Satya Mitra is a CFP® professional with 33 years of industry experience, currently advising at Cetera in Worcester, MA. His career includes long-term roles with Avantax Advisory Services and The Guru Tax & Financial Services, and he has been involved in various entrepreneurial and speaking engagements under his own business names. Mitra also holds multiple community leadership roles, including serving on boards and acting as treasurer for local organizations, and participates regularly in public speaking and tax-related radio programming. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a large network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party investment strategies.

Elaine Mc Laughlin is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 23 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing. 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 with a large network of financial advisors and offers a range of advisory services including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Scott Thaxton is a financial advisor at Cetera with 30 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at LPL Financial for 27 years. Thaxton is also president of Carrthaxton Financial Group, LLC, a financial services firm he has led since 2012, and is involved in real estate through ownership of Carrthaxton Realty Trust, LLC. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts, offering a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party managers.

Karen Shapiro is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license. Her prior work includes roles at The Patriot Financial Group, Securities America Advisors, and Securities America Inc. Outside of her advisory work, she has also been involved with Green Future Wealth Management as an employee and independent insurance agent. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, offering services such as financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory. The firm provides both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions through a large network of independent financial professionals and maintains proprietary and third-party model strategies.

Ronald Bell is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 44 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Ameriprise Financial Services since 2009. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning through written Recommendation Reports and ongoing advice. The firm employs a non-discretionary implementation process and uses proprietary research and third-party data for its recommendations within a defined investment universe.

Stephen Zahka is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Marlborough, MA, holding CFP®, Series 63, and Series 65 designations with 42 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Ameriprise and Wells Fargo Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he performs as a musician, singing and playing guitar approximately once per month at local venues. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate entities. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products.

Rohan Mehta is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Marlborough, MA, holding a Series 63 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in business ownership through DPT Management Corp. and consulting with RHM Holdings LLC. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing advice focused on retirement income planning, utilizing proprietary research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools.

Jeffrey Casale is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Woodbury Financial Services, LPL Financial, and Digital Federal Credit Union. OSAIC serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through an extensive network of advisers and multiple advisory platforms, offering brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money managers. The firm uses asset-allocation tools and risk-tolerance assessments to build diversified portfolios, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Joshua Kane is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he has interests in real estate ownership. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria. The firm’s approach combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver non-discretionary, written recommendations that support retirement income planning.

Keith Reardon is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Worcester, MA, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2021, following five years at Voya Financial Advisors and seven years at Investors Capital Corp. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner and manager of Commonwealth Consulting Group, a non-investment-related business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive operational and research tools.

James Mcintire is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities LLC, as well as positions outside finance at UMass Dartmouth, iHop, and Framingham High School. LPL Enterprise, LLC offers investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is primarily model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, and also provides access to financial planning, third-party asset managers, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Shepard Allen is a CFP® with six years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2024. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank from 2020 to 2023. Outside of his advisory role, Allen is an author and presenter for the National Strength and Conditioning Association and serves as a board member of the Worcester Trust Fund Commission. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm that provides financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers multiple portfolio management solutions through a network of independent Financial Professionals, utilizing a range of custody platforms and discretionary or non-discretionary strategies.

Meaghan Liposky is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 12 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2014, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services that utilize structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools.

Michael Micciche is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Sudbury, MA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2015 and also serves as an Associate Financial Advisor and Operations Manager at Net Flows, LLC, working with advisors and their clients. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, known for its Premier Retirement Income service that provides retirement planning through written recommendations and ongoing advice focused on income reliability and tax-aware strategies.

Naresh Patel is a financial advisor at Cetera with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Prior to joining Cetera in 2025, he worked at Avantax Insurance Agency, LLC and has been involved in various accounting and tax preparation roles through multiple entities, including Westford Tax & Financial Group Inc, where he serves as president. Patel also participates in nonprofit advisory activities with Bhakta Samaj USA Inc. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to multiple investment platforms and third-party managers.

Arushee Divyakirti is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, she collaborates with individuals and families to identify and develop tailored financial strategies that span short-, mid-, and long-term goals. Her client focus areas include college education planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. With over a decade of experience, Arushee provides comprehensive guidance ranging from general investing to retirement planning and savings strategies. She partners with Bank of America specialists to offer clients additional banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Arushee holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Delhi, a Master's Degree from Western Michigan University, and has completed an Accredited Certificate Program from the Hindu Institute of Management. She also holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designation and is licensed under NMLS#2430426. Fluent in English and Hindi, Arushee is involved with the community organization Ekal Vidyalaya USA. Outside of her professional responsibilities, she enjoys camping, cooking, hiking, spending time with her family, and watching movies.

Isabel Lopes is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools supported by the Global Investment Committee’s research.

Peter Faulkner is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with individuals and families to develop customized financial plans aligned with their values. He emphasizes educating and empowering clients to make informed decisions through a collaborative and goals-driven planning process. Peter's career at Fidelity Investments began in 2023 as a Personal Investing Intern, progressing through roles including Financial Services Representative, Financial Representative, and Relationship Manager before assuming his current position in 2026. This experience has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of financial planning and client relationship management. Outside of his professional work, Peter has interests in fitness, golf, lake activities, outdoor adventures, and traveling.

Brent Fisk is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously with firms including LPL Financial, Edward Jones, and CUNA Mutual Group. Outside of advisory services, he is involved in a digital investment services business affiliated with LPL. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients. The firm focuses on non-discretionary planning tailored to client goals and offers specialized municipal and public finance advisory services.

Shyamal Patel is a financial advisor at Cetera with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. He has previously worked at Deloitte Tax LLP and PwC, and is also employed as a CPA at Westford Tax and Financial Group, where he provides tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll services, and IRS notice assistance. Additionally, he supports financial advisory services by preparing client applications and communicating with clients in a financial assistant role. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC distributes services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management and financial planning options, overseeing over $256 billion in assets across more than 10,000 advisors.