Paul Donahue Jr. is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 33 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 designation and previously worked for American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. for 20 years before joining OSAIC in 2024. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients, offering a range of brokerage and advisory services. The firm’s investment approach centers on model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and multiple managed account options supported by various analytical tools.

Irie Adams is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2025. Her prior experience includes positions at Teachers Federal Credit Union and several other firms. 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 clients, and institutional investors.

Todd Petraco is a CFP® certified financial advisor with Ameriprise, where he has worked since 2005, including six years at the current firm. He has 32 years of industry experience. Outside of advisory services, Petraco is involved in managing several rental real estate properties and operates an independent contractor entity that supports his advisory practice. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, using a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to generate tailored recommendations. The firm also offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies.

Gregory Petraco is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with six years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His prior experience includes roles at Akretep Inc., Waterview Restaurant and Caterers, and Miami University. He is also employed at Certainty of Uncertainty, LLC, an advisor-owned entity established to manage his practice. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning through written recommendations and ongoing advice, integrating investment research and algorithmic analysis within a structured, non-discretionary framework.

Timothy Maher is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 26 years of industry experience. He currently serves at Wells Fargo Advisors and has previously worked at Retirement Plan Consulting Group, Raymond James Financial Services, and LPL Financial. Maher is the chair of the endowment fund investment committee for The Bridges Academy in West Islip, NY. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services using proprietary research and tools, with an emphasis on tailored recommendations delivered through meetings and client summary letters.

Kate Tastrom is a CFP® professional with 18 years of experience in financial advising. She currently works at OSAIC, where she has been since 2017. Her prior roles include positions at National Planning Corporation, TimeCapital Investor Advisory Services Inc, and Neuberger Berman BD LLC. Outside of her advisory work, Tastrom serves as recording secretary for the Shoreham Civic Organization and is a member of the Shoreham Village Finance Committee. OSAIC Wealth serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services, including comprehensive financial planning and advisor-managed portfolios. The firm’s investment approach focuses on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by various tools and third-party managers.

Michael Cavaliere III is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 22 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior roles include positions at Democracy Funding, LLC and CabotLodge Securities LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and financial planning services to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s approach emphasizes structured financial planning supported by proprietary tools and broad investment solutions.

Joseph Giardino is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, Bank of America, and Merrill. He is also involved with Certainty of Uncertainty LLC, where he manages an advisory business. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, algorithm-assisted recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Amanda Gonzalez is a financial advisor at Osaic with nine years of industry experience. She holds Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and previously worked at Securities America Advisors and AXA Advisors. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in insurance sales through Heritage Harbor Financial Associates and Highland Capital Brokerage. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients, offering brokerage and advisory services across multiple programs. The firm’s investment approach centers on model‑based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, with tools that support discretionary strategies and third‑party manager selection.

Ryan Engel is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 2024. Outside of his primary role, he is an associate and employee at Hendel Wealth Management Group, where he services existing clients and develops his own client base. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique municipal advisor affiliation.

Leo De Blasio is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise since 2022. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Certainty of the Uncertainty, LLC, an entity established to manage his practice. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific eligibility criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis in its approach and delivers recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

William White is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley who holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has 39 years of industry experience. His career includes time at Chase Investment Services Corp., Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Outside of financial services, he is a partner in a music group called Fear of Fred. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Bruce Huggins is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with experience dating back to 1986. He specializes in a range of financial planning and investment consulting services including divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, retirement income, and portfolio management services. Bruce works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their individual goals. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Long Island University and an Associate in Arts from Suffolk Community College. Bruce has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Beyond his professional work, he is involved in his community through participation with Calvary Baptist Church. Bruce's approach centers on understanding each client's comprehensive financial picture and collaborating one-on-one to help pursue long-term financial objectives. His interests outside of work include baseball, billiards, boating, chess, football, golfing, softball, and woodworking.

Najala Langlois is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Farmingdale, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she owns a consulting business, INFINITUM FINANCIAL. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic tools to generate personalized retirement income recommendations.

Jack Cheshire is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation. His prior work includes roles at Wind Watch Country Club, Binghamton University, Sayville Yacht Club, Brockport University, and Sayville Public Schools. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendation reports. As a large institutional firm, Ameriprise provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Michael Bartolotta is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and over 20 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at RF Lafferty & Co Inc and Fulcrum Securities, Inc. He is also involved in Certainty of Uncertainty, LLC, an advisor-owned entity managing his practice. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Michael Boccio is a financial professional with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at American Portfolios, OSAIC, and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC. He is currently affiliated with Cetera and North Ridge Wealth Planning, where he provides administrative support and customer service. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered adviser serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers through a multi-manager platform.

Matthew Desjardin is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to his financial services career, he spent 24 years with the New York City Fire Department. Outside of advising, he prepares individual tax returns through his own tax service and is a notary public. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors and offers a range of financial planning, advisory, and brokerage services. The firm’s investment approach relies on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization supported by various analytical tools.

Chris Occhipinti is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2016 and previously held positions at Axa Advisors, LLC and B. Riley Wealth Advisors, Inc. He serves on the board of Contractors For Kids. 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’s approach involves matching clients to program models or discretionary managers, relying on third-party asset managers and advisory programs for much of its portfolio management.

Scott Horning is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 36 years of industry experience. He previously spent 23 years at American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages a student housing sublease business in Bohemia, NY. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services, including financial planning, managed portfolios, and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment process involves model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting discretionary strategies and third-party manager selections.