Scott Tolochko is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments since 2025. In this role, he focuses on financial planning, working closely with clients to develop personalized strategies that address their unique financial situations and goals. Scott's professional experience includes positions as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2024 to 2025, a Wealth Advisor at Money at Work, LLC from 2023 to 2024, and a Financial Advisor Intern at Campania Wealth Management in 2022. His background reflects a progression of roles in financial advisory and investment consulting. Outside of his professional work, Scott has interests in fitness, golf, and soccer.

Anthony Lewis is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 14 years of industry experience. His prior positions include roles at Morgan Stanley and Stifel. Outside of finance, he has been involved with the Manhattan Exercise Company, LLC for eight years. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Gerald Dowling is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. With a career spanning over 45 years, he works primarily with self-employed business owners and professionals to help them achieve their investment goals through retirement. Gerald’s expertise includes the selection of individual equities, municipal bonds, mutual funds, and ETFs. He entered the securities industry in 1979 and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2005 following the acquisition of his previous firm. He holds multiple FINRA registrations, including Series 3, 7, 8, 63, and 65, as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned a bachelor's degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University and an MBA from Seton Hall University. Gerald resides in Madison, NJ with his wife, Dori, and they have three grown children. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, watching movies, and writing.

Ana Freay is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at TD Bank and ULTA Salon Cosmetic Fragrance, Inc. before joining J.P. Morgan Securities. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset‑allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Daniel O'Sullivan is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services holding a Series 66 designation. He has been in the industry since 2025, with prior experience at Barnum Financial Group and Compass Group. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, employing firm-approved software to analyze client goals and deliver written recommendations.

Theresa Payne is a financial advisor at Merrill with 28 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Merrill since 1994. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a variety 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 integrates investment management with Bank of America’s broader corporate platform, which includes access to a wide range of products and services.

Nicolas Zolofra is a Financial Advisor Trainee at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he is developing his expertise in financial planning and wealth management. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation, reflecting his focus on retirement planning strategies. Nicolas earned his Bachelor's Degree from The College of New Jersey. He is building his career in financial advisory services with a foundation in retirement planning credentials and a formal education background.

Melanie Winkle is a Series 66-registered financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with four years of industry experience. She previously worked at Barings and TIAA before joining Wells Fargo in 2026. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party data.

Armaghan Ahmad is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2017 and has worked at Wells Fargo Bank since 2014. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, and it includes a broader range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Max Tominovich is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Warren, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Fiserv and Ramapo College of New Jersey. He serves as a corporal and section leader in the United States Marine Corps Reserve, where he is responsible for training and managing his mortar section. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm uses detailed client data and firm-approved software to develop collaborative financial plans and offers specialized programs such as Divorce Planning and estate-settlement services.

Kenritsu Hamasaka is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Short Hills, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has worked within Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Hamasaka is a silent partner in K&M Inception LLC, a retail business in Rutherford, NJ. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process uses structured discovery conversations and firm‑approved tools, serving clients both directly and through employer-based agreements.

Gautam Misra is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Warren, NJ. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has 32 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2017, he worked at National Planning Corporation and Beacon Financial Group. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a home-based business entity, Misra Enterprise Inc. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

David Biunno Jr. is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He is a member of the RM & Associates team, which allows him to address a wide range of financial needs and situations. David has worked in financial services since 2007, providing tailored advice and guidance to executives, small business owners, and families through a holistic approach that accommodates multiple priorities. His experience includes crafting robust strategies grounded in clients' specific goals and needs while considering their risk profiles and time horizons. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, David spent six years as a Financial Advisor with Professional Economic Growth Group in Edison, New Jersey. He also served as an advisor with AXA Insurance. David holds a bachelor's degree from Providence College and is a founding member of its New Jersey Alumni Association. He has earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) certification. In addition to his professional activities, he is involved in the Providence College Alumni Club of New Jersey, serves as a hockey coach for the Beacon Hill Club, and participates with the New Jersey Brain Injury Association.

Khush Batth is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role held since 2025. Prior to this, Khush worked as a Financial Planner at Prudential from 2024 to 2025. In these roles, Khush focuses on financial planning that centers around a comprehensive understanding of clients' personal and financial priorities to co-create tailored investment plans. Khush emphasizes a framework for success in financial planning, aiming to align investment strategies with clients' goals and values. Outside of the professional sphere, Khush has interests that include beach activities, biking, fitness, hiking, motorcycles, and soccer.

Jeffrey Smith is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2018 and has concurrent roles with Invest Financial Corporation and Affinity Federal Credit Union. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary research and third-party subadvisors.

Eric Birnbaum is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads a team of financial professionals dedicated to understanding clients' goals, dreams, and aspirations. Eric emphasizes educating clients by simplifying complex financial concepts, aiming to build strong relationships based on confidence and trust that provide clients with peace of mind and fulfillment. Eric has extensive experience in the financial services industry, with a career spanning over two decades. Prior to his current role, he served as Assistant Branch Manager and Branch Service Manager at Fidelity Investments, and held various positions at New England Securities, including Operations Manager and Managing Associate. He began his career as a Financial Representative at First Investors. Outside of his professional work, Eric enjoys comedy, family activities, spending time at the lake, music, outdoor adventures, and parenthood.

Erica Metz is a CFP® professional with seven years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial. She previously worked at Boston Private before joining Raymond James in 2018. Outside of her advisory role, she owns Money At Work LLC, a client-focused financial services business. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and institutional entities. The firm provides financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, emphasizing tailored recommendations through detailed client assessments and a variety of implementation options.

Victoria Cann Kyne is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and nine years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and has worked within the Wells Fargo organization since 2010. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory solutions. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, incorporating a broad range of financial products including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Kathleen Sheehan is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2012. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by providing a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management, supported by proprietary research and institutional trading capabilities.

Alec Hardy is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Warren, NJ, holding the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations and having nine years of industry experience. He has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and previously worked at MSI Financial Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Company. In addition to his advisory role, Hardy is an independent insurance agent selling fixed insurance products. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, focusing on collaborative, annual planning relationships using firm-approved analysis tools.