Lucille Germain is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Springfield, MA, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked in education-related roles, including positions as an educational consultant and teacher at multiple schools and organizations. Outside of her advisory work, she operates a personal life coaching business, InspiredbyLucille, where she coaches individuals on their personal goals. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving a broad client base that includes individual and institutional investors. The firm offers a range of investment advisory programs and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets, supported by a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Susan Davies is a CFP® professional with two years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. She previously worked at US Wealth Management from 2014 to 2023. In addition to her role at LPL, she serves as a commissioned notary public in Connecticut. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and advisory services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives. Its platform offers access to model portfolios, third-party asset managers, and customized investment strategies.

Joseph Zambo is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Merrill, Bank of America, iHeartMedia, and Barnes and Noble College Stores. 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 large institutional advisory operations with affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Rory Brown is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Springfield, MA, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He previously worked at Income Research + Management for eight years before joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. He serves on the investment committee for the Richard Salter Storrs Library Trustees in Longmeadow, Massachusetts. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving 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 a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and investment committee guidance.

Christine Santos is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Springfield, MA, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS Financial Services since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Treasurer and Officer for the School Centered Decision Making Team at Mary A Dryden Veterans Memorial Elementary. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, supported by proprietary research and a broad platform of capital markets services.

Jonathan Williamson is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Springfield, MA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors, Strategic Advisers, and Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory offerings, using proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor plans based on clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides access to a broad range of investment products and capital markets services.

Kyle Schmutte is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Prior to joining Mass Mutual, he worked at Citizens Bank and Citizens Securities in various roles between 2017 and 2024. MML Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser operating as a subsidiary of MassMutual. The firm provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers.

Ayesha King Jackson is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and two years of industry experience. She has previously worked at American Income Life and has been involved with Primerica Financial Services since 2023. Outside of advising, she is co-owner of an independent artist business, Aaron and Ayesha Associates, based in South Windsor, CT. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving primarily individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable entities. The firm operates at scale with thousands of advisors and offers model-driven investment approaches supported by third-party asset managers and custodians.

Timothy Corwin is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. 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 large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment advisory registrations, delivering services on a non-discretionary basis.

William Brice is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Securities America Advisors, National Planning Corporation, and Polaris Advisory Services Inc. Brice serves as a FINRA arbitrator. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering a wide range of financial services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides advisory and brokerage services through a large network of investment adviser representatives and supports diverse investment strategies, including model portfolios, third-party asset management, and customized approaches.

Cindy Belmore is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 27 years of industry experience. She has been associated with MassMutual and its affiliated entities since 2005. Mass Mutual Investors Services operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative, annual financial planning engagements supported by proprietary software tools and also delivers specialized programs such as divorce planning and event-driven estate and employer-sponsored planning services.

Robert Fiondella is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2026 and has longstanding experience with Wealth Preservation Partners and M. Holdings Securities, Inc. He also runs a mortgage and real estate services business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions through a broad offering of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms.

Shannon Hotchkiss is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has been associated with Cetera since 2025 and also has a longstanding affiliation with Rubman & Associates, where she has been involved for over two decades. Additionally, she has experience in tax preparation and accounting through her work with Rubman & Associates and Innovest Financial Services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable organizations, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and utilizes multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Matthew Peak is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked at Waddell & Reed, INC. and Redevelopment Agency. Outside of his advisory role, he is an author, speaker, and event organizer. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, utilizing both proprietary research and third-party strategies.

Gregory Gagnon is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Westfield, MA, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial and Westfield Bank since 2017 and previously was employed by ARS Restoration Specialists. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and third-party asset management, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives and a variety of investment strategies.

Steven Howard is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 27 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cambridge in 2018, he worked at Morgan Stanley Distribution, Inc. from 2015 to 2018. Howard is involved in multiple other business activities, serving as president and owner of several advisory firms and financial enterprises. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory through a network of independent financial professionals, providing a range of portfolio management options and proprietary and third-party investment strategies.

Ariel Stein is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 11 years of industry experience, currently associated with Raymond James Financial. He has held roles at Argentum Financial Partners and Argentum Private Wealth, where he undertakes managerial and administrative duties. He is also licensed as a non-variable insurance agent, writing policies for clients. 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 institutions. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting supported by advanced analytical tools and maintains specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Avery Barlow is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Avon, CT, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license with nine years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Barlow is involved in real estate activities through ownership and membership in real estate-related entities. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

James Kelleher is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with individuals, families, and business owners to help align their financial decisions with their long-term goals. He collaborates directly with clients to develop personalized strategies that address their short-, mid-, and long-term financial objectives. Kelleher has expertise in various areas including college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds professional designations such as Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Fairfield University. Outside of his professional activities, Kelleher is involved with the Torrington Fish and Game community.

Brian Marois is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 13 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Tumolo Wealth Management, Infinex Investments, Ion Investments, Key Investment Services, and United Bank. He is also the owner of Impact Financial, LLC, an independent business activity unrelated to investment advising. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of solutions including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by technology and a large network of advisors.