Frederick Thielker is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on helping clients develop personalized financial plans that address their unique ambitions and priorities. Frederick works with individuals and families to plan for key goals such as funding education, preparing for retirement and potential health care expenses, and achieving long-term financial objectives. He approaches financial advising by considering each client's personal perspectives and priorities, aiming to simplify the complexities of investing and wealth planning. Frederick provides guidance on a range of financial matters, including long-term income sustainability, wealth transfer and preservation, tax-efficient strategies, and educational funding. He collaborates with Bank of America specialists to offer clients comprehensive financial solutions encompassing banking, credit, home financing, and small business needs. Frederick holds a Bachelor's Degree from American International College. Outside of his professional work, he has personal interests in baseball, basketball, camping, fishing, gardening, golfing, hunting, refereeing, traveling, and woodworking.

Alexander Araniz is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he focuses on understanding clients' priorities to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at achieving their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. His approach includes collaborating with clients to create plans tailored to their family, goals, and aspirations. His areas of expertise include personal retirement planning, college education planning, family wealth management strategies, and legacy planning. Alexander is certified as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Outside of his professional work, Alexander enjoys activities such as boating, chess, cooking, football, ice hockey, music, pickleball, spending time with his family, volleyball, and watching movies.

Patrick McMahon is a Series 66-credentialed advisor with Merrill, where he has worked since 2016. He has nine years of industry experience, including two years at Bank of America. Outside of his financial advisory role, he has worked part-time as a bartender at a theater in Rhode Island since 2005. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Christopher Swick is a Senior Vice President and Senior Financial Advisor with the Swick & McDevitt Wealth Management Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He delivers tailored advice and guidance to meet the specific objectives of his clients, including high net worth individuals, families, and institutions. Christopher assists clients in articulating their wealth goals and designing strategies to grow, preserve, and transfer their wealth effectively. Christopher joined the group in 2012, initially focusing on portfolio analytics and investment research. He is a qualified Portfolio Manager who provides traditional financial advice and also builds and manages personalized or defined investment strategies. His strategies may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment approaches. When participating in the firm's Investment Advisory Program, he may manage client portfolios on a discretionary basis. Christopher completed his B.A. in Economics with a Concentration in Financial Markets at Colby College in 2014. He holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Residing in Boston, Massachusetts, he mentors students in the Colby Financial Alumni Club and serves on the Advancement Subcommittee for Bishop Feehan High School. He is a sports enthusiast who enjoys golf, tennis, and skiing.

Charlotte Doherty is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Cranston, RI, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and having four years of industry experience. She has worked with Primerica Financial Services since 2000 and spent 14 years at Cumberland Public School. Outside of advising, she is involved in sales of home-related products and services through Primerica-affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors is a large institutional firm serving primarily individual investors and some corporate and charitable clients through a wrap-fee asset management program. The firm uses model-delivery strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and offers various portfolio approaches, including recently added cryptocurrency ETF allocations.

Matthew Anghinetti is a financial advisor at Fidelity with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His prior work includes roles at YMCA, Stonehill College, and QCI Engineering. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a methodology that combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm also serves as a commodity pool operator and offers model portfolio solutions incorporating AI and systematic strategies.

Andrea Ritch is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 41 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Triad Advisors, Inc. and Brown Financial Group. Ritch is also involved in insurance sales and owns a financial planning and investment advisory business. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of integrated brokerage and advisory services, using asset-allocation tools and multiple advisory platforms to deliver customized portfolio management.

Marenglen Elezi is a financial advisor at OSAIC with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Royal Alliance Associates, Ameriprise, and State Street Corporation. Elezi also serves as Director of Investment Operations at Independence Financial Partners, where he is responsible for trades, models, research, and investment meetings. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated financial 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.

Irene Bock is a Wealth Management Advisor and Managing Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she partners with the Carcieri & Bock Group. She works with individuals and families to design personalized financial strategies aimed at meeting their diverse goals and managing various aspects of personal and professional wealth. Irene also holds the Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) designation, enabling her to guide business owners through the process of preparing for business sale or transition that aligns financial and personal objectives. With over two decades in the financial services industry, beginning in 1998, Irene brings extensive experience to her role. She holds several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She earned her Bachelor's Degree from California State University, San Bernardino. Prior to her financial career, Irene served in the United States Navy and was awarded the Southwest Asia Service Medal. Irene volunteers with the Center for Women & Enterprise, contributing to the Certification Review Committee to assist women in advancing their businesses through WBENC certification. She is fluent in English and Spanish. Outside of her professional and volunteer activities, Irene enjoys spending time with her husband, three children, and dog, Tucker, as well as exploring new restaurants, reading, traveling, and cooking spicy dishes.

Fred Vicario is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2022. He has held several roles within the financial services industry, including Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2022, Premier Advisor at Citizens Bank from 2020 to 2021, and Financial Advisor at Ameriprise Financial from 2019 to 2020. Prior to that, he served as an Internal Wholesaler at Ameriprise Financial from 2015 to 2019 and started his career as a Financial Advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors from 2014 to 2015. Fred focuses on understanding the unique financial situations and goals of his clients, working with them to document their specific objectives such as retirement savings, education planning, and legacy planning. He collaborates with clients to create tailored financial plans aimed at helping them achieve these goals.

Kayla Ballou is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in North Smithfield, RI, and has five years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Ye Olde English and Roast House Restaurant. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed recommendation reports on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, algorithm-supported advice through a centralized retirement-income consulting team.

Albert Crimaldi is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and The Cafaro Group. Since joining the team in 2016, he has led the group's life insurance and long-term care strategy and planning. Albert serves affluent families in New England and nationwide, working with professionals and corporate executives as they navigate key life transitions including job changes, retirement, and family milestones. His areas of focus include college education planning, legacy planning, liquidity management, tax minimization, and retirement income strategies. Albert holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®), Chartered Life Underwriter® (CLU®), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP). He earned his bachelor's degree from Endicott College, where he was a center on the football team, and holds an MBA from Johnson & Wales University. Albert is an active member of Rotary International and resides in Dedham, Massachusetts. Outside of his professional work, Albert enjoys cooking, golfing, and reading. He spends time with family and friends on Cape Cod.

Christopher Medeiros is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill since 2015. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a variety of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm operates within Bank of America’s broader platform, providing access to a wide range of products and services.

Brennan Latham is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Providence, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 26 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Fidelity Investments, E*Trade Securities, and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2025. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and structured discovery processes. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct plans and Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

James Wing is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Providence, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 45 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2008. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services tailored to clients’ risk profiles.

Mary Brimer is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc., holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses, with 21 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at SagePoint Financial, the ON Equity Sales Company, Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, and Ohio National Financial Services. She also operates under the business name Ginger Green Financial and serves as an insurance agent. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisors and multiple advisory platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and third-party solutions to construct diversified portfolios tailored to client needs.

Joel Russell is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, Rhode Island. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and other institutional clients. The firm integrates its investment services with Bank of America’s broader corporate platform, providing access to various financial products and services.

Shane Madden is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in areas such as college education planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. He works closely with individuals, families, and business owners to navigate significant financial decisions, emphasizing the creation of strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances and goals. With a focus on comprehensive financial planning, Shane assists clients through various life stages, from building wealth to retirement preparation and legacy planning. He offers ongoing advice and adapts portfolio strategies to align with clients' evolving situations. His professional background includes the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations, supported by a bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts System. Beyond his professional role, Shane is involved in community activities such as Habitat for Humanity South County, Save The Bay, and Special Olympics Rhode Island. His personal interests include fishing, golfing, and skiing.

Brian Durkin is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving as a partner with The TDM GROUP. He began his career in financial services in 1991 and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2006. With over 25 years of portfolio management experience, Brian oversees and manages client investments, applying a disciplined, goals-based investment process. He leads the TDM Group investment committee, where he evaluates client investment strategies for both quantitative and qualitative attributes and communicates his findings to the team. Brian holds a bachelor's degree from Bryant College and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He resides in Barrington, Rhode Island, where he is an avid runner and actively involved in coaching and supporting his four children.

Jacob Carlisle is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has prior experience at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and Newport Hospital. Outside of advisory work, he also engages in rideshare services with DoorDash. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, access to model portfolios, third-party asset management programs, and a range of brokerage and insurance products, utilizing an integrated platform that combines adviser programs with active sales of financial products.