Annahid Samiljan is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at First Commonwealth Bank and Reliance First Capital. Equitable Advisors serves a broad range of clients, including individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs. The firm utilizes a variety of investment advisory models, including third-party and proprietary solutions, to tailor advice and implementation to client needs.

Angela Platt is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 20 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC (AYCO) for 18 years and The AYCO Company, L.P./Mercer Allied for 15 years. She serves on the board of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Pittsburgh and Morgantown, where she sits on the finance committee, and is a member of the Duquesne University Palumbo-Donahue School of Business Investment Strategy Institute Advisory Council. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting for plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments. Its advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and offers access to strategies incorporating ESG frameworks, supported by related implementation and portfolio services through affiliated entities.

James Vargo Jr. is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Sophia Chaban is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation. She has experience working at JPMCB NA-London Branch, Goldman Sachs, and First Republic Bank, with a total of several years in the industry. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary program. The firm’s advisory process incorporates both quantitative and qualitative research supported by a centralized manager solutions team.

Carin Bellack is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 22 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and models to support its financial planning process.

Shane Stewart is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pittsburgh, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he participates in the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) through the Farm Service Agency in Ohio. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by offering a 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.

Tammy Valero is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with one year of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at New York Life Insurance Company and NYLife Securities LLC. Before entering the financial services industry, she spent over two decades working at Valero Century RV. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a nationwide network of advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based financial planning focused on a broad range of topics and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account services while keeping them distinct.

Andrew Koma is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His work history includes roles at YTS Wealth Management, DBR & Co, Phantom Fireworks, Longue Vue Club, Pittsburgh Indoor Sports Arena, Seton Hill University, and Plum Borough School District. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Michael Mitchko is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Pittsburgh, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He previously worked for Edward Jones for ten years before joining Equitable Advisors in 2026. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and a variety of asset management programs, emphasizing client information gathering, risk assessment, and the use of third-party asset managers and advisory models.

Alan Breedlove is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pittsburgh, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 46 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009, Citigroup Global Markets in 2008-2009, and UBS Financial Services in 2007-2008. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients through a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial and estate planning. The firm employs a structured planning process supported by advanced modeling tools and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Stephanie Bracken is a CFP® professional with two years of experience in financial advising at LPL Financial. Her prior work includes roles at Nordstrom and UPMC Magee Womens Research Institute. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced research tools and a network of over 22,800 advisors.

Colin Rosenberg is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 32 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides comprehensive advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers a broad range of investment and planning services.

Lauren Bauer is the Resident Director and a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill, where she has been serving clients since 2015. She provides personalized financial advice and guidance, assisting individuals and organizations in planning and investing for retirement and other financial objectives. Lauren focuses on simplifying the investment process through a disciplined approach, while also offering expertise in corporate and nonprofit retirement plans. Lauren holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) designation from the Investments & Wealth Institute, along with the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) designation and is a Retirement Benefits Consultant. She earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Dayton and has completed a program at Chicago Booth School of Business. Lauren leverages her educational background to help clients and retirement plan participants better understand their investment options. In addition to her professional work, Lauren is involved in the community, serving on the Board of Trustees for the Erie Community Foundation. She is an active member of the Erie Women's Fund, Women United for Community Schools, and the United Way Young Leaders Society. Her involvement reflects a commitment to supporting local organizations and initiatives.

Marissa Dello Russo is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pittsburgh, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and having four years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2020 and previously worked at Stitch Fix and engaged in roles with the Pittsburgh Chapter of the American Institute of Architects and Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm uses a structured financial planning process supported by proprietary tools and research but generally acts in an advisory capacity without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Jonathan Adams is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill, based in Pittsburgh, PA, and has 12 years of industry experience. He has worked with Merrill since 2009 and also has a record with Bank of America dating back to 2016. Adams serves as a board member and commissioner in a youth baseball organization, Quaker Valley Softball Baseball. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services within the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Nathan Staib is a financial advisor with LPL Financial holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial and YTS Wealth Management since 2024 and has prior experience in landscaping and education. Staib is also affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh and has held various roles in the education sector. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Derek Evans is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Pittsburgh, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that offers investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and combines brokerage and advisory solutions while leveraging research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Michael King is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pittsburgh, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 43 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney in 2025, he spent nine years with Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates King Real Estate Group. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and a wide range of advisory programs supported by structured planning processes and comprehensive investment resources.

Cameron Ryan is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with four years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 credential. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors in 2022, Cameron held various roles outside the financial industry. He also tutors children in math. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and other institutional clients through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing a range of firm-offered programs and third-party asset managers.

Bradley Zaffram is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services holding a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Mass Mutual Investors Services, he worked at Northwestern Mutual and has experience outside finance including roles at Supplemental Health Care and Great Lakes Transport. In addition to advising, he occasionally provides rides through Uber and rents vehicles via Turo. Mass Mutual Investors Services 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 tools like Monte Carlo simulations and automated asset allocation to develop written recommendations for clients.