Mackenzie Shank is a financial advisor with Valic Financial Advisors holding a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. Before joining Valic, Shank worked in various roles including positions at La Fiesta Cantina and Abercrombie and Fitch. Valic Financial Advisors serves primarily U.S. individuals, including high net worth and ultra-high net worth clients, as well as employer-sponsored retirement participants. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services through a large network of advisors and uses discretionary unified managed accounts with tax-aware and impact/ESG overlays.

Michael Donahue is a financial advisor at Key Investment Services LLC with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Key Investment Services in 2012, he worked at HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. for five years. Key Investment Services LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser providing portfolio management and model-based advisory products to individuals, trusts, estates, small businesses, and institutional clients through a large network of financial professionals. The firm offers multiple wrap programs and utilizes a multi-provider model combining in-house and third-party management with integration across KeyCorp affiliates.

Gwendolyn Bork is a financial advisor at Lincoln Investment with 10 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 credential. She previously worked at Custom Wealth Strategies, Commonwealth Financial Network, and Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network. Outside of her advisory role, she is a published author, serves in various community leadership positions including town council member, nonprofit president, advisory board member, and is also a published recording artist. Lincoln Investment Planning, LLC is a large enterprise advisory and broker-dealer firm serving individual and high-net-worth investors, trusts, charities, and retirement plans, with a long history of working with educators and participants in 403(b) and 457(b) programs. The firm employs an in-house investment management team to construct strategic portfolios and offers advisor-led financial planning and consulting services.

Marc Wegrzynowski is a financial advisor at Equity Services, Inc. with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His previous experience includes roles at MassMutual Investors Services, MassMutual Life Insurance Co, and MetLife Securities Inc. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm offers multiple advisory platforms and frequently utilizes third-party asset managers and model portfolios, combining long-term strategies with options for shorter-term trading and specialized instruments.

Victoria Terrazzino is a financial advisor at Equity Services, Inc. with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at firms including MML Investors Services, LLC, Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company, Belpointe Asset Management, LLC, and National Life Group. In addition to advisory work, she is involved in the sales of fixed insurance products such as annuities, life, disability, and long-term care insurance. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to a range of clients including individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm combines long-term investment strategies with options for shorter-term trading and specialized instruments, utilizing multiple advisory platforms and third-party asset managers.

Kaitlyn Fitzhenry is a financial advisor at Valic Financial Advisors with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services and Securities America Advisors. Additionally, she is appointed as an agent to sell non-securities insurance products for Agia. Valic Financial Advisors serves primarily U.S. individuals, including high net worth and ultra-high net worth clients, as well as employer-sponsored retirement participants. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services through a large network of advisors and utilizes discretionary unified managed accounts with access to multiple wrap programs and overlay services.

David Chua is a financial advisor at Lincoln Investment with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 designation and has previously worked at Legend Advisory Corporation and Legend Equities Corporation. Chua serves as a board member of the Batavia City School District Foundation. Lincoln Investment Planning, LLC is a large enterprise firm serving individual and high-net-worth investors, trusts, charities, and retirement plans, with a history of working with educators and 403(b) and 457(b) program participants. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management, and access to third-party managers through advisor-led and firm-managed model portfolios.

Thomas Pontrello is a CFP® professional with 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Lincoln Investment since 2017 and previously worked at Legend Advisory Corporation and Legend Equities Corporation for a combined total of 37 years. Lincoln Investment Planning, LLC serves a diverse clientele including individual and high-net-worth investors, trusts, charities, and retirement plans. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management, and access to third-party managers, supported by an in-house Investment Management & Research team that creates strategic and adaptive model portfolios.

Jason Campbell is a financial advisor with Lincoln Investment, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Prudential Insurance Company of America, LPL Enterprise, and MassMutual Financial Group. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as president of a local parent-teacher organization and owns a truck dispatching business. Lincoln Investment Planning, LLC is a large enterprise advisory and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, trusts, charities, and retirement plans. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management services supported by an in-house investment management and research team, emphasizing advisor-led consulting and fiduciary responsibilities for retirement advice.

Patricia Schneider is a financial advisor with HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. in Buffalo, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 29 years of industry experience. She has been with HSBC Securities since 2014 and also serves as a bank officer for HSBC Bank (USA) N.A., an affiliate of her advisory firm. Outside of her financial career, Patricia teaches and manages costumes at Amazin'Grace Dance Studio and acts as Treasurer for the Lakeview Estates Homeowners Association. HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. provides managed account programs to individuals, retirement accounts, charities, and corporations, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions guided by a range of model risk profiles and supported by global asset management affiliates.

Michael Walker is a financial advisor at Key Investment Services LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 credentials. His prior work includes positions at KeyBank, Canisius College, and Fredonia University. Key Investment Services LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser that provides portfolio management and model-based advisory products to individuals, trusts, small businesses, and institutional clients through a network of financial professionals. The firm uses a multi-provider platform with discretionary implementation and offers multiple wrap programs alongside custodial, trade execution, and ancillary insurance services.

Peter Rao is a financial advisor with GWN Securities Inc. and holds a Series 63 designation. He has 37 years of industry experience and has been with GWN Securities since 2004. Outside of his advisory role, he officiates high school and college sports as a referee. GWN Securities is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and business clients through discretionary managed accounts, financial planning, and access to third-party sub-advisers and model portfolios. The firm manages approximately $3.65 billion across more than 37,000 client accounts and offers a range of investment programs including SMA, UMA, and fund-strategist options.

Marion Whitfield is a financial advisor with Lincoln Investment in Amherst, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 12 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America, LPL Enterprise, and Massmutual. Outside of advising, she is also an agent involved in life and health insurance. Lincoln Investment Planning, LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, trusts, charities, and retirement plans, with a history of work in 403(b) and 457(b) programs. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management, and access to model portfolios and third-party managers, supported by an in-house investment management and research team.

Michael Palumbo is a financial advisor at HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at M&T Securities from 2015 to 2021. Palumbo serves on the Board of Directors and as a club officer for the Buffalo Canoe Club. HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. offers managed account programs to individuals, retirement accounts, charitable organizations, and corporations, providing both client-directed and fully discretionary investment options. The firm’s investment process integrates multiple risk profiles and combines strategic asset allocation with global manager selection and ongoing fund monitoring.

Alexander Zdrowak is a financial advisor at Focus Partners Wealth, LLC with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation. Prior to joining Focus Partners Wealth, he worked at Exact Partners for four years and has additional experience in various roles including at Panera Bread and Rich Products. Focus Partners Wealth serves individuals, families, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional retirement plans by providing investment management, financial planning, tax and compliance support, family office and business management, and employee benefit retirement plan services. The firm employs a long-term investment approach utilizing both active and passive strategies tailored to clients’ risk tolerance, liquidity, and tax situations.

Craig Foster is a financial advisor with HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. in Buffalo, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and over 25 years of industry experience. He has been with HSBC Bank USA, N.A. and HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, Foster serves as Vice President of the Mathew Foster Foundation, a charity supporting families of children with cancer, and is President of Rombus Internet Marketing, Inc. HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. offers a range of managed account programs for individuals, retirement accounts, charitable organizations, and corporations, utilizing both client-directed and discretionary approaches with investment models developed alongside HSBC Global Asset Management and affiliated providers.

Robert Stevens is a financial advisor with Key Investment Services LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Key Investment Services since 2005 and previously worked at KeyBanc Capital Markets Inc. from 1999 to 2005. Key Investment Services LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser and wrap-fee program sponsor that provides portfolio management and model-based advisory products to individuals, trusts, estates, small businesses, and institutional plan clients through a network of financial professionals. The firm uses a multi-provider platform and integrates with KeyCorp affiliates to offer a range of investment, advisory, and ancillary insurance services.

Erik Gorenflo is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services and holds a Series 66 designation. He has eight years of industry experience and has worked at firms including Royal Alliance Associates, Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, and Custom Wealth Management. Prior to his financial services career, he was employed at Dick's Sporting Goods and Le Moyne College. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money manager programs through various advisory and promoter arrangements.

Christopher Alderson is a CFP® professional with 22 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) and has held roles with NYLIFE Securities LLC, ROI Financial Group, and Massachusetts Mutual Life. Outside of his advisory work, Alderson is involved in insurance brokering and property and casualty sales through his agency, Alderson & Gersitz Agency, Inc. Eagle Strategies serves a diverse client base including individual investors, defined contribution and defined benefit plans, and charitable and corporate clients. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services, emphasizing tailored solutions delivered primarily through non-discretionary advisory relationships.

Nicholas Ruggirello is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) based in Williamsville, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and with 15 years of industry experience. He has worked with several firms including Stoll And Weller Insurance Services and Financial Group, Earmark Legacy Partners, NYLIFE Securities LLC, and New York Life Insurance Co. Ruggirello is also involved in insurance brokering under his own DBA, Earmark Legacy Partners. Eagle Strategies serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and retirement plans, providing financial planning, investment management, and advisory services. The firm emphasizes tailored advice delivered through multiple program types with a significant portion of its assets managed on a non-discretionary basis.