Cara Richards Kickham is a CFP® with 21 years of experience in the financial industry. She has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2011 and has prior experience at firms including Commonwealth Financial Network, Raymond James Financial, and Merrill. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved as an independent contractor in nutrition supplements and provides yoga and reiki services through a holistic center. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a diverse client base including individual, institutional, and charitable clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with tailored portfolio strategies that incorporate in-house and third-party investment managers and emphasize flexibility in rebalancing, tax management, and responsible investing.

Matthew Stinson is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2006, including the period when the firm operated as Axa Advisors, LLC. Equitable Advisors serves individuals across the wealth spectrum, as well as pension plans, corporations, and nonprofit organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and a variety of asset management programs. The firm uses a range of advisory models, often implemented through third-party managers or LPL-sponsored programs, and offers services including ERISA fiduciary support for qualified plans.

Sanjayraj Khanna is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously spent seven years with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, as well as over two decades with Wachovia Bank, N.A. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-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.

Michael Mendillo Jr. is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He previously worked for Commonwealth Financial Network and Lobo & Pascale Wealth Management, LLC for 11 years. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports a wide advisor network with specialized municipal and retirement plan advisory services.

Xhoana Dika is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015, also working with JPMORGAN Chase Bank, N.A. since 2012. 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 through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering non-discretionary advisory services supported by centralized due diligence and ESG processes.

Noemi Rodriguez is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding a Series 66 credential and 21 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Voya Financial Partners and VOYA Financial Advisors. Rodriguez serves as the President of Prospanica Connecticut, a nonprofit organization focused on supporting Hispanic professionals through networking and career development events. She is also a trustee for a special needs trust for a family member. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering goal-based analyses across a broad range of financial planning topics without discretionary trading authority. The firm allows clients to integrate planning with managed accounts under a consolidated billing option while keeping services separate.

Kimberly Saja is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise Financial Services since 2019, following roles at Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, MML Investors Services, Barnum Financial Group, and Connecticut Children's Medical Center. Kimberly is also involved with Honey Badger Management, an S Corporation connected to her Ameriprise employment. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement-income planning and ongoing advice, utilizing both proprietary research and third-party data.

Sherry Olson Lusardi is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 41 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with UBS since 2003. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm uses proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor plans and portfolio management to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Gregory Rufa is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Santander Securities and Webster Bank. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive resources and technology.

Michael Nicoletti is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with eight years of industry experience. He previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network for eight years before joining Raymond James in 2025. Outside of his advisory role, he is associated with Capital Wealth Management, LLC, where he serves as a non-variable insurance sales agent. 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, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers non-discretionary planning tailored to client goals and supports municipal and public finance work, distinguishing it among large institutional advisors.

James Ferris is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Columbia Management Investment Distributors and Oracle Corporation. 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 financial planning and portfolio management services through a large network of investment adviser representatives, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies.

Jeremy Bossio is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Securities America, Inc. and Securities Service Network. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in non-variable insurance services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Lucas Van Zandt is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Waddell & Reed, Wells Fargo Clearing, Banc of America Investment Services, Quick & Reilly, and Morgan Stanley Dw Inc. He has extensive background working with various insurance carriers through W&R Insurance Agencies. 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, combining advisory services with a broad range of non-advisory financial activities.

Michael Leone is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge since 2012 and has operated his own Leone Financial Services since 1996. Outside of his advisory work, Leone serves on the board of PLAN OF CT, acts as secretary and treasurer for the Plainville Fish and Game Association, owns a race car business, and is the author of a book on race car setup. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving individual investors, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers a range of financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals, utilizing proprietary and third-party strategies across multiple platform arrangements.

Jeremy Beitel is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 28 years of industry experience. He is currently with Osaic and previously worked at Securities America Advisors and LPL Financial. Beitel serves as a board member for MW Chrysalis, a nonprofit providing services to domestic violence victims. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services supported by advanced asset-allocation tools and access to multiple third-party money managers and platforms.

Robert Pike is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, based in Bristol, CT. He joined Thrivent in 2026 and has prior experience in education and retail, including roles at Liberty University, Tunxis Community College, and The Home Depot. Thrivent Investment Management provides dedicated planning services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients. The firm offers holistic, goal-based financial planning with written recommendations across various topics, allowing clients to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing option.

Michael Przygocki is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Plainville, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific eligibility criteria, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to produce written Recommendation Reports. The firm serves clients through a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional provider.

Nicholas Fusco is a financial advisor at Osaic with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Cantella & Co., Merrill, and Tauber Asset Management. Outside of advising, he is the sole owner of Osprey Legal, LLC, a law firm. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money managers and wrap programs.

Michael Nobile is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 39 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc., Securities America Advisors, Inc., and Investacorp Advisory Services. He has operated Nobile Financial Group since 1982. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Jordan Hickey is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 16 years of industry experience. He is currently with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., having joined in 2025 after 14 years at Capital Wealth Management, LLC and Commonwealth Financial Network. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as power of attorney for his elderly grandfather, managing his financial accounts and bill payments. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports implementation through its advisory programs and affiliated firms.