Steven Arietta is a financial advisor with Hightower Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He previously worked at CMG Financial Planning Ltd and Equitable Advisors, with overlapping time at AXA Advisors, LLC. Arietta serves as a Reserve Deputy with the Rockland County Sheriff's Reserve, an all-volunteer force supporting full-time law enforcement. Hightower Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm’s model emphasizes manager selection and multi-manager solutions, utilizing affiliated and third-party managers along with proprietary research and a range of investment vehicles.

Matthew Stack is a financial advisor with Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC in Ramsey, NJ. He holds the CFP® designation and has five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Integrated Wealth Concepts in 2022, he worked at Evercore Group LLC and Modera Wealth Management, LLC. Integrated Wealth Concepts serves individuals, families, trusts, estates, businesses, and retirement plans through a network of independent advisors, offering discretionary investment management, financial planning, and family office services. The firm employs a long-term investment approach using customized portfolios of mutual funds, ETFs, equities, and fixed income, and sponsors various wrap-fee and model-based programs.

Dominique Vitalis is a financial advisor with Carson Wealth holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Carson Wealth, Vitalis worked at CWM, LLC, Taylor Financial, Royal Alliance, Bank of America, Merrill, Monumental Sports and Entertainment, and Georgetown University. Outside of advisory work, Vitalis is involved in flipping residential properties. CWM, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser operating a large enterprise platform with over 650 advisors and approximately $50.6 billion under management. The firm offers services including discretionary asset management, financial planning, and retirement plan services, utilizing model portfolios overseen by an Investment Committee and providing access to alternative investments and third-party sub-advisors.

Anthony Pirro is a financial advisor with Money Concepts Capital Corp in Scarsdale, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and over 14 years of industry experience. He also operates Anthony G. Pirro CPA PC, providing accounting and bookkeeping services since 2011. Pirro has been affiliated with Money Concepts Capital Corp since 2006 and has offered accounting and tax services through his own practice since 1981. Money Concepts Advisory Service (MCAS) serves individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a variety of managed programs and portfolio strategies, combining model portfolios, advisor-designed portfolios, and third-party sub-advisers, using fundamental and technical analysis alongside modern portfolio theory.

Anthony Marotti is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC since 2020. Prior to this, he worked for 13 years at Berson & Corrado Investment Advisors, LLC. He is president of the Anthony Marotti Memorial Scholarship Foundation, which supports youth sports through scholarships and donations, and serves on the board of the Union College Fighting Dutchmen Gridiron Club, a booster organization for the college football team. Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, estates, businesses, and retirement plans through a network of independent financial advisors. The firm offers discretionary investment management, financial planning, family office services, and retirement plan advisory, using customized portfolios with a mix of mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and fixed income, and combines its enterprise scale with a broad selection of model and wrap-fee options.

James Sahagian is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC. His prior work includes roles at Raymond James Financial Services, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as an LLC member in a Unishippers franchise operated by his son, providing financial guidance for the business. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC is an enterprise-scale SEC-registered RIA managing approximately $36.7 billion in assets and serving a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, corporations, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of investment advisory and financial planning services through both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management options and partners with multiple custodians and third-party managers.

Nicholas Capezzuto is a financial advisor with Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 34 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at StoneX Financial Inc., Oppenheimer & Co. Inc., Ameriprise, and Burklow & Rotella, LLC. He also serves as a consultant for knowledge-on-demand firms Alphasights and Dialectia, providing insights on advisory services. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC is an SEC-registered, enterprise-scale RIA managing approximately $36.7 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, pension plans, corporations, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations, offering a range of investment advisory, financial planning, and managed account solutions.

Margot Tubul is a financial advisor at Key Investment Services LLC with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at KeyBank and JPMorgan Securities LLC. Key Investment Services LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser that provides portfolio management and model-based advisory products to individuals, trusts, estates, small businesses, and institutional clients through a network of financial professionals. The firm uses a multi-provider model and offers various wrap programs with custodial and trade execution services, integrating with KeyCorp affiliates for additional financial services.

Jennifer Levine is a financial advisor at NewEdge Advisors with a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles within school districts and Certified Financial Services. NewEdge Advisors is an enterprise-scale registered investment adviser serving individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations through a network of independent investment adviser representatives. The firm provides a range of services including portfolio management, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to sponsored advisory programs, utilizing a combination of in-house and third-party strategies supported by technology and centralized manager due diligence.

Bruce Laxer is a financial advisor with Commonwealth Financial Network, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 43 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Commonwealth Equity Services, Inc. since 1995. Outside of advisory work, he is a co-owner and trustee of R&G Enterprises, Inc. Commonwealth Financial Network is a dual-registered broker/dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that supports a national network of approximately 2,900 advisors and manages over $212 billion in client assets. The firm offers a broad range of managed-account programs, access to third-party asset managers, retirement consulting, and custody services.

Salvatore Leone is a financial advisor with TD Private Client Wealth LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and possessing 22 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Morgan Stanley and E*TRADE Capital Management. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a director at Apex Petrochemical, Inc. and is a board member of Saker Energy Systems Incorporated, both in the energy sector. TD Private Client Wealth LLC provides discretionary wrap-fee managed account programs and brokerage services to institutional clients and high-net-worth private clients. The firm employs a combination of strategic and tactical asset allocation using affiliated and third-party sub-managers, with custodial and advisory platforms provided by Pershing and Envestnet.

Craig Castner is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and holds a Series 63 designation. He has 24 years of industry experience, including roles at Park Avenue Securities, Cetera Advisor Networks, and American Funds. Additionally, he manages Actuarial Retirement Services LLC, which provides 401(k) plan setup and maintenance for small business owners. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of Guardian Life, offers brokerage and advisory services to individuals, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and businesses. The firm delivers tailored client solutions through advisor-led discretionary management and model-based strategies, combining proprietary programs with third-party platforms and providing access to insurance products and alternative investments.

Pramvera Ruiz is a financial advisor at Janney Montgomery Scott with 22 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Merrill Lynch and Morgan Stanley. Janney Montgomery Scott is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $110 billion in client assets. The firm serves a diverse client base and provides a range of brokerage, financial planning, and advisory services through in-house and third-party portfolio management.

Frank Loscalzo is a financial advisor with Guardian Life, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 66 licenses, with 38 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Guardian Life and its affiliates since 1991 and Park Avenue Securities since 2019. Outside of his advisory work, he participates in the Williams College Annual Alumni Fund campaign. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a combination of advisor-led discretionary management and model-based strategies, along with financial planning, group education, and access to proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Eric Gerstein is a financial advisor with GWN Securities Inc., holding a Series 63 designation and 40 years of industry experience. He has been with GWN Securities since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he co-owns a real estate investment venture with his son focused on residential properties in the Chicago area. GWN Securities is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and business clients through discretionary managed accounts, financial planning, and access to third-party sub-advisers and model portfolios. The firm supports a large network of advisors and offers a range of investment programs, including legacy market-timing and momentum-based strategies.

Paul Kupchok is a financial advisor with Private Advisor Group, LLC and holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations. He has 25 years of industry experience, including prior roles at LPL Financial, LLC and Reby Advisors, LLC. Private Advisor Group serves individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, businesses, and retirement plans by providing portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a fiduciary-based advisory model and uses a combination of proprietary and third-party investment strategies and technology platforms.

Elise Lam is a financial advisor with TD Private Client Wealth LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. She has previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network and Chase Investment Services Corp. among other firms. TD Private Client Wealth LLC provides discretionary wrap-fee managed account programs and brokerage services to institutional clients, high-net-worth private clients, and retail US clients. The firm uses a combination of strategic and tactical asset allocation with investments from affiliated and third-party sub-managers, offering ongoing portfolio management, financial planning support, and custody services.

Angelo Petito Jr. is a financial advisor with Money Concepts Capital Corp in Chester, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and over 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Money Concepts Capital Corp since 2003 and has prior experience with McCall Abstract Corp. and Bears Stearns and Company. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Hudson Valley Accounting, Inc., a tax preparation business. Money Concepts Advisory Service provides portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services to individuals, pension plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm employs a range of managed programs and investment strategies, utilizing model portfolios, third-party sub-advisers, and ongoing financial planning to serve its approximately 14,700 clients.

Yanbin Linsim is a CFP® professional with five years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC. His prior experience includes roles at Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. and Wells Fargo Clearing. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC is an SEC-registered, enterprise-scale RIA managing approximately $36.7 billion in regulatory assets. The firm serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations, offering a range of investment advisory and financial planning services with both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management options.

Michael Mendez is a financial advisor at TD Private Client Wealth LLC with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at TD Bank N.A. and TD Private Client Wealth LLC since 2013. TD Private Client Wealth LLC provides discretionary wrap-fee managed account programs and brokerage services to institutional clients, high-net-worth private clients, and retail clients. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning support, and custody services through a combination of affiliated and third-party sub-managers and uses a percentage-of-AUM wrap fee model.