Tara Hutchins is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with nine years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 and Series 63 designations and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC since 2017. Prior to that, she was involved with the Adult and Senior Center of Saratoga for one year. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party databases.

Liam Rice is a financial advisor at Cetera with three years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at firms including Bank of America, Merrill, Morgan Stanley, and LPL Financial. Outside of his advisory role, he coaches youth soccer. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and advisory services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Ralph Lemme is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Albany, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2014. He has served as an officer and board member for local nonprofit organizations focused on community parks and youth rowing programs. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and advisory services, incorporating proprietary capital market research and model-based asset allocations. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and offers a variety of investment products and capital markets services.

Kemal Garuc is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at JP Morgan Chase Bank and Bank of America, including Merrill, prior to his current roles. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering non-discretionary programs supported by an in-house manager solutions team and centralized due diligence.

Ralph Figueroa is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Latham, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 44 years of industry experience. He has been with Mass Mutual Investor Services since 1982 and also has worked with MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 1976. Outside of advisory work, he is an insurance agent specializing in individual life, disability, long-term care, and fixed annuities. Mass Mutual Investors Services, a subsidiary of MassMutual, serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers by offering financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars. The firm emphasizes collaborative, annual financial planning engagements that use firm-approved analytical tools to provide written recommendations tailored to client goals.

Gavin Quinn is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked with MassMutual Life Insurance Co. since 2024 and MML Investors Services, LLC since 2021. Previously, he was affiliated with the Troy Country Club from 2016 to 2022. MassMutual Investors Services operates as 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 offers collaborative, annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved tools and also provides specialized programs such as divorce planning and employer-sponsored planning.

Keagan O'Connor is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he focuses on assisting individuals with strategic financial planning and providing personalized guidance to help clients work toward their financial goals. Prior to joining Fidelity, Keagan worked as a Financial Analyst at Goldman Sachs (AYCO) from 2019 to 2023. His professional experience includes investment consulting and financial analysis, contributing to his expertise in financial services. Outside of his professional career, Keagan's personal interests include board games, football, golf, music, and attending social events with friends.

Richard Daniels is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 43 years of industry experience, including 36 years at LPL. He holds the Series 63 designation and is based in Albany, NY. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by proprietary and third-party research and technologies.

Sean Kelton is a CFP® professional with eight years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. since 2019. His prior experience includes roles at Northwestern Mutual and GE Healthcare. Outside of advising, he is a partner in a tax preparation practice and serves as CEO of a support company. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning and investment consulting to individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and nonprofit organizations. The firm emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools, and supports a broad advisor network alongside unique offerings such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA employer consulting.

Ryan Dudzic is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Albany, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2019 and has prior experience in roles outside finance, including positions at Annarella's Ristorante and Siena College. In addition to his advisory role, Dudzic supports lead advisors through FFLIH, LLC, assisting with meeting preparation and client transactions, and provides consulting services to franchise clients through INetwork NY LLC. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement-income planning with tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm’s approach integrates investment research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools, operating within a defined investment universe influenced by affiliated product relationships.

Emilio Lapietra is a CFP® professional with 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2020 and previously held roles at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that utilizes firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Cody Wojdyla is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors from 2012 to 2020. Wojdyla is also involved with business entities for tax and investment purposes outside his advisory role. LPL Financial serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, advisory programs, and brokerage services through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides a range of management options and utilizes model portfolios and research from various sources to support its investment strategies.

Richard Pombo is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked previously at Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc. and has operated Pombo Wealth Management since 2008. Outside of advisory work, he is involved with Pombo Family Holdings Co., LLC and Pombo Insurance Services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, combining model portfolios, third-party research, and technology-driven investment options.

Andrew Hugos is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Latham, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 1996 and maintains a long-term role as a reservist in the U.S. Army Reserves since 1989. Outside of advising, he serves as a Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), consulting with clients on insurance and retirement needs and offering non-variable life insurance and related products. 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 provides a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, brokerage services, and access to model portfolios and research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Christopher Ryan is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and three years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Raymond James, Fidelity, and Goldman Sachs. Ryan is also an associate at The Kelton Financial Group, a support company based in Latham, NY. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm employs a non-discretionary, tailored approach utilizing risk profiling and analytical tools to guide client decisions and supports municipal and public finance work through its affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Paul Cuda is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Albany, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2004 and has been with Private Advisor Group since 2016. In addition, he is affiliated with Cusack & Company CPAs, where he provides tax preparation, accounting, and bookkeeping services. 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 brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, research, and various management approaches.

Christopher Welfley is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 2014, Chris has specialized in goals-based wealth management strategies, drawing on global resources and up-to-date technology to assist clients in pursuing financial lifestyles tailored to their unique needs. He works closely with high-net-worth clients to simplify complex financial situations by addressing estate planning, investments, tax minimization, wealth transfer, and retirement income strategies. Additionally, he collaborates with a Wealth Management Lending Officer from Bank of America to offer personalized home financing solutions aligned with clients' overall financial plans. Chris has been active in the financial services industry since 1997. His approach emphasizes understanding clients' personal goals and circumstances, aiming to build trust and optimize their financial resources. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and has earned an Associate's Degree from SUNY Adirondack, as well as a High School Diploma from Saratoga Springs High School. Residing in Saratoga Springs, New York, Chris lives with his daughter, Makenna. He is also engaged in his local community through volunteer work, reflecting his commitment to the Merrill tradition of community involvement.

David Morales is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, and Citigroup Global Markets since 2006. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and investment models to support its advisory process.

Todd Smolen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2023, he worked at Ayco/Goldman Sachs and The AYCO Company, L.P./Mercer Allied from 2007 to 2023. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Smolen Wealth Management Group LLC, which provides tax preparation and accounting services. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, combining discretionary and non-discretionary management with research and model portfolios from multiple sources.

Brian Mckee is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 20 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at OSAIC since 2018, following 12 years at Signator Investors/John Hancock. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates Rosendale Construction LLC, providing home improvement and general construction services. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through an extensive network of affiliated financial advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to construct diversified portfolios across various investment vehicles.