Mary Ann Giaimo is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Warren, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she participates as a judge for a student presentation panel at Seton Hall University. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency strategies to produce annual, non-discretionary recommendations in partnership with advisors like Mary Ann.

Krzysztof Przywara is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at firms including JP Morgan Securities, Citizens Securities, and Uber. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a wide range of clients, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary strategies supported by analytical modeling and offers specialized advisory programs such as municipal and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory services.

Joel Taylor is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, having joined Merrill Lynch in 2016. Joel focuses on understanding the priorities of high-net-worth individuals and families and delivering personalized financial strategies to support their goals. His expertise encompasses a wide range of financial planning areas, including asset allocation, education funding, retirement income planning, tax minimization strategies, and estate planning services. Joel works with clients to develop customized approaches involving equities, fixed income, alternative investments, options, ETFs, and other investment types, while also providing access to banking, credit, and lending services through Bank of America. He holds Series 3, 7, 63, and 65 FINRA registrations. Joel earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Delaware. He is actively involved in his community, having served as the President of the Bedminster Far Hills Little League, reflecting his commitment to local engagement.

Andrew Kowitski Jr. serves as a Senior Financial Advisor and Portfolio Manager, holding the Sports and Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ designation. He works within Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he applies a consistent approach developed through years of experience navigating multiple market fluctuations. Andrew collaborates closely with clients to build personalized investment strategies that align with their financial goals and changing market conditions. He specializes in family wealth management strategies, portfolio management services, and focuses on clients in the sports and entertainment sectors. Andrew customizes his strategies around clients' priorities, risk tolerance, time horizons, liquidity needs, and objectives. He is committed to Merrill's goals-based wealth management process to help clients pursue meaningful objectives, including lifestyle aspirations and securing a lasting legacy. Andrew holds professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). He completed his high school education at Spotswood High School and earned an Associate's Degree from Middlesex County College. Additionally, he attended Kean University without conferring a degree. Outside of work, Andrew enjoys spending time with his family, swimming, and woodworking.

John Cusate is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Warren, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 37 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2013. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor financial plans and portfolio management. The firm provides a broad range of services including fee-based financial planning, discretionary portfolio management, and capital markets activities.

Mark Singh is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at HSBC Securities (USA) Inc., HSBC Bank USA, N.A., AXA Advisors, LLC, and GWN Securities, Inc. Outside of finance, he has been active as an artist and musician for over two decades through 1st Class Entertainment & Productions LLC. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm uses model-driven investment approaches and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and other financial services through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Barry Guariglia is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 43 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His career includes positions at Merrill, Citigroup Global Markets, and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, where he has worked since 2009, transitioning into Morgan Stanley Private Bank in 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides various investment and planning services alongside its institutional capabilities.

Joseph Hodakowski Jr. is a financial advisor at Cetera with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Avantax and 1st Global Capital Corp, as well as operating his own wealth management entity, BKC Wealth Management. He is also a shareholder at BKC CPA's, where he mentors staff and oversees tax-related responsibilities. Additionally, Hodakowski serves as a trustee for family educational and special needs trusts. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a large network of independent advisors serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various investment options, including model portfolios, third-party managers, and bespoke strategies, encompassing discretionary and non-discretionary account management across multiple custodial arrangements.

Joseph Carty is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 34 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Weeden and Company for 36 years before joining Edward Jones in 2023. His earlier roles include positions at NYLIFE Securities, LLC and New York Life Insurance Company. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Lindsay Yarnell is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 11 years of industry experience. She currently works at Morgan Stanley, having been with the firm and its affiliates since 2023. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Yarnell worked at Bank of America and Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and research, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Louis Mancinelli is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds a Series 63 credential. He has 42 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc., Securities America Advisors, and Ridgeway Conger Advisory Services. In addition to his advisory work, he is involved in insurance sales focusing on life, health, and long-term care products. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting a network of over 22,800 advisors and managing more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Susan Fakes is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Bedminster, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. She has worked with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2016. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Ameriprise Premier Retirement Income service. The firm’s approach combines investment research and algorithmic tools to provide written recommendation reports and ongoing advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Thomas Schaible is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Securities America Advisors, Inc. and Securities Service Network, Inc. Schaible is also a partner in a CPA firm and serves on the board of a nonprofit organization. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with access to multiple platforms and third-party managers, employing asset-allocation tools and risk assessments to construct diversified portfolios.

Douglas Wright is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. His prior roles include long-standing tenures at IC Advisory Services, Inc. and The Investment Center. Outside of his advisory work, Wright serves as a board member and volunteer firefighter with the Martinsville Volunteer Fire Department. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, utilizing a mix of model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Ashwini Hublikar is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Bank of America from 2013 to 2025. 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 model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Kyle Kost is a Senior Financial Advisor with The Kugel Briegs Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the group in 2019 and helps clients with multigenerational wealth and retirement planning. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch, Kyle specialized in physical alternative investment strategies tailored to high net worth clients. The Kugel Briegs Group has served the retirement planning and wealth management needs of clients for over 25 years, overseeing assets of approximately $2.7 billion as of October 2024. Kyle holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Florida with concentrations in Finance, Real Estate, and Entrepreneurship. He has earned several industry designations, including the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS) from the College for Financial Planning Institutes in Denver, Colorado, the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) from the National Association of Plan Advisors, as well as Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He is also a member of the Florida Wealth Management Association. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Kyle is involved with community organizations such as the J. Wood Platt Scholarship Trust Fund and The Matthew Renk Foundation. He grew up in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, and currently resides in Princeton, New Jersey.

Michael Castoro is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, Life Time Fitness, Lord & Taylor, and Hoop Heaven. Outside of finance, he has experience working in the fitness and retail sectors. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutional entities. The firm emphasizes model-driven investment implementation and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and a range of affiliated financial services.

Douglas Heil is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and over 35 years of industry experience. His prior roles include extensive tenures at Avantax Insurance Agency LLC and Avantax Advisory Services. Heil also owns a tax preparation business, DKH Tax Professionals LLC. 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, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Laura Riley is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Warren, NJ, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license. She has 32 years of industry experience and has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Co since 1998. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in sales related to life, property/casualty, health, and group insurance products. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, wrap programs, and educational seminars, structuring planning engagements as annual, collaborative relationships that use firm-approved tools to analyze client goals and deliver written recommendations.

Maria Mc Keon is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, leveraging over 25 years of experience in the financial industry. She has served in various roles including senior investment banker and public finance professional at Citigroup, co-founder of an advisory firm, CFO, and financial advisor to multiple enterprises. Her practice focuses on corporate and personal investment, retirement planning, liquidity management, insurance, and lending solutions within the Bank of America platform. Maria works with businesses, institutions, non-profits, and individual investors to help them achieve their financial goals through a holistic approach. Maria holds a Bachelor's degree from Herzen University and a Master's degree in International Finance and Business from Columbia University in New York City. She holds several professional designations including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She maintains a nationwide advisory practice and has considerable international finance and business background from her extensive work and travel in emerging markets. Outside of her professional life, Maria is an avid traveler and engages in personal interests such as antiquing, gardening, and tennis.