Donna Wess is a Series 66-licensed advisor at Morgan Stanley in Riverhead, NY, with five years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs and tailored financial planning using firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through a wide range of investment and planning strategies.

Regina Saio is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 15 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Fidelity Investments since 2011, including roles at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC serves a diverse client base ranging from retail to institutional investors and offers a range of advisory and portfolio management services. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop and manage its investment strategies.

John Helldorfer is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and six years of experience at the firm. He has a background that includes over two decades as a CPA and accountant operating his own practice, John E Helldorfer, CPA, since 1999, and prior roles at CA Technologies Inc. He is involved in various non-investment related business activities including providing accounting and tax services through his CPA practice. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options. The firm uses third-party asset managers and employs a tiered wrap-fee structure, focusing on curated investment models rather than institutional or pension plan management.

Brian Thornton is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has 30 years of industry experience. He has worked with North Fork Asset Management since 2007 and has held roles at National Asset Management, Inc., and National Securities Corporation. In addition to his advisory work, he is licensed to sell fixed life insurance and annuities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide network of independent advisors serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services through multiple program structures and a multi-manager platform.

Kristina Clemenz is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 designations and has been with Merrill since 2014. 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.

Scott Steinberg is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, based in Riverhead, NY, with 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013 and also works with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2020. Steinberg maintains a broker affiliation to manage renewals and service for his previous life insurance clients. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm employs a structured financial planning process using firm-approved tools and provides access to extensive investment resources through its parent company.

Charles Matisi is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2024, he worked at American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. for ten years and has held roles at firms including Guardian Life and Mass Mutual Investors Services. Matisi is involved in the sale and servicing of insurance products such as fixed annuities, life insurance, long-term care, and disability insurance through related business activities. OSAIC Wealth serves a wide range of clients, including retail, institutional, high-net-worth households, and retirement plans. The firm provides brokerage and advisory services with an investment process focused on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by various program offerings and a complex affiliate network.

Faith Olsen is a CFP® professional with 39 years of industry experience, currently advising clients at LPL Financial since 2009. She holds the Series 63 designation and is based in Setauket, NY. Outside her advisory role, she manages investments through a family limited partnership. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, utilizing a range of investment strategies supported by research and technology tools.

Stephen Grieco is a CFP® professional with 43 years of industry experience. He is currently with OSAIC and has held prior roles at Mass Mutual Investors Services, Guardian Life Insurance Co. of America, and Home Life Insurance Company. Outside of his advisory work, he is engaged in insurance sales including life, disability, and long-term care products. OSAIC Wealth serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services, including financial planning, managed portfolios, Unified Managed Accounts, and retirement plan consulting. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and supports various discretionary and third-party investment strategies.

Frederick Polaniecki is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 44 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2008 and at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, Polaniecki serves as a trustee for Art Kibbutz, an international Jewish artist residency program, where he is involved in strategy, programming, and fundraising. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative and qualitative research in its advisory process and incorporates broader derivatives and commodities capabilities compared with many institutional advisory programs.

Jarred Giordano is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has prior work experience at LPL Financial, Fidelity Investments, the Internal Revenue Service, Capital One, TD Bank, and JP Morgan Chase Bank. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by in-house research and alternative investment due diligence.

John Hiz is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by extensive research and analytics.

Brian Lanze is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 27 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 and Series 63 designations and has worked previously at J.P. Morgan Securities and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank NA. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering model portfolios drawn from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, and serves in advisory roles for multiple registered investment companies.

Anthony Chiarelli is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has worked with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2004 and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm uses a centralized due diligence process combining quantitative and qualitative research and offers broader derivatives and commodities capabilities compared to many institutional advisory programs.

Nicholas Amendolara is currently an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2026. Prior to this, he worked as an Associate Financial Advisor at Artisan Wealth Management from 2025 to 2026 and as a Relationship Banker at JPMC from 2024 to 2025. His professional experience spans roles focused on client financial services and investment consulting. Nicholas approaches client service by connecting with clients to understand their complete current situation, goals, and priorities. He emphasizes listening to client concerns as a key part of collaborating on plans that work towards their financial objectives.

Francis Smith is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds a Series 63 designation. He has 34 years of industry experience, including 13 years at Commonwealth Financial Network prior to joining his current firm. Smith is also involved as an agent in insurance and benefits through FGS Financial, Inc. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individual, pension, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services. The firm offers access to multiple platforms, third-party advisers, and proprietary model strategies under the Founders Gate Capital brand.

Paul Pucilowski is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 35 years of industry experience. His career includes prior roles at Cetera Advisor Networks, Summit Advisors, and FNB Long Island. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms to a broad client base, including individuals and institutions. The firm supports advisors with a range of investment strategies and uses advanced operational tools while overseeing significant discretionary assets.

Nicholas Novellino is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. He began his career at Fidelity as an Investment Consultant in 2024 before transitioning to his current position. Prior to joining Fidelity, Nicholas worked as a Private Client Advisor at J.P. Morgan Wealth Management from 2023 to 2024, and as a Financial Advisor at Equity Services Inc. from 2021 to 2023. His professional experience spans various aspects of financial advising, including investment management and client consultation. Nicholas views financial services as an opportunity to help clients invest and manage their hard-earned money with intent and confidence. Outside of his professional work, Nicholas enjoys outdoor activities such as beach visits, hiking, and football. He also participates in concerts and various volunteering activities.

Alex Millwater is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held various roles including partner at Island Shine Home Services, where he manages client operations. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Santino Mirabelli is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with 17 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Primerica Advisors since 2008, alongside a concurrent role at Kravet since 2010. Outside of his advisory work, he is also involved as a musician. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving mainly individual investors, including both non-HNW and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable entities. The firm employs model-delivery strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and provides services through a large network of advisors across numerous offices.