Michael Roman Jr. is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2019. His background includes time at the University of Rhode Island and a role at The 'Port Restaurant. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning facilitated by its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm‑approved tools and market simulations.

Joseph Kabulis Jr. is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Brookfield, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 36 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 1989. Outside of advising, he is the owner of Genco Holdings, LLC, a Primerica entity. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed account options primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients, operating under a tiered wrap-fee structure. The firm curates third-party asset managers and delegates trading responsibilities to BNY Mellon Advisors for implementation.

Andrew Redhead is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 63 and 66 credentials and six years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Kovitz Investment Group Partners, Connectus Wealth, UBS Financial Services, and Northwestern Mutual. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines a large scale client base with an integrated approach offering both non-discretionary advice and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by dedicated due diligence and centralized operations.

Ewa Gebicka Dedios is a financial advisor at Merrill with 18 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and has worked at People's United Bank, Bank of America, and Merrill. Her current role is based in Norwalk, CT. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides model-based and discretionary managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Daniel Jensen is a Financial Advisor at Heisler, MacKenzie & Associates, a team within Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill in May 2015 and earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) certification in April 2020. In July 2025, he advanced his career by joining Heisler, MacKenzie & Associates as a Team Financial Advisor. Daniel holds a bachelor's degree from Indiana University, Bloomington. He specializes in family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, and individual and corporate investment strategy. Daniel emphasizes that financial planning is an ongoing process that evolves with clients' changing priorities and life circumstances. His approach involves careful listening, asking insightful questions, and tailoring advice to help clients make confident financial decisions with clarity and focus. Daniel resides in Fairfield, CT with his wife, Megan, their two daughters, and their English Cocker Spaniel. His personal interests include fishing, football, music, reading, soccer, and spending time with his family.

Kjersten Lazar is a CFP® professional with 33 years of industry experience, currently serving at Raymond James & Associates since 2007. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and is based in Somers, NY. Lazar is also a trustee and secretary for Player'e Eye Football Club, contributing to board meeting documentation. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipalities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and municipal advisory services.

Jon Garofalo is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2014, including time with Morgan Stanley Private Bank. His prior experience includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities, Chase Investment Services Corp., BNY Investment Center Inc., Banc of America Investment Services, and Quick & Reilly, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a rental property in Newport, Rhode Island. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning and portfolio management using structured processes and advanced modeling tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Brenner Lecompte is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 15 years of industry experience, currently with Morgan Stanley since 2011 in various roles including Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. Prior to returning to Morgan Stanley, he worked at Clearbridge Investments and Legg Mason. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in faith-based speaking engagements and provides services to the Catholic Leadership Institute. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning and a wide range of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Claire Ross is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with two years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Edelman, Y&R PR (now Goodfuse Communications), Avon Breast Cancer Crusade, and Saks Fifth Avenue. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth households, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Peter Luppino is a financial advisor at Merrill with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 1995 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. 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 developed by internal teams and third-party managers for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

William Flash is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones, where he has worked since 2009. He has 16 years of industry experience. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a director of the Brewster Chamber of Commerce, participates as a board member promoting local businesses in Amherst, and is involved in nonprofit education through presentations on non-violence and social inclusion. He also performs as a musician at community events. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of over 23,000 advisors. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and provides both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies under a fiduciary standard.

Christopher Ellis is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Westport, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. His career includes positions at City National Bank and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves individual, institutional, and corporate clients with a range of advisory programs offering portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm customizes investment strategies based on client risk profiles using both in-house and third-party managers and provides access to alternative investments and integrated financial solutions.

Carissa Marz is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works alongside her team to provide personalized financial strategies tailored to meet the goals and aspirations of their clients. Carissa’s approach emphasizes thorough attention to detail and professional handling of all aspects of the client relationship. She collaborates with her team to leverage Merrill Lynch's resources in delivering comprehensive wealth management services, including college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, retirement income, and tax minimization. Carissa resides in Washington, DC with her husband Ronald Charles Senegal and their children. Together, they enjoy traveling and exploring new experiences.

Alex West is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2024. Prior to this role, Alex served as an Investments Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2024. Alex also has experience as a Private Client Advisor and Private Client Banker at J.P. Morgan Securities, LLC between 2016 and 2022. With 10 years in the financial services industry, Alex collaborates closely with individuals and families to understand their circumstances, values, and aspirations. This approach aids clients in navigating complex financial decisions and developing plans aligned with their priorities. Alex's personal interests include comedy, fitness, football, social events with friends, pets, and traveling.

Benn Albrecht is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2023 and previously held positions at Hudson Valley Credit Union, Instacart, and People's United Bank. Albrecht is also a New York State notary. 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, with investment strategies implemented by advisors through discretionary and non-discretionary approaches.

Brian Mc Koy is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Danbury, CT. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 21 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Mass Mutual Investors Services in 2021, Mc Koy worked at People's United Advisors and People's Securities, Inc. He is the founder and CEO of Money Where Your Muscle Is, Inc., a technology-based wellness and fitness accountability platform. 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 delivers collaborative, annual planning engagements using firm-approved software and offers a range of programs including wrap accounts, money-manager options, and educational seminars.

Max Brouard is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Empower Advisory Group, Personal Capital Advisors Corporation, and J.P. Morgan Securities. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, offering discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm employs centralized investment decisions through a five-member Investment Policy Committee, utilizing quantitative screening, qualitative research, and tax-aware processes to construct globally diversified portfolios.

Careena Melia is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding a Series 66 designation and beginning her advisory career in 2026. Her prior work experience includes roles at Macy's Inc. and Speakeasy Inc., as well as operating her own business, Careena Melia Speaking and Storytelling LLC, since 2013. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, offering financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and model-driven investment implementation through a wide network of investment adviser representatives.

Warren Pena is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with 20 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation and has worked at firms including Northwestern Mutual and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company. In addition to his advisory role, he is a sales agent for individual life and health insurance and owns SoNo Financial LLC, an accounting and bookkeeping entity. MassMutual Investors Services provides financial planning and related services to individuals, business owners, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers asset management, educational seminars, and tailored planning programs addressing areas such as divorce, estate settlement, and employer-sponsored benefits.

Matthew Tackman is a Wealth Management Advisor and partner with The Tackman Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He collaborates with a diverse team to assist clients, primarily corporate executives and entrepreneurs, by managing their financial lives and streamlining their tasks. The group emphasizes consistent and structured client communication, focusing on maximizing the benefits of their clients' wealth for their families and important organizations. Matthew holds several professional designations, including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) earned in 2017, Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) obtained in 2018, Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He provides services to high-net-worth investors with a comprehensive approach that includes wealth strategies, estate planning, wealth transfer, behavioral finance, family dynamics, tax minimization, and legacy planning. Matthew is a graduate of the University of Maryland. He lives in Westport, Connecticut with his wife Rebecca, who is also a University of Maryland graduate, and their three children: Ryan, Hailey, and Quinn. Matthew is involved in his community through the Kings Highway Elementary PTA and enjoys golf, volunteering at his children's schools, and spending time with his family.