Christopher Gent is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses, with 52 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Parkland Securities and SPC. Outside of his advisory role, Gent serves as a voluntary board member of the Ron Roley Foundation, which promotes public awareness for pancreatic cancer, and is a board member-emeritus of the American School for the Deaf. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a nationwide network of independent advisors serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with access to discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and various program structures designed to accommodate diverse client needs.

Lei Wang is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 31 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation and Series 66 license. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2025, he worked for Lincoln Financial Advisors for 24 years. Outside of his advisory role, Wang is an author and operates an entity offering traditional fixed insurance, annuities, and long-term care insurance. OSAIC serves a diverse clientele including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisors and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with a focus on portfolio construction using asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and access to third-party money managers.

Jennifer Heims is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Avon, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. She has worked at Ameriprise since 2018, following prior roles at Cornerstone Capital Partners Inc., N.A. and Hrc Investment Services, Inc. Outside of advising, she holds timeshare condominium units at Mount Snow Resort. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations delivered in partnership with financial advisors.

Yaqarah Sage is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in West Hartford, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with four years of industry experience. Their prior roles include positions at Goldman Sachs, Raymond James Financial Services, and Marinelli Wealth Management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide array of advisory programs for individual and institutional clients, featuring tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analysis from its Global Investment Committee. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through both direct client relationships and Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Marlene Lambert is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Edward Jones and BPM Financial Ltd. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a broad client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm’s integration with Bank of America allows access to a wide range of products and services beyond typical investment management.

E. Loomis is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in West Hartford, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and previously at MetLife Securities Inc. from 2016 to 2017. Outside of advisory work, Loomis is also an insurance agent involved in property and casualty insurance brokerage. Mass Mutual 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, employing a collaborative, annual financial planning process that utilizes firm-approved analytical tools.

Sophie Stevens is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 39 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, Raymond James Financial Services, Liberty Bank, and Simsbury Bank & Trust Co. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured financial planning tools such as Monte Carlo simulations as part of its advisory services.

Nicholas Stager is a financial advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on developing personalized wealth management strategies that address various client needs, including family wealth management, legacy planning, liquidity management, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. His approach includes evaluating a wide range of financial scenarios to analyze risk, return, and asset longevity, providing comprehensive support that encompasses all aspects of a client's financial life. Nicholas holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Connecticut and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is involved in the American Sailing Association and contributes to his community through The Hometown Foundation. His commitment to transparency, integrity, and client-centric service guides his work as he seeks to empower clients in making informed decisions about their financial future. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Nicholas enjoys a range of outdoor activities such as adventure sports, boating, golfing, hiking, skiing, as well as antiquing, cooking, and traveling. His personal philosophy emphasizes building strong relationships with families, businesses, and non-profits, supported by his passion for learning and serving his community.

Douglas Dandrea is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and previously at Metlife Securities from 2014 to 2017. Mass Mutual Investors Services operates as a subsidiary of MassMutual, providing financial planning and investment advisory services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers asset management, wrap and money-manager programs, and educational seminars.

Devon Kevetos is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 credential and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he has held various roles in retail and service industries, including positions at Marshalls, Target, and Square Peg Pizzeria. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and financial planning services to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm utilizes structured planning tools and investment models to support tailored financial planning, with clients responsible for plan implementation and updates.

Robert Hensley is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 55 years of industry experience. His career includes work with Advantage Capital Corporation and the founding of Robert Hensley & Associates. Outside of his advisory roles, he serves on the board of trustees and investment committee for the nonprofit McLean Home and is a board member of the Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center, as well as a trustee for St. Catherine of Siena parish. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm supporting a nationwide network of independent advisors. It serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts, offering diverse portfolio management and financial planning options through a multi-manager platform.

Michael Salcedo is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at TD Ameritrade for six years before joining Fisher Investments in 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a Technical Sergeant in the Air National Guard, focusing on military service and management. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, providing discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes. The firm employs a centralized investment process combining quantitative and qualitative research to construct diversified portfolios and offers a range of services including sub-advisory and retirement plan management.

Carlos Salmon is a CFP® professional with 11 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, and Key Private Bank. He serves as an elected board member on the finance committee of Hebrew Senior Care and is involved with the Financial Planning Association of Connecticut as director and programs co-chair. Salmon also manages Kyros Consulting, offering tennis lessons, speaking engagements, and general consulting. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC provides investment advisory services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with access to model portfolios, third-party managers, and customized strategies across various program structures.

Elizabeth Greak is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc. and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. She has 33 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Securities America Advisors, Inc., Investacorp Advisory Services, and her own firm, Comer & Greak Financial Consultants, where she continues to provide investment advisory services. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base ranging from individual investors to institutional entities, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services with a focus on asset allocation, risk management, and access to multiple investment platforms and third-party managers.

Robert Fiondella Jr. is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with three years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previous experience at M Holdings Securities, Inc., Fiondella Insurance and Retirement Planning, Anchored Finance, and Automatic USA. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research from internal and third-party sources.

Matthew Conroy is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with the firm since 2025 and has prior involvement in community roles with East Haddam Parks & Recreation and local soccer clubs. MassMutual Investors Services 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 programs, focusing on collaborative, goal-oriented client relationships.

Jonathan Andrews is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 17 years of industry experience. He has worked with People's Securities, Inc. since 2014 and joined LPL Financial in 2022. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches supported by research and model portfolios.

Benjamin Marlor is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds the Series 66 designation. He has five years of industry experience, including roles at BlackRock Investment Management and Nasdaq Execution Services prior to joining MassMutual. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved tools to develop collaborative, goal-oriented plans.

Scott Jeamel is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has worked with Charles Schwab since 1990 and Charles Schwab Bank, SSB since 2005. 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 non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, delivering investment guidance through multi-asset model portfolios supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Jim Foley is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2023. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2015, progressing through roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Retirement Relationship Manager, and Retirement Solutions Representative. His approach to financial advising is informed by his background in psychology, which guides his understanding of clients' goals and the emotional aspects of investing. He focuses on planning and implementing financial strategies tailored to individual client needs. Outside of his professional work, Jim enjoys bowling, comedy, football, social events with friends, golf, and traveling.