Richard Ehli is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds a Series 63 designation and has 27 years of industry experience, including over two decades at Ameriprise Financial Services. He serves as a trustee for his father’s irrevocable trust and operates his practice under the DBA Ehli & Associates Wealth Management. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning and risk profiling tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through a municipal advisor affiliation, offering a range of advisory programs and institutional consulting services.

Brian Slattery is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of The Slattery Wealth Management Group. In his role, he focuses on retirement planning and helping clients develop strategies tailored to their long-term financial goals. Brian offers expertise in areas including college education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, managing new wealth, portfolio management, socially responsible and values-based investing, tax minimization, and retirement income planning. Brian began his career at Merrill in 2016 as a part-time Client Associate while attending Stony Brook University, where he earned both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Accounting, graduating in 2020. After five years in the Client Associate role, he entered Merrill's Financial Advisor Training program in 2021. He holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Born and raised in Smithtown, Brian played lacrosse at SUNY Oswego and continues to participate in adult recreational leagues. His personal interests include golfing, skiing, music, and spending time with his family. Brian's approach emphasizes working one-on-one with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aligned with their individual goals.

Keith Robertson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2016 and has been with Dime Community Bank (formerly Bridgehampton National Bank) since 2008, serving in senior private banking and investment-related roles. 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 financial planning, portfolio management, and institutional platforms, utilizing various investment strategies supported by advanced operational and research tools.

Mark Peterson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 designations and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2018 and previously worked at St. James Investment Advisors, LLC, Chase Investment Services Corp., and Home Depot. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, known for its Premier Retirement Income service that delivers written recommendation reports and annual retirement income planning focused on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Mark Parrott is a financial advisor with OSAIC based in Medford, NY, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 credentials and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Creative Retirement Planning and OSAIC for over 30 years. Outside of advising, he performs as a musician in nightclubs and has authored a book on economic trends. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse clientele including retail investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting various investment strategies and third-party manager programs.

Benjamin Cotter is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 15 years of industry experience. He is currently with Morgan Stanley, where he has worked since 2023, following a 13-year tenure at Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning services, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Gus Catanzaro is a financial advisor at Osaic with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Prior to joining Osaic in 2024, he worked at American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. for 14 years and Equitable Advisors for eight years. Outside of his advisory role, Catanzaro is involved in management activities as a partner and COO at PPS Advisors, a firm focused on management and marketing. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients through a multi-advisor platform. The firm offers brokerage and advisory services with an investment process centered on model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and risk management, supported by a broad range of program offerings and third-party platforms.

Kyle Abruzzo is a financial advisor at Stifel with one year of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Stifel in 2024, he has worked in various roles including positions at Whole Foods Market and academic institutions. Stifel serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to provide asset allocation and planning analyses, with clients retaining discretion over implementation.

Joseph Minieri is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds the Series 63 designation. He has 42 years of industry experience, including roles at Metlife Securities Inc. and MassMutual Life Insurance Company. Outside of his advisory work, he is a member of the Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce and serves as an agent in group health. Mass Mutual Investors Services 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 planning relationships and offers specialized programs such as divorce planning and employer-sponsored planning.

Joseph Marano is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1989. Merrill, along 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 institutional investors.

Michael Damiano is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Hauppauge, NY. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience, including prior roles at Raymond James Financial and RBC Capital Markets. Outside of his advisory work, he assists with operations and customer service at Girard Wealth Management Group. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and proprietary planning tools.

Morgan Dorado is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank NA before joining Fidelity. Outside of his advisory role, he occasionally works as an independent contractor providing technical support services for an organization assisting independent living. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC, where he works, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm serves various clients including charitable funds and registered investment companies, and is known for its use of systematic methodologies and its advisory role in multiple registered funds.

Sean Mc Hugh is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Equitable Advisors, Chimera Securities, and involvement with a meal prep business and landscaping firm. Outside of advising, he has worked in retail support activities related to seasonal tasks. 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 a variety of individual and institutional clients.

Richard Nicolich is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at firms including American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc., LPL Financial, Invest Financial Corporation, and Uvest Financial Services Group, Inc. OSAIC serves a diverse client base comprising individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm employs a model-based investment approach with asset allocation and portfolio optimization tools, and supports a range of managed portfolio programs and third-party manager options.

Gerard Nicosia is a financial advisor at Cetera with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked with firms including Royal Alliance and Cetera Wealth Services. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as president of Executive Financial & Tax Planning Services, where he prepares personal and business tax returns. He is also an insurance agent specializing in life, annuities, and long-term care products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, retirement services, and access to third-party managers through a multi-manager platform featuring discretionary and non-discretionary program options.

Linda Springer is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Hauppauge, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and over 22 years of industry experience. She has worked with PFS Investments Inc, Primerica Financial Services, and Theodore Roussis & Associates since 1999. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in sales of loan products and home security referrals through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management services primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients through its Lifetime Investment Program, which offers model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options under a wrap-fee structure. The firm curates third-party asset managers and delegates trading responsibilities to BNY Mellon Advisors, emphasizing a tiered percentage-based fee approach.

Todd Fanning is a financial advisor with Stifel, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 36 years of industry experience. His prior work includes ten years at Citigroup Global Markets and positions at TD Ameritrade and Home Depot. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm uses a proprietary methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to provide forward-looking investment analysis and asset allocation guidance.

Sean Flynn is a financial advisor at OSAIC with five years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2024, he worked at LPL Financial and has operated Strategic Financial and Tax Planning Services, providing tax preparation and accounting services. He has experience preparing individual and corporate tax returns in addition to his advisory role. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm focuses on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting a range of investment strategies and custodial arrangements.

Michael Poncet is a Series 66-licensed advisor at Ameriprise with two years of industry experience. Before joining Ameriprise, he worked at Equitable Advisors, LLC and has held various roles including outside operations at Meadow Brook Club, where he serves as a caddie providing shot-to-shot strategy and practice facility maintenance. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, notable for its specialized Premier Retirement Income service that offers customized retirement-income planning and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Jessica Istchenko is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 21 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and previously worked at Equity Services, Inc. and National Life Group. In addition to her advisory role, she acts as an insurance agent through her business, Cellen Financial, offering life, disability, and health insurance products. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered through a large network of investment adviser representatives.