Ryan Breen is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones, PartnerRe Asset Management, and White Mountains Advisors LLC. Breen is also active as an independent insurance agent for various agencies. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts by providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services. The firm offers a range of investment solutions through independent financial professionals, utilizing multiple custody platforms and proprietary as well as third-party model strategies.

Michael Taverner is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 credential and 20 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL in 2019, he worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2015 to 2019. Outside of advisory work, he is the owner of Global Beaute LLC, a bathroom remodeling business. LPL Financial serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Christopher Ratineri serves as a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With over 25 years of experience at Merrill Lynch, he focuses on assisting business owners, physicians, and multigenerational families with personal retirement planning and managing workplace 401(k) plans. He holds the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®) and Certified 401(k) Professional (C(k)P®) designations, and functions as a Portfolio Manager within Merrill's Investment Advisory Program, managing personalized investment strategies that may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill Lynch model portfolios, ETFs, and third-party investment options. Christopher's approach centers on educating clients and simplifying financial readiness by breaking down complex topics into clear terms and guiding clients through each step. He emphasizes a client-centered, structured methodology applicable to various financial goals and leads a team with over 125 years of combined experience, including Trust and Mortgage Specialists, to support clients comprehensively. His team has been recognized on the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams list for four consecutive years from 2023 to 2026. Christopher is a U.S. Navy and Desert Storm veteran who holds a high school diploma from Eli Whitney. His community involvement includes contributions to the Connecticut Food Bank, regular blood donations to the Red Cross, participation in Take a Vet Fishing, and support for the Wounded Warrior Project. He is also a husband, father, and a practitioner of Tang Soo Do martial arts with interests in baseball, boxing, chess, football, genealogy, music, photography, reading, family time, and watching movies.

Althea Mortensen is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Her prior work history includes roles at Mount Holyoke College and UMass Amherst. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Tessa Bridges is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services and has experience outside finance, including a role at Gusto Trattoria Italian Restaurant. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Matthew Christopher is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Durham, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial, formerly LINSCO/PRIVATE LEDGER CORP., since 2000. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Financial Benefits Unlimited, a non-variable insurance business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including model portfolios and retirement plan consulting, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to research and diverse investment strategies.

Mark Wingfield is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Madison, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at LPL Financial, The Investment Center, Inc., and Northwestern Mutual. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers planning services both directly and through corporate agreements.

Paul Raymond is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses, with 39 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. for six years before joining LPL Financial in 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as head coach for the girls varsity tennis team at St. Paul Catholic High School and is a board member for two nonprofit organizations. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and corporations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning and advisory programs supported by research and various model portfolio options.

Brian Mc Laughlin is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 1999 and has served at Liberty Bank as an associate since 2015. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and analytical tools, and it supports municipal and public finance through a unique municipal advisor affiliation.

John Barnes is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 35 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, following a tenure at Citigroup Global Markets beginning in 1998. Outside of his advisory role, Barnes serves on the finance committee at St. John's Episcopal Church and is a member of the nominating committee at the Hartford Golf Club. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured, tool-based planning process supported by its Global Investment Committee’s research.

Andrew Garstang is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2012. Outside of advising, he serves as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Marketing Officer for Watermark Management Partners and is President of the Southington-Cheshire Community YMCA Board of Managers. He is also a Connecticut-appointed notary public providing free notary services to clients. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and advisory services delivered through a centralized retirement-income consulting team to support its clients.

Ashmal Baig is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Baig has been with Wells Fargo since 2022 and previously worked in retail and education sectors. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, providing investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm utilizes research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources, applying diversification principles and modern portfolio theory in its investment evaluations.

Michael Moran is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Minnesota Life and Securian Financial Services Inc. for 20 years, as well as ownership of The Hired Brush, a residential interior painting business. Outside of finance, he is an artist and a football official. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to a multi-manager platform with options ranging from model portfolios to bespoke strategies.

Tanya Parker is the Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments' New Haven Investor Center. In this role, she focuses on delivering wealth planning strategies that help clients understand their financial goals, develop and maintain their relationship with Fidelity, and work towards a confident financial future. She has held the position of Branch Leader at Fidelity since 2023. Prior to this, Tanya worked as a Registered Wealth Management Client Associate at Merrill Lynch from 2018 to 2023, and as a Senior Regional Sales Consultant at Prudential Annuities from 2008 to 2016. Her professional experience spans wealth management, client relationship development, and financial planning. Outside of her professional work, Tanya enjoys activities such as spending time at the beach, gardening, hiking, and traveling.

Jay Pinto is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding CFP®, Series 63, and Series 65 credentials, and has 31 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation for 16 years. He also provides financial planning and consulting services through Summit Planning Group LLC, an independent registered investment advisor. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement consulting services supported by research and a variety of portfolio management options.

Harold Hartmann Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the CFP® designation and Series 63 and 66 licenses, with 17 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at OSAIC and Sagepoint Financial, Inc., and he has led Hartmann & Company Inc. since 2006, which provides tax preparation and accounting services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management strategies supported by in-house and third-party research.

Ronald Gallant is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Sagepoint Financial Inc., Cambridge Investment Research, and TD Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in real estate through ownership and partnership in several LLCs focused on property acquisition and management. OSAIC serves a diverse range of clients, including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple platforms. The firm utilizes a variety of asset-allocation tools and supports discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios spanning stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.

John La France is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at MassMutual Life Insurance Company and several other firms. Outside of advising, he is also engaged in insurance brokerage, focusing on life, disability, long-term care, fixed annuities, and health products. MassMutual 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 through structured, annual planning engagements using firm-approved analytical tools.

Noah Baskin is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. He works with individuals and families to navigate important financial decisions, focusing on early wealth building through the transition into retirement. Noah emphasizes the importance of clear planning and provides personalized guidance using a disciplined approach to long-term investing. Prior to his current role, Noah served as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2024 and as a Financial Representative at the same firm from 2022 to 2023. His experience at Fidelity Investments spans several roles, allowing him to develop expertise in financial consulting and investment strategies. Outside of his professional work, Noah has interests in fitness, museums, pets, skiing, and traveling.

William Little is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Woodbridge, CT, holding a Series 66 designation with nine years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2018 and previously worked as a high school soccer coach. Outside of advisory work, he has managed rental properties, including tenant relations and property maintenance. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of investment solutions including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.