Joseph Bonfiglio is a CFP® professional with 34 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Cetera and has held roles with various Avantax entities over three decades. He also owns an accounting and tax preparation business focused on individual tax planning. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional investors. The firm offers diversified portfolio management, financial planning, and access to a range of third-party managers through a multi-manager platform supporting discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Alexander Pritsker is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 15 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and PNC Bank. 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 institutions, utilizing internal and third-party portfolio managers.

Bruce Berman is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets based in Princeton, NJ. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 44 years of industry experience. Prior to joining RBC Capital Markets in 2021, he worked at UBS Financial Services for 10 years. He serves on the board of the Institute of Leadership and Institutional Development, which provides tutoring services to underprivileged children. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutions, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and employs tailored investment strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers.

Ruchi Rao Rangaraju is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan in various capacities since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Chitra Arora is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in managing several real estate ventures jointly owned with her spouse. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, delivering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, offering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis supported by an in-house manager solutions team and a centralized due-diligence framework.

Daniel Barsnica is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 21 years of industry experience. He joined LPL Financial in 2024 after spending 12 years with TFS Securities, Inc. 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 advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, employing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research from internal and third-party sources.

Karl Crytser is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 44 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Securities America Advisors and National Planning Corporation. He also operates Karl Crytser Financial, providing tax preparation and accounting services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, 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, supported by research from internal and third-party sources.

Carlos Esteves is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC from 2013 to 2016. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a broader set of financial product offerings than typical institutional advisers.

Jason Jones is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Lawrenceville, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2009 and also at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools alongside a range of investment services.

Amira Ibrahim is a Financial Solutions Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, she focuses on understanding clients’ priorities and developing strategies to help them pursue their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. Her services include assistance with general investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unforeseen financial needs. Amira also provides clients access to Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Amira holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Illinois System and has earned professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She is fluent in English and Arabic. Outside of her professional work, Amira is involved with the community organization Feed My Starving Children.

Joseph Sensi is a financial advisor with Cetera Investment Advisors LLC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise, TFS Securities, and Guardian Life Insurance Company. Outside of advisory work, he serves as Vice President of Employee Benefits Sales at Nottingham Agency, Inc. Cetera Investment Advisors LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual clients, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers.

Lisette Hernandez is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 14 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 1996. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in a small business making pretzels. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by combining brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Daniel Derose is a financial advisor at Cetera with 48 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has held roles at firms including Securian Financial Services and MargFinancial. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as an officer on the board of the Nottingham Babe Ruth Baseball League. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services and operates a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party investment strategies.

Bridget Maillard is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2025, she worked at EPA Financial Services Corp for five years and operated a cleaning business, Double M Cleaning LLC, for three years. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. Their investment approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a broader range of financial product offerings that include insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Joanne Lam is a financial advisor at Osaic with 19 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. Additionally, she serves as a member of the Holmdel Board of Education. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated financial advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and third-party money managers to construct diversified portfolios for its clients.

Christopher Marzella is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been in the financial services industry since 1998 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2012. He focuses on developing strategies and providing advice for individuals, their families, and their businesses by understanding their short- and long-term financial objectives. Chris has experience in helping clients manage concentrated stock positions and addressing challenges related to significant transition events such as retirement, inheritance, or the sale of a business. He also provides access to Bank of America for clients' commercial banking and financing needs and collaborates with clients' attorneys, accountants, and other advisors on estate planning services. Chris holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a High School Diploma/GED from Baruch College. Chris resides in East Brunswick with his wife, Lisa, and their two daughters, Nicolette and Alexandra.

Janice Milara is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo, she worked in healthcare settings including Hackensack Meridian Health Ocean University Medical Center and Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services. Their approach is grounded in modern portfolio theory and includes a broader set of financial product offerings such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Matthew Waters is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, incorporating a broader range of financial product offerings than typical large institutional advisers.

William Dixon is a financial advisor at Merrill with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Merrill since 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a sole proprietorship managing an e-commerce site. 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. The firm delivers model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Elkin Parker Jr. is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Prudential Investment Management Services and PGIM Investments before joining J.P. Morgan in 2019. Outside of advisory services, he is a joint owner of a real estate property rented on Airbnb. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision-making authority.