Benjamin Remsbecker is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2021 and Bank of America since 2024. Outside of his advisory career, he is involved in golf retail as a club fitter and salesman for Golfer's Warehouse. 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 a range of client types including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and pension plans.

Lawrence Disarro is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, Rhode Island, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2012 and has also worked with Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Gregory Fater is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2018, he worked at Northwestern Mutual and spent twelve years at DePuy Synthes. He has a minority ownership interest in a family property LLC based in Newport, Rhode Island. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

William Vincente is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. 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.

Mark Quillen is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC for over three decades. His activities include providing non-variable insurance products such as fixed life and disability insurance. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, advisory services, and access to model portfolios and third-party asset management through an integrated platform that combines advisory programs with brokerage and insurance products.

Eric Brown is a financial advisor at Fidelity with six years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. His prior experience includes roles at AXA Advisors, LLC, Nike, and a position at Anthony J's Bistro. He has been with Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC since 2021 and Fidelity Investments since 2025. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its use of systematic methodologies, its role as a registered commodity pool operator, and its advisory activities with multiple registered investment companies.

Geofrey Fridman is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill since 2009, concurrently working with Bank of America, N.A. since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a family-owned for-profit business. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Mark Bowen is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and has also worked with Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in outside insurance sales, focusing on property/casualty, fixed annuities, and group life renewals. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved tools to analyze client goals and provide written recommendations.

Nathan Falso is a CFP® with nine years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC, Clarfeld, and Citizens Securities Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in managing rental real estate in Warwick, Rhode Island. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

David Brawley is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Merrill since 2014. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as the Grand Knight for the Knights of Columbus Council #330, a charitable organization in North Attleboro, Massachusetts. 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, offering model-based and discretionary strategies tailored for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Darcy Coyle is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. Coyle has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2014 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services tailored to plan objectives and risk tolerances.

Vivian Couto is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Newport, RI, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Outside of her advisory work, she operates an online business selling jewelry on eBay under the name Pewter Me This. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and strategies.

Valdir Pina serves as Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch. He began his financial services career in 2000 and has developed expertise in family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, managing new wealth, and personal retirement planning. Valdir has worked in multiple locations including Indian Wells, California, and Salt Lake City, Utah, supporting individuals, families, and business owners in making informed financial decisions and optimizing their financial resources. Valdir holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Brigham Young University. He is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) certificant, a CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and a Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He is associated with the Bradley Center and participates in church and civic causes in his community. Valdir and his wife, Melanie, reside in South Jordan, Utah, with their six children.

Justin Cahir is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, Rhode Island, holding a Series 66 credential and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member for West Bay Christian Academy and works as a consultant for CCs Sports Cards LLC, engaging in sports card collectible content on social media. 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 clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and charitable organizations.

Connor White is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America and Kohl’s, as well as eight years as an educator at Tall Pines Academy. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Brian Fuller is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and affiliated entities since 2023 and is also involved with Pioneer Financial Group as a financial advisor. Outside of his advisory role, Fuller works as a sales associate for Rhode Runner Inc., a retail business specializing in running footwear and apparel. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers, supporting various program structures and custodial relationships.

Elisabeth Hickox is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Newport, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. She has worked at Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. since 2018 and previously at JHFN SII. Outside of her advisory roles, she coaches endurance sports for amateur athletes through her sole proprietorship, Core Endurance Coaching. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisors, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services along with financial planning and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance questionnaires, and automated rebalancing to manage diversified portfolios tailored to client needs.

Nicholas Mastrostefano is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2009 and Bank of America since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a sole proprietorship that produces original designs and provides consulting services for small businesses. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, providing model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Daniel Dehoney is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Lincoln, Rhode Island, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its predecessor firms since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of The DeHoney Group, a financial planning business, and contributes pro bono work to the Angel Foundation’s Financial Cancer Care program. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet certain asset thresholds, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored income recommendations. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Scott Goltsos is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with Merrill since 2026 and has previous work experience primarily with Vector Marketing Corporation. 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.