Danielle La Riviere is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of experience at the firm and seven years in the industry. She holds a Series 66 designation. Outside of her advisory work, she is a member of DEUX ELLES, LLC, an inactive management consulting LLC. 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 for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and charitable organizations.

Paula Cohen is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Hebron, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in financial plan production for Ameriprise franchise advisors and AFAs. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized planning, with an emphasis on assets held in Ameriprise managed accounts.

Wayne Card is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with UBS since 2009. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a broad range of services supported by proprietary research and capital markets expertise.

Bradford Parsons is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a Series 63 designation and over 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and its affiliated entities since 2009. Parsons serves as a trustee for the Berlin VFW Post 10732, conducting quarterly audits for the post’s quartermaster. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services. The firm offers a range of investment solutions through independent Financial Professionals, including proprietary models under the Founders Gate Capital brand and access to third-party strategists, with both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management options.

Theodore Davis is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2011. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis in its approach and delivers recommendations through a centralized consulting team in partnership with its financial advisors.

Joseph Manzi is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Berlin, CT. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Thrivent and its related entities since 2025. His prior work experience includes roles at the University of Connecticut, Fireworks by Grucci, and Berlin Public Schools. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors. The firm offers goal-based, holistic planning across various topics without discretionary trading authority, combining planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan.”

Jill Honeycomb is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James and Liberty Bank Investment Services since 2015, where she also serves as Program Director for Liberty Bank Investment Services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored investment consulting and supports municipal and public-finance work through its affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Angelo Carlone is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding CFP®, Series 63, and Series 66 designations and has 33 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, and Wells Fargo Advisors. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, advisory services, and access to model portfolios and third-party asset management through an integrated platform combining advisory programs with brokerage and insurance products.

John Wostbrock is a financial advisor at Cetera with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously spent 28 years with Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Investment Services. In addition to his advisory role, he is the owner of a tax preparation and accounting firm. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates as a multi-manager platform serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of portfolio management and retirement services through a nationwide network of independent advisors.

Michael Taverner is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 credential and 20 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL in 2019, he worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2015 to 2019. Outside of advisory work, he is the owner of Global Beaute LLC, a bathroom remodeling business. LPL Financial serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Christopher Ratineri is a Senior Financial Advisor with over 25 years of experience at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on serving business owners, physicians, and multigenerational families by providing guidance on personal retirement planning and managing workplace 401(k) plans. As a Portfolio Manager within Merrill's Investment Advisory Program, he manages personalized investment strategies on a discretionary basis, which may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill Lynch model portfolios, ETFs, and third-party investment strategies. Christopher holds several professional designations, including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®), Certified 401(k) Professional (C(k)P®), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He earned his High School Diploma from Eli Whitney. A U.S. Navy and Desert Storm Veteran, Christopher carries the values of service, discipline, and integrity into his financial career. His approach to financial readiness emphasizes education and simplification, providing clients with clear guidance throughout each step of their financial planning. Christopher works alongside a seven-person team, including Trust and Mortgage Specialists, offering a combined experience of over 125 years. Outside of his professional work, he is involved with community organizations such as the Connecticut Food Bank, Red Cross through regular blood donations, Take a Vet Fishing, and the Wounded Warrior Project. He is also a husband, father, martial artist, and enthusiast of pop culture art, technology, reading, behavioral economics, and market technical analysis.

Tessa Bridges is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services and has experience outside finance, including a role at Gusto Trattoria Italian Restaurant. 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, and institutional investors.

Matthew Christopher is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Durham, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial, formerly LINSCO/PRIVATE LEDGER CORP., since 2000. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Financial Benefits Unlimited, a non-variable insurance business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including model portfolios and retirement plan consulting, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to research and diverse investment strategies.

Paul Raymond is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses, with 39 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. for six years before joining LPL Financial in 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as head coach for the girls varsity tennis team at St. Paul Catholic High School and is a board member for two nonprofit organizations. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and corporations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning and advisory programs supported by research and various model portfolio options.

Brian Mc Laughlin is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 1999 and has served at Liberty Bank as an associate since 2015. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and analytical tools, and it supports municipal and public finance through a unique municipal advisor affiliation.

Andrew Garstang is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2012. Outside of advising, he serves as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Marketing Officer for Watermark Management Partners and is President of the Southington-Cheshire Community YMCA Board of Managers. He is also a Connecticut-appointed notary public providing free notary services to clients. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and advisory services delivered through a centralized retirement-income consulting team to support its clients.

Ashmal Baig is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Baig has been with Wells Fargo since 2022 and previously worked in retail and education sectors. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, providing investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm utilizes research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources, applying diversification principles and modern portfolio theory in its investment evaluations.

Michael Moran is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Minnesota Life and Securian Financial Services Inc. for 20 years, as well as ownership of The Hired Brush, a residential interior painting business. Outside of finance, he is an artist and a football official. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to a multi-manager platform with options ranging from model portfolios to bespoke strategies.

Tanya Parker is the Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments' New Haven Investor Center. In this role, she focuses on delivering wealth planning strategies that help clients understand their financial goals, develop and maintain their relationship with Fidelity, and work towards a confident financial future. She has held the position of Branch Leader at Fidelity since 2023. Prior to this, Tanya worked as a Registered Wealth Management Client Associate at Merrill Lynch from 2018 to 2023, and as a Senior Regional Sales Consultant at Prudential Annuities from 2008 to 2016. Her professional experience spans wealth management, client relationship development, and financial planning. Outside of her professional work, Tanya enjoys activities such as spending time at the beach, gardening, hiking, and traveling.

Ronald Gallant is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Sagepoint Financial Inc., Cambridge Investment Research, and TD Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in real estate through ownership and partnership in several LLCs focused on property acquisition and management. OSAIC serves a diverse range of clients, including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple platforms. The firm utilizes a variety of asset-allocation tools and supports discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios spanning stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.