Scott Cox is a Senior Financial Advisor based in Princeton, NJ, serving within Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the position of the Barry Team's business manager. Scott has more than a decade of experience with Merrill Lynch, specializing in servicing 401(k), Pension, and Stock Option plans. Throughout his career, he has focused on connecting various aspects of clients' financial lives to help prioritize and pursue their key goals. Scott earned his Bachelor's degree and an MBA in Finance from Rutgers University. He holds professional designations including Certified Equity Professional (CEP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is fluent in both English and Spanish. Scott resides in Whitehouse Station, NJ with his wife, Rishita, and their two daughters, Jiyana and Anaya. Outside of work, he enjoys exercising, traveling, and learning about different cultures, and he is a fan of the New York Giants, Rangers, and Yankees.

Jason Arbittier is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2008. Merrill, together 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

James Burrows II is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Previously, he worked at Prudential Equity Group, LLC from 2002 to 2003. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a power of attorney for his son. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations. The firm provides investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing research and analytics to support its investment approach.

Willard Schriver III is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with PL Hospitality Group LLC, where he occasionally works bartending shifts on weekends. Merrill, together 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 supported by internal and third-party managers for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Albert Merz is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Monmouth Junction, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and possessing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2000. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Kevin Aridas is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in Princeton, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Equitable Advisors and Mondo. Outside of finance, he has experience working as an employee at Squan Tavern, a restaurant in Manasquan, New Jersey. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Lyudmyla Baranov is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2017. Prior to joining Merrill, she worked at Dressbarn for one year. Outside of her advisory role, she assists on weekends with data entry for her husband's histology consulting business. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Teddy Lafharis is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. His career includes prior roles at Merrill, Banc of America Investment Services, and A. G. Edwards & Sons. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, utilizing research and analytics grounded in diversification principles and modern portfolio theory.

April Stephens is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith since 2016. Stephens holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and is based in Pennington, NJ. Merrill, together 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

John Ventriello is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 41 years of industry experience. He has worked extensively at Merrill, including a long tenure from 1979 to 2017, and held a position at Morgan Stanley from 2017 to 2019 before returning to Merrill in 2019. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Michael Daoust is a financial advisor at Merrill with 28 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has worked at Merrill since 2004, with a five-year tenure at Harrisdirect LLC between 2011 and 2016. He is based in Pennington, NJ. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Catherine Coleman is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, focusing on providing comprehensive financial services to women and families. She offers expertise in areas such as college education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, LGBT wealth planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, and retirement income. Catherine serves as a trusted partner to her clients, aiming to simplify complex financial matters and manage details to empower informed decision-making without day-to-day burdens. Catherine holds a Bachelor's Degree from Montclair State University and is designated as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Her approach is centered on delivering peace of mind and confidence to her clients by handling their financial needs and developing relationships grounded in trust. Beyond her professional role, Catherine is involved with various organizations including Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, Heartworks, Let's Talk Women's Health & Wellness, and the National Eating Disorders Association. Her personal interests include hiking, ice skating, interior decorating, music, reading, spending time with family, tennis, traveling, watching movies, and writing.

Varun Raghuveer is a financial advisor with Merrill holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He previously worked at Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Bruce Berman is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets based in Princeton, NJ. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 44 years of industry experience. Prior to joining RBC Capital Markets in 2021, he worked at UBS Financial Services for 10 years. He serves on the board of the Institute of Leadership and Institutional Development, which provides tutoring services to underprivileged children. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutions, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and employs tailored investment strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers.

Ruchi Rao Rangaraju is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan in various capacities since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Chitra Arora is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in managing several real estate ventures jointly owned with her spouse. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, delivering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, offering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis supported by an in-house manager solutions team and a centralized due-diligence framework.

Damon Matzek is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings nearly 20 years of experience in the financial services industry to his work, focusing on helping successful individuals pursue their goals through personalized strategies. His approach involves listening to and understanding his clients' needs and aspirations to develop tailored solutions that aim to alleviate financial burdens and provide clients with more time. Before entering financial services, Damon began his professional career in the Food and Hospitality Industry, where he developed skills in customer service and teamwork by working with individuals with different skill sets to ensure the best experience for guests. He applies these experiences to his current role to enhance client interactions and service. Damon holds a Bachelor's Degree from Columbia University and has earned professional designations including Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of work, he is an avid runner who often spends time on the road pursuing this interest.

Matthew Duhaime is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he assists clients in understanding their financial circumstances and developing personalized financial plans. He collaborates with advisors to implement strategies aimed at achieving long-term objectives such as retirement, wealth accumulation, and income planning. Matthew has held various roles within Fidelity Investments since 2023, including Relationship Manager and Financial Representative. Prior to his current tenure, he worked as a High Net Worth Consultant at TIAA from 2014 to 2017 and began his career as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2013 to 2014. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Matthew engages in activities such as biking, hiking, music, running, skiing, and swimming.

Natacha Smith is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 21 years of industry experience. She has worked with LPL Financial since 2011, with a brief tenure at 1st GLOBAL ADVISORS, Inc. and 1st GLOBAL CAPITAL CORP. from 2018 to 2019. 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 through a large network of advisers, utilizing various portfolio strategies and technology tools to support client accounts.

Corry Stapleton is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America and Aerotek, as well as a position at Rowan University. 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 supported by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.