Thomas Bivona is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at City National Bank, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Prudential Equity Group. He serves on the board of directors for the Arthritis Foundation Connecticut, where he helps organize fundraising events. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations with a range of advisory programs that offer portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm uses a tailored approach based on clients’ risk profiles and includes both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Manuel Negron is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Cromwell, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2012. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, using a centralized consulting team to deliver non-discretionary, algorithm-assisted recommendation reports that incorporate income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies.

Sherry Olson Lusardi is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 41 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with UBS since 2003. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm uses proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor plans and portfolio management to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Michael Nicoletti is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with eight years of industry experience. He previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network for eight years before joining Raymond James in 2025. Outside of his advisory role, he is associated with Capital Wealth Management, LLC, where he serves as a non-variable insurance sales agent. 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, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers non-discretionary planning tailored to client goals and supports municipal and public finance work, distinguishing it among large institutional advisors.

Susan Tate is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and having 30 years of industry experience. She has worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2011 and is also involved in Retirement Security, where she serves as president. Additionally, she operates as an independent insurance agent. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through independent Financial Professionals, utilizing various portfolio management and model-based solutions tailored to client objectives.

Josy Santiago is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Manchester, CT, holding the Series 66 designation. Santiago has one year of industry experience, having previously worked in real estate and related fields. 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 recommendation reports and ongoing planning advice focused on reliable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies for clients nearing or in retirement.

Nicholas Fusco is a financial advisor at Osaic with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Cantella & Co., Merrill, and Tauber Asset Management. Outside of advising, he is the sole owner of Osprey Legal, LLC, a law firm. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money managers and wrap programs.

Michael Nobile is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 39 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc., Securities America Advisors, Inc., and Investacorp Advisory Services. He has operated Nobile Financial Group since 1982. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Jordan Hickey is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 16 years of industry experience. He is currently with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., having joined in 2025 after 14 years at Capital Wealth Management, LLC and Commonwealth Financial Network. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as power of attorney for his elderly grandfather, managing his financial accounts and bill payments. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes 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 implementation through its advisory programs and affiliated firms.

Thomas Oakley is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Vernon Rockville, CT, bringing one year of industry experience. He has prior experience working with Wilbraham Parks and Springfield Public Schools, and has been involved with nonprofit organizations such as The Literacy Lab and Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Hartford. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory solutions, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Douglas Osber is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in investment portfolio design and tactical asset allocation, serving individuals, business owners, and corporate executives. With over thirty years of experience in the investment industry, Douglas joined Merrill Lynch following the acquisition of Advest, Inc. in 2005, where he held the position of Senior Vice President, Investments. He also has experience as a producing Branch Manager at Legg Mason, Wood, Walker. Douglas earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification in 1987 and holds an honors bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Connecticut. Douglas resides in Naples, Florida. His family includes his wife, Stacie, and two daughters.

Daniel Cote is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and approximately one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Principle Wealth Partners, and positions related to education and community recreation in Connecticut. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jenny Bergeron is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 13 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2018 and previously spent five years at Edward Jones. Bergeron is affiliated with Allegra Wealth Management as an investment-related business. 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, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Scott Hinchey is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Glastonbury, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc., Securities America Advisors, Inc., and Investacorp Advisory Services. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a sports and fitness coach for Glastonbury Public Schools. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of investment solutions including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools and a large network of advisors.

Nicholas Dobie is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding CFP® and Series 66 designations and having four years of industry experience. He has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2020. Outside of finance, he previously managed Huskies Restaurant and Bar and has been involved with the University of Connecticut since 2017. Dobie also works as an independent insurance agent, selling life, fixed annuities, disability, long-term care, and health insurance. 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 provides ongoing financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, focusing on collaborative, annual planning relationships without investment discretion.

Margaret Seabrooke is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Glastonbury, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 24 years of industry experience. She previously worked at National Planning Corporation for 14 years and has operated her own CPA practice since 1989. In addition to her advisory work, she is a licensed insurance agent with limited non-variable insurance activities. 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, asset management, and institutional services supported by a large network of advisors and advanced operational tools.

Mark Coletta is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors holding a Series 66 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He has worked previously at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors and Financial Services, and he is a partner at Coletta & Coletta LLC, where he has been involved in accounting and tax preparation since 1991. He also serves as a board member of Friends of Lake Williams, Inc., a nonprofit organization. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies tailored to client goals.

Christopher Davey is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 14 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at MassMutual Life Insurance Co, Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company, and Prudential Insurance Company of America. Outside of his advisory career, he owns a business selling items on eBay. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors. The firm offers a range of investment strategies and affiliated services, operates under a fiduciary standard, and is notable for its extensive retail advisor and branch footprint.

Kenneth Mcmanus is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Securities America Advisors, LPL Financial, and National Planning Corporation. He is also involved in insurance and financial services through his ownership of Kenneth McManus Financial Services LLC and related entities. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients and offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to diverse investment options. The firm supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management, employing various asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to tailor portfolios.

Jared Hill is a CFP® professional with five years of industry experience, currently serving at Mass Mutual Investors Services. His career includes roles at Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company and earlier positions in athletics and coaching. Outside of financial advising, he is a professional disc golf athlete who competes in local tournaments. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a subsidiary of MassMutual that offers financial planning and investment advisory services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers, utilizing firm-approved analytical tools to deliver collaborative, personalized financial recommendations.