Donna Huber is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and previously worked at Signalert Asset Management LLC for 24 years. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team, offering a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Robert Austin is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at UBS Securities LLC and Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC, where he worked for over three decades combined. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and various corporate and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach utilizing portfolios developed by internal and third-party strategists, offering financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Nicole Poteat is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Goldman Sachs from 2015 to 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a committee member of Gaingels, a venture capital syndicate focused on early-stage companies with LGBT leadership, and holds board positions with the Ackerman Institute for the Family and Congregation Emanu-El of Westchester. 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 both model-based and discretionary strategies tailored to individual, high-net-worth, and institutional investors.

Craig Valentine is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2022, he worked at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. He also works as an associate for Hendel Wealth Management Group, assisting with client account services and new business solicitation. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and nonprofit clients. The firm delivers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and modeling tools, and maintains specialized offerings such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory programs.

Robert Galian is a CFP® and ChFC® with 19 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with J.P. Morgan Securities. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2016 and previously held roles at TIAA-CREF and Wells Fargo Clearing. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations, incorporating ESG considerations and leveraging broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Sameer Aga is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Bay Shore, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and also has roles with JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA. Outside of finance, he is a partner in an import business specializing in fruit beverages and is involved in a computer parts sales and repair venture. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a selective group of Wealth Advisors. The firm’s advisory approach combines centralized due diligence, quantitative and qualitative research, and a focus on written asset allocation advice, with final investment decisions made by clients.

Natasha Mitra is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, and Citigroup Global Markets Inc. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Anthony Rutigliano is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 18 years of industry experience, including roles at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Outside of advisory work, he owns a consulting business that supports his wealth management practice. LPL Enterprise serves a broad client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and participation in a wrap program.

Eric Abney is a CFP® professional with 30 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. He previously worked with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 15 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is the president of EA Operating Corp, where he manages day-to-day operations and provides independent insurance brokering. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing written recommendation reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary advice primarily through Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Steven Cellen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and 25 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2026, he worked at Equity Services, Inc and National Life Group for 14 years each. He is also an insurance agent operating under Cellen Financial, selling life, disability, and health insurance. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Charles Justino is a CFP® professional with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. He worked previously at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 15 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Certainty of the Uncertainty, LLC, an advisor-owned entity established to manage his practice. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, utilizing a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of large institutional firms.

Lilian Madrid is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2008. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Colin Moe is a Financial Advisor working with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management since 2022. With nearly a decade of experience in the wealth management industry, he supports high-net-worth individuals, families, and organizations in managing complex financial needs. He focuses on delivering a holistic and boutique-style experience, addressing all aspects of a client's balance sheet and collaborating with CPAs, attorneys, and other specialists. His approach includes personalized strategies such as tax-aware planning, alternative investment strategies, and guidance on trust and estate planning. Colin received his Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Siena University in 2019 and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He resides in Hauppauge, Long Island, where he has lived his entire life. Beyond his professional work, he is involved with the Boy Scouts of America and Venturing, reflecting his commitment to community involvement. Outside of his advisory role, Colin enjoys baseball, boxing, camping, fishing, football, golfing, music, pickleball, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

Thomas Travers IV is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Bank of America and Merrill since 2015. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using a combination of model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Wendy Gorman is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Dix Hills, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2010. Outside of her advisory role, she also works as a client service coordinator at Larry Joseph and Associates LLC. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to generate personalized recommendations. The firm serves a broad client base through a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Donald Cross is a Financial Consultant currently with Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2022. He has a total of 15 years of experience in the financial services industry, during which he has undertaken various positions including Private Client Advisor at JP Morgan from 2018 to 2022, Financial Advisor at Prudential Advisor's from 2015 to 2018 and earlier from 2010 to 2014, as well as Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments in 2014. Throughout his career, Cross applies a goals-based approach to financial consulting, partnering with clients to uncover their goals, needs, and wants and aligning these with their investments. His experience spans various facets of financial advising, with a focus on simplifying complex investment decisions for his clients. Outside of his professional work, Donald Cross is interested in baseball, boating, outdoor adventures, and snowboarding.

Matthew Roache is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving as a member of The Miranda Wealth Management Group. He began his career in investment and financial services in 2007 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2014. His background includes retail investment operations and trading, which supports his service-oriented approach to helping clients achieve their financial objectives. Matthew's areas of focus include education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, individual and corporate investment strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Farmingdale University and maintains several professional designations and licenses, including FINRA Series 7 and 66 registrations, Life Accident & Health License, Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Outside of his professional role, Matthew enjoys golfing, hiking, spending time with his family, surfing, swimming, and playing tennis.

Collin Krieg is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Stony Brook, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he worked in various roles related to lacrosse and education. He also manages an advisory business, Certainty of the Uncertainty, LLC, and serves as a part-time consultant supporting advisor transitions to the Ameriprise platform. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized recommendations. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Salvatore Caruso is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and previously worked for Aegis Capital Corp for 10 years before joining Equitable Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of two real estate management corporations. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm offers a variety of advisory models including third-party programs and discretionary management, focusing on matching clients to appropriate investment solutions without sponsoring its own wrap fee program.

Michael Desepoli is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and 17 years of industry experience. His career includes positions at Heritage Financial Advisory Group, Commonwealth Financial Network, and Cambridge Investment Research. He is also the owner of Gold Coast Wealth Consulting LTD and serves as a trustee for a client-based trust in Saint James, NY. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and asset management solutions, utilizing a broad platform that includes model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized investment strategies.