Julie Sterling is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. She has worked at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2019 and was previously with Capitol Securities Management for 11 years. 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 through a team of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Timothy Smith is a financial advisor at Cetera with 37 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® and Series 63 designations. Prior to his current role at Cetera, he has been associated with Cetera Wealth Services, LLC and Georgetown Financial Group, Inc. outside of advisory work, he serves as an independent insurance agent specializing in life, accident, health, and long-term care insurance and is involved in product education and underwriting support for Amicor Enterprise Insurance Group. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services, operating a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers, supporting diverse investment models and program structures.

Stephen Schneider is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked within Wells Fargo's affiliated firms since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as co-executor for his father’s estate. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser providing investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad planning menu and integrates advisory services with other financial products and referral channels.

Jeffrey Spiewak is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked at Dibico Construction, Inc. and Rockit Solutions, LLC. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written Recommendation Reports and ongoing retirement income planning advice focused on reliable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Robert Tinkler is a CFP® with 25 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. He has prior experience at Raymond James Financial Services and in accounting, tax preparation, and CPA services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and nonprofits through a national network. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, including discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios and third-party research.

Wayne Locke Jr. is a CFP® with 39 years of industry experience, currently serving with Cetera. His prior roles include Matson Financial Advisor's, Inc., and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC. He is a board member of the New Milford Chamber of Commerce and owns a business providing expense management services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC distributes financial services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm offers diversified portfolio management and financial planning options, operating as a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party investment strategies.

Zachary Verdi is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 license and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he held positions at Thermo Fisher Scientific, Johnson and Johnson, Iqvia, and Elegran Real Estate. 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 broad range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches supported by research and model portfolios.

Jessica Myers is a financial advisor at Osaic with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. She has been in the industry since 2017, with experience at Osaic Wealth Inc., Valerio Financial Group, and National Planning Corporation. Osaic Wealth, Inc. 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, and access to third-party money managers, using asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to construct diversified portfolios.

Matthew Fortney is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with LPL Financial since 2015, previously working at Northstar Wealth Partners. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Stoneshore Partners LLC, a business entity for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations, offering a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by comprehensive research and technology tools.

Frank Delucia is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. His prior roles include long-term positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. LPL Enterprise serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, access to model wealth portfolios, third-party asset management arrangements, and a variety of brokerage and insurance products via its integrated platform.

Ryan Peck is a financial advisor at Fidelity with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked for firms including J.P. Morgan Securities and David Lerner Associates. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios.

James Curtin is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and HSBC Bank USA. 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 financial planning and advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

Steven Rountos is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Ridgefield, CT, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a restaurant business in Reddington, CT. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Antonio Ciocca is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with LPL Financial since 2013. In addition to his role at LPL, he provides consulting and financial planning services through Institutional Investment Consulting, an independent registered investment advisor. He is also involved with Life Plans of New England, specializing in the sale of non-variable insurance. 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 a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and research from LPL Research.

Maximo Trama is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously with Wealthbuilding LLC, Mariano McGrath and Associates, and Charter Oak Financial. Outside of his advisory work, he has been involved in pizza delivery through a local business. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC 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 offers a range of programs including wrap and money-manager services, with a focus on collaborative, annual financial planning engagements.

Matthew Barrett is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and previously at MetLife Securities Inc. from 2015 to 2017. In addition to his advisory role, he is an independent insurance agent specializing in disability, fixed annuities, life/accident/health, and long-term care products, and also assists clients with life settlements. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides structured, collaborative financial planning engagements supported by firm-approved software and offers specialized programs including divorce planning and event-driven estate and employer-sponsored planning services.

Daniela Aponte is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding CFP® and Series 66 credentials and bringing 17 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at MetLife Securities and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company. She is also an independent insurance agent specializing in long-term care and property and casualty insurance. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational services, focusing on collaborative, annual financial planning engagements.

Ashley Gaines is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Shelton, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2024, she worked for 14 years at David Lerner Associates, Inc. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide written, non-discretionary recommendations delivered through a centralized consulting team.

Leonard Manz III is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. He has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he manages several rental properties. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, delivering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm offers advisory services alongside brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Todd Rubsamen is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Woodbury, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2016. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional investors, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions with a focus on non-discretionary relationships and a range of portfolio management approaches.