Matthew DeChello is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he works collaboratively with clients to develop and adjust financial strategies tailored to their goals. He guides clients through financial planning processes focused on maximizing their relationship with Fidelity. Matthew has been with Fidelity Investments since 2021, initially serving as a Planning Consultant before advancing to his current role in 2024. His prior experience includes positions at Barnum Financial Group from 2015 to 2021, where he progressed from Paraplanner to Financial Consultant, as well as a role as Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual in 2015. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Matthew enjoys activities such as camping, cooking and baking, fitness, golf, and hiking.

Max Brouard is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Empower Advisory Group, Personal Capital Advisors Corporation, and J.P. Morgan Securities. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, offering discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm employs centralized investment decisions through a five-member Investment Policy Committee, utilizing quantitative screening, qualitative research, and tax-aware processes to construct globally diversified portfolios.

Careena Melia is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. Before joining LPL Enterprise, she worked at Macy’s Inc., Speakeasy Inc., NYU, and Boston Conservatory. She also operates Careena Melia Speaking and Storytelling LLC, a business she has managed since 2013. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels, offering financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and access to brokerage and insurance products.

Christopher Carboneau is the Market Leader for Fidelity Investments in Connecticut. In this role, he focuses on leadership and coaching to support the growth of Fidelity's associates and enhance the firm's ability to serve more clients. His professional experience at Fidelity Investments spans multiple leadership positions since 2004, including his current role as VP, Connecticut Market Leader since 2024. Prior to that, he served as VP, National Investor Center Market Leader from 2022 to 2024, and held several other leadership roles such as Vice President and Branch Leader from 2013 to 2021. Earlier in his career, he worked within Fidelity's pension services starting in 2004. Outside of work, Christopher's personal interests include spending time at the beach, boating, attending concerts, cooking and baking, engaging in family activities, and playing golf.

Nicholas Drew is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he provides personalized wealth management guidance to help clients build, preserve, and transition their assets. He focuses on understanding each client's financial goals, risk tolerance, and priorities to deliver disciplined strategies based on long-term planning and sound investment principles. Nicholas leverages Merrill Lynch's research, resources, and technology to design customized portfolios, support retirement and tax-efficient planning, and assist clients in navigating complex financial decisions. He holds professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Nicholas earned a Bachelor's Degree from Keene State College. His client focus areas include college education planning, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Outside of his professional work, Nicholas is involved with St. Jude's and enjoys a variety of personal interests such as basketball, football, gardening, golfing, hiking, skiing, soccer, spending time with family, and woodworking.

Brian Dineen is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he assists clients in developing and implementing comprehensive financial plans by utilizing the resources available through Fidelity. He has been with Fidelity since 2021, serving in various roles including High Net Worth Associate, Relationship Manager, Investment Consultant, and PWM Planning Consultant before his current position. Prior to joining Fidelity, Brian held roles at UBS Investment Bank as an Executive Director from 2004 to 2019, at Charles Schwab and Co. as Director in 2004, and at Soundview Technology Group as Vice President from 1997 to 2004. He has over 25 years of experience in financial services.

Wendy Hindman Hauck is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with one year of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at the Department of State and HomeServices Lending. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm‑approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and supports clients through both direct and employer-sponsored planning services.

Timothy Kelly is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 44 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with UBS since 2010. The firm serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by combining brokerage and investment advisory services, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and a range of alternative products. UBS integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, supported by proprietary research and a comprehensive platform of capital markets services.

Amy Fino is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 22 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 credential and previously worked at FSC Securities Corporation for 20 years. Outside of her advisory role, she manages operations and compliance as Vice President at Independent Financial Consulting, Inc., a financial services firm she has been involved with since 2003. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of advisors, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to construct diversified portfolios that may include stocks, bonds, options, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.

Christopher J. Kral is a Senior Financial Advisor and Managing Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill since 1989, progressing through roles including Senior Financial Consultant, Vice President, First Vice President, Senior Vice President, and Managing Director. He works with corporations, business owners, and executives to establish and support corporate retirement plans, coordinate cash management, and manage credit facilities for businesses. Chris has been recognized on the Financial Times Top 401 Retirement Plan Advisers list for six consecutive years through 2020. He holds professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Villanova University. His professional affiliations include membership at the Patterson Country Club, and he has community involvement with the First Tee of Connecticut chapter. His personal interests include golf, skiing, fishing, ice hockey, adventure sports, biking, boating, cooking, scuba diving, tennis, and spending time with his family.

Kevin Linn is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Total Wine & More and employment at various country clubs and educational institutions. Equitable Advisors serves individual, high-net-worth, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients by offering financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs. The firm operates as both an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer and works extensively with program sponsors and third-party managers to provide advisory and brokerage solutions.

Derek Sabine is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Westport, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. His previous roles include positions at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, he operates a photography business offering art for sale online. LPL Financial is a national investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of financial planning and advisory programs, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and diverse investment strategies.

Jared White is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 20 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Cetera Advisor Networks LLC and Kestra Advisory. White is also an investment adviser representative at Kestra Advisory Services and operates Compass Capital Management, a registered representative firm under Kestra. 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, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by internal and third-party research.

Michael Haggerty is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in New Haven, CT, holding a Series 66 designation with 14 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner at New Haven Strength & Athletics and serves on the board of the New Haven Chamber of Commerce, where he runs a young professionals networking group. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining proprietary capital market research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans. The firm provides a broad range of services including fee-based financial planning, portfolio management, and capital markets activities.

Kurt Wischow is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Milford, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise and its affiliate since 1996. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for America St John's #8, where he participates in decision-making based on recommendations he provides. Ameriprise is an institutional firm offering retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax analysis to create tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm also provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Eric Lovas is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 30 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory work, he is also an insurance agent specializing in individual and group life and health insurance, fixed annuities, long-term care, and disability insurance. Mass Mutual Investors Services 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 emphasizes collaborative, annual financial planning engagements supported by advanced software tools and offers a range of planning programs including estate-settlement and employer-sponsored options.

Damian Prajer is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Stratford, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and three years of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Webster Bank, MML Investors Services, and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Julia Strickland is currently a Branch Leader, leveraging her experience to guide clients in achieving financial stability and success. In her role, she collaborates closely with local individuals, families, and small businesses to develop and implement personalized financial strategies that align with their unique goals. Julia focuses on simplifying complex financial concepts to empower clients to make informed decisions about their financial futures. She has held various positions in the financial sector, including Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments since 2023, Financial Solutions Advisor and Assistant Vice President at Merrill from 2020 to 2023, and ADP Relationship Manager at Bank of America between 2019 and 2020. Outside of her professional career, Julia has interests in art, fitness, music, traveling, and volunteering.

Robert Hoffman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 47 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services and Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC for a combined 12 years before joining LPL Financial in 2026. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to diverse model portfolios and research.

Bernard Reidy Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with 20 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2015. He serves as a trustee for the St. Patricks Day Parade Foundation NYC, where he is involved primarily in fundraising activities. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.