Kyle Nielsen is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and is also affiliated with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2010. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Thomas Ierna is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 32 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2025. He previously worked at Next Financial Group for 19 years. Outside of advising, he coaches for the Peconic Hockey Foundation. LPL Financial is a national investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios and research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Dennis Gur is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2023. He has held various roles within Fidelity Investments, including Investment Consultant and Financial Representative, starting in 2022. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as an Associate Financial Advisor at Canoga Wealth Management from 2021 to 2022. Dennis focuses on co-creating disciplined and tailored financial plans that aim to grow wealth while managing risk. He emphasizes the importance of managing personal finances as a lifelong journey and partners with clients to develop strategies suited to their individual needs. Outside of his professional work, Dennis has personal interests in cars, fitness, golf, movies, pets, and traveling.

Sharon Lacolla is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 29 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at firms including American Portfolios Financial Services and EverBank. In addition to her advisory role, Lacolla is a CPA operating a tax and accounting practice and serves as a trustee for an irrevocable lifetime trust. OSAIC 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, employing asset-allocation tools and risk-based portfolio construction, with access to third-party money managers and wrap programs.

Dennis Leahy is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Commack, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at MML Investors Services Inc. and MassMutual from 2001 to 2017, and Global Retirement Partners from 2017 to 2026. He also provides investment advisory services through Global Retirement Partners, an independent investment advisor firm. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients through a national network of representatives. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning, a variety of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, supported by proprietary and third-party research and technology tools.

Ian Rubin is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with a Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at Equitable Advisors and has a background that includes coaching volleyball teams outside of his advisory role. Rubin is involved in coaching a volleyball club team at Sportime Clubs, LLC. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning that includes a written Recommendation Report and ongoing annual advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Arthur Matarazzo is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial who holds a Series 63 designation and has 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at Matarazzo & Associates and Raymond James Financial Services for the past 10 years. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a trustee for the Matarazzo Family Irrevocable Trust and is involved with Matarazzo Staiger Wealth Management. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth investors and government entities. The firm offers tailored, primarily non-discretionary advisory services that incorporate risk-based reviews and supports specialized programs such as SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services for small businesses.

Robert Martino Jr. is a CFP® and ChFC® with 23 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with OSAIC since 2024 and spent 19 years at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Martino serves as a board member for the Boy Scouts of America Suffolk County Council, where he participates in investment and trust committee activities. He is also CEO of MBPG Assoc Inc, a business supporting financial advisory operations. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money managers and wrap programs. The firm employs various asset-allocation tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts, with multiple platforms and third-party solutions.

John Thomson Jr. is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 33 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Securities America Advisors, AXA Advisors, Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company, and MSI Financial Services. In addition to his advisory work, he engages in outside fixed insurance sales focused on servicing and renewing existing clients. OSAIC serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisors and offers integrated brokerage and advisory services along with access to multiple third-party investment platforms. The firm employs various portfolio construction tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management to deliver customized investment solutions.

Richard Ehli is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding a Series 63 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 21 years and has served as a trustee for his father's irrevocable trust since 2015. Ehli is also involved in managing administrative aspects of his practice through a corporation he established. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and institutional entities. The firm provides financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, emphasizing tailored financial plans and advisory services supported by extensive research and a broad affiliate network.

Keith Robertson is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with LPL Financial since 2016. Prior to and concurrently with his advisory role, he has extensive experience in private banking and commercial loans at Dime Community Bank, where he serves as Senior Vice President of Private Banking. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by comprehensive research and portfolio management options.

Mark Peterson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2018 and previously worked at St. James Investment Advisors, LLC and Home Depot. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides personalized retirement-income planning through written Recommendation Reports and ongoing advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Mark Parrott is a financial advisor with OSAIC based in Medford, NY, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 credentials and 37 years of industry experience. He has worked at Creative Retirement Planning and OSAIC since 1996. Outside of his advisory role, he is a musician who performs in nightclubs and has authored a book on economic trends. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of clients including individual and high-net-worth investors, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, and financial planning through a large network of affiliated advisers, utilizing asset-allocation tools, risk assessments, and third-party money manager access.

Rony Nehme is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America since 1998 and transitioned to LPL Enterprise in 2024. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, access to model portfolios, third-party asset management, and a range of brokerage and insurance products supported by an integrated platform.

Benjamin Cotter is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 15 years of industry experience. He is currently with Morgan Stanley, where he has worked since 2023, following a 13-year tenure at Merrill. 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, including tailored financial planning services, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Gus Catanzaro is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked for American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. for 14 years. Outside of his advisory role, Catanzaro is a partner and Chief Operating Officer at PPS Advisors, LLC, where he is involved in management and fixed insurance sales. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to construct portfolios across various asset classes and supports multiple advisory platforms and legacy account transitions.

Kyle Abruzzo is a financial advisor at Stifel with one year of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Stifel in 2024, he has worked in various roles including positions at Whole Foods Market and academic institutions. Stifel serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to provide asset allocation and planning analyses, with clients retaining discretion over implementation.

Joseph Minieri is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds the Series 63 designation. He has 42 years of industry experience, including roles at Metlife Securities Inc. and MassMutual Life Insurance Company. Outside of his advisory work, he is a member of the Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce and serves as an agent in group health. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes collaborative, annual planning relationships and offers specialized programs such as divorce planning and employer-sponsored planning.

Joseph Marano is a financial advisor at Merrill with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Merrill since 1989. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a broad range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm’s integration with Bank of America’s corporate platform offers access to a wide set of products and services beyond typical investment management.

Michael Damiano is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Hauppauge, NY. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience, including prior roles at Raymond James Financial and RBC Capital Markets. Outside of his advisory work, he assists with operations and customer service at Girard Wealth Management Group. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and proprietary planning tools.