Ronald Molles Jr. is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Brookfield, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 1999, including its predecessor Axa Advisors, LLC. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs. The firm employs a model-based approach that incorporates both proprietary and third-party solutions delivered through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives.

Jennifer Tunnell is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years at the firm and 8 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joseph Divestea is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Ridgefield, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Merrill from 2008 to 2016 before joining Raymond James in 2016. Outside of advising, he owns a business through which he manages a commercial property leased to his firm. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, institutions, pension plans, charitable organizations, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions, utilizing a range of portfolio management styles supported by firm research and affiliated sub-advisers.

Raquel Torres is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at several major firms, including J.P. Morgan Securities, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Bank of America. Outside of her advisory role, she is a consultant and independent contractor for a business called R. T. 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 institutional investors.

Robert Guere is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has spent his entire career in financial services, focusing on helping clients solve complex financial issues and achieve their goals. Robert works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies that align with their long-term objectives. Robert's expertise includes college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, sports and entertainment, and retirement income. His approach emphasizes understanding each client's unique financial situation and creating tailored plans to help manage investment risk and pursue financial goals. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Western Connecticut State University and has earned professional designations including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment (SE). Robert is also active in his community as a member of the Rotary Club of Monroe. In his personal time, Robert enjoys baseball, golfing, music, reading, soccer, and spending time with his family.

Gary Avidon is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Bethel, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has been with JPMORGAN Chase Bank, N.A. since 2007. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting, with a centralized due diligence process supporting its recommendations.

Cathy Yance is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 23 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2025, with prior experience at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC and E D & F Man Capital Markets Inc. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage a variety of portfolios, and has a distinctive role in registered investment company advisory and model portfolio delivery.

Graham Opdyke is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Before joining Fidelity in 2025, he worked at Enterprise Mobility and has a background that includes roles at the University of Maryland and Cross Street Flower Farm. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction across a diversified investable universe. The firm is noted for its advisory role to multiple registered investment companies, use of systematic methodologies, and formal governance procedures.

Daniel Borgia is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as well as prior experience at The Beach Deli and GNY Stars Ice Hockey. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research, supported by a manager solutions team and incorporates ESG considerations in its recommendations.

Joseph Taylor is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Danbury, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2023, he worked for Medtronic from 2005 to 2023. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services that provide written recommendations and ongoing advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Leslie Williams is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 designation and having 22 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank division since 2013 and 2015, respectively, and has served on the board of Enexus Corp., an industrial manufacturing equipment company, since 2004. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a wide range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and models. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Samuel Allen is a Series 66 accredited financial advisor with six years of industry experience. He currently works at OSAIC and has prior experience at Sagepoint Financial, Inc. and American Corporate Benefits Inc., where he has been involved since 2019. His background also includes service in the Israel Defence Force from 2016 to 2019. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse range of clients, including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate entities. The firm offers both brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform, utilizing model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization supported by various management strategies and third-party platforms.

Jonathan Goldstein is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Westport, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using approved tools and models to assist clients in developing their financial plans.

Nicolette Thibault is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2020. Her prior work includes roles at Dutchess Community College, Trustco Bank, State University of New York, and Dick's Sporting Goods. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research with forward-looking capital market assumptions and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework.

Joseph Marino Jr. is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses. He has 34 years of industry experience, including roles at Cantella & Co., Inc. and Edelman Financial Services. He is also the founder of Ninham Capital Corp. and has worked as an independent insurance agent and with Schneider Financial Group. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad mix of individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, by offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm manages a multi-billion dollar asset base through thousands of financial professionals and provides access to multiple platforms, third-party advisers, and proprietary investment strategies.

Diane Mcguire is a financial advisor with Merrill in Westport, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1992. Outside of her advisory role, she holds a fiduciary power of attorney for her parents. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Desalva is a financial advisor at Cetera with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has held leadership roles at Georgetown Financial Group, Inc., where he is president and majority owner, as well as vice president and partial owner of Planned Benefits, Inc. Outside of traditional advisory work, he is involved in multiple insurance-related businesses, including life settlements and fixed insurance product education. Cetera is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management options, financial planning, and retirement services, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies.

Kenneth Southworth is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Kenneth earned a Bachelor's Degree from Lake Forest College and completed his high school education at The Kent School.

Paul Salmore is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, bringing over 27 years of experience in the financial services industry. He joined Fidelity in 2022 as an Investment Consultant and transitioned to his current role in 2023. Throughout his career, Paul has held leadership positions, including Managing Director roles at Raymond James, BB&T Capital Markets (now Truist), and KeyBanc Capital Markets. He also has experience as an Associate Director at UBS and as an Associate at Morgan Stanley. Paul's expertise lies in collaborating with clients to develop investment and income strategies tailored to their goals. His professional objective is to work closely with clients to ensure they have effective financial plans in place. Outside of his professional work, Paul engages in activities such as comedy, family activities, parenthood, caring for pets, playing tennis, and volunteering.

Amy Gillis is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Westport, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 49 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS and its predecessor firms since 1979. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management. The firm leverages proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor financial plans and portfolio management to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.