Eric Hurley is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise in Pittsford, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Evans Bank, LPL Financial, and New York Life, among others. LPL Enterprise, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm primarily uses model-driven investment implementation and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and a variety of insurance and trust-related services.

Noah Stmary is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2014. 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Zicari is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2019 and previously held roles at Bank of America and Merrill from 2013 to 2019. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the advisory board of the Wilmot Cancer Institute and acts as treasurer for Warrior Cards, Inc., an organization that provides gifts to pediatric cancer patients. Stifel serves a broad range of individual and institutional clients, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group. The firm provides fee-based financial planning and model allocations intended as a basis for client decisions, with clients generally maintaining discretion over implementation.

Susan Acker is a financial advisor at Merrill with 29 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 2008 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Barbara Schirmer is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and holds a Series 63 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and models, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Jason Mincer is a financial advisor with Cetera in Fairport, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 11 years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Foresters Advisory Services and Foresters Financial Services, as well as community involvement with the Jewish Community Center and Blackfriars Theatre. He is also a 15% owner of Ammerly Advisors, a business associated with Cetera. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform featuring a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services, with more than 10,000 advisors managing over $256 billion in assets.

Eric Schwilk is a CFP® professional at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 37 years of industry experience. Before joining Cambridge in 2024, he worked for LPL Financial and Xceed Financial from 2011 to 2024. He is also the owner of Provios Advisors and an independent insurance agent. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, by offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs through a broad network of financial professionals. The firm provides both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to proprietary model strategies and multiple account platforms.

Alex Casale is a financial advisor at Cetera with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Cetera since 2019. Prior to that, he was with Foresters Financial Services and served in an academic role at SUNY College of Brockport. Casale is also a member of the finance committee and treasurer of the Highland Park Conservancy. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a national network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of investment management and retirement services, with a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party managers across various program structures.

Amanda Velarde is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years at the firm and eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and is based in Pittsford, NY. 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 strategies developed by internal investment teams and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kay Pfleghardt is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 11 years of industry experience, currently associated with Raymond James Financial. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2025, Kay worked at Commonwealth Financial Network and Lincoln Financial Advisors. Kay serves on the advisory board of Alfred State College’s Department of Financial Planning, where she contributes to curriculum review and enrollment strategies. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools, supports wrap-fee advisory programs, and maintains specialized offerings such as municipal advising and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory services.

Leslie Zoerb is a financial advisor with Merrill in Pittsford, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. She has 26 years of industry experience, all with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Inc., where she has worked since 1998. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program for Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm provides model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Maxine Awner is a financial advisor at Merrill with 37 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Merrill since 1989. She also serves as a board member for the Jewish Federation of Buffalo, participating in community support activities for Jewish organizations. 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 a range of individual and institutional clients.

Gerald Mc Cue is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he manages portfolios for high-net-worth individuals across the United States. Since joining the firm in 1992, he has attained the position of Senior Vice President and Senior Financial Advisor. Gerald is a qualified Portfolio Manager who provides traditional financial advice as well as personalized discretionary investment strategies that may include individual stocks and bonds, firm model portfolios, and third-party investment options. Gerald began his career in 1979 as a financial analyst at UNISYS and advanced to plant controller at one of their manufacturing facilities in Rochester, New York. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from the State University of New York at Potsdam and an MBA in Finance from the Rochester Institute of Technology. His professional designations include CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). In 1998, Gerald founded the McCue Memorial Foundation, a nonprofit organization that awards four-year tuition scholarships to qualified students attending the State University of New York. He has served on the board of directors for the Seneca Waterways Council of the Boy Scouts of America and as past chairman of the dean’s executive council for the Saunders College of Business at the Rochester Institute of Technology. Gerald resides in Rochester, New York with his wife, Diane. His personal interests include golfing, running, tennis, and woodworking.

Justin Myers is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones from 2014 to 2020 before joining Ameriprise. Myers also owns and manages an advisory business, Myers LLC, in Lima, NY. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets, delivering non-discretionary, research-driven recommendations that incorporate tax efficiency and income strategies. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Carolyn Phillips is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in Mount Morris, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 22 years of industry experience. She has been with MML Investors Services, Inc. since 2003 and MassMutual Financial Group since 2001. Outside of her advisory role, Phillips serves as treasurer for the First Church of Christ, Scientist, overseeing financial activities and reporting. MML Investors Services, LLC operates as a subsidiary of MassMutual, providing financial planning and investment services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers through a structured, collaborative advisory process.

Michael Kazacos Jr. is a CFP® with 29 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Stifel since 2022. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Morgan Stanley. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Karen Andrushko is a Senior Financial Advisor and Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she has contributed over 40 years of experience. Throughout her career, Karen has served both institutional and retail clients, initially focusing on fixed income trading before expanding her expertise to include equities, closed-end funds, and annuities. She adopts a holistic approach to wealth management, leveraging internal specialists from Merrill Lynch and Bank of America to address retirement planning, loans, trust matters, and home financing. Her work is grounded in building trust and aligning clients' financial goals with tailored portfolio strategies. Karen holds a Bachelor's Degree from Saint John Fisher College and maintains the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. She is also registered with NMLS ID 579515. Beyond her professional responsibilities, Karen participates in community activities, volunteering with organizations such as the Pluta Cancer Center, Veterans Outreach Program, and Willow Domestic Violence Center.

Matthew Matteson is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he and his team oversee the financial affairs of a select group of high net worth families, business owners, professionals, and corporate executives in the Rochester community and nationwide. He focuses on putting clients first by emphasizing intellectual rigor, a disciplined process, and in-depth customization to address what matters most in their lives. Matthew specializes in areas including college education planning, divorce transition planning, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, employee financial health, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. Starting his career in financial services in 1994, Matthew joined Bank of America in 2011 as a wealth management banker and later moved to Eidlin-Kilmer & Associates in 2014, where he contributes to operational efficiency and client experience enhancements. He serves as the primary contact for retirement plan participants, assisting them with goal setting, retirement planning, and reviewing assets held outside of their plans. Matthew holds a high school diploma from Greece Athena High School and an associate degree in liberal arts from Monroe Community College. His professional designations include CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Residing in Victor with his wife and two sons, Matthew has been active in his local community, serving for 12 years with the Victor Volunteer Fire Department and currently holding a position as one of its Fire Commissioners. He is also a member of the Victor Conservation Board. Outside of work and community service, Matthew enjoys adventure sports, biking, football, hiking, music, running, traveling, watching movies, and spending time with his family.

Rosemary Gebhardt is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Stifel with 21 years of industry experience. She has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she is a New York State Notary. Stifel serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, institutional investors, and municipal entities, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm utilizes proprietary investment analysis and probabilistic modeling developed by its Investment Strategy Group to support its planning and allocation guidance.

Michael Weidner is a CFP® professional affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He has 33 years of industry experience, including previous roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Merrill. He is also involved in several independent business ventures related to financial planning and advisory services in Fairport, NY. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, nonprofits, and institutions. The firm uses analytical tools and risk profiling to tailor recommendations and supports clients through various advisory programs and institutional consulting services.