Donna Huber is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and previously worked at Signalert Asset Management LLC for 24 years. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team, offering a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Robert Austin is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at UBS Securities LLC and Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC, where he worked for over three decades. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, offering advisory and brokerage services. The firm provides access to model portfolios, third-party asset management arrangements, and a range of brokerage and insurance products through its integrated platform.

Nicole Poteat is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Goldman Sachs from 2015 to 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a committee member of Gaingels, a venture capital syndicate focused on early-stage companies with LGBT leadership, and holds board positions with the Ackerman Institute for the Family and Congregation Emanu-El of Westchester. 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 both model-based and discretionary strategies tailored to individual, high-net-worth, and institutional investors.

Robert Galian is a CFP® and ChFC® with 19 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2016, currently serving in Oakdale, NY. Prior to his current role, he has also worked within J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2018. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, offering asset-allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Stefan Kaplan is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 designation and over 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2017, as well as at MetLife Securities from 2011 to 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in life insurance sales as an insurance agent. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with diverse portfolio management and consulting services, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary account structures.

Peter Manzi is a CFP® professional with 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Merrill and Bank of America, having previously worked at City National Securities and City National Bank for nearly two decades. Manzi serves as a board member of The Estate Planning Council of Long Island, Inc., focusing on networking and development within the estate planning community. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering both model-based and discretionary strategies for a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Sameer Aga is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Outside of finance, he is involved in importing fruit beverages through his ownership of Global Pathway Inc. He also plans to operate a computer parts sales and repair business under Aga Technologies. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors. The firm offers asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, delivering these services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Natasha Mitra is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, and Citigroup Global Markets Inc. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

David Jaramillo is a financial advisor at Merrill with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 2020. His prior experience includes roles at JPMorgan Securities LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Indus Investments LLC, and FinDeter. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program for Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Eric Abney is a CFP® professional with 30 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. He previously worked with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 15 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is the president of EA Operating Corp, where he manages day-to-day operations and provides independent insurance brokering. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, 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 to deliver personalized, non-discretionary advice primarily through Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Steven Cellen is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and previously worked at Equity Services, Inc. and National Life Group from 2012 to 2026. Outside of his advisory role, he operates Cellen Financial, where he sells life, disability, and health insurance as an agent for several insurance companies. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Charles Justino is a CFP® professional with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. He worked previously at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 15 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Certainty of the Uncertainty, LLC, an advisor-owned entity established to manage his practice. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, utilizing a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of large institutional firms.

Lilian Madrid is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2008. 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 range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Colin Moe is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, having joined the firm in 2022. He brings nearly a decade of experience in the wealth management industry, working with numerous teams to serve a diverse client base that includes high-net-worth individuals, families, and organizations with complex financial needs. Colin focuses on delivering a holistic, boutique-style experience by addressing all aspects of a client's balance sheet and coordinating with their CPA, attorneys, and other specialists. His approach incorporates personalized strategies such as tax-aware planning, alternative investment strategies, and trust and estate planning guidance. Colin holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Siena University, earned in 2019, and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He is involved in professional and community organizations including the Boy Scouts of America, where he is also engaged in Venturing activities. Born and raised on Long Island, Colin currently resides in Hauppauge. Outside of his professional commitments, Colin enjoys spending time fishing on the south shore, playing golf, attending Yankees games, and engaging in quality time with friends and family.

Thomas Travers IV is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Bank of America and Merrill since 2015. 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. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using a combination of model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Wendy Gorman is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Dix Hills, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2010. Outside of her advisory role, she also works as a client service coordinator at Larry Joseph and Associates LLC. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to generate personalized recommendations. The firm serves a broad client base through a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Pauline Schwartz is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2018, previously spending three years at Briden Chase LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Matthew Roache is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving as a member of The Miranda Wealth Management Group. He began his career in investment and financial services in 2007 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2014. His background includes retail investment operations and trading, which supports his service-oriented approach to helping clients achieve their financial objectives. Matthew's areas of focus include education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, individual and corporate investment strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Farmingdale University and maintains several professional designations and licenses, including FINRA Series 7 and 66 registrations, Life Accident & Health License, Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Outside of his professional role, Matthew enjoys golfing, hiking, spending time with his family, surfing, swimming, and playing tennis.

Collin Krieg is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Stony Brook, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he worked in various roles related to lacrosse and education. He also manages an advisory business, Certainty of the Uncertainty, LLC, and serves as a part-time consultant supporting advisor transitions to the Ameriprise platform. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized recommendations. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Spencer Lam is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Flagstar Bank and First Republic Bank, as well as experience with Good Friends Hawaiian Poke. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios and research to support diversified investment strategies.