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, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has worked with EMS Financial Services and Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc., and has longstanding engagements with EMS Group - McMahon. Outside of advising, he is involved with the McMahon Agency in property and casualty insurance and participates in the Empire Safety Council. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting services. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by proprietary and third-party research, and provides access to diversified and alternative investment strategies.

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 five years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Cetera and Lifetime Wealth Management, an affiliate of Lumsden & McCormick. His prior roles include positions at Avantax Advisory Services, Equitable Advisors, and other financial firms. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates a nationwide network of independent advisors serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and retirement services through a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary account options.

Sean Patrick Davis is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Akron, NY. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with LPL Financial since 2026. Prior to joining LPL, he worked at Broadview Federal Credit Union, Hertel Home Consignment, KeyBank Center, Cumulus Media, and Kelton Enterprises. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

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®-designated financial advisor with 22 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors and Noble Wealth Partners, and has previously worked with firms including TIAA and Crux Wealth Advisors. Outside of his advisory roles, he serves on the board of directors for a support company, participating in key decisions and growth initiatives. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and government entities. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary services supported by a broad affiliate network and a dedicated SIMPLE IRA advisory program for small businesses.

Wojciech Biernat is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors and has a background spanning multiple roles within Wells Fargo Advisors. In addition to his advisory role, he also serves as a financial advisor for Princeton Harriman Insurance Solutions. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad planning menu and integrates advisory services with other financial products and referral channels.

David Schilling is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 43 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® and Series 63 designations and has previously worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services and Massmutual Life Insurance Co. based in Amherst, NY. 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 retirement plan consulting supported by model portfolios and research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Thomas Bender is a CFP® professional with 13 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2018. His prior experience includes roles at SII Investments, Inc., Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and utilizes model portfolios and research from multiple sources to support its investment approach.

Paul Chisholm is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a Series 63 credential and over 36 years of industry experience. His prior work includes seven years at Investacorp and over three decades of involvement with Insurance Associates Marketplace Agency Inc. He serves on the board of Elmlawn Cemetery and Crematory and holds director and treasurer roles in several local nonprofit organizations. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals. The firm provides a range of investment strategies across multiple platforms, including proprietary models and third-party solutions, with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Joseph Dileo is a financial advisor with MML Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with MML Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a software development business and is involved in managing a general agency franchise program and a financial services LLC; he is also a partial owner of an indoor baseball and conditioning facility. MML Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser subsidiary of MassMutual, serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars using firm-approved tools and structured, annual planning engagements.

Phillip Held is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in Amherst, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with MassMutual Investors Services since 2010 and has worked with MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president and chairman of FinsecaNY, an industry trade association, and works as an insurance agent with AFLAC and Lawley Life Solutions. MassMutual 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 offers ongoing collaborative planning relationships and educational seminars, focusing on recommending investment categories and strategies while implementation remains optional.

Lindsay Hamill is a Benefits & Planning Consultant in Executive Services at Fidelity Investments. She has been with Fidelity since 2021, initially serving as a Planning Consultant before assuming her current role in 2024. Prior to joining Fidelity, Lindsay worked as a Product Manager at M&T Bank from 2012 to 2021. Her professional experience spans financial planning and benefits consulting, where she focuses on assisting clients with their financial planning and retirement objectives. Lindsay is committed to guiding individuals through their financial journeys to help improve their financial well-being. Outside of her professional work, Lindsay engages in activities such as cooking and baking, family activities, fitness, running, and exploring food as a foodie. She also values parenthood.

Ian Sylves is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has been with MML Investors Services, LLC since 2021 and MassMutual Life Insurance Co since 2020. Outside of finance, he is involved in goalie coaching and runs on-ice and off-ice training programs as part of his work with Mindful Goaltending and Mitch Korn Goalie Camps. He also serves on the Economics and Finance Advisory Board at Buffalo State College. MML Investors Services, LLC operates as a subsidiary of MassMutual, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved analytical tools and delivers written recommendations primarily focused on investment categories and strategies.

Lauren Gould is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Williamsville, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. She previously worked at Raymond James Financial Services and Bailey Financial Group. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with Princeton Harriman Insurance Solutions in an insurance practice capacity. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing a broad range of investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm offers tailored recommendations using proprietary research and planning tools, covering diverse planning areas, and integrates advisory services with other financial product sales and referrals.

Kathleen Peterson is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as assistant treasurer for St. James United Church of Christ in Hamburg, NY, overseeing the budget and expenses. Wells Fargo Advisors is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutions. The firm offers a broad planning menu using proprietary research and tools, delivering tailored recommendations through meetings and written summaries.