Danielle La Riviere is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of experience at the firm and seven years in the industry. She holds a Series 66 designation. Outside of her advisory work, she is a member of DEUX ELLES, LLC, an inactive management consulting LLC. 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 strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and charitable organizations.

Daniel Freddino is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Oxford, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2009, including his current role at the firm since 2020. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as president of the Naugatuck Exchange Foundation. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research-driven modeling and tax-efficient strategies. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

Wayne Card is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with UBS since 2009. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a broad range of services supported by proprietary research and capital markets expertise.

Christopher Johnson is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Private Advisor Group, LLC, PFS Investments Inc, and Primerica Financial Services. Outside of his advisory roles, he has been involved with Hamden Public Schools and owns Rocky's Aqua, a business he has operated for over 17 years. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered primarily through investment adviser representatives who utilize a range of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Steven Silverman is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 36 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Pruco Securities, LLC and Prudential Insurance Company of America, where he has worked since 1990, as well as experience with the State of Connecticut and Central Connecticut State University. LPL Enterprise, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm primarily employs model-driven investment strategies and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers and TAMPs, as well as affiliated trust and insurance services.

Daniela Gerhard is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has 20 years of industry experience, including roles at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2016. In addition to her advisory work, she is involved in coaching and teaching workshops focused on growth mindset and coaching fundamentals. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing 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 tools and offers specialized programs such as divorce planning and employer-sponsored planning.

Catherine Andersen is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has five years of industry experience, including prior roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and JP Morgan Securities. Andersen is involved in a non-variable insurance business related to her advisory work. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a broad client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm uses a model-driven investment approach and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and insurance product sales through affiliated entities.

Joseph Falcone is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 certifications and bringing 26 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Janney Montgomery Scott, UBS Financial Services, Waddell & Reed, Inc., and Oxford High School. He has been with LPL Financial since 2019. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and institutional platforms, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment strategies across various asset classes.

Theodore Davis is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2011. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis in its approach and delivers recommendations through a centralized consulting team in partnership with its financial advisors.

Fay Sheppard is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Orange, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. She has worked with Wells Fargo entities since 2009, including Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of her advisory role, she manages power of attorney responsibilities for her spouse, including selecting caregivers and overseeing related administrative tasks. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting for qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Allison Mahar is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Advisors and Bochanis, Rogan, Zoom, as well as employment at the CT Audubon Society and Harry's Wine and Liquor Market. 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 strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and charitable organizations.

Christopher Ratineri is a Senior Financial Advisor with over 25 years of experience at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on serving business owners, physicians, and multigenerational families by providing guidance on personal retirement planning and managing workplace 401(k) plans. As a Portfolio Manager within Merrill's Investment Advisory Program, he manages personalized investment strategies on a discretionary basis, which may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill Lynch model portfolios, ETFs, and third-party investment strategies. Christopher holds several professional designations, including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®), Certified 401(k) Professional (C(k)P®), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He earned his High School Diploma from Eli Whitney. A U.S. Navy and Desert Storm Veteran, Christopher carries the values of service, discipline, and integrity into his financial career. His approach to financial readiness emphasizes education and simplification, providing clients with clear guidance throughout each step of their financial planning. Christopher works alongside a seven-person team, including Trust and Mortgage Specialists, offering a combined experience of over 125 years. Outside of his professional work, he is involved with community organizations such as the Connecticut Food Bank, Red Cross through regular blood donations, Take a Vet Fishing, and the Wounded Warrior Project. He is also a husband, father, martial artist, and enthusiast of pop culture art, technology, reading, behavioral economics, and market technical analysis.

Thomas Melfi is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in Shelton, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining MassMutual in 2017, he worked at The Marcus Law Firm for two years. Outside of advising, he is a non-practicing attorney licensed in Connecticut, owner of Nighthawk Brewing LLC, and involved in media projects through Wooster Street Media LLC, focusing on news aggregation and written content. 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, using firm-approved analytical tools and structured planning engagements.

Richard Krollman is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Fairfield, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2011 and been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Cole Billington is a CFP® with four years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Mass Mutual Investors Services. He previously worked at Brown Brothers Harriman for seven years. Outside of his primary role, he also works as an insurance broker specializing in life, disability, long-term care, and fixed annuities. 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 offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, focusing on collaborative, annual planning relationships using firm-approved software tools.

Tessa Bridges is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services and has experience outside finance, including a role at Gusto Trattoria Italian Restaurant. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Byron Eller is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Annuities Distributors and Prudential Insurance Company of America. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to both retail and institutional clients. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, model portfolios, and fund advisory services.

Lisa Valerio is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 18 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2017, she spent nine years at National Planning Corporation. Outside of her advisory role, she owns Valerio Financial Group, where she provides life and health insurance services, and Valerio Tax Edge, offering tax preparation and small business bookkeeping. She is also involved in local business networks, including the Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Network of Executive Women. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing integrated brokerage and advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm employs a range of investment tools and offers access to multiple advisory platforms and third-party managers.

Steven Flagg is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 39 years of industry experience. He currently works at Morgan Stanley, where he has been since 2022, having previously held positions at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and analyses.

Jonathan De Pino is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining the firm, he held various roles including positions at United Concrete Products and National Fitness Partners. MML Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides collaborative, annual financial planning engagements and a range of event-driven planning programs.