Kristina Chan Sickmond is a CFP® with eight years of industry experience, currently with UBS Financial Services in Rochester, NY. Before joining UBS in 2026, she spent six years at Manning & Napier Advisors, LLC and associated entities. She also worked at Adagio Ballet for five years prior to her advisory career. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory offerings, combining proprietary research and model-based asset allocation to tailor financial plans. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, offering a broad range of investment and capital markets solutions.

Caleb Sharp is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has held positions at UBS since 2022. Prior to his current role, his career included work in real estate and staffing. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and access to mutual funds and alternative products. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and provides research-driven, model-based asset allocation tailored to clients' goals and risk tolerances.

Colin Mc Gaugh is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Rochester, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2019 and has prior work history including roles at Oak Hill Country Club and St. John Fisher College. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with tailored investment strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers, supported by a broad range of custody, brokerage, and financial planning services.

Donald Savino Jr. is a financial advisor at OSAIC in Rochester, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 40 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc., Private Advisor Group, LLC, and LPL Financial, LLC. Outside of advisory work, he serves as treasurer of the Livingston Country Club, overseeing the club’s finances. OSAIC serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services along with access to third-party money managers and wrap programs.

Vincent Battaglia is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Rochester, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2007 and has also worked at Mcdonald Investments Inc. since 1998. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and offers proprietary research and varied capital markets services.

Susan Jenkins is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 29 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and has been with UBS since 2016. Jenkins serves as an officer for the Lithuanian Heritage Society of Rochester. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a wide range of brokerage and investment advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management solutions.

Daniel Benati is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 29 years of industry experience. He has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Raya Farooque is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. She began her advisory career in 2026 with UBS after prior roles at JPMorgan & Chase, Vanguard, and experience in behavioral health and retail sectors. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and proprietary research to tailor plans aligned with clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Brian Murray is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Rochester, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 26 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at ESL Investment Services, KeyBank, and First Niagara Bank. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Kelly Zito is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the ChFC® and Series 63 designations and bringing 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, Kelly worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors from 2015 to 2025. Kelly is also a Notary Public in New York State. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios, research, and technology-driven approaches.

Abigail Creary is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Stifel and Constellation Brands, as well as work in education and food service. She also has experience working with Shadow Lake Golf & Restaurant. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, and it serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Christopher Sassone is a CFP® professional with 24 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera in Rochester, NY. He has held roles at Cetera Wealth Services, Avantax Advisory Services, and 1ST Global Advisors, among others. Outside of his advisory work, Sassone serves on the board of the Small Business Council of Rochester, where he is also the treasurer, and is a board member of Premier Community Relations, a nonprofit focused on fundraising for charitable causes. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services through a multi-manager platform with over 10,000 advisors and $256 billion in assets under management.

Cary Greenberg is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, with prior experience at Citigroup Global Markets starting in 1999. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning processes that utilize advanced modeling tools without offering individual security recommendations as part of standalone planning.

Michael Chabalik is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Rochester, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services, Bank of America, and Merrill Lynch. He also serves on the Finance Committee of the Irondequoit Country Club, providing guidance on capital projects and financial matters. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through Financial Advisors and its Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Melisa Beauchesne-Ellis is a Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2026. She has progressed through various roles within Fidelity Investments since 2019, including Vice President, Financial Consultant, Financial Consultant, and Investment Consultant. Prior to joining Fidelity, she held positions at Paychex, Mutual of America, and Bank of America Private Bank. In her role, Melisa focuses on delivering a client-centered experience by analyzing clients' financial situations and collaborating on strategies aligned with their goals. Her approach emphasizes creating a safe space for discussion, guided by her core values of kindness, curiosity, and reliability. Outside of her professional work, Melisa enjoys biking, board games, skiing, exploring food, parenthood, and volunteering.

Karen Verrone is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, coordinating the financial affairs for a select group of families and businesses in the Rochester, NY area. She employs a goals-based wealth management process to address the financial priorities and concerns relevant to her clients, their families, or their businesses. Karen leverages Merrill’s extensive network of wealth management planning and investment resources, working alongside a team of specialists to provide personalized advice and guidance to help clients pursue their financial goals. Karen began her career in the financial industry in 1977 at Merrill. She holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) certification, the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation, as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. She earned a bachelor's degree from SUNY Brockport, where she also coached track and speedskating. Karen lives in Webster, NY with her husband, Robert, and they have three children. She serves as president of the Rochester Speed Skating Club and organizes and volunteers in teaching speed skating to kids in her community.

Michael Johnson is a Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®) with 38 years of industry experience. He has worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation for 27 years before joining LPL Financial in 2025. Johnson is based in Rochester, NY. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning and a variety of advisory programs, employing both discretionary and non-discretionary management strategies supported by LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Matthew Schlicht is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Rochester, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 16 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2022, he worked at Merrill for ten years. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory and brokerage services to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning that incorporates firm-approved tools and models. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers a broad range of investment and planning programs.

Edward Laders is a financial advisor at Cetera with 44 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. Prior to joining Cetera in 2025, he worked at Concourse Financial Group Securities Inc for 15 years and has been involved with The Independent Advisor Network LLC since 2010, where he serves as President and Owner. He also acts as Executive Director of Association Benefit Services, providing support and services related to fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large network of over 10,000 independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management options, including discretionary and non-discretionary services, leveraging affiliated and third-party managers.

Kathryn Castro is a CFP® and Series 66-registered financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Fairport, NY, and has 17 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2008. Castro serves on the board of the Collaborative Law Association of the Rochester Area. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver personalized recommendation reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its institutional platform.