analysis with fundamental and technical research and manages a registered mutual fund.

Patrick Shea is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Focused Wealth Management, Inc. in Newburgh, NY, where he has worked for two years. His prior experience includes roles at Securities America, Inc. and OSAIC. Outside of his advisory duties, he volunteers on the golf and greens committee at Warwick Valley Country Club. Focused Wealth Management, Inc. serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional and tax-exempt entities, offering discretionary and non-discretionary investment management alongside financial planning services. The firm employs a proprietary quantitative screening process and an Investment Selection and Monitoring Committee to guide portfolio management.

Maria Sciuto is a CFP® professional with seven years of experience at Spire Wealth Management, LLC and five years previously at Forte Capital LLC. She is also a group exercise instructor at Gold's Gym, where she teaches group fitness classes. Spire Wealth Management, LLC provides investment advisory services to individuals, corporations, trusts, and retirement plans, offering a range of strategies including passive, active, and tax-aware allocations, as well as access to separately managed portfolios and wrap programs. The firm employs proprietary risk overlays and maintains joint-venture relationships to manage model portfolios.

Juan Lewis is a financial advisor with IP Financial Advisory Services LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 17 years of industry experience. He is the founder and owner of JJL Financial, an insurance-related business, and serves as a FINRA arbitrator. Lewis has worked at several firms including MML Investors Services, Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, and Equitable Advisors. IP Financial Advisory Services primarily serves individual retail clients, focusing on portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting. The firm offers customized investment solutions and access to third-party advisors, emphasizing non-high-net-worth individuals rather than corporate or charitable clients.

Kenneth Copans is a financial advisor with B. Riley Wealth Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at B. Riley Wealth Advisors since 2022 and previously at National Securities Corporation and Gilman Ciocia. Outside of advisory work, he is involved with B. Riley Wealth Tax Services and acts as a fixed insurance agent. B. Riley Wealth Advisors, Inc. is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $7.03 billion in client assets with about 274 advisors. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans, offering a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement solutions.

Jannine Barbosa is a financial advisor with Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. She has worked at Kestra since 2019 and previously at Bruderman Brothers LLC and Bruderman Asset Management, LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as president of the Orange County Soccer League, a nonprofit organization providing a venue for women to play soccer. Kestra Private Wealth Services manages approximately $10.2 billion in client assets through a network of nearly 200 independent advisors, serving individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary accounts, financial planning, and retirement plan services, supporting independent advisor decision-making with access to various managed solutions and platforms.

Andrew Benet is a financial advisor with IP Financial Advisory Services LLC, holding a Series 63 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms including H.D. Vest Advisory Services and Innovation Partners LLC. In addition to advisory work, he owns Benet and Associates LLC, which provides tax preparation and accounting services, and he operates as an independent insurance agent. IP Financial Advisory Services primarily serves individual retail clients and offers portfolio management, financial planning, managed account programs, and retirement-plan consulting. The firm focuses on non-high-net-worth individuals and combines traditional investment advisory services with insurance consulting and enterprise risk management.

Sarah De Graw is a financial advisor with Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. She previously worked at OneMain Financial and Tory Burch at Woodbury Commons. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved with MUNDI FINANCIAL, providing insurance-related client services. Kestra Private Wealth Services serves individual clients ranging from non-high-net-worth to high-net-worth, as well as retirement plans and institutional entities. The firm offers advisor-managed portfolios, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and specialized advisory services including annuity subaccount management and 529 plan advisory.