Scott Cox is a Senior Financial Advisor based in Princeton, NJ, serving within Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the position of the Barry Team's business manager. Scott has more than a decade of experience with Merrill Lynch, specializing in servicing 401(k), Pension, and Stock Option plans. Throughout his career, he has focused on connecting various aspects of clients' financial lives to help prioritize and pursue their key goals. Scott earned his Bachelor's degree and an MBA in Finance from Rutgers University. He holds professional designations including Certified Equity Professional (CEP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is fluent in both English and Spanish. Scott resides in Whitehouse Station, NJ with his wife, Rishita, and their two daughters, Jiyana and Anaya. Outside of work, he enjoys exercising, traveling, and learning about different cultures, and he is a fan of the New York Giants, Rangers, and Yankees.

Jason Arbittier is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2008, based in Pennington, NJ. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a broad range of investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm integrates model-based and discretionary strategies with access to a wider set of products through its connection to Bank of America.

James Burrows II is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following a seven-year tenure at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as power of attorney for his son. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Willard Schriver III is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved part-time with PL Hospitality Group LLC, where he occasionally works bartending shifts. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a broad range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Cynthia Spekhart is a CFP® professional with 27 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is currently with OSAIC and has prior experience at Woodbury Financial Services and Questar Asset Management. In addition to her advisory roles, she is also an attorney specializing in trust and estate law and real estate closings. OSAIC serves a diversified client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, and charitable organizations, through a broad network of advisers. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to offer tailored investment solutions.

Kevin Aridas is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Princeton, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Equitable Advisors and Mondo. Outside of finance, he has experience working in the hospitality industry as an employee at Squan Tavern. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios comprising mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Lyudmyla Baranov is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2017. Prior to Merrill, she was employed at Dressbarn for one year. Outside of her advisory role, she assists with data entry for a histology consulting business owned by her husband. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Teddy Lafharis is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Princeton, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services including investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, participant education, and plan benchmarking. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with an emphasis on tailored services and fiduciary responsibility.

Lacy Phelps is a CFP® professional with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving at Edward Jones since 2016. She holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Frenchtown, NJ. Outside of her financial advisory role, she is also involved as a soccer trainer in Milford, NJ. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

April Stephens is a financial advisor with Merrill in Pennington, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and totaling 10 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith since 2016. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm’s platform integrates a variety of investment options including taxable and tax-aware strategies, supported by Bank of America’s broader corporate services.

Rose Santiago is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. She has been with the firm since 2025 and has prior experience at PFS Investments Inc. and Cloud10 Smartwash. Outside of finance, her background includes roles in retail and as a homemaker. Primerica Advisors is a large-scale institution serving primarily individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm offers a wrap-fee asset management program that uses model-delivery strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and supported by custodial services from Pershing.

Kathryn Ortolf is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with three years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Messer LLC, Villanova University, and Linde LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she has a minority ownership interest in JK Partners LLC, a financial practice in Doylestown, PA. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs planning, and delivers tailored recommendations using proprietary research and tools.

Lawrence Stevens is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in New Hope, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He previously worked at Omnicare and Amazon, and has been involved with Penn Wealth Accounting Group, focusing on tax preparation and managing an advisory business. Stevens's background also includes experience at Rutgers University and engagement with Resica Falls Scout Reservation. Ameriprise Financial Services serves both individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning that includes a written Recommendation Report and ongoing annual advice. The firm uses a combination of internal research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools to provide non-discretionary recommendations focused on income sources, tax-aware withdrawals, and Social Security options.

Michael Daoust is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2016, based in Pennington, NJ. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and other institutional investors.

Catherine Coleman is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She serves women and families by managing their financial needs and simplifying complex financial matters. Her role focuses on being a trusted partner who handles details and provides reliable support, enabling clients to stay informed and empowered without the daily burden of financial management. Her expertise includes college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, LGBT wealth planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, women and wealth, and retirement income. Catherine holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned her Bachelor's Degree from Montclair State University. Catherine is involved with several professional organizations and community groups, including Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, Heartworks, Let's Talk Women's Health & Wellness, the National Eating Disorder Association, and Susan G. Komen. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys hiking, ice skating, interior decorating, music, reading, spending time with her family, tennis, traveling, watching movies, and writing.

Varun Raghuveer is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has prior experience at Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company. Before entering the financial services industry, he was involved with Dyeve Designs Pvt Ltd and held academic positions at Pennsylvania State University and Jain College. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Gregory Micheals is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in developing personalized financial strategies to help clients pursue their long-term goals, focusing on areas such as college education planning, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, women and wealth, and retirement income. With over 30 years of team expertise, Gregory and his team work actively with clients to navigate financial planning, investments, and money management by creating individualized and detailed plans paired with efficient client service. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Rider University. Outside of his professional work, Gregory enjoys spending time with his family, watching football and movies, traveling, going out to dinner, wine tasting, and socializing with friends.

Bruce Berman is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets based in Princeton, NJ. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 44 years of industry experience. Prior to joining RBC Capital Markets in 2021, he worked at UBS Financial Services for 10 years. He serves on the board of the Institute of Leadership and Institutional Development, which provides tutoring services to underprivileged children. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutions, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and employs tailored investment strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers.

Ruchi Rao Rangaraju is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan in various capacities 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 searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Damon Matzek is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings nearly 20 years of experience in the financial services industry to his work, focusing on helping successful individuals pursue their goals through personalized strategies. His approach involves listening to and understanding his clients' needs and aspirations to develop tailored solutions that aim to alleviate financial burdens and provide clients with more time. Before entering financial services, Damon began his professional career in the Food and Hospitality Industry, where he developed skills in customer service and teamwork by working with individuals with different skill sets to ensure the best experience for guests. He applies these experiences to his current role to enhance client interactions and service. Damon holds a Bachelor's Degree from Columbia University and has earned professional designations including Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of work, he is an avid runner who often spends time on the road pursuing this interest.