Marenglen Elezi is a financial advisor at Osaic with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Royal Alliance Associates, Ameriprise, and State Street Corporation. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in investment operations as Director of Investment Operations at Independence Financial Partners. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, offering a multi-advisor platform with brokerage and advisory services. The firm’s investment process focuses on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, providing a wide range of financial planning and investment programs.

Irene Bock is a Wealth Management Advisor and Managing Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she partners with the Carcieri & Bock Group. She works with individuals and families to design personalized financial strategies aimed at meeting their diverse goals and managing various aspects of personal and professional wealth. Irene also holds the Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) designation, enabling her to guide business owners through the process of preparing for business sale or transition that aligns financial and personal objectives. With over two decades in the financial services industry, beginning in 1998, Irene brings extensive experience to her role. She holds several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She earned her Bachelor's Degree from California State University, San Bernardino. Prior to her financial career, Irene served in the United States Navy and was awarded the Southwest Asia Service Medal. Irene volunteers with the Center for Women & Enterprise, contributing to the Certification Review Committee to assist women in advancing their businesses through WBENC certification. She is fluent in English and Spanish. Outside of her professional and volunteer activities, Irene enjoys spending time with her husband, three children, and dog, Tucker, as well as exploring new restaurants, reading, traveling, and cooking spicy dishes.

Fred Vicario is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2022. He has held several roles within the financial services industry, including Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2022, Premier Advisor at Citizens Bank from 2020 to 2021, and Financial Advisor at Ameriprise Financial from 2019 to 2020. Prior to that, he served as an Internal Wholesaler at Ameriprise Financial from 2015 to 2019 and started his career as a Financial Advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors from 2014 to 2015. Fred focuses on understanding the unique financial situations and goals of his clients, working with them to document their specific objectives such as retirement savings, education planning, and legacy planning. He collaborates with clients to create tailored financial plans aimed at helping them achieve these goals.

Kayla Ballou is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in North Smithfield, RI, and has five years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Ye Olde English and Roast House Restaurant. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed recommendation reports on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, algorithm-supported advice through a centralized retirement-income consulting team.

Peter Balesano is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Bank of America, Merrill, BNY Mellon, Chittenden Securities, and Banc of America Investment Services. Since 2024, he has served on the board of the Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts, focusing on improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Drew Newcomb is a financial advisor with Fidelity and holds the Series 66 designation. He has industry experience beginning in 2024 and previously worked at Beaver Solutions LLC and RR and Company Realty, where he served as an independent contractor representing clients in real estate transactions. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its roles as a commodity pool operator, advisor to registered investment companies, and use of AI in investment research.

Michael Garand is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 37 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2009 and has been associated with Bank of America, N.A. since 2007. 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 supported by internal and third-party managers for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutions.

Albert Crimaldi is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and The Cafaro Group. Since joining the team in 2016, he has led the group's life insurance and long-term care strategy and planning. Albert serves affluent families in New England and nationwide, working with professionals and corporate executives as they navigate key life transitions including job changes, retirement, and family milestones. His areas of focus include college education planning, legacy planning, liquidity management, tax minimization, and retirement income strategies. Albert holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®), Chartered Life Underwriter® (CLU®), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP). He earned his bachelor's degree from Endicott College, where he was a center on the football team, and holds an MBA from Johnson & Wales University. Albert is an active member of Rotary International and resides in Dedham, Massachusetts. Outside of his professional work, Albert enjoys cooking, golfing, and reading. He spends time with family and friends on Cape Cod.

Christopher Medeiros is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Merrill since 2015. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Brennan Latham is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Providence, RI, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, E*Trade Securities LLC, and Fidelity Investments. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by a structured discovery process and advanced modeling tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Evan Hopkins is a financial advisor at Fidelity with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Eagle Strategies, NYLIFE Securities, and New York Life insurance company. Outside of finance, he has worked in customer service at the Borough Bagel Company. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage diversified portfolios.

James Wing is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 46 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2008. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services tailored to clients’ risk profiles and investment preferences.

Mary Brimer is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth with 21 years of industry experience. She holds the ChFC® designation as well as Series 63 and 65 licenses. Her prior experience includes positions at SagePoint Financial, The ON Equity Sales Company, Guardian Life Insurance, Ohio National Financial Services, and Mass Mutual Investors Services. Outside of her advisory role, she operates Ginger Green Financial, a sole proprietorship offering investment-related services. Osaic Wealth serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform that provides brokerage and advisory services, including comprehensive financial planning and managed portfolio options. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by various tools and strategies.

Joel Russell is a Series 66-credentialed advisor at Merrill with 17 years at the firm and 11 years of industry experience. He is based in Riverside, RI. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary strategies constructed by internal teams and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Shane Madden is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with individuals, families, and business owners to provide comprehensive financial guidance tailored to their unique circumstances and goals. His client focus areas include college education planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Shane holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations, and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Massachusetts System. He follows a thorough planning process that covers goals, cash flow needs, risk considerations, wealth preservation, tax-efficient strategies, and legacy planning. Shane emphasizes ongoing collaboration to help clients adapt their financial strategies as their situations evolve. Outside of his professional work, Shane is involved in community activities including Habitat for Humanity Greater Providence and East Bay, Save The Bay, and Special Olympics RI. His personal interests include fishing, golfing, and skiing.

Michael Shea is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked in various roles across education, public service, and the entertainment sector. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and advisory services.

Brian Durkin is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving as a partner with The TDM GROUP. He began his career in financial services in 1991 and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2006. With over 25 years of portfolio management experience, Brian oversees and manages client investments, applying a disciplined, goals-based investment process. He leads the TDM Group investment committee, where he evaluates client investment strategies for both quantitative and qualitative attributes and communicates his findings to the team. Brian holds a bachelor's degree from Bryant College and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He resides in Barrington, Rhode Island, where he is an avid runner and actively involved in coaching and supporting his four children.

Emily Hanley is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 credential and no prior industry experience. Before joining Fidelity, she worked as a waitress at Twin Willows Restaurant. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Cole Vecchione is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 designations and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held various roles in the food service and delivery sectors, including positions at Burtons Bar and Grill and Doordash. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage diversified model portfolios.

Matthew Farmer is a financial advisor at Fidelity with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Equitable Advisors and spent ten years at the Rhode Island Department of Corrections. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and discretionary management, and it is noted for its formal advisory roles and use of advanced technologies such as AI in research.