Karen Phillips is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Providence, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2014. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset thresholds. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver personalized, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Linda Cooper is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 23 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. and Voya Financial Partners. Cooper also serves with Rockland Trust Company in Somerset, MA. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, supported by model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and technology-driven investment solutions.

Erik Glowacki is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2019, following positions at Bank of America and Citizens Bank. He has also been affiliated with Rhode Island College since 2015. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Jordan Friedman is a Managing Director and Private Wealth Manager at Merrill Private Wealth Management’s Century City office. He works closely with families, business owners, real estate investors, and sports and entertainment professionals in Southern California. Drawing on over 30 years of experience in private banking and investment management, Jordan helps clients manage and preserve significant assets. Before joining Merrill Private Wealth Management in 2023, Jordan served as an Executive Director and Banker at J.P. Morgan Private Bank in Los Angeles, advising multi-generational families and affluent individuals on complex financial matters. He also held roles as a Senior Associate at Bernstein Investment Research and Management, focusing on portfolio strategies and wealth planning, and as a Financial Advisor at Prudential Securities. Jordan earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Southern California and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Jordan grew up in the South Bay area and currently lives in Palos Verdes with his wife and three children. He enjoys playing golf and supports his children’s activities in baseball, basketball, lacrosse, and cheerleading.

Adam Bouley is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Acushnet Company and PGA Tour Superstore. Outside of finance, he is a certified club fitter and involved in golf equipment sales. 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 employs over 14,000 financial advisors, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Joseph Rosa Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2016 and Bank of America since 2023. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a broad range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm is integrated into Bank of America’s broader platform, which enables access to a wide array of financial products and services.

Patricia Brennan is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 2014 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2016. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm is integrated into Bank of America’s broader platform, providing access to a wide set of investment products and services.

Michael Drought is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Providence, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 21 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets Corporation since 2008. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services tailored to clients’ Advisory Risk Profiles.

Derek Varao is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and over 22 years of industry experience. He has held positions at Avantax and 1st Global Advisors and has operated a tax practice, The Tax Consultants Inc., in Fall River, MA, for more than two decades. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services and operates a multi-manager platform with access to various investment strategies and program structures.

Thomas Pavlovich is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Fall River, MA, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, Pavlovich serves on the Board of Directors for Seekonk Girls Softball, Inc. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service, which provides ongoing advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Andrew Wilkin is a financial advisor with Merrill in Lincoln, Rhode Island, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2019 and at Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2014. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Theodore Trafton is a CFP® with 18 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2009 to 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in nonprofit work, serving on the Board of Directors and as Past Chair of the Children’s Wish Group of Rhode Island, and holds multiple positions including Investment Committee Chair and Board Member at The Gordon School. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services tailored to individuals nearing or in retirement, combining research-driven strategies with personalized recommendations. The firm serves clients primarily through a centralized retirement-income consulting team and offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Paul Mcdonough is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Providence, Rhode Island, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets Corporation since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, Mcdonough serves on the board of the King Philip Walpole Youth Hockey Association, coordinating the Pee Wee hockey program. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with customizable portfolio management and implements strategies through both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Gary Cartwright is a financial advisor at Merrill holding a Series 66 designation with eight years of industry experience. He has worked with Merrill since 2017 and previously spent two years at Bank of America. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies designed for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm integrates investment services within Bank of America’s broader corporate platform, allowing access to various financial products and services.

John Tuturice is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2009 and concurrently with Bank of America, N.A. since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he occasionally appears as a guest on a weekly radio show discussing topics in theology, philosophy, and history. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional fiduciaries. The firm’s integration with Bank of America enables access to a broad set of financial products and services.

Ann Stiness is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in Providence, Rhode Island. She provides individualized financial guidance to clients, focusing on developing customized wealth management strategies aligned with their unique goals and priorities. Ann also serves as a Portfolio Manager, managing client assets through discretionary strategies that include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill investment models, and select third-party investment strategies. With over 30 years of industry experience, Ann has worked with individuals, families, and institutions. She holds several professional designations, including Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®), Certified 401(k) Professional® (C(k)P®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CFPC™), and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor™ (CPFA®). Ann maintains FINRA Series 7, 6, 63, and 65 registrations. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch, Ann worked with The Equitable Life Insurance Group in San Francisco, California. She attended Rhode Island College and Johnson & Wales University. Ann is committed to community involvement through volunteer service and supporting organizations that impact the communities she serves. Her personal interests include hiking, spending time with her family, and practicing yoga.

Courtney Mahoney is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Providence, RI, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. She has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2014 and City National Bank since 2018. Mahoney serves on the event planning committee for the 2023 Hasbro Children's Hospital Heroes Ball. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with tailored portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Frederic Blythe is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with six years of industry experience, currently serving at Merrill since 2019. His prior work includes roles at MetLife Insurance Company and Health Source RI. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm is integrated with Bank of America’s broader platform, delivering access to various investment products and services.

Kalyn Tavares is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, Kalyn focuses on understanding clients' priorities to develop strategies that address their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. She offers guidance on a range of financial topics including investing, retirement planning, and saving for unforeseen circumstances. Kalyn holds the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. She completed her high school education at Tavares High School and earned an Associate's Degree from Lake Sumter State College. Through her work, she aims to provide ongoing advice and connect clients with Bank of America specialists for additional banking and financing solutions as needed.

Felix Salvatore is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services since 2020 and previously spent eight years at Ameriprise Financial Services. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, participant education, and plan benchmarking. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with an emphasis on fiduciary responsibility and a range of investment options including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.