Christopher Lagasse is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Paramus, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo entities since 2014, working in various capacities within the company. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing a broad range of investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm offers tailored recommendations supported by proprietary research and planning tools, with a focus on discrete planning engagements across diverse specialized areas.

Adam Rosenblatt is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Monsey, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2021, with prior experience at Money Concepts Capital Corp, Investors Advantage Portfolios, LLC, and Chipotle. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Eric Johnson is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 16 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC, Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as co-trustee for the Johnson Family IRR Trust in a fiduciary capacity. 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, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, supported by model portfolios, research, and technology-driven solutions.

Thomas Kelly is a financial advisor with Merrill in Montvale, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Kelly serves on the borough council of Oradell, New Jersey. Merrill 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 and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Daniel Sieman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at UBS Financial Services and TJX Companies, along with several years in full-time education. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that provides investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Matthew Mais is a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to understand their priorities and develop financial strategies aimed at achieving their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. He provides guidance on a range of financial topics including investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unexpected expenses. Additionally, he connects clients with Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Matthew's expertise lies in assisting clients with managing complex financial demands such as home purchases, college savings, elder care, and healthcare preparation. He collaborates with clients to define their goals and tailor portfolio strategies accordingly, offering ongoing advice and portfolio adjustments as client needs evolve. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Montclair State University and is affiliated with the Montclair State Men's Soccer Alumni organization.

Mark Picardo is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, having joined the firm in 2014. He serves as a Senior Portfolio Advisor, providing clients with traditional advice and discretionary management of custom investment strategies. Mark works closely with clients to address financial objectives across various stages of life, including retirement planning, education funding, family wealth management, and legacy establishment. Mark earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Marist College in 2008. He has attained professional designations including the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC™) in 2016 and the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®) designation in 2021. These credentials support his expertise in retirement planning, investment strategy, and wealth management. He resides in Montville, New Jersey, with his wife and two sons. Mark participates actively in his community and enjoys traveling, spending time with family, and following sports such as baseball, football, and golf.

Lauren Ricca is a CFP® professional with 18 years of industry experience currently affiliated with LPL Financial. Her prior roles include positions at AllianceBernstein LP, Sanford C. Bernstein, Wells Fargo, Kestra Advisory, Maltin Wealth Management, and TIAA-CREF. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and technology-driven strategies.

Dom Palmeri is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2021. In his role, he works with clients to understand their short and long-term financial goals, assisting in building financial plans and implementing strategies to help achieve those goals. He emphasizes trust, dedication, and open communication as key components of the client-advisor relationship.

Steven Bermack is a financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with 24 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations. His prior roles include positions at Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C., EF Legacy Securities, LLC, and Edelman Financial Services, LLC. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm employs a committee-driven, proprietary modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, offering both discretionary management and non-discretionary online advice.

Frank Buttacavoli is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked previously at UBS Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, he has been an Instacart shopper since 2020. Raymond James & Associates provides financial planning and investment consulting services to a diverse client base, including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and government clients. The firm offers tailored financial plans and investment recommendations through both non-discretionary and discretionary programs and maintains capabilities in public finance and municipal work.

Michael James is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Franklin Lakes, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2007. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, supported by proprietary research and a broad platform that includes custody, underwriting, and capital markets solutions.

John Wapelhorst is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab Bank, The Vozza Agency, and involvement with Rutgers University. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund and registered investment companies. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios across multiple asset classes.

Elizabeth Kennedy is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 12 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Bank of America/Merrill Lynch. Outside of finance, she owns a second home in the Catskills. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Jilmmy Zevallos is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has 11 years of industry experience, having previously worked at Merrill Lynch, Bank of America, and JP Morgan. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing ongoing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm utilizes firm-approved software and collaborative planning processes to deliver written recommendations and offers specialized programs including estate-settlement and employer-sponsored planning.

Dominick Riolo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2014 to 2021. Outside of his advisory work, he operates a FAFSA completion service to assist students and parents with college financial aid forms. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutions. The firm provides financial planning, a variety of advisory programs, and retirement consulting, supported by research and model portfolios to deliver both discretionary and non-discretionary management solutions.

Robert Cappadona is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at LPL Financial and Royal Alliance Associates. He is also an advisor to Garden State Capital Investments LLC, a business entity focused on tax and investment matters. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services. The firm employs asset-allocation tools and third-party managed-account solutions to construct portfolios across various asset classes.

Thomas Rocco is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the firm in 2010, bringing a comprehensive understanding of the financial challenges and opportunities faced by corporate executives and private business owners. Thomas focuses on providing personalized wealth management strategies, emphasizing transparent communication and a thorough understanding of his clients’ aspirations and concerns. His approach involves translating complex financial concepts into clear, accessible advice to help clients pursue their goals, whether achieving near-term milestones, sustaining retirement lifestyles, or planning for future generations. Thomas holds a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation, along with credentials such as CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He earned master’s degrees from the University of California Berkeley and Columbia University, as well as a bachelor’s degree from the University of Tennessee System. His client focus encompasses areas including divorce transition planning, executive compensation, equity compensation services, retirement income, socially responsible investing, and small business strategies. In addition to his professional work, Thomas contributes to his community by serving as a financial literacy instructor for NORWESCAP. Outside of his advisory practice, he enjoys fishing, football, music, reading, spending time with his family, surfing, tennis, and yoga.

Michael Jason is a financial advisor at Osaic with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation, Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, he coaches a local youth hockey team. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with access to multiple platforms and third-party money managers, employing asset-allocation tools and risk-tolerance analysis to construct diversified portfolios.

Jonathan Licata is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Paramus, NJ, and has five years of industry experience. Before joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2025, he worked at Wells Fargo Clearing from 2019 to 2025, and previously held roles at Randstad Temp Agency and Manhattan College. Outside of his advisory duties, Licata coaches youth hockey for the Ramapo Youth Hockey Association in Monsey, NY. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of financial planning and investment services tailored to clients who meet a net-worth threshold. The firm combines advisory services with various financial products and planning strategies to address diverse client needs.