Kyle Payne is a Senior Financial Advisor at The Payne Perry Group, part of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the team in May 2018 and focuses on goals-based wealth management to assist individuals, families, physicians, retirees, private businesses, and non-profit organizations in achieving their financial objectives. Kyle and his team leverage the resources of Merrill Lynch and Bank of America to develop customized strategies that align with clients' short and long-term goals while managing risk. Kyle has been involved in the financial industry for over a decade, driven by a passion for quality wealth management stemming from observing the financial crisis of 2007-2008 and its impact on loved ones' wealth. He graduated in 2015 from the University of Delaware with the first Financial Planning degree offered by the Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics. Kyle holds the Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS) and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designations from the College of Financial Planning Institutes Corp, as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. Residing in Shark River Hills with his wife and daughter, Kyle brings a disciplined and methodical approach to financial planning, emphasizing thorough preparation and risk management. His client focus areas include college education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, liquidity management, retirement income, portfolio management, and tax minimization.

George Galiatsatos is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill and work in the automotive and hospitality sectors. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides 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 serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and funds.

Carlie Zeidler is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Manasquan, NJ, holding a Series 66 credential and beginning her advisory career in 2025. Her background includes roles in education at Monmouth University and Point Pleasant Borough School District, as well as experience in legal and legislative positions. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research from LPL and third-party subadvisors.

Michael Pascale is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 45 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Pascale serves as a financial stability mentor and instructor for Catholic Charities in Washington, DC, providing education on budgeting and personal finance. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader set of financial product offerings, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Christopher Faust is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2012 and previously worked at Axa Advisors, LLC. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors and participants, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model that includes client intake processes to document goals and risk tolerance, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to implement recommendations.

Richard Tedeschi is a CFP® professional with 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with OSAIC and has prior experience at Securities America Advisors and Securities America, Inc. He also operates an estate planning and administration law practice and manages a tax preparation business. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individual and institutional investors, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services with a range of portfolio management tools and third-party investment solutions.

Ellen Vetromile is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2018, she worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and market modeling techniques.

Paul Massaro is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Toms River, NJ, with 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2019 and previously spent nine years at Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and utilizes a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and market simulations.

Joseph Zaccardo is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Monmouth County Executive Committee and coaches private boxing lessons at the Middletown Boxing Club. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed recommendation reports that incorporate income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and adaptive withdrawal advice, emphasizing assets managed within Ameriprise accounts and using algorithmic tools overseen by a dedicated committee.

Michael Lomet is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Cetera, based in Manasquan, NJ, and has two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at LPL Enterprise, The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, and Bank of America. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm provides a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various program structures and third-party money managers.

Melissa Lannon is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she has worked since 2011. In her role, she partners with high-net-worth clients and their families to build, manage, and preserve wealth. She leverages over 25 years of industry experience to provide guidance in investment strategies, retirement planning, income protection, long-term care, and tax-efficient investing. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Melissa held several positions in the financial services industry, including Vice President and Regional Manager at J.P. Morgan Asset Management from 2003 to 2010, Financial Advisor at Edward Jones Investments from 2002 to 2003, and Internal Wholesaler at Lord Abbett from 2000 to 2002. Outside of her professional work, Melissa enjoys gardening, outdoor adventures, and snowboarding.

Robert Powell is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2019. Prior to that, he held roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and Santander Securities. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, offering asset-allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary advisory model. The firm integrates quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

James Gates Jr. is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999 and previously worked with AXA Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Bay Head Township Council, participates in his local parish finance council, and acts as treasurer for the Regular Republican Organization of Bay Head. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering advisory and brokerage channels tailored to client goals and risk tolerance.

Lori Ann Simon is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with nine years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2017, including a current role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2018. Her prior experience includes a one-year tenure at Northwestern Mutual. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Aaron Niederman is a CFP® professional with 21 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. His career includes roles at Securian Financial Services, Mid Atlantic Resource Group, and MargFinancial. He serves as a volunteer firefighter for the Freehold Fire Department and holds a board trustee position at the Independence Square Condo Association. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC provides investment advisory services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individual, corporate, retirement plan, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Edward Garrigal Jr. is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms, including Cetera, CETERA Financial Specialists LLC, and B. Riley Wealth Management. Outside of finance, he has worked as a bartender at Eventide Grille since 2015. Wells Fargo Advisors is a nationwide 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 extensive research and a range of financial products.

Henry Frenzel III is a CFP® with 24 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Stifel since 2014. His tenure includes work with STiFEL NICOLAUS & CO INC. Stifel serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to provide asset allocation, retirement, insurance, and estate planning analyses.

Jeffrey Bahary is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 42 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at First Allied Advisory Services and First Allied Securities. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a board member for his homeowners association and holds fiduciary roles in family trusts and estates. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC distributes its services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a wide range of portfolio management and financial planning services.

Patrick Sheehan is a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he collaborates with clients to understand their financial priorities and develop strategies aimed at achieving their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. He provides guidance on various aspects of financial planning, including investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unforeseen expenses. Additionally, Patrick facilitates access to Bank of America specialists for services such as banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Patrick's expertise lies in helping clients manage complex financial demands, from purchasing a home and saving for college to addressing healthcare needs and elder care. He works closely with clients to define their objectives and select portfolio strategies tailored to those goals. As a Personal Investment Advisor, he offers ongoing advice and adjusts financial plans to align with clients' changing circumstances. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Maine and a Master's Degree from Southern New Hampshire University. Patrick's approach centers on uncovering what matters most to clients and their families to create strategies that pursue their financial objectives.

Frank Strucki is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Toms River, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, with earlier experience at Citigroup Global Markets dating back to 2000. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides planning services through both direct individual engagements and corporate agreements.