Wendy Hindman Hauck is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with one year of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at the Department of State and HomeServices Lending. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm‑approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and supports clients through both direct and employer-sponsored planning services.

Timothy Kelly is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 44 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with UBS since 2010. The firm serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by combining brokerage and investment advisory services, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and a range of alternative products. UBS integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, supported by proprietary research and a comprehensive platform of capital markets services.

Christopher J. Kral is a Senior Financial Advisor and Managing Director with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill since 1989 and has held various roles including Senior Financial Consultant, Vice President, First Vice President, and Senior Vice President. In his current role, he works with corporations, business owners, and executives to establish and support corporate retirement plans, and collaborates with clients on cash management and credit facilities for businesses. Chris has been recognized on the Financial Times Top 401 Retirement Plan Advisers list consistently, including in 2020 for the sixth consecutive year. He holds professional designations such as Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Villanova University. In addition to his professional work, Chris is a past member of the Patterson Club and is involved with the First Tee of Connecticut chapter. His personal interests include golf, skiing, fishing, and ice hockey. He resides in Fairfield, CT with his wife and their three children.

Bruce Iacono is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JP Morgan Chase Bank since 2018, following six years at AXA Advisors LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program that focuses on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process is supported by centralized due diligence combining quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework.

William Caso is a financial advisor at Cetera with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Insurance Agency. Caso is also a CPA providing tax preparation and accounting services and serves as treasurer of the Kawanis Club of Danbury. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual clients, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing multiple program structures and a suite of affiliated and third-party investment solutions.

Robert Giampe is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Danbury, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 28 years of industry experience. He previously worked for Prudential Equity Group, LLC from 1998 to 2003. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an executor for an estate in Poughkeepsie, NY. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a combination of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics.

Derek Sabine is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience. He currently works at LPL Financial, where he has been since 2017. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, he is a photography business owner offering art for sale online. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Jared White is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at firms including Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Kestra Advisory, and UBS Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Compass Capital Management, providing investment advisory and financial planning services through affiliated entities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment advisor serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a variety of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to third-party asset managers, with a range of investment strategies executed on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Matthew Honig is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Ridgefield, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2025, he worked at Elevance Health and Oppenheimer, and has held various roles at Northeastern University, McKinsey & Co., Alkali Partners, Andersen, Lincoln Brokerage, and Saint Peter’s Prep. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of investment advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Julia Strickland is currently a Branch Leader, leveraging her experience to guide clients in achieving financial stability and success. In her role, she collaborates closely with local individuals, families, and small businesses to develop and implement personalized financial strategies that align with their unique goals. Julia focuses on simplifying complex financial concepts to empower clients to make informed decisions about their financial futures. She has held various positions in the financial sector, including Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments since 2023, Financial Solutions Advisor and Assistant Vice President at Merrill from 2020 to 2023, and ADP Relationship Manager at Bank of America between 2019 and 2020. Outside of her professional career, Julia has interests in art, fitness, music, traveling, and volunteering.

Robert Hoffman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 48 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services, UBS Financial Services, and several other firms. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, with advisory services delivered by a large network of representatives using both proprietary and third-party strategies.

Bernard Reidy Jr. is a financial advisor with Merrill who holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for the St. Patricks Day Parade Foundation in New York City, primarily involved in fundraising activities. 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 both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Lisa Patton is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Danbury, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and possessing 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Outside of her advisory work, she is a notary public. 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 supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Michael Tiefenthaler is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Westport, CT, holding a Series 66 license and six years of industry experience. His career includes positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A., and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. He has also worked in roles outside the financial industry, including at Augusta National Golf Club and Shore and Country Club. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory services to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning that utilizes firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides both direct and corporate financial planning solutions.

Laura Haynes is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Westport, CT, holding a Series 66 license and with 25 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Merrill, UBS Financial Services, Mass Mutual Investors Services, and Webster Bank. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Robert Mueller is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Westport, CT, holding a Series 63 designation and 44 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Citigroup Global Markets, and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, he manages a sole proprietorship focused on real estate property management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process emphasizes structured discovery and analytical tools, offering tailored advice without individual security recommendations in standalone plans.

Emma Leibell is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Westport, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. She has been with UBS Financial Services since 2019 and previously worked at the University of Connecticut from 2015 to 2019. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers a broad range of financial products and capital markets services.

Betty Basilone is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and joined Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network in 2026. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as a power of attorney for her spouse. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and develops tailored recommendations using proprietary research and tools.

John Culhane is a financial advisor at Cetera with 29 years of industry experience and holds the PFS™ designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His work history includes roles at Avantax Advisory Services and Cincinnati Insurance Co, and he has operated his own CPA practice since 1994. Outside of advising, he is involved in tax preparation and serves as an insurance sales agent. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party investment strategies.

Ross Mannino is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Wilton, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2009. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations primarily for clients holding assets in Ameriprise-managed accounts.