Douglas Parks is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He leverages the investment insights of Merrill Lynch and the banking services of Bank of America to assist clients in developing comprehensive financial strategies. Douglas works closely with each client's network of professionals, including attorneys and accountants, to provide financial advice aligned with their overall situations and objectives. His areas of expertise include goals-based wealth planning, pre-retirement financial analysis, transition and severance planning, retirement income planning, estate planning strategies, and insurance and long-term care strategies. Douglas focuses on helping clients pursue their financial goals related to employee benefits planning, executive compensation, family wealth management, liquidity management, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. Douglas holds a Bachelor's Degree from Florida State University and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He is fluent in Korean and English. Committed to community involvement, he participates in organizations such as 15 Love, Junior Achievement - Financial Literacy, and USTA Junior Team Tennis. In his personal time, Douglas enjoys adventure sports, basketball, biking, boating, football, golfing, hiking, spending time with his family, tennis, and watching movies.

Paul Milano is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 31 years of experience in the financial advisory field. He has been with Merrill Lynch since January 2006 and previously served as a Financial Advisor with AXA Equitable from 1995 to 2006. Prior to his advisory career, Paul worked in customer service at AT&T from August 1988 to 1995. Paul provides guidance in various areas including family wealth management strategies, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, employee financial health, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, special needs planning strategies, and retirement income. His approach emphasizes listening and building strong client relationships to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at achieving clients' long-term goals. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Economics from SUNY Brockport, completed in 1988, and has undertaken graduate business coursework at Union College. Paul also holds professional designations as an Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He resides in Loudonville, NY, with his wife and three sons, and enjoys spending time with his family and volunteering in his community.

Rachel Quinn is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Albany, NY, with three years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining UBS in 2022, she held roles at Vision Government Solutions, NewStore Inc., and Commonwealth Financial Network. Outside of her advisory work, she maintains a personal baking and food blog called More Butter. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm employs model-based asset allocations and proprietary research to tailor financial plans based on clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Timothy Irwin serves as a Senior Financial Advisor, leading the Franke Stento Mohan Irwin Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He and his team provide goals-based wealth management services to affluent families, accomplished professionals, and successful business owners nationwide, focusing on cultivating long-lasting relationships through exceptional service, customized advice, and disciplined investment approaches. Before transitioning to wealth management, Timothy spent over eight years on the sales teams of two major asset managers in downtown Boston. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Siena College in Loudonville, NY, where he also participated in the rugby team and remains active in the Siena College Rugby Football Club. His professional designations include Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Originally from the Hudson Valley, Timothy currently resides in Niskayuna, NY with his wife Kelsey, daughter Charlie, and their yellow lab Doug. His personal interests include golf, skiing, boating, fishing, traveling, rugby, and fitness. He is involved in the community through Habitat for Humanity.

John Cornell Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 2009 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in equestrian activities through ownership and management of several horse-related LLCs. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joel Di Persio is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in providing tailored financial strategies that align with clients' lifestyles, philosophies, and goals. Since beginning his career in financial services in 2016 and becoming investment registered in 2019, Joel focuses on areas such as college and education planning, legacy planning, managing new wealth, retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Joel earned a High School Diploma from Shenendehowa High School and an Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration from SUNY Canton. He is a member of the Financial Planning Association (FPA) and the National Eagle Scout Association (NESA). Beyond his professional work, Joel is involved in community activities including volunteering with the Boy Scouts of America, serving on a charity motor club board, and supporting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. His personal interests include cooking, reading, and writing.

William Canale is a CFP® professional with 38 years of experience in financial advisory. He is currently with Ameriprise Financial Services LLC and previously worked at Quartz Partners Investment Management and Etico Wealth Management. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, delivering tailored, research-driven recommendations through a centralized consulting team that combines modeling and tax-efficiency analysis.

Gerard Ryan is a financial advisor with Osaic who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 41 years of industry experience. His career includes 30 years at Signator Investors, Inc. prior to joining Osaic in 2018. He is also involved with Keystone Financial Management LLC, where he engages in sales and marketing of fixed annuities, securities, and insurance products. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with a range of investment options and uses firm-provided tools to construct portfolios, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Christopher Charlton is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation. He joined LPL Financial in 2026 and has prior experience at Broadview Federal Credit Union, Hudson Valley Community College, Valet Park of America, and the University at Albany. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a broad network of advisors. The firm offers a range of financial planning and asset management solutions, combining extensive advisory services with a variety of non-advisory financial products.

Brian Goldwasser is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2022, following six years at Commerzbank AG in New York. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers planning both directly and through corporate agreements.

David Hawley is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Albany, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and possessing 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent and its predecessor organizations since 2002. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors, focusing on comprehensive, goal-based planning without discretionary trading authority or traditional institutional portfolio management.

Michael Frontera is a CFP® and ChFC® with 22 years of industry experience. He is currently an advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, where he has worked since 2019. Prior to that, he spent 16 years at Equity Services Inc. In addition to his advisory role, Frontera owns Retirement Theory, through which he acts as an independent insurance agent and provides tax preparation and accounting services. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services. The firm utilizes a variety of portfolio management strategies and delivery platforms, combining proprietary models with access to unaffiliated strategists.

Robert Mc Guirk is a CFP® with four years of industry experience, currently advising at OSAIC in Troy, NY. His background includes roles at Cambridge Investment Research, LPL Financial, and The Vanguard Group, among others. Outside of financial advising, he owns and manages a law office specializing in estate planning services in New York. OSAIC serves a wide range of clients, including individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, through a large network of advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to construct diversified portfolios tailored to client needs.

Melanie Lugo is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Latham, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and joined Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. in 2025. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and modeling techniques as part of its advisory process.

Valentino Leon is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2026. In this capacity, he guides clients with growing assets by connecting them with appropriate resources and teams, and assists clients in the early stages of their financial journey by providing practical direction for the future. Prior to his current position, Valentino served as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2025 to 2026 and as a Financial Representative from 2024 to 2025. This progression has contributed to his experience in financial advising and client relationship management. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Valentino has interests in art, fitness, golf, motorcycles, and music.

Paul Stento is a Series 66 licensed advisor with Merrill in Albany, NY, and has 23 years of industry experience. He has worked with Merrill Lynch since 2003 and with Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. 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 managed by internal teams and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Lisa Tennant is a CFP® professional with 27 years of experience in the financial industry. She has been with LPL Financial since 2019 and previously worked at M&T Securities for 16 years. Tennant is based in Latham, NY. 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 variety of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and third-party asset management, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Brendan Leavey is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 43 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and was previously with American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. for 15 years. Outside of his advisory role, he spends limited time in fixed insurance and life insurance brokerage activities. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to multiple investment platforms and third-party managers.

Guillermo Trujillo is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Glenville, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs and investment strategies through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Peter Bernstein is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages roughly $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute.