Nate Waldmiller is a financial advisor with HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. based in Buffalo, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked with HSBC Bank USA, N.A. since 2015 and with HSBC Securities Inc. since 2012. HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. offers managed account programs to individuals, retirement accounts, charitable organizations, and corporations through a variety of client-directed and discretionary program types. The firm’s investment approach involves strategic and tactical asset allocation supported by global asset management teams and employs multiple risk profiles to tailor portfolios.

Ryan Koenig is a financial advisor at Farther with 13 years of industry experience. He has held positions at Farther Finance Advisors, Apex Clearing, and Personal Capital Advisors. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Farther serves individual investors, trusts, and estates through a technology-driven advisory platform combined with direct meetings. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based investment approach using bespoke allocations and proprietary algorithmic model portfolios, offering discretionary investment management, retirement plan consulting, and non-discretionary recommendations for private investment funds.

Andrew Cheatham is a financial advisor with Key Investment Services LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His career includes roles at KeyBank, LPL Financial, M&T Securities, Edward Jones, Bank of America NA, and Merrill Lynch. Key Investment Services LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser and wrap-fee program sponsor serving individuals, trusts, estates, small businesses, and institutional clients. The firm offers multiple wrap programs through a network of financial professionals, combining platform services from Envestnet with portfolio management by the Key Wealth Chief Investment Office and third-party managers.

Mark Conomos is a CFP® with 42 years of industry experience, currently advising at Lincoln Investment since 2017. He previously worked at Legend Advisory Corporation and Legend Equities Corporation, accumulating over four decades in financial services. Conomos is a partner in Legend Wealth Management, LLC. Lincoln Investment Planning, LLC is a large enterprise firm serving a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, trusts, charities, and retirement plans. The firm combines advisor-led consulting with model portfolios and uses an in-house investment team alongside third-party managers to provide tailored financial solutions.

Cody Bauer is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and holds a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience and has previously worked at Park Avenue Securities and Alliance Financial Network. Guardian Life’s subsidiary, Park Avenue Wealth Management, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a range of financial planning, consulting, and discretionary management solutions, combining proprietary and third-party advisory platforms.

John Paolini is a financial advisor at Farther with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and four years of industry experience. He has worked at Farther Finance Advisors since 2022 and was self-employed in the financial sector from 2013 to 2022. In his individual capacity, Mr. Paolini serves as a trustee of a trust. Farther provides discretionary investment management and advisory services to individual investors, trusts, and estates through a web and mobile platform as well as in-person meetings. The firm employs an investment approach based on Modern Portfolio Theory, using proprietary model portfolios, algorithmic rebalancing, and a mix of ETFs, mutual funds, equities, and fixed income.

Lawrence Orsini is a financial advisor with HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. in Buffalo, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. His career includes multiple roles at HSBC entities since 2007, as well as positions at LPL Financial, Citigroup Global Markets, Banc of America Investment Services, and Quick & Reilly. HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. provides managed account programs to individuals, retirement accounts, charitable organizations, and corporations through a variety of client-directed and discretionary offerings. The firm employs a multi-profile investment process supported by HSBC Global Asset Management and affiliated providers, emphasizing client-directed portfolios within its broader managed-account business.

Joseph Mitchell is a financial advisor with Key Investment Services LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at Key Investment Services since 2012 and previously spent six years with HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. Key Investment Services LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser and wrap-fee program sponsor that offers portfolio management and model-based advisory products to individuals, trusts, estates, small businesses, and institutional clients through a network of financial professionals. The firm employs a multi-provider model for portfolio design and implementation, integrating services from its affiliates KeyBank and KeyBanc Capital Markets.

Brian Zdrowak is a CFP® professional at Focus Partners Wealth, LLC with five years of industry experience. He has previously worked at The Colony Group, LLC, Buckingham Strategic Wealth, LLC, and Insero Wealth Strategies. Focus Partners Wealth serves individuals, families, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional retirement plans, providing investment management, financial planning, tax and compliance support, family office and business management, and employee benefit retirement plan services. The firm employs a long-term, tax- and fee-sensitive investment approach with customized portfolios that include a combination of active and passive strategies, third-party managers, private funds, and tactical overlays.

John Russo is a financial advisor with United Planners Financial Services of America, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at LPL Financial, Invest Financial Corporation, and SCF Securities, among others. In addition to his advisory work, he is involved in tax preparation and accounting services through Financial Planning Advisors. United Planners Financial Services serves a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm operates an open-architecture platform with multiple custodians and third-party money managers, offering both fee-based and commission-based solutions through a network of 477 independent advisors.

Stephen Constantine is a financial advisor with Guardian Life in Buffalo, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Guardian Life since 2011 and is also involved with Alliance Advisory Group. Outside of his advisory roles, he has operated the Bada Bing Bar & Grill for over 20 years. Guardian Life’s Park Avenue® Wealth Management provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a range of financial planning and consulting services alongside discretionary and model-based investment management delivered through proprietary programs and third-party platforms.

Nicholas Chiera is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Guardian Life with three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Park Avenue Securities LLC, Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, CoreLogic, and Vornado Realty Trust. He also provides financial education and wellness presentations as an independent contractor. Park Avenue Securities LLC, operating as Park Avenue® Wealth Management and a subsidiary of Guardian Life, offers brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses, combining advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and a range of integrated financial planning and consulting solutions.

Jackson Tarr is a financial advisor at Citizens Securities, Inc. with four years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has worked at Citizens Securities since 2023 and previously held positions at MML Investors Services, LLC, MassMutual Life Insurance Company, and several independent school districts. Citizens Securities serves a broad retail client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors and individual retirement plans. The firm offers investment advisory programs alongside brokerage and insurance services, including a digital advisory program that uses algorithm-driven ETF portfolio recommendations.

Jacob Van Housen is a financial advisor with Key Investment Services LLC and holds a Series 66 designation. He has two years of industry experience, including prior roles at Principal Financial Services and KeyBank. His background also includes various positions at the University at Buffalo and in the food service and landscaping sectors. Key Investment Services LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser that offers portfolio management and model-based advisory products to individuals, trusts, estates, small businesses, and institutional plan clients through a network of financial professionals. The firm employs a multi-provider model for portfolio management and integrates resources from KeyCorp affiliates, providing a blend of discretionary and non-discretionary investment options.

Emily Repka is a financial advisor at Citizens Securities, Inc. in Amherst, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning her advisory career in 2026. She has prior experience at Citizens Bank, where she worked from 2015 to the present. Citizens Securities serves a diverse retail client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors and retirement plans, offering investment advisory programs alongside brokerage and insurance services. Its advisory options include a digital advisory program managed with SigFig and a Managed Account program, operating under the ownership of Citizens Bank, N.A.

Douglas Littlewood is a financial advisor with Hightower Advisors in Williamsville, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and possessing 51 years of industry experience. He has been with Hightower Advisors since 2017 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network. Hightower Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to a wide range of individual and institutional clients, utilizing a multi-manager approach that includes affiliated and third-party managers, proprietary research, and diverse investment vehicles. The firm also manages complex mandates with an emphasis on operational support and international exposure.

Brett Whitty is a financial advisor with HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. in Buffalo, NY. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Pruco Securities, Prudential Insurance Company of America, and BNY Mellon. HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. offers managed account programs to individuals, retirement accounts, charitable organizations, and corporations through various client-directed and discretionary investment options. The firm employs a structured investment process with multiple risk profiles and collaborates with global asset management and fund due diligence providers to manage and monitor client portfolios.

Jonathan Berube is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 36 years of industry experience. His prior work includes 18 years at UBS Financial Services. He is also the manager of Derbyshire LLC, a role intended to ensure orderly succession in a personal capacity. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of Guardian Life, provides brokerage and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and consulting services, combining advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and access to various investment platforms.

Brian Pirritano is a financial advisor with Citizens Securities, Inc. in Buffalo, NY, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He previously worked at HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. for nine years. Outside of his advisory role, Pirritano serves as a board member for a local homeowners association, overseeing community upkeep and maintenance. Citizens Securities serves a broad retail client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, offering investment advisory programs, brokerage, and insurance services. The firm’s advisory offerings include a digital advisory program and managed accounts, operating as a broker-dealer and insurance agency under the ownership of Citizens Bank, N.A.

Daniel Sperrazza is a Series 65 licensed advisor with Hightower Advisors in Buffalo, NY, where he has worked since 2017. He has nine years of industry experience and is also the managing partner of LakeWater Capital LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisory firm. Hightower Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse range of individual and institutional clients, employing a multi-manager approach that includes affiliated and third-party managers, proprietary research, and customized portfolio construction strategies.