Cheng Ji is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise, Cheng worked at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, and Jnz Capital. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities through its network of investment adviser representatives. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and a range of non-securities products and services.

William Pretory is a financial advisor with Cetera Wealth Services LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and 21 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at LPL Financial and Invest Financial Corporation. He is also active as Director of Planning at Wealthspring Financial Partners LLC and as a Wealth Management Advisor at Nisivoccia Wealth Advisors LLC. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a nationwide network of independent advisors, providing a broad range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services to individuals, employer-sponsored plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers multiple program options and investment platforms, including model portfolios, third-party managers, and customized strategies.

Christopher Ashton is a Senior Financial Advisor and First Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his financial services career in 2005 and is a third-generation financial advisor. Christopher and his father formed The Ashton Group to offer clients a broader array of services and focused attention. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and holds the Personal Investment Advisor designation. Christopher's expertise spans portfolio management, individual and corporate investment strategies, college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. He is a qualified Portfolio Manager capable of managing personalized or defined strategies that may include individual stocks, bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies, sometimes on a discretionary basis through the firm's Investment Advisory Program. Christopher holds a Bachelor's Degree from Rutgers University, where he was a four-year letter winner on the Track and Field team. Prior to his financial services career, he obtained property, casualty, life, and health insurance licenses. He lives in Tewksbury, New Jersey, with his wife and two daughters, maintaining a small farm. Christopher is an Eagle Scout and actively participates in local community and philanthropic groups. His personal interests include adventure sports, basketball, boating, camping, fishing, football, hunting, skiing, soccer, and spending time with his family.

Stephen Walker Jr. is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with over 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 1995. In addition to his advisory role, he owns WX3 Practice Management, a practice management business. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service that focuses on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Eugenia Grigorian is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with one year of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Ameriprise, she worked in various roles including teaching and coaching at Rising Stars Studio of Dance, where she continues as a dance coach. She also operates a personal online jewelry store on Etsy. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and annual retirement-income planning focused on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Zachary Little is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill since 2018, holding roles that include Senior Portfolio Advisor. Zachary is recognized for building strong, enduring relationships with families, focusing on understanding their financial history, current situation, and future goals to support their journey toward financial freedom. Zachary's expertise encompasses areas such as college education planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his Bachelor's degree in Finance from Rutgers University. Outside of his professional work, Zachary enjoys spending time with his family and engages in activities such as golf, fishing, baseball, cooking, football, hiking, pickleball, reading, and watching movies.

Brandon Leung is currently the Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, where he leads a team of financial professionals dedicated to assisting clients in achieving their financial goals and ensuring peace of mind. In this role, he emphasizes a collaborative approach, working closely with clients and their families to develop personalized wealth management plans. Brandon's professional experience spans various roles within the financial services industry. Prior to his current position, he served as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2025. His background also includes positions as an Insurance Advisor at The Fortis Agency LLC, Founder and Managing Partner of Invictus Financial Partners LLC, Internal Advisor Consultant at New York Life Investment Management LLC, Financial Consultant at JPMorgan Chase, and Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Edge. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Brandon has interests that include food, football, social events, movies, pets, and volunteering.

Stephen Croghan is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise Financial Service, LLC since 1993 and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2005 to 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of the North Hunterdon Rotary Club. He is also the owner of Three Bridges Wealth Advisors LLC, a financial planning and investment firm. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Meghan Casey is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Milford, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials with 11 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in real estate management through River Rock Management LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Timothy Stevens is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 39 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2011, including time with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. His prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services supported by firm-approved tools and the Global Investment Committee’s models. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides financial plans primarily in an advisory capacity.

Dustin Lindley is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Clinton, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 16 years of industry experience. He previously worked at PRUCO Securities, LLC and The Prudential Insurance Company of America from 2009 to 2018 before joining Edward Jones in 2018. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions through a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Richard Panchery is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Hillsborough, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at UBS since 2000. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a passive referral associate with the Passaic County Board of Realtors Referral Network. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Nikos Antivachis is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 credentials and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation for 10 years and is managing member of two insurance-related firms, Jona Income Solutions LLC and Carlton Risk Management, LLC. Outside of his advisory roles, he serves as a board member and travel/tournament director for the Branchburg Baseball Club. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services with access to multiple advisory platforms, third-party money managers, and unified managed accounts. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, automated rebalancing, and supports various portfolio management approaches to meet client needs.

Martine Pate is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She focuses on helping clients develop personalized wealth management strategies tailored to their unique financial goals, including legacy planning, personal retirement planning, women and wealth, and retirement income. Martine works closely with clients to create flexible strategies that adapt to changing market conditions while providing access to Merrill’s investment insights and Bank of America’s banking and lending solutions. Martine holds a Bachelor's Degree from Wagner College and is designated as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). In addition to her professional work, she is involved in community volunteer activities, reflecting her commitment to the communities Merrill Lynch serves.

Robert Connelly is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. His prior work includes eight years at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. Schwab offers both non-discretionary advisory relationships with periodic recommendations and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by its integrated operational structure and multi-asset model portfolios.

Michael Vespucci Paxson is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He partners with clients to help them create, implement, and maintain their personal financial plans, aiming to be a trusted consultant by understanding their priorities and guiding them to suitable strategies and resources offered by Fidelity. Michael has worked with Fidelity Investments in various roles since 2015, including Financial Consultant from 2015 to 2019, Planning Consultant from 2020 to 2023, and Financial Consultant since 2023. He holds a California Insurance License.

Michael Nisivoccia is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 16 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Allied Wealth Partners and Securian Financial Services. He is also involved in selling term life, long-term care insurance, and fixed annuities. 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 advisory and brokerage services through a broad network and provides access to various investment strategies and institutional platforms.

Andrew Rathbun is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 21 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. for eight years. Rathbun is also the owner of Andrew J Rathbun Marketing Advisors, LLC, a marketing consulting business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of investment advisory programs and maintains a large network of financial advisors and branch offices across the country.

Mark Oslebo is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 44 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial and has previously worked at The Investment Center Inc and Intervest International Equities Corporation. He also has ongoing involvement in non-variable insurance commission activities outside of his advisory work. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of solutions including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Sonya Ashley is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Piscataway, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. She has worked with Primerica Financial Services and Primerica Advisors since 1990. Outside of advisory activities, she is involved in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed account options primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure for its services.