Scott Lopresti is a financial advisor at Kestra Advisory with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors, LPL Financial, and Ameritas Life Insurance among other firms. Lopresti is also the president and owner of Lodi Wealth Advisors, an insurance business, and serves as Chief Administrative Officer of Rectangle Health, a healthcare technology company. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement plan consulting to institutional and individual clients, offering services such as fiduciary consulting, plan-level investment advice, and employee education. The firm serves a range of clients including large institutional investors and sovereign wealth funds, supporting multiple management platforms and third-party solutions.

Gail Simons is a CFP® professional with 35 years of experience in the financial services industry. She has been with Commonwealth Financial Network and Highbridge Financial Group, Inc. since 2003. Outside of her advisory roles, she is vice president and 50% owner of GMS Associates, Inc., a property tax consulting firm unrelated to investments. Commonwealth Financial Network is a registered investment adviser serving a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors and their clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs and support services, including discretionary model portfolios and personalized indexing options, while providing operational and compliance support to affiliated advisors.

Anand Thakkar is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in helping busy professionals, business owners, and families develop coordinated, tax-aware financial strategies that align with their personal and long-term goals. Anand works closely with clients through personalized wealth management approaches, including college education planning, retirement income design, estate and legacy planning, tax minimization, and managing new wealth. With expertise in equity compensation strategies, concentrated positions, insurance and risk management, and philanthropic planning, Anand supports clients facing major financial events such as business sales, IPOs, and wealth transfers. He combines Merrill Lynch's investment insights with the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America to deliver comprehensive financial planning. Anand holds the Personal Investment Advisor designation and has completed executive education at Harvard Business School, in addition to earning a Bachelor's degree from Wayne State University. Anand is also committed to community involvement, volunteering with local organizations. Outside of work, he enjoys basketball, tennis, music, and reading. His approach emphasizes building one-on-one relationships to provide tailored, actionable financial strategies designed to help clients achieve their financial objectives.

John Orlikowski is a financial advisor with TD Private Client Wealth LLC in Ramsey, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and seven years of industry experience. His prior firms include TD Bank N.A., Bank of America, Merrill, Morgan Stanley, E*TRADE Securities, Equitable Advisors, and AXA Advisors. TD Private Client Wealth LLC offers discretionary wrap-fee managed account programs and brokerage services to institutional clients, high-net-worth private clients, and retail customers. The firm employs a blend of strategic and tactical asset allocation utilizing both affiliated and third-party sub-managers, with custody and reporting supported by third-party custodians.

Michael Littmann is a financial advisor with TD Private Client Wealth LLC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and two years of industry experience. He previously worked with Northwestern Mutual in various roles from 2023 to 2026 and spent ten years at International Aromatics Inc. TD Private Client Wealth LLC offers discretionary wrap-fee managed account programs and brokerage services to institutional and high-net-worth clients, using a combination of strategic and tactical asset allocation with investments from affiliated and third-party sub-managers.

Maria Blessing is a financial advisor at Citigroup Global Markets with 35 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at firms including J.P. Morgan Securities, Muriel Siebert & Co., Inc., and Ameriprise Financial. Citigroup Global Markets serves individual and institutional clients across various wealth segments, offering multi-asset, multi-manager investment strategies through discretionary and non-discretionary programs. The firm combines large institutional scale with unique market roles, including in-house research and futures commission merchant services.

Jeffrey Sutton is a CFA® charterholder with 22 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Citizens Securities, Inc. in Tarrytown, NY. His prior roles include positions at Citigroup and Oppenheimer. He is a member of the State Street Investment Management Advisory Council, providing feedback on client challenges and product development. Citizens Securities serves a broad retail client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors and retirement plans, offering investment advisory programs alongside brokerage and insurance services. The firm provides a range of advisory options, including a digital advisory platform and managed accounts, while operating as a broker-dealer and insurance agency.

Paul Orazio is a CFP® with 42 years of experience in financial advisory services. He is currently affiliated with Commonwealth Financial Network, where he has worked since 2017. Prior to that, he spent 13 years at National Planning Corporation and has been operating Orazio Financial since 1991. Commonwealth Financial Network is a registered investment adviser supporting a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors and their clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, technology, and operational support, allowing advisors discretion to construct portfolios from diverse securities and insurance products while also offering managed model portfolios through its Investment Management and Research team.

Fran Wolfson Keegan is a Series 63 licensed advisor at GWN Securities Inc. with 34 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Nationwide Advisory Services, Inc. for 31 years and has held a longstanding role with Nationwide Insurance Co. outside of her advisory work. She is actively involved in community organizations including the Yonkers Chamber of Commerce and serves as secretary of the Indian Field Hunting & Fishing Club, Inc. GWN Securities is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and business clients through discretionary managed accounts and financial planning. The firm’s large network of advisors manages approximately $3.65 billion across various managed-account programs and model portfolios, utilizing a mix of traditional and legacy market-timing strategies.

Timothy Murphy is a financial advisor at TD Private Client Wealth LLC with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms, including Citigroup, Charles Schwab, LPL Financial, and MBO Partners. TD Private Client Wealth LLC offers discretionary wrap-fee managed account programs and brokerage services to institutional clients, high-net-worth private clients, and retail clients. The firm utilizes a range of strategic and tactical portfolio approaches combining affiliated and third-party sub-managers.

Vincent Cucuzza is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017. His prior work includes six years at METLIFE. Outside of advising, he is also licensed as an insurance agent, offering a range of insurance products including life, health, disability, and fixed annuities. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm structures financial planning as annual, collaborative engagements, using firm-approved analytical tools to recommend investment strategies without discretionary authority.

Yenny Cesse Perdomo is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in personal retirement planning, women and wealth, and retirement income strategies. She focuses on helping individuals and families build and protect their wealth through clear communication and tailored advice. Yenny guides clients to make confident and informed financial decisions that align with their goals by simplifying complex financial concepts and empowering them to take control of their financial future. Yenny holds a Bachelor's Degree from Florida International University and maintains professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Fluent in both English and Spanish, she brings expertise in financial planning and investment needs to her role. Outside of her professional work, Yenny’s personal interests include adventure sports, biking, dancing, ice hockey, reading, traveling, watching movies, and writing.

Greg Giandalone is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving clients since 2020. He adopts a goals-based approach to financial planning, focusing on understanding clients' priorities to guide their financial strategies. Greg is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and a U.S. Army Veteran, which informs his disciplined and client-focused methodology. Greg's professional experience spans several prominent financial institutions. Prior to his current role, he worked as a Senior Financial Consultant at TD Ameritrade from 2016 to 2020. He also held positions as a Wealth Management Client Associate at Ameriprise Financial and Merrill Lynch, as well as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch, and a Stockbroker at John Thomas Financial and E-1 Asset Management. Outside of his professional work, Greg engages in activities related to family, fitness, military service, pets, tennis, and volunteering.

Matthew Coyne is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC since 2000 and 2001, respectively. Coyne also operates his own tax practice as a CPA, a role he has maintained since 1982. Additionally, he was affiliated with Dominican College for 35 years. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services through a multi-manager platform that includes model portfolios, third-party managers, and bespoke strategies.

Carlos Hevia is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 29 years of industry experience. He holds the PFS™ designation and Series 63 license. Prior to his current role, he worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2014 to 2020. Outside of advising, he owns and operates a CPA tax preparation business in Hastings on Hudson, NY. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing tailored Recommendation Reports that incorporate tax-smart withdrawal strategies and Social Security options. The firm combines research and modeling with automated tools to support these recommendations, serving a broad client base through advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Shane Smith is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience, with prior roles at MassMutual Life Insurance Co, MML Investors Services LLC, Cornell Pace Inc, and Union College. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides ongoing, collaborative planning relationships using firm-approved tools and offers various specialized planning programs.

Susan Davis is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Tarrytown, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 27 years of industry experience. She has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2013. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as co-trustee for a family member’s trust and acts as an insurance agent specializing in long-term care, fixed annuities, and health insurance. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers comprehensive, collaborative annual financial planning engagements supported by proprietary software tools and a range of investment and educational programs.

Kevin Mahoney is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in an LLC that manages rental real estate. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, institutions, pension plans, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and investment consulting through a variety of strategies, supported by extensive research and an affiliated advisory network.

Scott Turner is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in Elmsford, NY, holding CFP® and Series 63 credentials and 19 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Kestra Advisory Services and Kestra Investment Services from 2011 to 2023. In addition to his advisory role, Turner is an insurance agent who sells life, fixed annuities, disability, long-term care, and health insurance. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm employs collaborative, annual planning relationships using advanced tools and offers specialized services such as divorce planning and employer-sponsored planning programs.

Steven Klimaszewski is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 33 years of industry experience. He is currently with MassMutual Investors Services and also serves as the principal and founder of J Matrik Wealth Management, LLC. His background includes roles at Kestra Advisory Services and Kestra Investment Services. In addition to advisory services, he is involved in outside insurance sales specializing in life, disability, long-term care, fixed annuities, and health insurance products. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC operates as a subsidiary of MassMutual and provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm delivers planning through collaborative annual engagements using advanced analytical tools and offers a range of investment and educational programs.