Joseph Deery IV is a Series 66-registered financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years at the firm and 4 years of industry experience. He is based in Princeton, NJ. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Christopher Wittmann is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank and Charles Schwab since 2022. Prior to his advisory career, he was involved with The Bayou: Southern Kitchen and worked at Cracker Barrel for ten years. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a formal alternative investment process.

Chris Maniaci is a Senior Vice President and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Princeton, NJ. He began his career at Merrill in 1989, initially working in Operations and eventually becoming an Operations Manager in several branch offices. His dedication to serving clients led him to transition to a role as a Financial Advisor, where he focuses on providing personalized wealth management strategies tailored to each client's goals. Chris adheres to Merrill's principle that the client's interests must come first and is committed to delivering a high level of service and attention to detail. Chris brings expertise in areas including college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, portfolio management, and retirement income planning, among others. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the State University of New York at Cortland and has earned the Certified Investment Management Analyst® designation through the Investments & Wealth Institute®. Additionally, he holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Beyond his professional work, Chris participates in community service and volunteers with organizations such as the Hemophilia Association of New Jersey. His personal interests include golfing, ice hockey, skiing, softball, and spending time with his family.

Elizabeth Garry is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Lawrenceville, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 22 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2014 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a 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 employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and scenario modeling.

Anthony Giordano is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise and Linsco Private Ledger. He is also a majority owner of GIORDANO GP, LLC, a merchant partnership based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and uses proprietary research and tools to develop tailored recommendations, with implementation options through various brokerage and advisory programs.

Michael Cirillo is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 19 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement consulting with both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Evyavan Patel is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL, Patel held positions at Santander US Capital Markets LLC, Morgan Stanley, and Cetera Investment Management, and has operated Evyavan Advisory Services LLC. Patel’s background also includes four years at Princeton University and seven years at Central Jersey College Prep Charter School. 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 provides a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

Nicholas Fitzgerald is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab, he has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, The Office Restaurant and Lounge, and Vintony Mechanical. Outside of finance, he is involved in managing The Office Restaurant and Lounge. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational infrastructure.

Nathan O'Connell is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has worked at firms including Capital Group, First Republic Bank, UBS Financial Services, and J.P. Morgan Securities. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, delivering asset-allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through its Institutional Consulting Services program.

Ahmed Iqbal is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Bank of America/Merrill Lynch and Citizens. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Alaraa Corp. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Andrea Stine is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including customized financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Lorne Keller is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Lawrenceville, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2013, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Keller serves as a trustee and is involved in estate administration and investment decision-making in his other business activities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and servicing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured planning process using approved tools and financial models, delivering advisory services without individual security recommendations in standalone plans.

Beth Theis is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Merrill Lynch since 2014, with prior experience at JP Morgan Securities LLC and JP Morgan Chase Bank dating back to 2012. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Leandro Da Costa is a financial advisor with Merrill holding a Series 66 designation and has recently begun his career in the industry. His prior work experience includes roles at Bank of America, Amazon, FedEx, Provident Bank, and Staples. 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.

Daniela Smith is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 25 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Raymond James since 2014. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional advisory services.

John Vitanzo is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. He focuses on connecting complex market analytics with his clients' personal financial goals, emphasizing transparency, technical rigor, and trust in wealth planning. John has extensive experience in the financial industry, having served as Managing Director of Institutional Equities at both Oppenheimer & Company from 2008 to 2024 and CIBC World Markets from 2000 to 2008. Prior to that, he was Vice President and Retirement Plan Manager at Merrill Lynch from 1995 to 2000. Outside of his professional career, John enjoys a variety of activities including beach outings, fishing, football, golf, and surfing.

Nicholas Burk is a CFP® with four years of industry experience, currently serving at Morgan Stanley in Lawrenceville, NJ. His background includes five years at UBS Financial Services Inc. and seven years at North Jersey Country Club prior to entering the financial advisory field. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer providing a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, with a financial planning process that incorporates structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and employer-based financial planning services.

Matthew Pron is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of The Pron Wealth Management Group based in Princeton, New Jersey. He joined Merrill in 2016, bringing with him a background of military service and a family legacy in wealth management. Matthew works with individuals, families, and business entities to provide comprehensive wealth management solutions including portfolio management, financial strategy, liquidity solutions, banking, and legacy planning. Prior to his financial advisory career, Matthew served five years as an infantry squad leader in the United States Marine Corps. His military service included assignments with the 3rd Fleet Antiterrorism Security Team, where he conducted security operations at Guantanamo Bay and supported U.S. Embassy security in the Middle East, and a deployment with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit in the South Pacific. Following his honorable discharge in 2014, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance, magna cum laude, from Drexel University. Matthew serves as President of Drexel's Veteran Alumni Network, assisting veterans with their transition to education and career development. Matthew holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and is involved with several professional and community organizations including the Drexel Veteran's Alumni Network, Drexel Veteran’s Association, The Union League of Philadelphia, the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation, and The Mission Continues. He resides in Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania with his wife Katie and their two sons. Outside of work, Matthew enjoys golfing, ice hockey, swimming, and spending time with his family.

Kenneth Stewart is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013 and also works with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process includes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, with offerings that span retail and institutional investment solutions.

Laura Cook is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Princeton, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James & Associates and its affiliated entities since 2007, with a one-year break serving as a homemaker. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets and serving a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and advisory services that emphasize tailored, non-discretionary consulting supported by extensive research and a range of portfolio management strategies.