Urszula Madra is a financial advisor with Hightower Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 16 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Mass Mutual Investors Services, MassMutual Life Insurance, and MetLife Securities. She has been with Hightower Advisors and its affiliated broker-dealer since 2022. Hightower Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes multi-manager solutions and manager selection, using both affiliated and third-party managers, and offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services.

Alexandra Miele is a CFP® and Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Hightower Advisors since 2013. Alexandra has also engaged in paid speaking for advanced financial planning seminars through Purpose Consulting Group. Hightower Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse client base, including individual and institutional investors. The firm emphasizes manager selection and multi-manager solutions, utilizing both affiliated and third-party managers, with a broad range of portfolio construction options.

Ronald Dragotta is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he specializes in retirement benefit consulting and personalized wealth management strategies. With over 27 years of industry experience, he adopts a goals-based approach to help clients pursue their long-term financial objectives by utilizing professional asset managers and investment platforms. Ronald focuses on Merrill's 401(k) Retirement Plan platform and provides services to local communities and organizations. He works closely with a team within his office and leverages the resources of Bank of America and Merrill Lynch Wealth Management to deliver active and dedicated service. His areas of expertise include corporate benefits, divorce transition planning, employee benefits planning, employee financial health, personal retirement planning, and individual and corporate investment strategy. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Hofstra University and professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Outside of work, Ronald spends time with his wife Linda, an elementary school teacher, and their two daughters, Catherine and Caroline. They enjoy outdoor activities such as running, hiking, and kayaking on the Long Island Sound. Ronald is also involved in volunteering with community organizations.

Elizabeth Schroder is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 40 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2008, following a period at City National Bank. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with tailored investment strategies using both in-house and third-party managers, and provides a range of portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services.

Bruce Brown is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 40 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Wells Fargo entities since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as co-trustee for a family trust. 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 advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Anthony Carpentieri is a Private Wealth Advisor and managing partner of the Erdmann, Giannetti, Brookfield, Carpentieri Group within Merrill Private Wealth Management. His practice specializes in providing custom wealth management services, strategies, and advice for senior executives and families navigating significant life events and transitions. The group has been recognized on Barron's Top 50 Private Wealth Management Teams list and is known for advising clients on a range of areas including investment management, wealth transfer, credit, philanthropy, and family office services. Anthony's expertise includes concentrated wealth management and estate planning aimed at preserving wealth across generations while enhancing diversification. Anthony began his career with Merrill in 2007 and has earned multiple accolades, including being listed as the #1 Next Generation Private Wealth Advisor at Merrill by Forbes from 2017 through 2023 and recognized among the Top 40 Advisors under 40 by Financial Planning Magazine in 2022 and 2023. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance, Business Economics, and Legal Studies, as well as an MBA in Management, both from Iona College. He also maintains the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation and the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) certification. Outside of his professional work, Anthony is involved in his community as a member of the Iona University Alumni Board and has served on the Board of Trustees for John S. Burke Catholic High School. His personal interests include basketball, boating, reading, writing, and spending time with his family.

Michael Wray is a CFA® charterholder with 13 years of industry experience, currently serving at J.P. Morgan Securities. His prior roles include positions at First Republic Investment Management, Bank of America, and Merrill. He serves on the advisory board of Korean K9 Rescue, a charity that re-homes dogs from Korea, where he provides advice and volunteers at events. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC offers investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework. The firm operates within the broader J.P. Morgan organization and provides non-discretionary services through a select group of Wealth Advisors.

Lukasz Janko is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Merrill, Bank of America, Key Investment Services, and Santander Securities. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. 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.

Michael Cappiello is an Investment Consultant who focuses on helping clients plan their financial futures based on their specific goals. He provides personalized guidance tailored to each client's unique financial background. Michael combines his professional role with his experience as a father, emphasizing the pursuit of financial peace of mind and the protection of clients' legacies. He has professional experience as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2025. Michael's personal interests include art, golf, kayaking, parenthood, skiing, and swimming.

John Horner is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over 35 years of experience in the securities, investment management, and banking industries, with a background that includes extensive executive and relationship management roles both domestically and internationally. His expertise encompasses corporate executive services, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, LGBT wealth planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, special needs planning strategies, as well as sports and entertainment and retirement income planning. John holds a Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service with a focus on International Economics from the Georgetown University School of Foreign Service. He is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is fluent in both Spanish and English. In addition to his professional responsibilities, John serves his community as Commissioner of the New Canaan Fire Department and participates in various organizations such as the New Canaan Fire Company No. 1, Trout Unlimited, and the National Sporting Clays Association. He is also involved with the Darien Chamber of Commerce and the Fairfield County Fish & Game Protective Association. Outside of his professional and community commitments, John has personal interests in baseball, fishing, golfing, hunting, soccer, and traveling.

Brian O'Connor is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fairfield, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith since 2007 and has been affiliated with Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Outside of advisory work, he is the sole owner of a rental property business in Long Beach Township, New Jersey. 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 using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Brett Rosen is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Securities LLC, and JPMorgan Chase Bank prior to joining Morgan Stanley. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process incorporates firm-approved tools and modeling techniques, focusing on advisory services without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Robert Panza is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 43 years of industry experience. He has held positions at Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2009, including Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, where he has worked since 2015. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and is based in Westport, CT. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs. The firm emphasizes tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Axel Lara is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and one year of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he held positions at JPMorgan Chase Bank and Equitable Financial Life Insurance. Before entering the financial industry, he worked in various roles including childcare and telecommunications. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through a structured program that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Robert Cappiello is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he provides guidance to clients on managing their investment portfolios and financial planning. He holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), which reflects his expertise in advising individuals on personal investment strategies. Robert earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Connecticut. This combination of education and professional designation supports his work in helping clients meet their financial goals through tailored wealth management solutions.

Nicholas Di Falco is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2026, he spent 15 years at Ameriprise. He is also an owner and advisor at Westport Wealth Partners. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and corporate clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Reed Abend is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 14 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Fidelity Investments, Northwestern Mutual, and Strategic Lifelines LLC. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm’s investment approach combines fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering discretionary and non-discretionary services along with model portfolios built from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Brittney Taylor is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with three years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and CITIGROUP. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers proprietary research and a broad array of capital markets solutions.

Michail Borisov is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2011 and Bank of America, N.A. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional entities.

Miklos Gudricza Jr. is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at Mass Mutual, Waddell & Reed, Inc., and various insurance carriers related to W&R insurance agencies. Outside of advisory services, he is involved with JorMik Capital Holdings, LLC, a business entity used for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to model portfolios and third-party asset management, supported by a network of over 22,800 advisors.