James Cappiello is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill since 1988, beginning his career immediately after earning his bachelor's degree from Canisius College. Over his 35 years in the investment field, James has gained extensive experience navigating market cycles and providing investment guidance. His areas of expertise include family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, individual and corporate investment strategy, and retirement income. As a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), James focuses on connecting all aspects of a client's financial life to help prioritize and pursue their most important goals. Outside of his professional role, James enjoys cooking, gardening, and spending time with his family.

Blake Rickan is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Williamsville, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2017. Outside of his advisory role, Rickan coaches youth lacrosse with several local organizations in the Buffalo area. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and corporate-sponsored financial planning services.

Peter Breitsch is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Amherst, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at AXA Advisors and Primerica Financial Services. Outside of advising, he is involved in the sale of loan products and home security and automation services through Primerica-affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, which features model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure rather than fixed fees.

William Sharp is affiliated with LPL Enterprise and holds a Series 66 designation. He has recently begun his career in financial advising and has prior experience in various roles including work at Walmart, a local pizzeria, and educational institutions. LPL Enterprise, LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through both advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, consulting, model wealth portfolios, and access to third-party asset management, combining these services with brokerage and insurance products on an integrated platform.

Lester Robinson III is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cadaret, Grant & Co., Virtue Capital Management, and Mass Mutual. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in media as a radio, TV, and podcast host, conducts seminars and workshops, and is an author. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by research and technology-driven strategies.

Maria Zinter is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 31 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2009. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services tailored to clients’ risk profiles and investment preferences.

Ronald Willis is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Buffalo, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and possessing 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2010 and has been affiliated with Northwest Bank since 2016. 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 and financial planning services, with access to model portfolios, third-party research, and various investment strategies.

William Wyrozub is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services in Amherst, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 22 years of industry experience. He has worked with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and with Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2016, alongside his tenure at MetLife Resources beginning in 2006. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, emphasizing collaborative, goal-oriented planning using firm-approved analytical tools.

Joseph Lipsitz is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 20 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and Series 63 designations and has worked with Securities America Advisors, Inc. and Securities America, Inc. Prior to joining OSAIC, he has been involved in insurance advisory services through L&M Financial Services since 2005. He serves as Treasurer of the Williamsville Education Foundation, a nonprofit supporting educational programs in the Williamsville Central School District. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients, providing integrated brokerage, advisory, and financial planning services through a large network of affiliated advisors and multiple platforms. The firm employs asset-allocation tools and third-party resources to manage diversified portfolios tailored to clients' needs.

George Bidjov Jr. is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial and previously worked at Cadaret Grant & Co., Inc., Mass Mutual Investors Services, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, and MetLife Securities Inc. Outside of advising, he is involved with Wealthguard of NY, LLC, focusing on property and casualty insurance. 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, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, including discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

David Weigand is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 63 designation and 34 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Silver Grove Advisory Services and LPL Financial LLC. 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 provides both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Dominic Stutz is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with three years of industry experience, currently associated with LPL Enterprise. His prior roles include positions at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, and Equitable Advisors. Outside of finance, he has worked as a seasonal scare actor at Six Flags Darien Lake. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse clientele including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, access to model wealth portfolios, third-party asset management, and a range of brokerage and insurance products via an integrated platform.

Christopher Ahrens is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Amherst, NY, holding a Series 63 license and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Mass Mutual and its affiliates since 1998. Ahrens is vice president and part owner of The BufLife Agency Inc., which provides life and health insurance products, and also serves as vice president of CFAM, Inc., managing health insurance plans for local bar associations. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a subsidiary of MassMutual that offers financial planning and investment services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers, utilizing firm-approved software and structured ongoing client relationships.

Peter Pane is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in providing financial guidance to business owners, retirees, corporate executives, and affluent individuals. Leveraging the resources of Bank of America N.A. and Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, he offers a comprehensive range of services including executive compensation, family wealth management, legacy and philanthropic planning, portfolio management, and retirement income strategies. Since joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2014, Peter has adopted a consultative approach to wealth management. He emphasizes understanding each client’s financial priorities to provide tailored recommendations for asset allocation that align with their income and growth goals. His services cover a broad spectrum including investments, retirement planning, estate services, and philanthropy, supporting clients as they work towards both short- and long-term financial objectives. Peter holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Niagara University, graduating Magna Cum Laude. He is also designated as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Committed to community involvement, Peter participates in local volunteer organizations as part of Merrill Lynch’s tradition of community service.

Kevin Dunford is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Buffalo, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 22 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Equitable and Foresters Financial Services. Outside of advisory work, he owns a sole proprietorship focused on the sales and service of fixed insurance and annuities and serves as a registered principal providing compliance and supervisory support for Atlas Wealth Advisors LLC. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable investors through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm employs various asset-allocation tools and offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, supporting a range of investment products and third-party managed account solutions.

Patrick Morin is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior work history including roles at Magtrol Inc, Amazon, SUNY Geneseo, and Lancaster High School. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service, which provides tailored written reports and ongoing advice focused on reliable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Paul Miosi is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations. Miosi has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2011. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides ongoing retirement planning advice centered on reliable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Gerald Cornish is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been employed since 1990. He serves as a Portfolio Manager in The Merrill Lynch Personal Investment Advisor Program, managing personalized and defined investment strategies that may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill Lynch model portfolios, and third-party strategies. His client focus encompasses corporate executive services, education planning, family wealth management, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, as well as socially responsible and ESG investing. With over 33 years of experience, Gerald provides goals-based wealth management advice and guidance to affluent families, businesses, and non-profit institutions. He holds several professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Gerald earned his bachelor's degree from the State University of New York College at Buffalo. Community involvement is an integral part of Gerald's life. He has served as Chairman of The Buffalo State College Foundation and currently serves on the board of The Summit Center. In his personal time, he enjoys boating, fishing, gardening, reading, running, skiing, and spending time with his family.

Charles Harmon is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors holding a Series 66 designation with less than one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Door Dash, Baillie Lumber, and involvement with academic institutions such as the University of Buffalo and Erie Community College. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutions, offering financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs through a combination of discretionary and non-discretionary advisory solutions.

Mark Kellogg is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with 26 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017, with prior experience at Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company and Metlife Securities. Outside of advisory work, he is an independent insurance agent specializing in fixed annuities and life, accident, health, and long-term care insurance. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, employing collaborative, goal-oriented planning supported by firm-approved analytical tools.