Lauren Gotay is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 29 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2018, she worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley & Co., Incorporated for nearly a decade. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and consulting services supported by a range of portfolio management strategies and affiliated research.

David Ferris is a financial advisor with LPL Financial holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2024, he worked at John Hancock Distributors LLC for four years and spent five years at Oracle Corporation. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Jeffrey Minkos is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. He has 23 years of industry experience, including 14 years with Allstate Insurance Company and Allstate Financial Services, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of Minkos Insurance, LLC, which sells life, equity-fixed life, and fixed indexed annuities. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved tools to provide written recommendations through ongoing client relationships.

Brian Cohan is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds the Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience and has worked at Cambridge Investment Research entities since 2023. His prior work includes roles at Chubb and PLS Logistics. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm provides financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals, offering a range of portfolio management options and customized strategies.

Brian Kelaher is a Wealth Management Advisor based in the Farmington Merrill Lynch Wealth Management office. He has been a financial advisor with Merrill Lynch since November 2012 and has spent his entire career in financial services. Brian works with clients to develop personalized wealth management strategies that address various factors including risk tolerance, current resources, family dynamics, and long-term goals. His approach emphasizes consistent communication and collaboration to help clients navigate their financial futures. Brian holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Brown University and has earned multiple professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). His expertise covers a range of client focus areas such as retirement income, legacy planning, family wealth management strategies, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, small business strategies, and college education planning. Outside of his professional work, Brian is involved with Amy's Angels in the community. He lives in Canton, CT with his wife and their two children. Brian welcomes the opportunity to learn about clients’ financial goals and to apply his knowledge and resources to support their long-term success.

Alexander Nweeia is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 33 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Western International Securities, Inc. for 12 years before joining LPL Financial. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a board member for a nonprofit organization in Culver City, California. 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 advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and multiple portfolio strategies.

Adam Peterson is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and four years of industry experience. His background includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, Santander Bank, and Hartford Healthcare. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, utilizing a process that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Tom Dussault is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He focuses on assisting clients in building financial plans tailored to their unique life circumstances and financial situations. By understanding the goals, values, and concerns of clients and their families, he collaborates with them to develop strategies that aim to meet their objectives while managing life's challenges. Tom has been with Fidelity Investments since 2024, progressing through roles such as Workplace Planning Associate and Workplace Planning Consultant before assuming his current position in 2026. His professional experience centers on workplace planning and investment consulting. Outside of his professional work, Tom has interests in fitness, football, hiking, running, and skiing.

Antonio Alves is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in West Hartford, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wealth Enhancement Group, Triad Advisors, KeyBank, and Prudential. He has also been involved with Artistic Demos LLC. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory services supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational infrastructure.

Jared Kahn is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with clients and their advisors to develop financial plans tailored to their specific circumstances, priorities, and goals. He has been with Fidelity Investments in various roles since 2023, including Relationship Manager and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, Jared worked as a Financial Representative at PFS Investments from 2021 to 2023. His professional experience centers around financial planning and client relationship management. Outside of his professional work, Jared has personal interests that include baseball, beach activities, fitness, football, and golf.

Dominic Schioppo Jr. is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and having 29 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 operates as an independent insurance agent specializing in disability, life, accident, health, and long-term care insurance. 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, goal-oriented planning using firm-approved analytical tools, with a broad range of investment and insurance solutions offered through separate brokerage or insurance arrangements.

Spencer Langweil Sr is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation. His background includes roles at several hospitality and educational institutions prior to joining LPL Financial. 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 various advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios and research.

Vincent Thompson is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. His prior roles include positions at ParPlus Partners, Crito Capital, Foreside Fund Services, and Welton Investment Partners. 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 strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Neill Sachdev is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America since 2018 and has been with Merrill since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with the Civitan Club of Windsor, a charitable organization, where he serves on a committee focused on winding down the nonprofit. 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, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Robert Brochu is a Series 63-licensed financial advisor with LPL Financial, based in Farmington, CT, bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 1994 and has operated R.G.B. Financial since 1984. Brochu serves on the Town of Farmington Municipal Employees Pension Plan Retirement Board and is involved in tax preparation through RGB Tax Services LLC, a business he operates. 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, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios and research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Gary Tasillo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Farmington, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 40 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial and its predecessor firms since 2004. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Tunxis Wealth Management, which focuses on health and life insurance, long-term care insurance, and fixed annuities. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs, comprehensive financial planning, and utilizes model portfolios and research to support diversified investment strategies.

Timothy Gibson is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in West Hartford, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2018, he worked with Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors from 2009 to 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he plays in a musical group as an independent contractor. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, employing a range of portfolio management styles supported by affiliated research and sub-advisers.

William Struss is a CFA® charterholder with 10 years of industry experience. He is currently with Mass Mutual Investors Services and MassMutual, joining in 2025. His prior experience includes roles at Orion Portfolio Solutions, Brinker Capital, JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, JPMorgan Securities LLC, and Fidelity Investments Institutional Services Company, Inc. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved software and collaborative planning processes.

Cailyn Paradise is a CFP® with seven years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2019. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked for Lincoln Financial (formerly Liberty Mutual Benefits) from 2011 to 2019. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, and operates a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Gregg Desmarais is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2024, he worked at TD Bank N.A. and TD Private Client Wealth LLC for eight years. Desmarais serves as a school council member for Southwick Regional School and is a partner in a wealth management firm in Avon, CT. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and offers specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.