Michael McGee is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with 30 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2002, totaling 24 years at both firms. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based analyses and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan,” while keeping planning and investment management separate.

Andrew Miller is a financial advisor at Cetera with 17 years of industry experience and holds a Series 63 designation. He has extensive experience in pension actuarial consulting and insurance sales, holding senior analyst and vice president roles at multiple firms since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, Miller is involved in insurance wholesaling, focusing on variable life insurance sales and management. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of investment programs and discretionary authorities, supported by a large network of over 10,000 advisors and more than $256 billion in assets under management.

Ronald Pompei Jr. is a CFP®-credentialed advisor at LPL Financial with 40 years of industry experience. He previously spent 22 years at Crown Capital Securities before joining LPL Financial in 2024. Outside of his advisory role, he works as a tax preparer and is also active as a musician. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to model portfolios and third-party research.

Michael Luftman is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with 28 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining Mass Mutual Investors Services in 2017, he worked at Metlife Securities Inc. for 16 years. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a small business entity registered as Luftco, Inc. and works as an insurance broker specializing in individual life, health, disability, long-term care, and fixed annuities. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved tools to develop written recommendations tailored to client goals.

Ashleigh Barr is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 17 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 designation and has been with UBS since 2009. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm uses proprietary capital market assumptions and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans and portfolio management aligned with clients’ goals and risk tolerances, while combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management offerings.

John Guarnieri is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he provides financial advisory services to clients, leveraging his expertise to assist with investment strategies and wealth management. He holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), reflecting his commitment to personalized investment guidance. Mr. Guarnieri earned a Bachelor's Degree from Iona College.

Leonard Sander is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He previously worked at National Planning Corporation for 19 years before joining LPL Financial in 2017. Outside of his advisor role, he is involved with The Creative Planners Group, LTD, which provides tax and accounting services as well as fixed insurance sales. 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 offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios and research.

Cesarina Burgos is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Scarsdale, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and seven years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, as well as Wells Fargo Bank and Wells Fargo Clearing. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC 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, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

David Balkcom is a CFA® charterholder with three years of industry experience. He is currently with Mass Mutual Investors Services and has prior experience at Equity Services, Inc., National Life Group, and New York Life Insurance Co. Outside of finance, he has worked with dental practices earlier in his career. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC operates as 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, goal-focused planning utilizing firm-approved software and offers event-driven services such as estate settlement and divorce planning.

Sheila Littleton is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 designation and 22 years of industry experience. She has been affiliated with Cetera and its related entities since 2005 and has owned Littleton Financial since 2019. In addition to investment advisory, she sells health and fixed insurance products through various carriers. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to both affiliated and third-party money managers.

Gabriel Carvalho is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he works as an independent contractor for Cadena Consulting LLC, providing business consulting services unrelated to his work at J.P. Morgan. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC offers institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, providing asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm integrates advisory services with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Dylan Wynne is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with two years of industry experience. He is currently with UBS Financial Services and has prior experience at LPL Enterprise, The Prudential Insurance Company of America, and Pruco Securities LLC. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and discretionary portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services supported by proprietary research and model-based asset allocations.

Thomas Watkins is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has 32 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Thompson And Thompson Consulting Inc and Jack Schroeder And Associates, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as president of the Totowa Public Library board. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a wide range of clients including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm operates a multi-manager platform offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers, with over $256 billion in assets under management and more than 10,000 advisors nationwide.

Samantha Price is a Senior Financial Advisor with over 15 years of experience at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She leads The Price Group, providing financial advisory services focused on developing and implementing both short- and long-term financial strategies for affluent clients and business owners. Her approach promotes "financial wellness" through a combination of professional investment management, home financing, insurance, and other services aimed at helping clients make sound financial decisions to achieve their goals. Samantha holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Accredited Domestic Partnership Advisor (ADPA) designations from The College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp. She earned a Bachelor's degree from Loyola University Chicago and graduated from Waldwick High School. Samantha is fluent in English, Spanish, and Italian. Residing in Bergen County, New Jersey, Samantha is involved in various community organizations including the Waldwick Lions Club, Habitat for Humanity Bergen County Women Build Committee, Merrill Lynch Women's Exchange, and the Waldwick Chamber of Commerce. She also supports causes such as the American Cancer Society and the American Heart Association. Samantha enjoys spending time with her daughter, fishing, dancing, gardening, and participating in sports such as baseball, soccer, and softball.

Charles Bracken is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked within Wells Fargo at various entities since 2010. Outside of advisory services, he is involved with Princeton Harriman Insurance Solutions as a financial advisor and has ownership interests in two investment-related LLCs. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of planning solutions tailored to clients meeting a net-worth threshold. The firm combines advisory services with other financial products and referral channels to serve its clients.

Thomas Gwin is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds a Series 63 designation. He has 20 years of industry experience, including roles at Metlife Securities, Inc. and MassMutual Life Insurance Co. In addition to his financial work, he is active as a fashion model and actor with Soul Artist Management. 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 offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, employing firm-approved software and collaborative planning processes.

Gregory Field is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in West Nyack, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2017, he operated Field Consulting, a telecommunications business, for 12 years. He also serves as an Education Coordinator for BNI in White Plains, NY. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices across the United States.

Dan Chevreux is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He is focused on helping clients develop comprehensive financial plans aimed at simplifying their financial lives and supporting their lifestyle goals. Dan has been with Fidelity Investments since 2023, progressing through roles including Financial Representative and Investment Consultant before becoming a Financial Consultant. His experience within the firm has provided him with a strong foundation in financial planning and investment strategies. Outside of his professional work, Dan enjoys activities such as spending time at the beach, fishing, fitness, outdoor adventures, and socializing with friends. He also has an interest in pets.

Edward Kovac is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 26 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at MetLife Securities Inc and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company. He serves as a volunteer board member for organizations providing services and information to elderly and sight-impaired individuals. MassMutual 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 structures financial planning as an annual, collaborative process using analytical software and generally recommends investment categories and strategies rather than specific products.

Eric Nachman is a CFP® with 34 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2005 to 2020. Outside of his advisory role, Nachman co-presides over Endurance Operations Management LLC, managing business operations including human resources, expense management, and accounting. Ameriprise is an institutional firm offering retirement-income planning services primarily to clients with significant investable assets. Its approach integrates research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide annual, non-discretionary retirement income recommendations, with an emphasis on assets held in Ameriprise Managed Accounts.