Laura Mc Dowell is a CFP® professional with 17 years of industry experience, currently serving at Charles Schwab since 2013 in various capacities including Schwab Trust Bank and Charles Schwab Investment Advisory. Her background is exclusively with Charles Schwab affiliates. Outside of finance, she pursues singing and acting as a freelance activity. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment management with an integrated, multi-asset allocation approach and access to alternative investments.

Rebecca Yaeger is a financial advisor at Merrill with 21 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Merrill since 2009 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2007. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Dimitri Jaros is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, NYLIFE Securities LLC, New York Life Insurance Company, and Ayr Wellness. 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.

Dakota Hickman is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2018 following a period at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Peter Darsch is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 31 years of industry experience. He has worked with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and was previously with Metlife Securities for 15 years. Outside of his advisory work, he manages a family LLC supporting a vacation property and owns an LLC that handles administrative staffing and business expenses. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, with planning engagements structured as annual, collaborative relationships focused on recommending investment strategies rather than specific product selections.

Peter Mcgeough is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Newport, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the advisory board of the Saints Lawrence University Hockey Alumni Association, assisting and advising student athletes. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Fritz Gerald Terrane is a financial advisor with Merrill and holds the Series 66 designation, bringing three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America, N.A., and Granite Telecommunications. Outside of finance, he is involved with Authentic Care Counseling LLC, providing billing and insurance claim services for a private therapy practice, and he also operates as an Airbnb host. 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, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Joseph Esposito is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 44 years of industry experience. He has worked at MML Investors Services, Inc. since 1991 and with MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 1972. In addition to his advisory role, he conducts insurance brokerage focused on the sale and service of insurance products and fixed annuities. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, employing a collaborative, goal-based approach that typically recommends investment categories rather than specific products.

Timothy Lynch is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Warwick, RI, holding the CFP® designation along with Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has seven years of industry experience, including roles at Mass Mutual Investors Services and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2018. Prior to his financial career, he worked in the restaurant industry and at Saint Michael's College. Additionally, Lynch operates an independent insurance business selling life, fixed annuities, disability, long-term care, and health insurance. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering financial planning and investment management to individuals, business owners, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes ongoing, collaborative planning using firm-approved analytical tools and provides services including asset management and educational seminars.

Thomas Pippitt is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Barrington, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2007. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides annual retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Eric Palombo is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Cranston, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and six years of industry experience. He previously worked at Citizens Securities, Inc. and has experience outside finance with roles at Iron Works Tavern and The Hope Club. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver customized recommendation reports. The firm also offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

Brian Mahoney is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Middletown, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 41 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and has been affiliated with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning through dedicated groups. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that incorporates firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Nicholas Corrente is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at The Block Island Ferry and Seven B's Fishing, as well as roles in education at The University of Maine and local schools. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Clara Silva is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and one year of industry experience. Her previous work includes positions at Bank of America and Fidelity Investments. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions. The firm supports a range of client types with various asset allocation approaches and trading implementations.

John Alessandro Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses, and has 33 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 1997. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a notary public in the state of Rhode Island. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Christopher Scelsa is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at various insurance carriers for W&R Insurance Agencies, Waddell and Reed, Inc., Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., and Kj Designs and Consulting, LLC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Daniel Lawrence is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he held various roles across multiple industries, including retail, food service, and education. He has also been involved with entrepreneurial ventures such as Sole Desire and Run Newport. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Michael Sullivan is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 44 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs and tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process that includes firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Marcin Krolikowski is a CFA® charterholder and Series 66 licensee with 10 years of industry experience. He has been with OSAIC since 2018 and previously worked at Sii. In addition to his advisory role, Krolikowski is an associate professor at Providence College and serves as vice president and secretary of the CFA Society Providence. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and institutional investors, offering a range of brokerage and advisory services with a multi-platform approach that incorporates asset allocation tools, risk assessment, and access to third-party managers.

John Donna is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.