Amy Mackin is a financial advisor at Empower Advisory Group with 12 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 65 and Series 63 designations and has worked with firms including GWFS Equities, Advised Assets Groups, Triad Advisors, and American Portfolios Financial Services. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, as well as Empower Premier IRA and certain retail brokerage accounts. The firm’s integrated approach ties financial planning and managed account solutions to Empower’s recordkeeping and administrative platforms.

Charles Salvo is a financial advisor at Mariner in Manasquan, NJ, holding a Series 65 designation with seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Mariner Wealth Advisors since 2018 and previously at BNY Mellon Wealth Management from 2016 to 2018. Mariner serves a broad client base including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and corporations through investment management, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party managers. The firm offers customized portfolio management supported by an internal team and an Investment Committee, with integrated tax, accounting, and family office services that distinguish it from other large advisory enterprises.

Daniel Anerella Jr. is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and holds a Series 66 designation. He has six years of industry experience, with roles at Guardian Life, Park Avenue Securities, Northeast Financial Network, and Pace University. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers advisor-led discretionary management combined with model-based strategies, proprietary wrap programs, and third-party advisory solutions.

Laura Hickman is a financial advisor at MAI Capital Management, LLC with 19 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Stifel, Benchmark Investments, LLC, and JMP Securities. MAI Capital Management, LLC provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, wealth management, retirement plan consulting, and family-office services to a diverse client base including high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, institutional clients, and sports professionals. The firm offers customized portfolio management across multiple strategies and integrates financial planning and tax services into client relationships.

Christopher Oconnor is a financial advisor with Oppenheimer, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley and Citigroup Global Markets before joining Oppenheimer in 2012. Oppenheimer is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, corporations, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and pooled investment vehicles. The firm offers a wide range of programs with both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services across equity, balanced, and fixed-income portfolios.

Ellen Peifer is a financial advisor at Mariner Wealth Advisors with the PFS™ designation and Series 63 license. She has four years of industry experience and has previously worked at Hornor Townsend & Kent Inc and Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company. Mariner serves a broad mix of clients, including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations, offering investment management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and coordinated tax services. The firm implements customized discretionary portfolios supported by in-house research and third-party managers, with additional capabilities in tax integration and financial wellness tools.

Nino Finnigan is a financial advisor at Equity Services, Inc. with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Guardian Life Insurance Company, and Park Avenue Securities. Outside of financial advising, he works as a freelance court interpreter. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory platforms, often utilizing third-party asset managers and model portfolios that combine long-term strategies with options for shorter-term trading.

Arthur Buisson is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 18 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Howley Financial Group for eight years before joining Guardian Life in 2019. Buisson also acts as an insurance agent for clients when beneficial. Park Avenue Securities, a subsidiary of Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, offers brokerage and advisory services to individuals, corporations, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of financial planning, discretionary and model-based investment management, and access to proprietary and third-party advisory solutions.

Joyce Chan is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 20 years of industry experience. She is affiliated with Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities, where she has worked for the past 10 years. Her prior experience includes roles at MSI Financial Services, New England Securities, Walnut Street Securities, and Tower Square Securities. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a combination of advisor-led discretionary management and model-based strategies, along with access to proprietary and third-party advisory solutions.

Christopher Hall is a financial advisor at Equity Services, Inc. with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Citigroup and Investors Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in fixed insurance marketing through his own business, Financial Strategies for Life. Equity Services, Inc., doing business as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm combines multiple advisory platforms with third-party asset managers and model portfolios, utilizing predominantly long-term strategies alongside options for shorter-term trading.

Christian Dapolito is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing six years of industry experience. He serves as a board member of the Matawan Football Alumni Foundation and operates QB Sessions, LLC, a quarterback training camp. Park Avenue Securities, a subsidiary of Guardian Life, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a combination of advisor-led discretionary management and model-based strategies through proprietary and third-party platforms, with tailored client solutions including financial planning and access to insurance products and alternative investments.

Cory Allen is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Mariner. His career includes roles at Merrill, Citizens Securities, LPL Financial, and Mariner Wealth Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he is also involved with Allen Lake House, a real estate venture in Wall, NJ. Mariner serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations, providing investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs discretionary, customized portfolios supported by an internal team and external managers, alongside integrated tax and accounting services and specialized financial wellness tools.

Brandon Meyers is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has three years of industry experience and previously worked at Northeast Financial Network. Outside of financial services, he serves as Director of Youth Operations at Sportsplex at Metuchen. Guardian Life’s subsidiary, Park Avenue Securities LLC, offers brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm combines advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and provides access to proprietary programs, third-party advisory solutions, and a digital advisory platform.

Matthew Watson is a financial advisor with Oppenheimer who holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 30 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Fulton Financial Corporation, Raymond James Financial Services, and Wells Fargo Clearing prior to joining Oppenheimer in 2017. Oppenheimer is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, corporations, pension plans, and charitable organizations through a variety of programs and advisory services. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, with oversight processes including suitability reviews and branch manager supervision.

Connor Mawn is a financial advisor at Empower Advisory Group with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Empower, he worked at Park Avenue Securities and Guardian Life Insurance Company. Before entering the financial industry, he was affiliated with Spring Lake Golf Club and has an educational background from Hartwick College. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, as well as to certain retail brokerage clients. The firm’s services are integrated with Empower’s recordkeeping and administrative platforms and focus on long-term portfolio returns and annual rebalancing.

Matthew Marino is a financial advisor with Equity Services, Inc. in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at firms such as MetLife Securities, MassMutual Investors Services, and The Prudential Insurance Company of America. He is also involved in insurance sales as a broker agent with Integrated Financial Concepts LLC/National Life Insurance Co. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm combines a variety of advisory platforms with both long-term and shorter-term investment strategies, utilizing third-party asset managers and model portfolios.

Kenneth Bogert is a CFP® credentialed financial advisor with 40 years of industry experience, currently with Guardian Life since 2010. He is licensed to sell insurance products outside of Guardian as part of his business activities. Guardian Life, through its subsidiary Park Avenue® Wealth Management, offers brokerage and advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm utilizes a combination of advisor-led discretionary management and model-based strategies, providing tailored client solutions including financial planning, consulting, and access to proprietary and third-party investment programs.

Francisco Acevedo is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 15 years of industry experience. He is currently with Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities, bringing prior experience from firms including Lincoln Financial, RobustWealth, Brinker Capital, Merrill, and Morgan Stanley. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and nonprofits. The firm offers a combination of advisor-led discretionary management and model-based strategies, along with proprietary and third-party advisory solutions tailored to client needs.

Andrew Garcia is a CFA® charterholder with nine years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC and has previously worked at Hightower Advisors, LLC and Farr Miller & Washington, LLC. Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services provides financial planning, asset management, and retirement-plan consulting to individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm manages over $122 billion in assets and employs a diversified investment approach that combines passive and active managers, quantitative methods, and fundamental analysis.

James Dematteo is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 21 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities, where he has worked since 2006. Dematteo also operates JPD Financial, LLC, a business related to accounting and business income. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, 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 and consulting services combined with discretionary management and model-based strategies through proprietary and third-party platforms.