Lawrence Disarro is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, Rhode Island, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2012 and has also worked with Bank of America, N.A. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Gregory Fater is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2018, he worked at Northwestern Mutual and spent twelve years at DePuy Synthes. He has a minority ownership interest in a family property LLC based in Newport, Rhode Island. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

William Vincente is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mark Quillen is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and has a long tenure with Prudential Insurance Company of America dating back to 1988. Outside of his advisory role, Quillen is involved in insurance product sales related to fixed life insurance, annuities, and disability insurance. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm employs model-driven investment strategies and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and a variety of insurance products through affiliated entities.

Eric Brown is a financial advisor at Fidelity with six years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. His prior experience includes roles at AXA Advisors, LLC, Nike, and a position at Anthony J's Bistro. He has been with Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC since 2021 and Fidelity Investments since 2025. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its use of systematic methodologies, its role as a registered commodity pool operator, and its advisory activities with multiple registered investment companies.

Geofrey Fridman is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill since 2009, concurrently working with Bank of America, N.A. since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a family-owned for-profit business. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Emily Shea is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts. She holds a Series 66 designation and has four years of industry experience. Her professional background includes roles at Edward Jones since 2018, as well as positions at Instacart, 95 Creative Advertising Agency, Atlantica, Tulane University, and Nona's Homemade. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, affiliated mutual funds, and tax-efficient investment solutions.

Nathan Falso is a CFP® with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2025, he held positions at Citizens Securities Inc., Clarfeld, and Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a rental real estate business in Warwick, RI. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including pension plans and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of investment strategies and operates under a fiduciary standard, with a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors and over $1 trillion in assets under management.

David Brawley is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Merrill since 2014. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as the Grand Knight for the Knights of Columbus Council #330, a charitable organization in North Attleboro, Massachusetts. 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 tailored for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Darcy Coyle is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 16 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2016, Coyle worked at UBS Financial Services from 2010 to 2013. 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 with more than 14,000 advisors and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Vivian Couto is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Newport, RI, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Outside of her advisory work, she operates an online business selling jewelry on eBay under the name Pewter Me This. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and strategies.

Valdir Pina serves as Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch. He began his financial services career in 2000 and has developed expertise in family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, managing new wealth, and personal retirement planning. Valdir has worked in multiple locations including Indian Wells, California, and Salt Lake City, Utah, supporting individuals, families, and business owners in making informed financial decisions and optimizing their financial resources. Valdir holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Brigham Young University. He is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) certificant, a CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and a Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He is associated with the Bradley Center and participates in church and civic causes in his community. Valdir and his wife, Melanie, reside in South Jordan, Utah, with their six children.

Justin Cahir is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, Rhode Island, holding a Series 66 credential and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member for West Bay Christian Academy and works as a consultant for CCs Sports Cards LLC, engaging in sports card collectible content on social media. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and charitable organizations.

Connor White is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America and Kohl’s, as well as eight years as an educator at Tall Pines Academy. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Brian Fuller is a financial advisor at Cetera with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with several firms including Pioneer Financial Group and Securian Financial Services. Outside of financial advising, Fuller is involved in retail sales at Rhode Runner Inc., a business specializing in running footwear and apparel. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management and consulting services, including access to third-party managers and diverse program structures.

Elisabeth Hickox is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Newport, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. She has worked at Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. since 2018 and previously at JHFN SII. Outside of her advisory roles, she coaches endurance sports for amateur athletes through her sole proprietorship, Core Endurance Coaching. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisors, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services along with financial planning and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance questionnaires, and automated rebalancing to manage diversified portfolios tailored to client needs.

Scott Blair is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Narragansett, Rhode Island, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 41 years of industry experience. His career includes positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Citigroup Global Markets, and UBS Financial Services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services, leveraging firm-approved tools and investment insights to support client goals.

Nicholas Mastrostefano is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2009 and Bank of America since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a sole proprietorship that produces original designs and provides consulting services for small businesses. 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, providing model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Scott Goltsos is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with Merrill since 2026 and has previous work experience primarily with Vector Marketing Corporation. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of individual and institutional clients.

John Lima is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, RI, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2017 and previously spent one year at Santander Bank N.A. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.