Tracy Kennedy is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Troy, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009. Kennedy serves as a board member for the True North Troy Preparatory Charter School. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a variety of investment products and services.

Keith Mason is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Delmar, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 29 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at PFS Investments Inc. and Primerica Financial Services since 1996, with prior employment at Blue Rock Energy and Frito Lay. He is also involved in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliated Primerica companies. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving primarily individual investors, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm uses model-delivery investment strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and provides advisory services through a large network of financial advisors.

Stephanie Yurschak is a financial advisor at Cetera with three years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining Cetera, she worked at Primerica Advisors and has experience in various roles in the food service industry. Outside of her advisory work, she also serves as a server and bartender at Innovo Kitchen. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves individual, employer-sponsored retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Mary Bigelow is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been associated with Strategic Advisers, Inc. since 2003, and Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors since 2018. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Julie Applegate is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with nine years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Primerica Advisors since 2017, with prior experience at TJX Companies. Outside of advising, she is involved in sales of loan products and home-related services for Primerica Mortgage, LLC and affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options under a wrap-fee structure.

Bradley Bonfante is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Albany, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and having 11 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Key Investment Services LLC and KeyBank before joining LPL Financial and Pioneer Bank in 2019. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by extensive research and technology solutions.

Richard Anthony is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2014 and previously at VOYA Financial Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he coaches independent financial advisors through his business, Getting Results Coaching. 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 range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with both affiliated and third-party investment options.

Jamie Hanlon is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Latham, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2018, Hanlon worked at Invest Financial Corporation and Edward Jones. He also serves as a non-variable insurance agent with multiple firms, including Penn Mutual and Lincoln. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual investors, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and access to model portfolios and research from both internal and third-party sources.

Robert Scrivens is a CFP® professional with 18 years of experience, currently serving at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2011. He holds Series 63 and has concurrent experience at MassMutual Life Insurance Co. Outside of his advisory role, he engages in individual and group life and health insurance sales. MML Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser subsidiary of MassMutual that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charities, and employers. The firm offers a range of programs including wrap accounts, money-manager services, and educational seminars.

Joseph Turo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and has operated his own CPA practice since 1999. Outside of his advisory and accounting roles, he serves as Treasurer for a political campaign. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, 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, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

Andrew Jeffreys is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has worked since 2014. He specializes in retirement planning, tax minimization, estate planning, and assisting business owners with 401(k) plans. Drew works closely with clients to evaluate trust documents and their overall financial situations, including both assets and liabilities, as part of a comprehensive wealth management strategy. Raised by a Certified Public Accountant, Drew brings a practical approach to optimizing wealth, focusing on thoughtful guidance tailored to hardworking clients. He collaborates with his team to provide services that address the unique needs of active and retired business owners, medical professionals, and others, emphasizing careful consideration of the long-term impacts of financial decisions on clients' families and futures. Drew holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Siena College. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys playing golf, skiing, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. He is also an avid supporter of Siena basketball and his family's horse racing activities at Saratoga Race Course.

Olivia Brownell is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she currently works to design personalized financial plans that support clients' goals throughout various stages of life. She has held several roles within Fidelity Investments since 2022, including Investment Consultant, Workplace Planning Consultant, and Workplace Planning Associate, gaining a breadth of experience in financial advisory and workplace planning services. Beginning her tenure at Fidelity Investments in 2022 as a Workplace Planning Associate, Olivia progressed through positions that have broadened her expertise in investment consulting and financial planning. Her experience at Fidelity reflects a consistent focus on providing clients with clear and tailored financial strategies. Outside of her professional role, Olivia engages in family activities, fitness, military service, music, outdoor adventures, and traveling.

Karl Seitz is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 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, Seitz owns racehorses and is involved in horse racing activities. 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 solutions. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and includes a broad range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options, which distinguishes it among large institutional advisers.

Maria Natarelli is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 17 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2007. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in leadership and management activities within her office and serves on the boards of the Financial Planning Association of Northeastern New York and the Foundation for Ellis Medicine. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset thresholds, offering tailored recommendations on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic tools to support its advisory process, with an emphasis on assets held in Ameriprise managed accounts.

James Lennon is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment options, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Stacey Colao Gardner is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services for nine years before joining RBC in 2024. Outside of finance, she has involvement in the catering and event service industry, specifically providing waitressing and event support for weddings. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with tailored portfolio management strategies that incorporate both in-house and third-party investment managers and provide options such as tax management and responsible investing.

Daniel O’Keefe is a CFP® and CFA® credentialed advisor with 16 years of industry experience. He is affiliated with LPL Financial and has been serving clients through WealthOne LLC since 2016. Outside of his advisory work, he is a 10% owner of The Neary Group LLC, a business unrelated to investments. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by research, model portfolios, and technology-driven strategies.

Nathaniel Greenwood is a financial advisor with Cetera holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2026. Prior to joining Cetera Investors, he worked in retail and education roles, including four years at Happy Jacks Shops and five years at Glens Falls Middle and High Schools. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers, overseeing more than $256 billion in assets and a network of over 10,000 advisors.

Natalie Hart Shepperly is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Albany, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, Fidelity Brokerage Services, and Brown Brothers Harriman. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as a golf coach for The Albany Academies’ high school golf team. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor investment plans to client goals and risk tolerances.

Mark Hulbert is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Latham, NY, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has 37 years of industry experience, including 27 years with Equitable Advisors and prior work with Axa Advisors. Hulbert serves as a board member of Christian Brothers Academy. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a range of advisory programs and third-party asset managers, focusing on personalized risk assessment and tailored investment solutions.