Anthony Burgio is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Williamsville, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 16 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Sii from 2010 to 2018 before joining OSAIC in 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he is a senior partner at Northeastern Financial Partners LLC. OSAIC serves a broad client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing integrated brokerage and investment advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple platforms. The firm uses a variety of asset-allocation tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Eric Walters is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Depew, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and with 40 years of industry experience. He has worked with EMS Financial Services and Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc., among other firms. Walters is involved in property and casualty insurance through the McMahon Agency and participates in the Empire Safety Council. 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 portfolios, and institutional platforms, supported by technology and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Sean Patrick Davis is an advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. Before joining LPL Financial in 2026, he held roles at Broadview Federal Credit Union, Hertel Home Consignment, KeyBank Center, Cumulus Media, and Kelton Enterprises. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with research tools and a broad range of investment options.

David Bilski is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at PFS Investment Inc. and Primerica Financial Services since 1992. In addition to advising, he is involved in sales of loan products and home security services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management via its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options. The firm employs third-party asset managers and emphasizes a tiered wrap-fee structure rather than fixed fees.

Grant Rickan is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Williamsville, NY, with 12 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2012 and 2015, respectively. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. Their planning process uses firm-approved tools and modeling techniques, delivering services primarily in an advisory capacity.

Jordan Farnham is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cetera in 2019, he held positions with Foresters Advisory Services LLC and Foresters Financial Services. Outside of his advisory work, Farnham is actively involved in hockey coaching, serving as head coach at St. Francis High School and St. Bonaventure University, where he also manages day-to-day operations for the university’s hockey teams and assists with other club sports. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered advisor serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers, overseeing more than $256 billion in assets and supporting over 10,000 advisors nationwide.

Thomas Domin is a CFP® with 22 years of industry experience, currently serving at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He has previously worked at Noble Wealth Partners, Crux Wealth Advisors, TIAA, and HSBC Securities. Outside of his advisory roles, Domin is involved with DOMIN GROUP LLC, where he provides financial advice, and he serves on the board of directors for his support company, contributing to key decisions and growth initiatives. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers 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 provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and analytical tools, and it supports specialized municipal and public-finance work through an affiliated municipal advisor.

Wojciech Biernat is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors and has a background spanning multiple roles within Wells Fargo Advisors. In addition to his advisory role, he also serves as a financial advisor for Princeton Harriman Insurance Solutions. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad planning menu and integrates advisory services with other financial products and referral channels.

Lindsay Hamill is a Benefits & Planning Consultant in Executive Services at Fidelity Investments. She has been with Fidelity since 2021, initially serving as a Planning Consultant before assuming her current role in 2024. Prior to joining Fidelity, Lindsay worked as a Product Manager at M&T Bank from 2012 to 2021. Her professional experience spans financial planning and benefits consulting, where she focuses on assisting clients with their financial planning and retirement objectives. Lindsay is committed to guiding individuals through their financial journeys to help improve their financial well-being. Outside of her professional work, Lindsay engages in activities such as cooking and baking, family activities, fitness, running, and exploring food as a foodie. She also values parenthood.

Lauren Gould is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Williamsville, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. She previously worked at Raymond James Financial Services and Bailey Financial Group. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with Princeton Harriman Insurance Solutions in an insurance practice capacity. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing a broad range of investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm offers tailored recommendations using proprietary research and planning tools, covering diverse planning areas, and integrates advisory services with other financial product sales and referrals.

Kathleen Peterson is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as assistant treasurer for St. James United Church of Christ in Hamburg, NY, overseeing the budget and expenses. Wells Fargo Advisors is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutions. The firm offers a broad planning menu using proprietary research and tools, delivering tailored recommendations through meetings and written summaries.

Emily Glick is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets and holds a Series 66 designation. She has eight years of industry experience, including roles at City National Bank and RBC Capital Markets since 2018. Outside of finance, she is actively involved in the theater community as an actor, producer, and board member for several nonprofit theater organizations in the Buffalo area. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a wide range of clients including individuals, institutions, and nonprofits. The firm offers various advisory programs with portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing a blend of in-house and third-party investment managers to tailor strategies to clients’ risk profiles.

Donna George is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Williamsville, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 22 years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS from 2014 to 2020 before joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, where she has been since 2020. From 2016 to 2020, she was also a New York State notary. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm’s approach includes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Richard Koch is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. since 2004. In addition to his advisory role, he has been involved with the Lions Blind & Charity Fund, Inc. since 1995 and operates Richard J. Koch, CPA. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm provides financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent financial professionals, offering tailored strategies across multiple custodial platforms and a mix of proprietary and unaffiliated model solutions.

Anthony Blasting is a CFP® and ChFC® with 36 years of experience in the financial services industry. He worked at Northwestern Mutual Investment Management and North Western Mutual Life from 1989 to 2026 before joining Cetera in 2026. He is currently based in West Seneca, NY. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual clients, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of investment management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary program options.

Stephen O'Donnell is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 41 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a baseball umpire with the Niagara Falls Umpire Association. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a wide range of clients, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm utilizes model-driven investment implementation and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and various affiliated financial services.

Joshua Pereira is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since beginning his career in August 2000, he has focused on creating strategies and providing advice tailored to individuals, families, and businesses, with an emphasis on understanding their short- and long-term financial goals. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Saint Bonaventure University. Joshua prioritizes client satisfaction and applies disciplined strategies to assist clients in achieving their financial objectives. He lives in Lakeview, NY with his wife, Meghan, and their two daughters.

Laura O'geen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has worked at M&T Bank since 1992 and at M&T SECURITIES, Inc. for 29 years before joining LPL Financial in 2021. 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 financial planning and investment management services, utilizing both model portfolios and customized strategies to serve its extensive network of advisors and clients.

Blair Leiker is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where they work collaboratively with clients and Financial Consultants to develop comprehensive financial plans tailored to clients' current goals and aspirations. Their role focuses on helping clients work towards achieving a successful financial future. Blair has been with Fidelity Investments since 2017, holding various positions including Relationship Manager from 2021 to 2023, 529 College Planning Service and Help Desk from 2018 to 2021, and Customer Relationship Advocate from 2017 to 2018. This progression reflects experience in client relationship management and financial planning support services.

Justin Reich is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Williamsville, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he worked for nine years at Northtown Automotive Group and spent two years at Fred Beans, with an additional year at Colonial Motors. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients. The firm’s approach includes assessing client risk tolerance and matching them with program models or discretionary managers, utilizing both proprietary and third-party solutions.