Conor Kennedy is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Kennedy Incorporated, and Castle Hill. Outside of finance, he is a freelance jazz musician and co-editor and director of Encyclopedia Prismatica, a nonprofit literary journal. Merrill, 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 variety of individual and institutional clients.

Jeffrey Allison is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in East Providence, RI. He holds the ChFC® designation and a Series 63 license, with 40 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at MetLife Securities Inc. and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, employing firm-approved tools to analyze client goals and deliver written recommendations.

Stephen Poplaski is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His work background includes roles at Bank of America and H&R Block, as well as entrepreneurial activities with Asia Grille LLC and Pranzi Catering. He also spent time employed by Rhode Island State Government and Johnson & Wales University. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

William Killeen is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, RI, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Suburban Supply, Home Depot, and involvement with Irish Patriots LLC. Merrill provides managed account services through its Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Patrick Buffa is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Providence, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and over 50 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Citigroup Global Markets, RBC Capital Markets, NBC Securities, Independent Financial Partners, and IFP Securities before joining Morgan Stanley in 2025. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and research. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides planning services that emphasize client responsibility for implementation and updates.

Lorraine Sloper is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving in the Sloper-Zawerucka group. With over 39 years of experience in the financial services industry, she specializes in retirement accumulation and income strategies, emphasizing risk management in challenging markets. Lorraine provides customized wealth management and planning services tailored to affluent families, focusing on goal-based holistic planning and disciplined investment processes. She assists clients in identifying life goals and implements strategies to achieve financial security and lifestyle objectives, drawing on a diverse range of investment options including Merrill Lynch model portfolios and third-party strategies. Lorraine earned a Bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts and attended Bentley College. She holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation and is recognized as a Senior Portfolio Advisor qualified to manage discretionary investment strategies. Her background includes experience with high net worth Trust clients, offering comprehensive wealth preservation and liquidity management. Her personal interests include interior decorating, music, reading, singing, spending time with family, and swimming. Lorraine has been actively involved in community organizations such as the Animal Rescue League, Community Foundation, New Hope, Inc., and Rotary Club of Attleboro, contributing through former board memberships and other forms of engagement.

John Evers Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Cranston, RI, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill and Banc of America Investment Services. Outside of his advisory work, he owns a home-based business selling Magic: The Gathering cards online. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a wide range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies across various asset management platforms.

Steven Heslinga is a CFP® professional with 13 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2014 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Patricia Craddock is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Providence, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Prior to that, she was with Citigroup Global Markets from 1996 to 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning processes supported by firm-approved tools and market analysis.

Stephen Rozzero is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and leads the Rozzero Group. He has been with Merrill Lynch since 2007 and works with individuals and families to integrate investment planning and portfolio management. As a Portfolio Manager, he manages personalized or defined investment strategies on a discretionary basis, which may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation certified by the College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp., as well as the CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA) designations. Stephen attended the University of Rhode Island without degree conferral and completed his high school education at School One. Stephen lives and works in Providence, Rhode Island. He enjoys long distance running, frequently participating in charitable road race events, and also spends time cooking and with his family.

Jonathan Carafotes is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Goldman Sachs and Bradley Foster and Sargent, as well as experience with Trinity College's Career and Life Design Center. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Cody Anter is a financial advisor at Merrill with two years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at Bank of America, N.A., and has experience in educational roles at the University of Rhode Island and local schools. 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 a range of individual and institutional clients.

Nicholas Galvani is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2015. 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 managed by internal and third-party teams, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Elijah Dias De Oliveira is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise and holds a Series 66 designation. He has two years of industry experience, including prior roles at PRUCO Securities, LLC and involvement with political and retail work before entering the financial sector. LPL Enterprise serves a wide range of clients, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and charitable entities, offering financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and model-driven investment strategies. The firm also provides brokerage and insurance services through affiliated entities.

Pedro Cruz is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2009 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2007. 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 supported by internal and third-party managers for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

James Lynn is a Series 66-registered financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Providence, RI, bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2006. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, offering fee-based financial planning, discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, supported by proprietary research and a wide range of capital markets offerings.

Michele Cadigan is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill 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 strategies developed by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

David Sorensen is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009 and is also affiliated with Bank of America, N.A. since 2008. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutional entities.

George Asfura Montano is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America and Guembe F.C. Outside of finance, he works as a soccer coach for the New England Revolution’s Player Development Program, supervising coaches and training youth players. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Joseph Conaty Jr. is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding the Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendations and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on reliable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.