Daniel Mcdonough is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2022 and concurrently has experience with CUNA Brokerage Services, Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union, and Mirabella's Restaurant since 2015. 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, 529 account management, and brokerage services with discretionary and non-discretionary management options supported by research and model portfolios.

Scott Banker Jr. is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with LPL Financial in Lake Katrine, NY. He joined LPL Financial in 2026 and has prior experience working at Hudson Valley Credit Union, Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, and in various roles unrelated to finance. Outside of his advisory work, he was involved with A&T Bounce House and has worked in the hospitality and education sectors. 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 research and technology, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management options.

Summer Mosher is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Kingston, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to her current role beginning in 2021, she has worked in various positions including at Hudson Valley Distillers and Outdoor Voices. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model, combining advisory and brokerage channels to tailor services based on client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

Darlene Pedrosa is a CFP® professional with 20 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2023. She previously worked at Cetera Investment Services and Foresters Advisory Services, among others. Outside her advisory role, she is involved with Rhinebeck Tax, LLC, a tax preparation and accounting business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by research and model portfolios.

Edward Mercier is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 35 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory solutions. The firm’s investment approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Cynthia Troeger is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Merrill since 2017, following four years at Wells Fargo Advisors. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as co-trustee for a family trust. Merrill, together 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Christine Klee is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and has worked at Merrill since 2017. Prior to that, she was with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing from 2010 to 2017. 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. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Cubito is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with six years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. His prior experience includes nine years at Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill. He is also registered with the Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union. 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, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

Jane Mccarthy is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. She has been with Equitable Advisors since 2006 and previously worked at AXA Advisors, LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in business networking groups and owns an insurance and investment agency in Red Hook, NY. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through various third-party managers and LPL programs. The firm uses a hybrid referral and implementation model that emphasizes tailored client services and offers both advisory and brokerage channels.

John Higbee Jr. is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, based in Kingston, NY, with 43 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2009, including time at Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in a vacation home rental business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering comprehensive financial planning and advisory programs supported by firm-approved tools and research, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Catherine Irizarry is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Key Investment Services LLC and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as a notary public and acts as executrix for her father's estate. Wells Fargo Advisors provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of planning options that include retirement, education, and specialized services such as business-owner transition planning and special-needs analysis. Advisors use Wells Fargo's research and tools to develop tailored recommendations delivered through meetings and written summaries, with clients choosing whether to implement these through the firm’s brokerage or advisory programs.

Javier Tavares is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he owns an e-commerce business, Watchmatic LLC, which sells collectible watches online. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations to deliver a range of advisory and brokerage services.

Jon Dayton is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 39 years of industry experience. His career includes 17 years at Merrill and 10 years at Bank of America, N.A. He is also involved with Hendy Dayton Coaching LLC, where he assists with tax preparation and government filings. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, supported by extensive research and a variety of portfolio management strategies.

Mitchell Zapka is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Kingston, NY, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. He has one year of industry experience, including prior roles at ThinkEquity LLC and Wallkill Valley Federal Savings and Loan. Outside of finance, he has been involved in the food service industry through ownership of Carry Out Kings. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and data-driven modeling techniques.

Ojas Sardesai is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 13 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2012 and also works with Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union, where he is involved in insurance services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations through a national network of advisers. The firm offers various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by internal and third-party research.

Christina Paul is a CFP® with over 32 years of experience in the financial services industry. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including her current role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides planning services that emphasize client implementation while generally acting in an advisory capacity.

Adan Koepp is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds a Series 66 designation. He has experience working in education and credit unions, including roles at Dutchess Community College, Hudson Valley Credit Union, and Rhinebeck middle and high schools. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Richard Marr is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career as a financial advisor in 1997 and has dedicated himself to understanding financial markets and assisting clients in managing their finances to achieve stability and purpose. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Antioch College and a Master's Degree from the University of Chicago. In 2018, Richard earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) certification and is also recognized as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Richard speaks English and Chinese. Beyond his professional work, Richard is involved in community organizations including the Citizens Climate Lobby and the Rhinebeck Rotary. He balances his financial expertise with his interest in art, contributing to his approach in investing and planning.

Philip Meltzer is a CFP® professional with 23 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2013. Outside of his primary role, he is involved with Meltzer & Hill Wealth Advisory LLC and Meltzer Asset Management Inc., both investment-related ventures. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that offers investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services, including cash-flow, retirement, education, risk and wealth-transfer planning, as well as specialized services like business-owner transition and special-needs analysis.

Steven Dawson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Kingston, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Linsco/Private Ledger Corp. since 2000. Steven also maintains a DBA under the name Safety Harbor Financial. 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 brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management along with research from internal and third-party sources.