Zachary Costa is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2021. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America, Ahlborg Construction Corporation, the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, and Brazilian Grill. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Peter Ruzzo is a Team Financial Advisor with the Ruzzo Palmieri Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Providence, Rhode Island. He joined Merrill in 2024 and works alongside his father Tony Ruzzo and their team to provide comprehensive financial planning services to high net-worth individuals, families, and business owners. The group begins each client relationship with a written financial plan of action and ensures proper execution of that plan. Peter's expertise includes college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, special needs planning strategies, and retirement income. Prior to joining Merrill, Peter attended Clarkson University where he was a member of the varsity baseball team before transferring to Clemson University. He graduated from Clemson with a Bachelor's degree in Financial Management and a minor in Accounting. During his time at Clemson, he contributed as a sports journalist to the university's newspaper, The Tiger. Peter holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designations. He is involved in community organizations including the ALS Rhode Island Impact Council, the East Bay Young Professionals group, the New England Clemson Club, and Rhode Island Write on Sports. Residing in Providence, Rhode Island, Peter enjoys baseball, reading, running, spending time with his family, and writing.

Robert Logan is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in providing personalized financial strategies to individuals and families. His expertise includes college education planning, corporate benefits, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Robert holds a Bachelor's Degree from Rhode Island College and has earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation. He focuses on trust, transparency, and education to empower clients to make informed financial decisions. He aims to build strong relationships and deliver value through customized financial planning and investment advice. Outside of his professional work, Robert enjoys basketball, cooking, music, pickleball, reading, and spending time with his family.

Eric Cutler is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. 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, and institutional investors.

David Macdonald is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked with MML Investors Services, LLC since 2017 and has also been affiliated with MassMutual Insurance Company since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member for a sports official organization. MML Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that operates as a subsidiary of MassMutual. The firm provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers, utilizing technology-driven analysis and offering event-driven planning programs.

Karen Conti is a financial advisor with Merrill in Providence, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1999. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Brais is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Merrill for a total of 16 years, with a brief hiatus from 2021 to 2022. Merrill, along 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, and various institutions.

Stephen Minicucci is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Portsmouth, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at JPMorgan Chase Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, Citizens Securities, Santander Bank, Citizens Bank, and Bank Newport. Outside of finance, he is involved with Green Softwash Solutions LLC, a business he has operated since 2019. 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 financial planning and advisory programs, combining discretionary and non-discretionary management with model portfolios and research from various sources.

Michael Bruno is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2013 and has been with Bank of America, N.A. since 2015. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Sean Bove is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Barrington, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 18 years of industry experience. He worked at Sii from 2009 to 2018 before joining OSAIC in 2018. He is involved with Innovative Wealth Team, LLC, where he leads sales and marketing efforts related to securities, investment advisory, and insurance products, and serves on the advisory council of MH Retail Holdings LLC focusing on technology and process improvements. OSAIC serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisors, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm utilizes asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance questionnaires, and automated rebalancing to manage diversified portfolios, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

Katherine Tavares is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 credentials and 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Fidelity and its affiliated entities since 2006. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as President of the Demello Elementary PTO, organizing fundraisers and student activities. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

John Leary is a CFP® professional with 30 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2003. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Chair of the Board of Management for the Bayside YMCA, representing the local branch on the Greater Providence YMCA board. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs and investment solutions, operating under a fiduciary standard and supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Trina Mitchell is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Riverside, Rhode Island, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2009 and is also currently employed with Bank of America. Outside of her advisory role, she serves in the U.S. Army Reserve and owns a fitness coaching business. 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, and institutional investors, with a focus on strategic asset allocation and tax-sensitive approaches.

Dennis Blais is a financial advisor at Merrill with 20 years of experience at the firm and holds the Series 66 designation. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Teresa Smith is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2009 and has been with Bank of America, N.A. since 2018. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Sherri Curria is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in North Dartmouth, MA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and nine years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Fidelity Investments, PRUCO Securities, and Citizens Securities. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits, focusing on comprehensive, goal-based financial planning without discretionary trading authority. The firm offers ongoing or one-time planning engagements and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan.”

Michael Gaulin is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. He works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies that align with their values and focus on helping them make steady progress toward their goals. Michael has been with Fidelity Investments since 2019, gaining experience across various roles including Planning Consultant, Investment Solutions Help Desk, Investment Solutions Representative, and Brokerage Operations Representative. His career path reflects a comprehensive understanding of investment consulting and client service within the financial industry. Outside of his professional work, Michael's personal interests include beach activities, biking, boating, golf, skiing, and traveling.

Jeremy Foskett is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Merrill since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member of the Charlton Massachusetts Finance Committee. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Deivy Garcia Permanez is a Series 66 licensed advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he held positions at Santander Bank N.A., Towne Park, Ltd, ALDO Group, and has experience in education at Florida International University, Miami Dade College, and Mater Academy Middle High School. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Benjamin Bass is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked in various roles including positions at Stonehill College, W.B. Mason, and Bass Resort Sales Corp. Outside of his advisory work, he has experience in athletics through F.A.S.T. Athletics. 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.