Christopher Faust is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Toms River, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2012 and previously worked at Axa Advisors, LLC from 2012 to 2020. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement consulting, and various asset-management programs. The firm utilizes a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and relies on third-party program sponsors and advisory models to deliver its services.

Richard Tedeschi is a CFP® professional with 30 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with OSAIC since 2024. He previously worked with Securities America Advisors and Securities America, Inc. and has operated as an attorney providing estate planning and administration services for over two decades. Outside of financial advising, he manages Bricktown Liquors, Inc. and provides tax preparation services through Tedeschi Accounting LLC. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients, offering a wide range of brokerage and advisory services. The firm’s investment approach centers on model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and the use of various managed account strategies delivered through a complex network of affiliated entities.

Ellen Vetromile is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2018, she worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and market modeling techniques.

Paul Massaro is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2019, following nine years at Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by structured planning tools and comprehensive investment resources.

Joseph Zaccardo is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Monmouth County Executive Committee and coaches private boxing lessons at the Middletown Boxing Club. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed recommendation reports that incorporate income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and adaptive withdrawal advice, emphasizing assets managed within Ameriprise accounts and using algorithmic tools overseen by a dedicated committee.

Michael Lomet is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Cetera, based in Manasquan, NJ, and has two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at LPL Enterprise, The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, and Bank of America. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm provides a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various program structures and third-party money managers.

Melissa Lannon is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she has worked since 2011. In her role, she partners with high-net-worth clients and their families to build, manage, and preserve wealth. She leverages over 25 years of industry experience to provide guidance in investment strategies, retirement planning, income protection, long-term care, and tax-efficient investing. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Melissa held several positions in the financial services industry, including Vice President and Regional Manager at J.P. Morgan Asset Management from 2003 to 2010, Financial Advisor at Edward Jones Investments from 2002 to 2003, and Internal Wholesaler at Lord Abbett from 2000 to 2002. Outside of her professional work, Melissa enjoys gardening, outdoor adventures, and snowboarding.

Robert Powell is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and Santander Securities. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Its advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research and includes broader derivatives and commodities capabilities through affiliated entities.

Brent Mctaggart is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Clearing, Banc of America Investment Services, Inc., and Quick & Reilly, Inc. He also owns and operates BMM Wealth Management Corp. Wells Fargo Advisors is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services and integrates advisory services with various financial products and referral channels.

James Gates Jr. is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Wall, New Jersey, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor firm AXA Advisors since 1999. Outside of his advisory role, Gates serves on the Bay Head Township Council and participates in the Parish Finance Council at Sacred Heart Church, as well as acting as Treasurer for the Regular Republican Organization of Bay Head. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes a variety of advisory programs and third-party asset managers to tailor investment solutions across mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.

Lori Ann Simon is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with nine years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2017, including a current role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2018. Her prior experience includes a one-year tenure at Northwestern Mutual. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

John Whitmore is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with one year of experience at the firm. Prior to joining Edelman, he worked at Peachtree Capital Group for one year and has been involved in the pizza business for several years, including ownership of Luigi's Famous Pizza. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory services primarily focused on workplace retirement accounts, IRAs, taxable accounts, and institutional clients. The firm manages both model-based and customized portfolios and serves a large client base through a combination of advisor-led and online platforms.

Jason Innocenti is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 10 years before joining his current firm in 2023. He is also the owner of Innocenti & Associates, Inc., which operates under the name Beneficial Capital Group. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services, including specialized offerings such as business-owner transition and special-needs planning. The firm combines proprietary research and planning tools to deliver tailored recommendations through discrete planning engagements.

Aaron Niederman is a CFP® professional with 21 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. His career includes roles at Securian Financial Services, Mid Atlantic Resource Group, and MargFinancial. He serves as a volunteer firefighter for the Freehold Fire Department and holds a board trustee position at the Independence Square Condo Association. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC provides investment advisory services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individual, corporate, retirement plan, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Edward Garrigal Jr. is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo, he worked at Cetera, CETERA Financial Specialists LLC, and B. Riley Wealth Management. Outside of finance, he has worked as a bartender at Eventide Grille since 2015. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm combines research and analytics with a range of brokerage and advisory solutions, operating at large scale with approximately $671 billion in assets under management and over 14,000 financial advisors.

Henry Frenzel III is a CFP® with 24 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Stifel since 2014. His tenure includes work with STiFEL NICOLAUS & CO INC. Stifel serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to provide asset allocation, retirement, insurance, and estate planning analyses.

Jeffrey Bahary is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 42 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at First Allied Advisory Services and First Allied Securities. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a board member for his homeowners association and holds fiduciary roles in family trusts and estates. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC distributes its services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a wide range of portfolio management and financial planning services.

Patrick Sheehan is a Client Experience Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he collaborates with clients to understand their financial situations and helps introduce them to solutions available through Merrill and Bank of America. His objective is to provide clients with the knowledge and tools necessary to manage their financial lives and select platforms suited to their current needs. He specializes in assisting clients with managing multiple financial priorities, such as purchasing a home, saving for education, elder care, and healthcare planning. As a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor, he works closely with clients to define goals and design portfolio strategies aimed at achieving them, offering ongoing advice and adjusting strategies as client situations evolve. Patrick holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's degree from the University of Maine as well as a Master's degree from Southern New Hampshire University.

Phillip Malavarca is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and nine years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank, PFS Investments Inc., Primerica Financial Services, and several regional banks. Outside of financial advising, he owns a small business providing auto care consulting and auto body wrap services. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm combines internal research and third-party analytics to offer diversified investment solutions and facilitates a broad range of financial products through affiliated banks and insurance companies.

Thomas Olszak is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has 45 years of industry experience and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a combination of brokerage and advisory solutions.