Agata Pajares is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. She has worked previously at Ayco/Julius Gaudio and participated in nonprofit and educational organizations including Youth for Understanding and STS Foundation. Outside of her advisory role, she works as an independent contractor for CIEE, assisting international students and host families. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management using a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Wiktor Wozniak is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in New Haven, CT, holding a Series 66 designation with nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS in 2018, he worked at AXA Advisors, LLC from 2016 to 2018. Outside of advisory work, Wozniak is involved in real estate as an owner and landlord. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a broad range of capital markets services alongside fee-based financial planning and portfolio management.

David Brown is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 26 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Raymond James Financial and in insurance prior to joining Ameriprise in 2021. His credentials include Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of advising, he is involved in independent insurance brokering focused on fixed annuities. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, providing tailored recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and automated tools overseen by a dedicated team to support its advisory approach.

Alexander De Meis is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services holding a Series 66 designation and has three years of industry experience. He has worked exclusively with Mass Mutual affiliated firms since 2021. In addition to his advisory role, he is also engaged in outside insurance sales, focusing on life, disability, long-term care, fixed annuities, and health insurance. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides comprehensive financial planning and asset management services, using firm-approved tools to deliver collaborative, annual planning engagements.

Stacy Skeete is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has held roles at Amazon and New England College of Business. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Charles Hite is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services who holds the CFP® designation and has 27 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Metlife Securities Inc. for 18 years before joining MassMutual Life Insurance Co. and MassMutual Investors Services, where he has been since 2016 and 2017 respectively. Outside of his advisory role, he is a member of March Financial LLC and operates as an independent insurance agent selling a range of insurance products. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm uses firm-approved software to analyze client goals and offers various event-driven planning services, including a recently added Divorce Planning offering.

Brian Kiska is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and previously worked at Legg Mason & Co LLC, ClearBridge Investments LLC, and Legg Mason Investor Services from 2005 to 2020. Fisher Investments serves institutional and private clients globally, offering discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm uses a centralized investment process combining quantitative and qualitative analysis and employs tax-aware and defensive strategies to manage risk.

Stephen Black is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Ridgefield, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, he participates in the Ridgefield Business Management Council, where he prepares and runs meeting agendas for a local networking group. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary recommendations. As a large institutional firm, it offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Burton Caldwell is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with clients and their families to develop personalized financial plans. He focuses on understanding clients' goals and financial situations to create strategies that aim to provide confidence and peace of mind. Prior to his current role, Burton worked as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2025. He also has experience as an Account Executive and Mortgage Loan Originator at NewDay USA in 2022. His professional background centers on investment consulting and financial representation. Outside of his professional work, Burton enjoys golf, skiing, and traveling.

Yogesh Kamdar is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in personalized wealth management strategies that help clients pursue their long-term financial goals. Since joining Merrill in 1993, Yogesh has worked with both individuals and businesses to develop customized financial plans focused on retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and executive compensation, among other areas. His approach emphasizes understanding each client’s full financial picture and maintaining focus on personal objectives regardless of market fluctuations. Originally from India, Yogesh earned Bachelor's degrees from Saurashtra University and Gujarat University before relocating to the United States in 1988. He began his career as a business manager for the City of Worcester, Massachusetts, and subsequently joined Prudential Insurance Company, where he gained experience in insurance, investment products, and wealth planning. Yogesh holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He is fluent in English, Hindi, and Gujarati. In addition to his professional work, Yogesh participates in community volunteering consistent with Merrill’s traditions. His personal interests include badminton, bowling, chess, pickleball, reading, table tennis, traveling, and yoga.

John Occhipinti is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has worked since 2018. In his role, he collaborates with clients to build, implement, and monitor individualized financial plans. He has over a decade of experience in the financial services industry, having previously worked as a Financial Advisor at Barnum Financial Group from 2015 to 2018 and at Merrill Lynch from 2011 to 2015. Prior to that, he was an Associate at Fortress Investment Group from 2006 to 2011. Outside of his professional work, John has interests in baseball, football, golf, traveling, and exploring culinary experiences.

David Rosenthal is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Westport, Connecticut, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at UBS Financial Services, Raymond James & Associates, Deutsche Bank Securities, Dominari Securities, Morgan Stanley, and Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of his advisory work, he co-owns a lifestyle brand and is involved as a director in a related LLC managed by his wife. 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 a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advisory strategies supported by proprietary research and technology tools.

Eric Gerhard is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 18 years of industry experience. He previously worked at MetLife Securities Inc. for nine years and has been with Mass Mutual and its affiliated companies since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is an independent insurance agent specializing in life, fixed annuities, disability, long-term care, and health insurance. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes collaborative, annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved software and offers specialized planning services such as estate settlement and employer-sponsored programs.

Kevin Brown is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial who holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 42 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. He is also the owner of Southport Harbor Wealth Advisor, a separate investment advisory business. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and uses advanced analytical tools to support client goals, with specialized services in municipal finance and SIMPLE IRA employer advisory programs.

Gabriel Giusto is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with Series 66 credentials and less than one year of industry experience. His background includes roles at Planet Financial Group and employment during his university studies. Giusto is also involved in non-variable insurance activities through an insurance agency in Watertown, CT. LPL Enterprise, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach, focusing on third-party asset managers and portfolio strategists, and offers additional services such as financial planning, insurance product sales, and affiliated trust custody.

Michael Belanger is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL in 2024, he worked at Cetera and Cetera Investment Services. Before his financial services career, he spent ten years at Penskee Automotive Group. 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 a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Karl Moosburger is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate entities. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies, including wrap fee programs and separately managed accounts, and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Derek Ciampini is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in New Haven, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Outside of his advisory role, Ciampini owns and maintains rental real estate. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, institutions, pension plans, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions supported by a broad adviser network and comprehensive research resources.

Thanh Tran is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 12 years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan, Thanh worked at Park Avenue Securities, Northwestern Mutual, The Guardian Life Insurance Company, and Prudential. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Property Prep LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework. The firm offers non-discretionary services through a select group of Wealth Advisors, with a focus on funds and strategies approved through internal review processes.

Gina Douvas serves as the Senior Resident Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Fairfield, Connecticut, a position she has held since 2009. She manages a team that provides financial strategies tailored to high-net-worth individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and endowments. Leveraging resources from Merrill and the Bank of America Private Bank, she supports clients in pursuing their financial goals and managing risk. Gina began her career in financial services in 1991, joining Merrill Lynch in 2007 after thirteen years at Smith Barney in New York City. There, she contributed to the firm's largest stock-option planning team, focusing on strategies for C-Suite executives. Her earlier experience includes work as a portfolio analyst on investment strategies for institutional, corporate retirement, and private pension plans. She holds professional designations including Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Gina earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Stony Brook University and an MBA in Finance from Pace University's Lubin School of Business. Active in her community, Gina serves on the Advisory Board of the Charles F. Dolan School of Business at Fairfield University and supports organizations such as the Girl Scouts of Connecticut, Norma Pfriem Breast Center, Paulie Strong Foundation, and The Smilow Cancer Hospital. Born in Astoria, New York, she is fluent in Greek and enjoys activities including biking, cooking, football, golfing, music, photography, tennis, traveling, volleyball, and spending time with her family.