Annmarie Franke Suarato is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She leads the Franke Stento Mohan Irwin Group, providing goals-based wealth management services to affluent families, accomplished professionals, and successful business owners nationwide. Annmarie and her team focus on cultivating long-lasting relationships by delivering customized advice, exceptional service, and a disciplined approach to investing. Before transitioning to wealth management, Annmarie spent over eight years working on sales teams at two major asset managers in downtown Boston. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Siena College in Loudonville, New York, where she also played on the rugby team and continues to stay involved with the organization. Her professional expertise encompasses areas such as college education planning, divorce transition planning, employee benefits planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, and retirement income. Annmarie resides in Niskayuna, New York, with her wife, daughter, and their yellow Labrador. Outside of her professional activities, she participates in Habitat for Humanity and enjoys boating, fishing, golfing, skiing, traveling, rugby, and fitness. She holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations.

Chelsea Nelson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a CFA® designation and Series 63 license, with 11 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, she spent nine years at Blackstone Securities Partners L.P. and Blackstone Inc. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and utilizes various model portfolios and research to support discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Thomas Brown is a CFP® with 39 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial and Pioneer Bank since 2025. He has previously worked at Brown Financial Management Group and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. Outside of his advisory career, Brown manages a farm business, Brown Farms LLC. 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, retirement plan consulting, brokerage services, and utilizes both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Candy Flynn is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Malta, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. Prior to her current role, she worked at AXA Advisors, Guardian Life Insurance, and UnitedHealthcare. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm employs a model- and manager-based investment approach using both proprietary and third-party solutions and provides ERISA fiduciary services to qualified plans.

Rodney White is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65, Series 66, and Series 63 licenses. His prior experience includes roles at Charles Schwab Investment Advisory, Inc. and ThomasPartners, Inc. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services supported by structured discovery and advanced planning tools.

Robin Davey is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, where he has worked since 2003. He has 23 years of industry experience and previously worked at Axa Advisors, LLC for 17 years. In addition to his advisory role, Davey is a CPA and has been involved in tax preparation since 1981. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients by providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs. The firm utilizes a range of advisory models implemented by third-party managers and emphasizes a personalized approach based on client risk tolerance and plan objectives.

Mark Esslie is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera since 2019 and previously at Foresters Advisory Services LLC and Foresters Financial Services. Esslie is a board member for Averil Park Community Team, Inc., contributing organizational input. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services with multiple program options, utilizing both affiliated and third-party managers.

Tristin Hotaling is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Ballston Lake, NY, holding a Series 66 credential and 23 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she teaches outdoor and studio yoga classes seasonally. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations.

Dylan Sprague is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. In this role, he focuses on assisting individuals, families, and businesses in making informed decisions to support their long-term financial goals. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Dylan worked as a Financial Coach at Goldman Sachs Ayco from 2020 to 2025. Throughout his career, Dylan has specialized in financial planning and coaching, helping clients navigate complex financial situations with clarity and confidence. His approach emphasizes simplifying financial concepts to enable better decision-making. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Dylan enjoys engaging in activities such as baseball, boating, football, golf, spending time with family, and caring for pets.

Ryan Chenot is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Albany, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2019 and has been associated with Capital Communications Federal Credit Union since 2009. 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 of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, with discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and technology-driven strategies.

Eli Goodman is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2021. Prior to this role, he served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2019 to 2021 and as a Financial Planner at The AYCO Company from 2008 to 2019. Throughout his career, Eli has focused on developing customized financial plans tailored to the unique needs of his clients and their families. He emphasizes forming strong relationships with clients to maintain trust and open communication, aiming to understand and support their most important financial goals. Outside of his professional work, Eli has personal interests in baseball and fitness.

Brian Mohan is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining the firm in 2017, he has provided financial advice customized for individuals, families, and business owners. His approach emphasizes understanding clients' short and long-term financial objectives and delivering responsible service tailored to their personal and professional priorities. Brian’s expertise spans multiple domains, including divorce transition planning, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, legacy and philanthropic planning, as well as investment consulting for defined contribution plans. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) certification, the CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA) designation, Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC) credentials. Brian earned his bachelor's degree in Finance from Siena College. Outside of his professional work, Brian and his wife live in Clifton Park, NY with their three children. He has been actively involved in his community, including serving as a past board member for The First Tee of NY’s Capital Region. His personal interests include biking, golfing, ice hockey, skiing, and spending time with his family.

Shelley Bullock is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Latham, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 14 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2018 and previously held roles at Equity Services, Inc. and NPA Financial, LLC. Outside of her advisory role, Bullock is involved with several related business activities including roles at Advisors Insurance Brokers and Zapp Insurance, LLC. 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 of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, supported by research and model portfolios, and also provides insurance products and lending solutions alongside its advisory services.

Michael Sleasman is a CFP® certified financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience. He currently works at OSAIC since 2024 and previously held roles at American Portfolios Financial Services Inc. and Halliday Financial, LLC. In addition to his advisory career, Sleasman serves as a lieutenant and EMT with the City of Albany Fire Department, a position he has held since 2015. He also serves as a board member of the NY Bravest Federal Credit Union. OSAIC serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm employs various asset-allocation tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios that may include a broad array of investment vehicles.

Thomas Dwyer Jr. is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and has been affiliated with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients through a variety of advisory programs. The firm’s financial planning process uses structured discovery conversations and approved planning tools to create tailored plans, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Natalie Gecewicz is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 23 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, Axa Advisors, since 2003. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as an authorized signer for Class of 65 in Chatham, NY, and acts as a power of attorney for her father. Equitable Advisors serves individuals ranging from non‑high-net-worth to high-net-worth clients, as well as pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Kevin Newman is a CFP® professional with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at OSAIC since 2018. Prior to this, he spent 11 years at Signator Investors, Inc. and has been involved with Associates of Clifton Park since 2003, where he holds a Vice President role focused on wealth strategies. Newman also operates a financial planning LLC, Newman & Associates, which he markets as part of his advisory services. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance analysis, and automated rebalancing to build portfolios across a range of securities and also supports legacy platform programs and third-party managed-account solutions.

Michelle Lyman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Latham, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 21 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes positions at Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc., Pioneer Bank, and Anchor Agency. LPL Financial serves individual and institutional clients through a national network offering financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, employing both discretionary and non-discretionary management with support from internal and third-party research.

Adam Jones is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera since 2019 and previously at Foresters Financial Services and FirstLight Fiber. Outside of advising, he coaches baseball and softball. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that provides a range of portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers multiple investment program options and access to third-party managers, managing over $256 billion in assets.

Alexander Klein is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles in various service and operational positions, including at Door Dash and several hospitality and event businesses. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs utilizing both firm-offered and third-party solutions.