Paul Heslinga is a CFP® with seven years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2018. Prior to that, he worked at Ellington Management Group from 2014 to 2018. He serves on the finance committees of several nonprofit organizations, including We Can and the Bass River Rod and Gun Club, where he also holds the role of treasurer. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory options. The firm’s IPS-driven process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Louis Kline is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 licenses. Prior to his current role, he worked for Lincoln Financial Advisors for 16 years. He is also the managing partner at Dean Ave Planning Group LLC, a financial planning firm based in Franklin, MA. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers a range of services such as financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory, with a variety of model-based and discretionary strategies tailored to client objectives.

Robert Kerr Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Merrill since 2009. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, providing a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Charles Last is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held roles at Fordham University, BMW of Sudbury, and other organizations. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

William Wall Jr. is a CFP® professional with 39 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2016. He owns a hunting property called Rock Wall Farms LLC in East Providence, RI. 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 using proprietary research and tools, with optional implementation through brokerage or advisory programs.

Jordy Martinez is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to Merrill, he held roles at several organizations, including Global Montello Group and Year Up. Outside of his advisory work, he owns an automotive window tinting business based in Providence, Rhode Island. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Levi Shapiro is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2025. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held various roles across education, consulting, and hospitality sectors, including multiple positions at Florida Southern College. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that integrates fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios across a range of investment vehicles.

Cedric Smith is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He collaborates with clients to understand their priorities and develop strategies aimed at achieving their financial goals. His approach involves listening carefully to clients to help them identify what they value most and working directly with them to design strategies tailored to their aspirations. Smith holds a Master of Business Administration from New York University Stern School of Business and a Bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan. He has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He provides clients access to Merrill's global investing resources as well as Bank of America's credit, lending, and banking services. In addition to his professional practice, Cedric Smith is involved with Moses Brown. He is proficient in English and French.

Neal Engesetter is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Providence, RI, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at UBS since 2020 and previously held roles at SunTrust Bank and SunTrust Investment Services. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and employs proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

John Thompson is a CFA® charterholder with 33 years of industry experience. He currently works at Fidelity and has held roles at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC, Bank of America, and Merrill. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors, using a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is also registered as a commodity pool operator and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Ryan Hazel is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Wrentham, MA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a payroll services business called The Walpole Office. Ameriprise serves clients primarily through its retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals with significant investable assets, offering tailored recommendations on income, Social Security, and tax strategies. The firm combines research and modeling with algorithmic automation to support its advisory process and provides a broad range of financial solutions through affiliated entities.

Kenneth Jackson is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and five years of industry experience. He has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2020. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, with a focus on combining fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm manages multiple registered investment companies and delivers model portfolios leveraging systematic methodologies and advanced technologies.

Matthew D'ambra is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Providence, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and previously worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of his advisory role, he coaches the basketball team at Bishop Hendricken High School. 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 employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and offers a range of investment and financial services beyond typical wealth management.

Joseph Kettelle is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 39 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at Janney Montgomery Scott. He serves on the board of Codac Behavioral Health Services of Pima County, assisting the nonprofit with budgets and funding. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs that include discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services. The firm offers tailored investment strategies utilizing both in-house and third-party managers and incorporates features such as tax management and responsible investing.

Elizabeth Burns is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2015. The firm, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Ross Marsden is a financial advisor at Fidelity with three years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked in educational roles at Rhode Island College and Bristol Community College. He volunteers as the Director of Coaching for the Coventry Soccer Association, assisting in training and supporting soccer coaches. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction across a range of investment products.

Jenny Andersson is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 24 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2000 and holds a Series 66 designation. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Treasurer and a member of the Board of Directors for the International House of Rhode Island, an organization focused on cultural exchange and language development. UBS Financial Services provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and access to mutual funds and alternative products. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services through a broad platform that includes proprietary research and specialized capital markets activities.

Neil Poulicakos is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66, Series 63, and Series 65 designations. His prior experience includes roles at TD Ameritrade, Family First Life Insurance, and Portfolio Medics. Charles Schwab serves a large client base, 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and employs multi-asset model portfolios supported by research from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Stephen Parker is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Parker serves as a board member for the Hermit Cove Community Association, a small homeowners association in New Hampshire, where he helps coordinate community projects. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Murad Royal is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Wrentham, MA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 26 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Citizens Securities Inc. and First Technology Federal Credit Union, where he continues to serve as a program manager. Outside of his advisory work, he operates a small Etsy business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by a variety of model portfolios and research.