Mark Lippman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in New York, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 41 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in several real estate and aviation-related business ventures. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory approach incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Scott Powers is a CFP® professional with 34 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. and Twin Powers Wealth, LLC. His career includes previous roles at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing. In addition to his advisory work, Powers acts as an insurance agent focused on fixed annuities and life insurance policies through Edison Risk and FSG-Financial Strategies Group. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting services to individual, high-net-worth, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by advanced risk profiling and analytical modeling tools and maintains a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor to support public finance activities.

Kerry Toussaint is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Their professional experience includes roles at Merrill and Bank of America, with a background spanning several positions since 2016. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Danielle Rojas is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has worked at several firms, including JP Morgan Chase Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, First Republic Securities, First Republic Investment Management, and Ameriprise Financial Services. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Adriana Ramirez Guerrero is a financial advisor with Merrill in Wellington, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. She has been associated with Bank of America and Merrill since 2006. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a general partner and managing member of Viva Skincare LLC, a retail skincare business. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations.

Meliha Stevanovic is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Palm Beach, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 17 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2009. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a combination of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Troy Hoecker is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, based in Palm Beach, FL. He has two years of industry experience, including prior roles at AUA Private Equity Partners and Prudential Private Capital. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Julia Sivitilli is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in West Palm Beach, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 11 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank affiliate since 2014 and 2015, respectively. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm uses structured planning tools and modeling techniques to support its advisory process while generally acting in an advisory capacity rather than as an ERISA fiduciary unless separately engaged.

Michael Manuel is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms including LPL Financial, BMO Bank NA, and Truist Investment Services. Manuel is also a notary in West Palm Beach, FL. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a multi-manager platform that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services with access to both affiliated and third-party managers, overseeing more than $256 billion in assets.

Philip Mccarthy is a Senior Financial Advisor based in the 200 Park Avenue office of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in New York City. He specializes in delivering tailored advice and guidance on his clients' investments and financial needs throughout their careers and into retirement. His approach integrates Merrill Lynch investment research and Bank of America’s banking and lending solutions to formulate personalized wealth management strategies. Philip's expertise encompasses areas such as college education planning, divorce transition planning, international wealth management, LGBT wealth planning, liquidity management, retirement income, tax minimization, and portfolio management services. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. His educational background includes a Juris Doctor from Duke University School of Law, an MBA from The University of Chicago, an AB from Cornell University, a high school diploma from Deerfield Academy, and a Grand Diplome from the French Culinary Institute. Philip is fluent in English and French. Outside of his financial advisory role, Philip enjoys utilizing his professional culinary training by cooking for friends and family. He is active in the alumni networks of Deerfield Academy, Cornell University, Duke Law School, and the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. His personal interests also include antiquing, gardening, genealogy, interior decorating, reading, tennis, watching movies, and spending time with his family.

James Frost is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 42 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been associated with Raymond James since 1983 in various capacities. Frost is also the acting trustee of an irrevocable trust and owns support companies related to his business. 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, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to align with client goals and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Tara Goins is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Jupiter, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 17 years of industry experience. She has been with Thrivent Financial and its related entities since 2017, with prior employment noted in 2016-2017. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors, offering comprehensive written recommendations across various financial planning topics without implementing those recommendations directly. The firm emphasizes holistic, goal-based analyses and allows clients to integrate planning with managed-account programs through a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan,” while maintaining separate services.

Timothy Fry is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Wellington, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2001. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a lawn service business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients across individual and institutional segments, offering a range of advisory strategies and affiliated investment products supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Todd Galinko is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in West Palm Beach, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2010. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, 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, supported by research and model portfolios.

Kelley West is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2002. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics.

Carrie Combes is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 24 years of industry experience. She holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations and has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as treasurer for Bon Air Farms, Inc. and co-manages Kuehne-Cunningham, LLC, both agricultural businesses in Arcola, Illinois. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Joseph Grund is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2009. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm uses a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary advice through a centralized consulting team.

Barbara Phipps is a financial advisor at Osaic with 23 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors for 24 years before joining Osaic in 2025. Outside of advisory services, she is involved in insurance sales, including accident, health, life insurance, disability insurance, and annuities. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and advisory services through a wide network of affiliated advisors. The firm employs various asset allocation tools and third-party platforms to construct portfolios incorporating a range of investment products and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Thomas Branca is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Goldman Sachs and KPMG. Outside of finance, he performs as a pianist under the name Tom Branca Piano. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Marco Bruno is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Palm Beach, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and seven years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at JPMorgan Securities LLC and HSBC Bank, NA. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm uses quantitative asset-allocation modeling combined with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.