Elvin Spaho is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Glastonbury, CT, holding the CFP® and ChFC® designations along with a Series 66 license. He has 22 years of industry experience, including prior work at MetLife Securities and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company. Spaho is also an independent insurance agent specializing in dental and group disability income, life, accident, health, and Medicare-related products. MassMutual 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 financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, utilizing collaborative, software-supported analyses to guide clients in investment strategy and planning.

Paul Poulin is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Glastonbury, CT, holding a CFP® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has 25 years of industry experience, including roles at City National Bank, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Wells Fargo Advisors. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with tailored portfolio management strategies and access to in-house and third-party investment managers.

Eric Iseley is a CFP® professional at Fisher Investments with eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fisher Investments in 2024, he held roles at Gwfs Equities, Prudential Investment Management Services, and The Prudential Insurance Company of America. Outside of his advisory work, he has experience as a tutor and has been affiliated with the University of Hartford. Fisher Investments serves a global client base including institutions and high-net-worth individuals, providing discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm employs a centralized investment process utilizing quantitative and qualitative research and offers a range of services including sub-advisory and retirement plan management.

Daniel Donato is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in West Hartford, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 46 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2012. Donato serves on the Board of Directors of the Rotary Club of Waterbury, CT, and is involved with the Christopher V. Donato Memorial Scholarship Fund and the Rotary Club’s Scholarship Committee. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with at least $1 million in investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Layne Miller is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Glastonbury, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He previously worked at METLIFE Securities Inc for 10 years before joining Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company and Mass Mutual Investors Services, where he has been since 2016 and 2017 respectively. Miller is also an independent insurance agent specializing in life, accident, and health insurance outside of his advisory role. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative, annual planning engagements using firm-approved software and tools, along with educational seminars and specialized planning services such as divorce and estate settlement planning.

Pamela Gold is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 26 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley since 2009. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in West Hartford, CT. Outside of her advisory role, she sits on the advisory board of Bryant University’s Center for Women in Finance and Leadership, where she advises on programming to attract more female students to the university. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning processes incorporating firm-approved tools and global market analyses.

Tyler Begen is a CFP® professional with 11 years of experience currently affiliated with Cetera. He has held roles at Cetera and Pioneer Financial Group, and worked eight years with Minnesota Life Insurance Company and Securian Financial Services. Outside of his advisory work, he owns Tyler James Corporation, an S-Corporation established for his financial planning business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad clientele including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of independent advisors and uses a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary options.

John Glowka is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 42 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation and Invest Financial Corp. He also operates JL Glowka Wealth LLC and serves as an independent insurance agent. 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 and investment management through a network of independent professionals, employing a range of portfolio management strategies and multiple custody platforms tailored to client objectives.

Christopher Donnelly is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 credential and beginning his industry career in 2025. Prior to his current role at Cetera, he worked at Park Avenue Securities and has experience outside finance with Drop Fitness and Guardian Life Insurance Company. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that delivers financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement services through a nationwide network of over 10,000 independent advisors. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and institutional accounts, offering a range of program platforms and investment options.

Charles Crolle Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license, and has 53 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2017, he worked for National Planning Corporation from 2005 to 2017. He has owned Crolle & Associates since 1978, where he provides permanent and term life insurance services as part of his practice. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services supported by model portfolios, third-party research, and various technology-driven investment solutions.

Joseph Jack is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. His prior roles include positions at TIAA-CREF and MassMutual. Outside of financial services, he works as an independent contractor for Uber Eats. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches supported by LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

John Sawka is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with clients to develop personalized financial plans that address their individual goals and priorities. His approach centers on helping clients plan for key life milestones, including funding education, preparing for retirement, and managing potential healthcare expenses. John holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Catawba College. He focuses on providing clear and straightforward guidance to simplify the complexities of investment and wealth planning for his clients.

Patrick Mc Laughlin is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has concurrent roles as a physical therapist at Atrinity Home Health and Select Medical. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs supported by in-house and third-party research, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management options.

Steven Banaletti is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting with discretionary and non-discretionary management, utilizing research and model portfolios from multiple sources.

Steven Kesses is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Glastonbury, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 44 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2017, he spent 10 years at National Planning Corporation. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management along with model portfolios and research services.

Alice Rha is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with three years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at firms including Citibank, Citigroup Global Markets Inc., and The Prudential Insurance Co. of America. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Vice President of the Fraternity of Delta Psi/Saint Anthony Hall, overseeing operations for the co-ed collegiate fraternity at a national level, and operates an Etsy shop where she designs and sells stationery products. MML Investors Services, LLC, a subsidiary of MassMutual, provides financial planning and investment advisory services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations, utilizing firm-approved analytical tools and offering a range of programs including asset management and educational seminars.

Kristin Hill is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 17 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Securities America Advisors and National Planning Corporation. Outside of her advisory role, she co-owns a podcast called Sockeytome. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios, third-party research, and advanced technology solutions.

Morris Hilton Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Bank of America, N.A. Outside of finance, he serves as a defensive coordinator, recruiter, and assistant head coach for the CT State Wildcats athletics program. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, and institutions, offering a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by model portfolios and research.

Mark Sperandio is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2011 and also at Webster Bank/Financial since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a volunteer firefighter and engineer for the Simsbury Volunteer Fire Department. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

Joseph Kintschi is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Portland, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Vice President on the Nutmeg Business Network Board, is a board member of Middlesex United Way, and volunteers as a youth basketball coach for Rocky Hill Park and Rec. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, known for its Premier Retirement Income service, which provides tailored retirement income planning through a combination of proprietary research and third-party data.