Ryan Geary is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Williamsville, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2017 and was previously employed by Axa Advisors, LLC from 2017 to 2020. Prior to his financial services career, he was involved in landscaping services for three years. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Michael Bergum is currently Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. He has been with Fidelity since 2020, initially serving as a Financial Consultant. Prior to joining Fidelity, Michael held positions as a Wealth Management Advisor at TIAA from 2015 to 2020 and as a Financial Advisor at Key Investment Services from 2012 to 2015. He began his financial advisory career at HSBC Securities from 2007 to 2012 and previously worked as a Premier Client Manager at Bank of America between 2002 and 2007. Michael's professional focus is on helping clients in Western New York develop sound financial plans through a flexible planning process. He aims to build long-lasting, multi-generational relationships with clients, assisting them in navigating significant life events and challenges with confidence.

Boyd Wible is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with the firm since 1993 and currently operates with a team of eight individuals based in Buffalo, New York. Boyd applies an active investment philosophy, developing customized stock and bond portfolios aligned with clients’ risk tolerance. He specializes in areas including family wealth management strategies, legacy and philanthropic planning, retirement income, tax minimization, and socially responsible investing, among others. Boyd holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation and the Personal Investment Advisor credential. He earned a bachelor's degree in engineering and management from Clarkson University. Boyd resides in Springville, New York. Outside of his professional work, he has interests in camping, ice hockey, music, skiing, and traveling. He is also affiliated with The Children's League.

Laura Hall is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 21 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

William Kuch is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill since 1988, providing customized service support to clients as well as internal services to the advisor team. William holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned his High School Diploma from Southbridge High School. Throughout his career, he has contributed to helping clients manage their investments to support their retirement goals.

Joseph Porto is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding a Series 63 designation and 36 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Signator Investors, Inc. and John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Co., each for 28 years. Porto serves as a volunteer board member for Aspire, a nonprofit organization supporting disabled children and adults. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, and various portfolio management solutions. The firm employs asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing in constructing portfolios that may include diverse investment vehicles, managing accounts on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Jack Reich is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations. Reich has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, Axa Advisors, LLC, since 2005. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base that includes individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Jonathan Roller is a financial advisor with Cetera in Buffalo, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Avantax and affiliates since 2018 and has been with Cetera and Lifetime Wealth Management, an affiliate of Lumsden McCormick, since 2025. Roller serves as a board member for the Royal Beach Club homeowners association in Fort Myers Beach, FL. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management and financial planning services, managing over $256 billion in assets through more than 10,000 advisors.

Robert Cohen is a CFP® with 29 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with OSAIC since 2024. He has held prior positions at American Portfolios for 18 years and serves as COO of W.J. Cox Associates, Inc., where he has worked for 30 years. Outside of advisory roles, he is co-owner of Miller Tennis, a tennis club in Williamsville, NY, and also teaches part-time. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a broad network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm employs a variety of asset allocation tools and offers integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, and access to third-party money managers.

Ronald Viavada is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in goals-based wealth management for affluent families, accomplished professionals, and successful business owners. He collaborates with a team of specialists to provide customized advice, exceptional service, and a disciplined approach to investing. His client focus areas include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Ronald holds a Bachelor's Degree from SUNY Brockport and holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He actively participates in professional organizations such as the Dayton Pheasant Farmers Preserve, Southtowns Walleye Association, and St. Bonaventure University Men's Lacrosse. Outside of his professional role, Ronald engages in various personal interests such as boating, fishing, football, gardening, hunting, running, and running marathons. He values understanding clients' life priorities and aims to create personalized financial plans designed around individual goals and aspirations. Ronald also dedicates time to community involvement through volunteering with local organizations.

Anthony Burgio is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Williamsville, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 16 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Sii from 2010 to 2018 before joining OSAIC in 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he is a senior partner at Northeastern Financial Partners LLC. OSAIC serves a broad client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing integrated brokerage and investment advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple platforms. The firm uses a variety of asset-allocation tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Eric Walters is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Depew, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and with 40 years of industry experience. He has worked with EMS Financial Services and Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc., among other firms. Walters is involved in property and casualty insurance through the McMahon Agency and participates in the Empire Safety Council. 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, and institutional platforms, supported by technology and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Jesse Lalka is a financial advisor at OSAIC with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at ADPRO Sports LLC and Prima Pizza Pasta. OSAIC serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance questionnaires, and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios that may include stocks, bonds, options, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.

Jason Gentner is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc., holding a Series 63 designation and 24 years of industry experience. His previous roles include 17 years at Securities America Advisors, Inc. He is also a part-owner and investor in Nickel City Tours, a local Buffalo, NY, company offering historical bus tours. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a broad network of affiliated advisors and multiple advisory platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing various tools and third-party offerings to construct and manage portfolios tailored to client needs.

Maryjane Hosmer is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Amherst, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 34 years of industry experience. She has been with MML Investor Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 2005. MML Investors Services, LLC operates as a subsidiary of MassMutual, providing financial planning and investment services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers a range of programs including asset management, wrap and money-manager programs, and educational seminars.

Austin Robare is a financial professional with six years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera and Lifetime Wealth Management, an affiliate of Lumsden & McCormick. His prior roles include positions at Avantax Advisory Services and Equitable Advisors. Robare has held the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been involved with a separate LLC, Breakaholic Breaks. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a broad client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diversified portfolio management, financial planning, and access to multiple program platforms with discretionary and non-discretionary service models.

David Bilski is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at PFS Investment Inc. and Primerica Financial Services since 1992. In addition to advising, he is involved in sales of loan products and home security services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management via its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options. The firm employs third-party asset managers and emphasizes a tiered wrap-fee structure rather than fixed fees.

Grant Rickan is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Williamsville, NY, with 12 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2012 and 2015, respectively. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. Their planning process uses firm-approved tools and modeling techniques, delivering services primarily in an advisory capacity.

Jordan Farnham is a financial advisor at Cetera with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at Cetera since 2019, with prior experience at Foresters Advisory Services LLC and Foresters Financial Services. Outside of his financial career, Farnham is actively involved in hockey coaching and administration, serving as head coach at St. Francis High School and St. Bonaventure University, where he also manages day-to-day operations for the university’s hockey teams and assists with other club sports scheduling. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered adviser that serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services, operating a multi-manager platform with a range of program options and over $256 billion in assets under management.

Thomas Domin is a CFP® with 22 years of industry experience, currently associated with Raymond James Financial in Buffalo, NY. His prior experience includes roles at TIAA and Crux Wealth Advisors. He is involved in life insurance solutions and serves on the Board of Directors for a support company focused on growth initiatives. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary advisory services and supports its offerings with advanced analytical tools and specialized programs such as municipal advisory and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory services.