Brendan Birdsey is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 29 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Morgan Stanley DW Inc. Birdsey is registered with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and is based in New Haven, CT. He is the owner of Birdsey Wealth Management, LLC, a financial planning and investment firm. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides a broad range of investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers specialized planning services in areas such as business-owner transition, sports and entertainment, special-needs analysis, and divorce planning, using proprietary research and tools to develop tailored client recommendations.

John Culhane is a financial advisor at Cetera with 29 years of industry experience and holds the PFS™ designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His work history includes roles at Avantax Advisory Services and Cincinnati Insurance Co, and he has operated his own CPA practice since 1994. Outside of advising, he is involved in tax preparation and serves as an insurance sales agent. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party investment strategies.

Connor Odell is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he worked at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., and First Republic Bank. He is also associated with Nancy S. Daoud & Associate LLC as an associate financial advisor. 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 recommendations and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Jason Pollack is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Outside of his advisory role, he is also active as a real estate agent at ERA Blanchard in Manchester, CT. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm primarily uses model-driven investment strategies developed by internal and third-party research teams and offers access to third-party asset managers and financial planning services.

Edward Banks Jr. is a financial advisor at Osaic with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Securities America Advisors, National Planning Corporation, and Waddell & Reed. He is also involved in insurance sales through Banks Wealth Management LLC. Osaic Wealth serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients, offering both brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm employs a model-based investment process with options for discretionary managed accounts, third-party managers, and proprietary strategies.

Gregory Romatzick is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in helping clients develop customized wealth planning strategies tailored to their individual circumstances. His focus includes college education planning, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, and retirement income. Gregory holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP®) certification awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., as well as the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA) designations. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from the Charles F. Dolan School of Business at Fairfield University, where he was a member of the rowing team. He resides in Shelton, Connecticut, with his wife, Lizette, and their two children, Oliver and Elodie. Outside of work, Gregory enjoys a variety of activities including swimming, biking, football, racquetball, scuba diving, skiing, soccer, volleyball, and woodworking.

Jackson Seward is a financial professional with one year of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and operates through Wooster Square Advisors, providing financial services. His prior roles include positions at Southern Connecticut State University and YMCA. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutions. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services, delivering investment solutions through a multi-manager platform supported by over 10,000 advisors nationwide.

Jeremy Taubman is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise LLC and holds a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience, including a prior role at Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC. His background also includes work in education and physical therapy. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and charitable entities. The firm uses model-driven portfolios and offers access to third-party asset managers, along with affiliated insurance and trust services.

Gabriel D'amica is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with UBS in various capacities since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Trustees for the First Church of Christ Congregational in Glastonbury, CT, where he is involved in facilities management. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and access to alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, supported by proprietary research and a broad range of capital markets services.

John Grayeski is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at LPL Financial since 2022, following prior roles at People's United Advisors, Inc. and People's Securities, Inc. He has also been affiliated with Sacred Heart University since 1996. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Daniel Velazquez is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Ansonia, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2011 and previously worked at Ameriprise from 2005 to 2011. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, institutions, retirement plan participants, and banks. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Joseph Kemka is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on delivering customized financial strategies to help clients pursue their short- and long-term goals. His approach includes addressing a wide range of client needs such as estate planning, investments, tax minimization, wealth transfer, and retirement income. Joseph leverages extensive experience in financial services to advise clients, including those who have recently undergone business sales or liquidity events. He emphasizes understanding clients’ priorities to develop strategies tailored to their unique financial circumstances. He also integrates access to banking services focused on strategic and personalized financial guidance. Joseph holds a Bachelor's Degree from Marist College and holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA).

Thomas Hobin Jr. is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 19 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His prior work includes roles at Key Investment Services LLC, Citizens Securities Inc., Santander Securities LLC, Santander Bank, and Merrill. 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Raymond Passero is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise who holds a Series 63 designation and has 30 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, and David Lerner Associates. Outside of his advisory work, he is a licensed CPA providing tax preparation and accounting services. LPL Enterprise serves a broad client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, and offers access to financial planning, third-party asset managers, and various advisory wrap programs.

Meghan Annunziato is a financial advisor at Merrill with five years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Her prior experience includes roles at Woodbridge International and the University of Connecticut. She has been with Merrill since 2021 and concurrently associated with Bank of America since 2025. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies designed for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Matthew Hurwitz is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 20 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. His career includes roles at Ameriprise Financial Services Inc. and David Lerner Associates, Inc. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning through written recommendations and annual reviews, using proprietary research and algorithmic tools within a defined investment framework.

Jacklyn Hart is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and six years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at LPL Financial, FIN Compliance as a Compliance Manager, and Nia Impact Advisors LLC. She is also involved with FIN Compliance outside of her advisory role. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive research and technology tools.

Roland Wauthier is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been serving the financial needs of families and executives since joining the firm in 1997. His experience encompasses areas such as retirement planning, business transitions, legacy planning, liquidity management, and portfolio management services. Roland graduated from Western Connecticut State University’s Ancell School of Business with a major in finance and a minor in accounting. He has pursued advanced financial education, including programs at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton Executive Education and Fairfield University’s College for Financial Planning. He earned the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification in 2007 and the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) designation in 2009. He also holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. Outside of his professional activities, Roland participates in community volunteering and enjoys outdoor activities such as biking, cooking, hiking, music, and skiing.

David Chorney is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has 35 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Securities America Advisors and National Planning Corporation. Outside of his advisory work, Chorney is a business owner involved in art and photography and serves on the board of a nonprofit organization. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers various investment advisory services through a large network of representatives, with access to model portfolios, third-party asset managers, and institutional platforms.

Ryan Verdi is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services and holds a Series 66 designation. He has recently begun his career in the financial industry, having prior experience at LogicSource and working with various country clubs. Outside of finance, he is involved with 3 Strong Bros, an entrepreneurial venture he has been part of since 2020. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC 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 provides specialized planning programs, including divorce and estate settlement services.