Waltraud Grande is a CFP® with 44 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is currently with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., where she has worked since 2021. Her prior experience includes roles at Cetera Advisor Networks, Summit Financial Group, Wells Fargo Advisors, and operating Grande Financial Services, Inc. for over three decades. Grande is a part owner of Grande Financial Services, Inc. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and nonprofits. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports municipal and public finance work, distinguishing it within the institutional advisor category.

Scott Brady is a CFP® professional with 22 years of industry experience, currently serving with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2024. His prior experience includes roles at Ic Advisory Services Inc, The Investment Center Inc, and TFS Securities, Inc. He is also treasurer and board member of the Carmie Brady Foundation, a nonprofit organization. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm manages a multi-billion dollar asset base and provides access to multiple platforms, proprietary model strategies, and a network of third-party advisers.

Jeffrey Langer is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, Axa Advisors, since 1999. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs delivered through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing both proprietary and third-party advisory solutions.

Alessandra Panagos is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with four years of industry experience. She is currently with Cetera and also works as an assistant at Jack Oujo CPA, Inc dba Oujo Wealth Strategies, supporting tax and retirement planning services. Her previous experience includes roles at Avantax and Fidelity Investments. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide firm serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with over $256 billion in assets under management and more than 10,000 advisors.

Holly Marcin is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She has worked at Charles Schwab since 2019 and was previously employed at Abel HR for one year. Prior to her career in finance, she was a homemaker for over two decades. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering a range of advisory, brokerage, custody, and financial planning services through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed accounts. The firm provides both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, supported by strategic asset allocation models and centralized operational infrastructure.

Stephen Hawthorne is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at firms including Allied Wealth Partners and Securian Financial Services and currently operates Hawthorne Wealth Management LLC, a separate expense management business. Hawthorne also serves as the Youth Advisor Training Chair for NAIFA New Jersey and holds a volunteer secretary position with the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various third-party money managers.

Ronald Crudo Jr. is a financial advisor at Cetera with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked with firms including LPL Financial, AXA Advisors, and Calamos Financial Services. He is also an insurance agent involved in the sale of fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers, supporting diverse investment strategies under various program structures.

Anthony Valente is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, with prior experience at Citigroup Global Markets from 2006 to 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is the sole proprietor of Valente Motorsports LLC, involved in the automotive and transportation sector. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and comprehensive investment insights.

Dorothy Wilson is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding the PFS™ designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses, with 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Cetera since 2009 and also operates an accounting and tax services firm, Dorothy A Wilson CPA, which she founded in 1999. In addition to her advisory role, she owns an online sales business and serves as an insurance agent selling Medicare supplemental insurance. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform that enables advisors to implement model portfolios, select third-party managers, or create bespoke strategies across various program structures and custodial relationships.

Alan Friedman is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2003, including its predecessor Axa Advisors, LLC. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm’s approach involves assessing client information and risk tolerance to match clients with appropriate program models or discretionary managers, often utilizing third-party asset management platforms.

Michael Cassidy is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Equitable Advisors and has two years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he served for over two decades with the West Orange Police Department. Outside of finance, he is involved in local politics as Vice Chair of the Hanover Township Republican Committee and Vice President of the Hanover Township Republican Club. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management services to individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a range of advisory models implemented through third-party managers and offers ERISA fiduciary services without sponsoring its own wrap fee program.

Joseph Tansey is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Freehold, NJ, holding Series 65 and Series 63 designations and 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 1995. Outside of advisory work, he owns Tansey Family Ski Resort, LLC, a legal entity related to a vacation rental property. Primerica Advisors serves primarily individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm offers a wrap-fee asset management program that relies largely on model-driven strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers, supported by custodial and trade execution services from BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing.

Anjelica Brinkofski is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients since 2017. She specializes in assisting business owners in preparing for business exits by aligning their companys financials with their personal wealth strategies. Utilizing a proprietary Personal Wealth Analysis strategy, Anjelica helps clients optimize business reporting, tax minimization, and liquidity management to ensure their financial readiness for a potential sale. Her expertise extends to retirement planning, with tailored approaches for entrepreneurs, women, and families undergoing significant life transitions such as college planning and retirement. Additionally, Anjelica focuses on tax management strategies, legacy planning, and socially responsible investing. She holds several professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered SRI Counselor (CSRIC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). Anjelica earned both her Bachelors and Masters degrees from Rutgers. She has involvement in professional and community organizations including Rutgers Track & Field, the Jersey Shore Running Club, Jersey Shore Triathlon Club, and serves as an Advisory Board Member for United Way. She resides in Manasquan, NJ, is a mother of two, and pursues athletic interests such as triathlons, biking, boxing, and running.

Andrew Lindenbaum is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Sorella Bella and Hallmark. Outside of his financial career, he has been involved with Monmouth Regional High School and the New Jersey PTA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Dave Hogan is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity. He partners with clients to create personalized financial plans and provides ongoing education to help them make informed decisions about their financial goals. He focuses on understanding his clients' needs to develop customized approaches. He has held several roles in the financial services industry, including Financial Consultant at Fidelity since 2025, Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2025, Financial Consultant at MassMutual from 2021 to 2022, Financial Planner at Northeast Private Client Group from 2020 to 2021, Relationship Banker at Bank of America in 2020, and Financial Consultant at Equitable Advisors from 2019 to 2020.

Peter Richardson is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he served on the Perth Amboy Board of Education for nine years and has held other community roles related to local education and sports organizations. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies and maintains a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Michael Colannino is a CFP® with 35 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2019. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Prudential Equity Group, LLC. He serves on the finance board of St. Lawrence the Martyr Church, providing budgeting and investment advice. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients with a broad range of investment and financial planning services, utilizing proprietary research and planning tools to tailor recommendations. The firm offers discrete planning engagements across various specialized areas and integrates advisory services with multiple financial product offerings.

Jeffrey Ternyila is a financial advisor at Merrill with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Inc. for 15 years. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Richard Fitzsimmons is a financial advisor with Merrill in Manasquan, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at both Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2014 and 2015 respectively. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to Bank of America fiduciary clients, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Timothy Grable Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Spring Lake, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Park Avenue Securities, Guardian Life Insurance, and Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is a business owner of TFGHockey LLC and serves as a FINRA arbitrator. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a wide range of advisory and brokerage services. The firm offers various investment approaches including model portfolios, third-party asset management, and customized strategies, supported by technology tools and a broad platform of financial products.