Bryan Kotlarz is a CFP® with 13 years of industry experience, currently an advisor at Osaic since 2023. He previously worked at Sagepoint Financial, Inc. and TD Private Client Wealth LLC/TD Bank, N.A. His outside activities include serving as CFO of Diant Pharma and managing an investment management LLC, BK Capital. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money managers. The firm uses asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios comprising stocks, bonds, options, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.

Matthew Fortney is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with LPL Financial since 2015, previously working at Northstar Wealth Partners. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Stoneshore Partners LLC, a business entity for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations, offering a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by comprehensive research and technology tools.

Dean Volain is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior work includes over four decades at Volain & Volain Certified Public Accountants P.C., as well as roles at Raymond James Financial and experience in insurance brokering. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written recommendation reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm delivers these services through a centralized consulting team using research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis, with a focus on assets held in Ameriprise managed accounts.

Brett Hutchison is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential. He has less than one year of industry experience and previously worked at Merrill Lynch and Bank of America, N.A. before joining Merrill. Merrill, alongside 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.

Christopher Podkowiak is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and having 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Primerica Financial Services since 2010 and concurrently serves at the Probate Court of Berlin, CT. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in the sale of loan products and home security referrals through affiliates of PFS Investments Inc. Primerica Advisors serves primarily individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable entities. The firm offers a wrap-fee asset management program using model-delivery strategies created by unaffiliated asset managers and provides trade execution and custody support through Pershing and BNY Mellon Advisors.

Chelsea Spencer is a financial advisor at Cetera with nine years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Foresters Financial Services and in the hospitality sector. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with New View Wealth Management LLC, operating under Cetera Business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC provides services through a large nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with various program structures and custodial relationships.

Janet Connolly is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 26 years of industry experience. Her previous roles include positions at People's Securities, Inc., Allstate Insurance Company, and Farmers Insurance. She is also involved with Wilmington Advisors @ M&T in an investment-related capacity. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives, offering a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services.

Frederick Condit is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in managing equity compensation plans for corporate executives and implementing tax minimization strategies for concentrated stock positions. Frederick provides customized planning services, including college savings and family wealth management strategies, tailoring his approach to clients’ specific needs and risk tolerance. He focuses on areas such as personal retirement planning, retirement income, and tax minimization. Frederick holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Suffolk University and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He is committed to community involvement and participates in local initiatives such as Saint Vincent's Swim Across the Sound. Based in Seymour, Connecticut, Frederick lives with his fiancé and their four cats. Outside of work, he enjoys boating, skiing, cooking, and following professional sports teams including the New York Yankees and Philadelphia Eagles.

Angelo Pederson is a financial advisor with Merrill and holds a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience and previously worked at Modern Woodmen of America. Outside of finance, he has experience in various roles including teaching at Central Connecticut State University and involvement with small businesses such as Just Cracks LLC. 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, and institutional accounts, combining internal and third-party management with a range of asset allocation approaches.

Matthew Barrett is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and previously at MetLife Securities Inc. from 2015 to 2017. In addition to his advisory role, he is an independent insurance agent specializing in disability, fixed annuities, life/accident/health, and long-term care products, and also assists clients with life settlements. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides structured, collaborative financial planning engagements supported by firm-approved software and offers specialized programs including divorce planning and event-driven estate and employer-sponsored planning services.

Daniela Aponte is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding CFP® and Series 66 credentials and bringing 17 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at MetLife Securities and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company. She is also an independent insurance agent specializing in long-term care and property and casualty insurance. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational services, focusing on collaborative, annual financial planning engagements.

Christopher Young is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with MML Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is also involved in insurance brokerage, focusing on individual life and fixed annuities through Guggenheim Life and Annuity. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, emphasizing collaborative annual planning engagements without discretionary investment authority.

Matthew Hyres is a financial advisor at Merrill in New Haven, CT, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials with six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Vanguard Group and GWFS Equities, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he has experience working at Target and a service business, Jimmy's Service Group. 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 both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Ashley Gaines is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Shelton, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2024, she worked for 14 years at David Lerner Associates, Inc. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide written, non-discretionary recommendations delivered through a centralized consulting team.

Daniel Grove is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Hamden, CT, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and four years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked for State Farm Insurance for 15 years. He is also an insurance agent specializing in life, disability, long-term care, fixed annuities, and health insurance products. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes collaborative, annual planning engagements using firm-approved software and offers a range of event-driven planning programs.

Susananne Bailey is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Lincoln Financial Securities before joining Merrill and its affiliate Bank of America. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Michael Devivo is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 33 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Ameriprise since 2017, following prior roles at Mass Mutual Investors Services, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, and MetLife Resources. He serves on the Board of Directors for St. Joseph High School. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to create personalized Recommendation Reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Todd Murphy is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Milford, CT, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Pruco Securities, Prudential Insurance, Hornor, Townsend & Kent, Penn Mutual Life Insurance, AXA Advisors, and Heirloom Financial. Outside of his advisory role, Murphy facilitates courses on interpersonal and group dynamics at Yale University School of Management and runs a small group coaching practice; he also serves on the boards of several nonprofit organizations focused on mental health, early childhood education, and the study of social systems. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high‑net‑worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, charities, and institutions, providing financial planning, broker‑dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third‑party asset management programs. The firm operates primarily through sponsored programs and third‑party managers, with a substantial portion of assets managed on a non‑discretionary basis.

Jeffrey Nelson is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has worked previously at Merrill Lynch and Prudential. Outside of his advisory role, Nelson is involved in sports broadcasting, working as a broadcaster and reporter for Post University and independently. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm provides collaborative, annual planning engagements using firm-approved analytical tools and offers specialized event-driven planning programs.

Gregory Wachter is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Shelton, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He previously worked at MetLife Securities from 2011 to 2017 before joining Mass Mutual in 2017. Outside of advisory work, he founded the CJA Foundation, a charitable organization, and is involved in consulting for financial advisor software through Barnum Inforce Insights. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning through collaborative, annual engagements using firm-approved tools and offers asset management and educational programs.