Richard Suraci is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Hamden, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He has worked with Primerica Advisors since 1989 and Primerica Financial Services since 1991. Outside of advising, he is involved with Christian Question Inc, a role he has held since 2000. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, providing model-delivery strategies and a limited selection of separately managed accounts to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure, with trading and implementation delegated to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Christopher Carrano is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 20 years of experience in the financial industry. He focuses on understanding his clients' personal priorities to develop tailored strategies that support their financial goals. His expertise spans general investing, retirement planning, college education funding, executive compensation, and family wealth management. Christopher holds a Bachelor's Degree from Saint Anselm College and has earned the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He takes a personalized approach to advising, emphasizing simplicity and transparency in navigating complex investment decisions. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Christopher is involved in the community through organizations such as Guilford Youth Football and the Guilford Youth Lacrosse Association. His personal interests include adventure sports, biking, hiking, music, and rock climbing.

Jonathan Snyder is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in New Haven, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and has been associated with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Prior to that, he was with Citigroup Global Markets starting in 2006. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including financial and estate planning. The firm uses structured discovery processes and planning tools such as Monte Carlo simulations to support its financial planning services.

Bryan Hoffman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Guilford, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and six years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at OneAmerica Securities, American United Life, and New York Life Insurance Company. Hoffman serves on the board of the Barrington Business & Community Association, a nonprofit organization. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

Christopher Esposito is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Guilford, CT, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license. He has 15 years of industry experience, including prior roles at METLIFE SECURITIES Inc. and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC 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 emphasizes collaborative, annual financial planning using firm-approved analytical tools and offers specialized programs such as divorce planning and employer-sponsored planning.

Lindsey Shaffner is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2025. Prior to this, she served as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2025. Lindsey has extensive experience in the financial sector, having worked as an Equity Trader at Neuberger Berman from 2006 to 2021. In her current position, Lindsey focuses on building trusted relationships by understanding each client's goals and partnering with them to develop personalized financial plans aimed at long-term success. Outside of her professional work, her personal interests include spending time at the beach, comedy, fitness, social events with friends, movies, and reading.

David Fishman is a financial advisor with Fisher Investments, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Raymond James & Associates, Tocqueville Securities L.P., and AMG Funds LLC. Fisher Investments serves a global client base of institutional and private investors, offering discretionary portfolio management and sub-advisory services across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm employs a centralized investment process combining quantitative and qualitative research, with risk management strategies that include tax-aware processes and defensive tactics.

Robert Outtrim Jr. is a financial advisor with Merrill in New Haven, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and nearly 50 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1976 and has been associated with Bank of America since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the audit committee of the New Haven Lawn Club. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a broad range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutional entities.

Jessica Myers is a financial advisor at Osaic with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. She has been in the industry since 2017, with experience at Osaic Wealth Inc., Valerio Financial Group, and National Planning Corporation. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated financial advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers, using asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to construct diversified portfolios.

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.

Antonio Ciocca is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with LPL Financial since 2013. In addition to his role at LPL, he provides consulting and financial planning services through Institutional Investment Consulting, an independent registered investment advisor. He is also involved with Life Plans of New England, specializing in the sale of non-variable insurance. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and research from LPL Research.

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.