Christine Blaha is a CFP® professional with 14 years of industry experience, currently advising clients at Edward Jones since 2011. She holds a Series 66 license and is based in Unionville, CT. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices, providing services under a fiduciary standard.

Drew Iacovazzi is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2016. He serves as a trustee for Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Hartford, providing advisory input to the organization’s board. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm provides model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Sandra Menard is a financial advisor with Merrill in West Hartford, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2007. 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.

Joseph Kintschi is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Portland, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Vice President on the Nutmeg Business Network Board, is a board member of Middlesex United Way, and volunteers as a youth basketball coach for Rocky Hill Park and Rec. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, known for its Premier Retirement Income service, which provides tailored retirement income planning through a combination of proprietary research and third-party data.

Brendon Moore is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Glastonbury, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Voya Financial in various advisory roles from 2014 to 2018. Outside of his advisory work, Moore coaches youth baseball in West Hartford, CT. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, delivering both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios and third-party research.

Wayne Miller is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in West Hartford, CT, holding a Series 63 designation and 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment menu.

Cathleen Langlais is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years at the firm and holds the Series 66 designation. She has two years of industry experience. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Matthew Browne is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Associated Trust Company, Associated Bank, N.A., and STC Capital Bank. 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, pension plans, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting through various advisory programs.

Sean Allen is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Wethersfield, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Outside of advising, he is a partner and 25% owner of Maple Tree Cafe, a restaurant in Simsbury, CT. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendations. The firm also offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional provider.

Robin Di Nicola is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Farmington, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2018, Di Nicola worked at Simsbury Bank from 2008 to 2017. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million clients, including individual and institutional investors. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory and investment solutions, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Michael Riley is a CFP®-certified financial advisor at LPL Financial with 36 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for over three decades before joining LPL Financial in 2023. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by research and model portfolios, serving both discretionary and non-discretionary management needs.

Kevin Wheeler is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 17 years of industry experience. Wheeler has been with Liberty Bank and its investment services division since 2011, serving as Vice President and financial advisor. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and utilizes analytical tools for risk profiling and outcome modeling.

Dione Walden is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she collaborates with a team of financial professionals to assess clients' unique needs and design comprehensive strategies aimed at achieving their financial objectives. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2015, progressing through various roles including Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, Financial Representative, Workplace Planning & Guidance Consultant I, and Financial Associate I - Defined Contribution. Her experience spans multiple facets of financial planning and client relationship management, reflecting a broad understanding of the financial services industry. Outside of her professional work, Dione has interests in fitness, tennis, and traveling.

Heather Hatch is a financial advisor with Merrill in Farmington, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2011. Outside of her advisory role, she owns a sole proprietorship called Handmade Beadz and Treasures, creating handmade jewelry and other crafts. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies and implements trading, account administration, and custody support.

Kenneth Smith Jr. is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following seven years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a range of investment options such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Chelsea Le Moine is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Waterbury, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes positions at Webster Bank, MassMutual, Fidelity Investments, and various community and legal organizations. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and diverse investment strategies.

Shepard Stevens is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at UBS Financial Services, Merrill, and Bank of America. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as the Golf Committee Chairman at New Haven Country Club. 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 and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by a range of portfolio management styles, firm research, and affiliated sub-advisers.

Kurt Lenz is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Hamden, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 44 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999 and previously worked at AXA Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he is a joint owner of a vacation rental property in Corolla, NC, where he manages upkeep by hiring contractors. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, combining advisory and brokerage channels to tailor solutions based on client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

Christopher Dibble is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in West Hartford, CT, holding a Series 66 credential and 9 years of industry experience. His prior roles include seven years at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley, as well as positions at Charles Schwab and Dime Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with Something Better Productions, LLC. 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 financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, and leverages model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and research to support diversified investment strategies.

Gary Helbling is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Durham, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 28 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Oppenheimer from 2014 to 2019 before joining Ameriprise Financial Services Inc. and Ameriprise in 2019 and 2020, respectively. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary retirement income recommendations, primarily for clients maintaining assets in Ameriprise Managed Accounts.