David Briegs serves as a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been providing guidance since 1989. He is part of The Kugel Briegs Group, which offers client-focused wealth management services that combine personalized attention with the resources of a large financial institution. His approach to wealth management centers on understanding clients' goals and developing long-term, planning-based strategies tailored to each individual's needs. David's areas of expertise include education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, LGBT wealth planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds multiple industry designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Economics from Rutgers University and completed the CFP® Professional Education Program at the College for Financial Planning as well as the Certified Investment Management Analyst® Program at the University of Pennsylvania Wharton School of Business. Outside of his professional career, David is a retired three-time U.S. National Champion in Skysurfing with over 2,500 jumps, has competed in three ESPN X-Games, and was a member of the U.S. Team in the World Championships in 1999. He holds a 4th degree black belt in Combat Hapkido.

Jerald Aloof is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and having 40 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. and UBS Financial Services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering a range of advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, supported by technology-driven tools and a broad suite of non-advisory financial services.

Brendan Vlasak is a financial advisor at Fidelity, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with the firm since 2026. His prior experience includes roles in education and banking, with positions at Warren Township Schools, Magyar Bank, and Michigan State University. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, managing model portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Ryan Mickendrow is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Woodbridge, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, AxA Advisors, since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, Mickendrow volunteers as a youth football coach for Pop Warner. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm relies on third-party asset managers and advisory programs to implement customized investment solutions without sponsoring its own wrap fee program.

Joe Burgoyne is Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he acts as an advocate for clients to ensure that financial plans are customized to address their families' unique needs. Joe collaborates with clients to build financial plans, identify strategies aligned with those plans, and maintain open communication. Joe has extensive experience in the financial services industry, having worked at Fidelity Investments since 2010 in various roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, and Relationship Manager. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Advisor at Ameriprise Financial from 2006 to 2008 and as a Client Service Associate at Morgan Stanley from 2008 to 2011. Outside of his professional work, Joe engages in family activities, fitness, social events with friends, parenthood, snowboarding, and surfing.

Robert Jarvis is a financial advisor at Merrill with 21 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 1996, totaling 30 years at the firm. 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.

John Molinelli is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with LPL Financial in Hamilton, NJ, bringing 15 years of industry experience. He worked at Merrill from 2011 to 2013 before joining LPL Financial, where he has been since 2013. Molinelli co-manages Sheehy & Molinelli, an advisory business operating under LPL Financial. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies across various platforms.

Cole Peake serves as a Client Experience Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he collaborates with clients to understand their financial situations and discusses solutions available through Merrill and Bank of America. His approach focuses on empowering clients with knowledge and tools to manage their financial lives and select platforms that suit their current needs. Peake's expertise encompasses a broad range of financial topics, including investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unforeseen expenses. He emphasizes developing tailored strategies based on what is important to clients and their families to pursue financial goals effectively. He holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Rutgers.

Noel Irwin is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2001 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Matthew Greiner is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill prior to his current role. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary program. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework where appropriate.

Rong Diao is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as well as Raymond James & Associates. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. Their program focuses on non-discretionary, written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting.

Nidhi Bhan is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She has been affiliated with Bank of America and Merrill since 2006. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Matthew Di Simone is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he held various roles in the hospitality sector and has work experience in education. Equitable Advisors serves individual and institutional clients with financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs, utilizing a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers to deliver customized investment solutions.

Michael Mema is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. He previously served as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2019 to 2022. Prior to joining Fidelity, Michael held roles at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, including Vice President, Internal Product Specialist from 2016 to 2019 and Assistant Vice President, Financial Advisor from 2014 to 2016. As a CFP® professional, Michael specializes in providing comprehensive financial guidance to high-net-worth individuals and families. His expertise includes crafting tailored retirement and income plans, implementing strategic investment strategies, analyzing equity compensation, and integrating estate planning considerations for a holistic planning approach. He focuses on building long-term relationships and empowering clients with the tools needed to pursue financial success and peace of mind.

Jonathan Weitzman is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and having two years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Ernst & Young and King Financial Network, where he currently serves as a wealth management advisor. He also holds a board fiduciary position at Fairleigh Dickinson University's Silberman College of Business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers, supporting multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Andre Bakhos is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Warren, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having five years of industry experience. He previously worked at Equitable Advisors and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., and has been involved with Alpha Sigma Phi from 2021 to 2025. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process includes centralized due diligence with both quantitative and qualitative research and may incorporate ESG eligibility criteria.

Sonia Patel is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1999. In addition to her advisory role, she serves as a trustee for a family life insurance trust and is an owner and officer of Xlent Strategies, LLC, a limited liability company involved in bookkeeping. 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.

Christopher Renaud is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals and companies to develop disciplined financial strategies focusing on wealth creation, preservation, and transfer. Christopher specializes in areas including college education planning, corporate benefits, divorce transition planning, defined benefit and contribution plans, legacy and philanthropic planning, portfolio management, and tax minimization. He holds multiple professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Christopher earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Economics from Rutgers University. Christopher resides in Monroe, New Jersey with his wife Heather and their three children: Connor, Cole, and Charlotte. His personal interests include baseball, basketball, bowling, dancing, football, music, painting, racquetball, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

Meredith Vergara is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2001 and has also worked at Bank of America, N.A. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary strategies developed by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Elizabeth Dahme is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 63 designation and 46 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2007 and Bank of America since 2009. Outside of her advisory work, she holds a fiduciary role as a power of attorney for a family member. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies tailored to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.