Kevin Caffery Jr. is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2009, including time when the firm operated as Axa Advisors. He also serves as an administrator or executor of estates and trustee of trusts for family and non-family members. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutions. The firm’s approach includes matching clients to program models or discretionary managers, utilizing both proprietary and third-party asset management solutions.

Diana Sparks Mickey is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has worked with Northwest Bank since 2016 and LPL Financial since 2010. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered primarily through its network of investment adviser representatives.

Alexander Bianco is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Williamsville, NY, holding the Series 66 designation and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2010 and was previously associated with Axa Advisors, LLC from 2010 to 2020. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individual investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs, utilizing a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers to deliver personalized investment solutions.

Sean Hayden is a financial advisor with Cetera and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 17 years of industry experience and previously worked with National Securities Corporation, Gilman Ciocia, Inc, and Abel. Outside of his advisory role, Hayden serves as vice president of Lockport Community Services, Inc. and is a board member of the Historic Lockport Mill Race nonprofit; he is also involved in tax preparation and Medicare insurance sales through other business activities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. It offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers, supporting a broad range of program structures and investment approaches.

Rene Baia is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors holding a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Before joining Equitable Advisors in 2026, he held roles at Northtown Automotive, West Herr, Bunzl, and Lord and Taylor. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm uses a range of advisory programs and third-party asset managers to deliver tailored investment solutions.

Lawrence Mentkowski is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Williamsville, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2016 and previously worked at Axa Advisors, LLC. Outside of his financial advisory work, he operates a self-defense training and wellness business serving corporations and the public. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes a range of advisory programs and third-party asset managers, focusing on tailored client solutions without sponsoring its own wrap fee program.

Jonathan Mann is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Williamsville, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 10 years of industry experience. He has worked with Equitable Advisors since 2016 and was previously associated with Axa Advisors, LLC from 2016 to 2020. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services. The firm employs a variety of advisory models and investment options through both internal programs and third-party providers.

Robert Tighe is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Williamsville, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 41 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, AXA Advisors, LLC, since 1999. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs delivered through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party managers.

Matthew Diniro is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His prior work includes roles at LPL Enterprise, Prudential Insurance Company of America, and Seko Global Logistics. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm emphasizes matching clients to appropriate program models or discretionary managers, often utilizing third-party asset managers and LPL-sponsored advisory programs.

Marsha Rose is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2015 and at Northwest Bank since 2016. She is also a New York State Notary Public. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, and institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Jonathan Hoffman is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Amherst, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2012 and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2011. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved as a partner in Orchard Development, a custom home building firm, and owns Bent Pole Realty, which manages vacation rental properties. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved tools to deliver comprehensive planning and investment strategy recommendations.

Richard Schieb Jr. is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and over 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2001, including time at its predecessor firm, AXA Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member of the Ketch Court Property Owner's Association and provides CPA tax preparation and advice. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement consulting, and various asset management programs. The firm utilizes a network of investment adviser representatives and third-party asset managers to implement tailored investment solutions.

Kenneth Fisher is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Lockport, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2015. Fisher serves on the board of directors for the Lockport Crisis Pregnancy Center. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm that serves both individual and institutional clients with a variety of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and is notable for its extensive advisor and branch network as well as its affiliated financial services.

Joshua Lauer is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and with 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and has been associated with Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2016. In addition to his advisory role, he refers clients for the Employee Retention Credit through an external firm. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers ongoing financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, focusing on collaborative annual planning engagements that analyze client goals using firm-approved software tools.

Mark King is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Williamsville, NY, and has 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, Axa Advisors, since 2002. King is involved in community organizations in Buffalo, serving as Co-Chairperson of the Community Health Worker Network, Chairman of the Community Health Center Board of Directors, Treasurer of Collaborating On Poverty Elimination WNY, and a board member of CinqCare. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs. The firm emphasizes customized advice through a range of proprietary and third-party models and offers services covering mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.

Michael Coffaro is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Williamsville, NY. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 10 years of industry experience. His career includes work at Axa Advisors, LLC from 2016 to 2020 before continuing with Equitable Advisors. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management through a network of investment adviser representatives and third-party program sponsors. The firm emphasizes personalized risk assessment and client-specific model matching without sponsoring its own wrap fee programs.

Daniel Mcauliffe is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2011, including its predecessor AXA Advisors. Mcauliffe serves as vice president of the Buffalo Squash Racquettes Association and is a board member of both 716 Squash, Inc. and Child and Family Services, reflecting involvement in local community organizations. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a variety of advisory programs and third-party asset managers to tailor investment solutions, offering a range of mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.

Bryan Plunkett is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Williamsville, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing eight years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at AXA Advisors, First Source Advantage, and five years of service in the United States Army. He serves on the board of directors for the Historical Association of Lewiston. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs. The firm emphasizes personalized advice through models and third-party asset managers, offering a range of investment options and ERISA fiduciary services.

Ryan Gill is a CFP® with 21 years of industry experience, currently serving at Equitable Advisors since 2004. He previously worked at Axa Advisors, LLC from 2004 to 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he has experience as a rental property landlord. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm’s approach involves assessing client information and risk tolerance to recommend program models or discretionary managers, utilizing a mix of proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Thomas Fuest is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Lockport, NY, where he has worked since 2017. He has nine years of industry experience, including six years at Family Life Ministries prior to joining Edward Jones. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm that serves over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices across the United States.