Thomas Manning is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cambridge since 2012 and previously held roles at Cantella & Co., Inc., Brecek & Young Advisors, Inc., and Compass Capital Corporation. Outside of advisory work, Manning serves as treasurer and part-owner of a land development company involved in residential lot development. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary management solutions, access to third-party advisers, and proprietary model strategies under the Founders Gate Capital brand.

Ernest Lacroix is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining Charles Schwab in 2023, he worked at Achieve Financial Solutions LLC, F2 Strategy, Starburst Labs/Wealthbox CRM, XML Financial Group, and FI Services Holdings, LLC. Charles Schwab serves a large client base primarily consisting of 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a multi-asset model portfolio approach and integrated operational infrastructure.

Mary Miley is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2017. She has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, partnering with individuals and their families to help grow and protect their wealth through Fidelity's platform. Prior to her current role, Mary worked as a Senior Fixed Income Trader at OFI Institutional Asset Management from 2003 to 2008, and as Vice President and Senior Fixed Income Trader at Columbia Management from 1992 to 2003. Her extensive experience includes expertise in fixed income trading and holistic financial planning. Outside of her professional career, Mary enjoys cooking and baking, family activities, exploring culinary interests as a foodie, reading, and traveling.

Samuel Raheb is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Citizens Securities, Inc. and Santander Investment Services. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages rental properties. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their approach combines quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and includes capabilities in derivatives and commodities.

Nicholas Ranucci is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a Partner in the Sloper-Zawerucka-Ranucci Group. He has six years of experience in the financial services industry, focusing on helping families and small businesses identify their financial goals and develop comprehensive personal wealth analyses. Nicholas holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) designation and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Salve Regina University, graduating Magna Cum Laude. He resides in Smithfield, Rhode Island with his wife, Michaela.

James Griffin Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with 35 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 2009 alongside a concurrent tenure at Bank of America. 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Robert Entwistle Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Somerset, MA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Rockland Trust, Cantella & Co., J.P. Morgan Securities, and Sentinel Pension Advisors. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

John Cote is a financial advisor at Merrill with 28 years of industry experience. He has held positions at Merrill since 2009 and previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2008. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Nicholas Prunier is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2023. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2014, progressing through several positions including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, Financial Representative, and High Net Worth Associate. In his current role, Nicholas partners with clients and their families to develop holistic financial plans tailored to their individual goals. He emphasizes collaboration, candor, and respect to help clients prepare for financial uncertainties and achieve peace of mind regarding their financial futures.

Haley Cerilli is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2025. She works closely with clients to understand their individual situations and priorities, collaborating to develop and implement financial plans tailored to their unique goals and needs. Her experience in the financial industry includes roles as a Planning Consultant and Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2019 to 2024, as well as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2017 to 2019. Outside of her professional work, Haley enjoys activities such as beach visits, biking, golf, reading, and exploring different foods. She is also a pet owner.

Nanette Blish is a financial advisor at Cetera with 40 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked previously at UBS Financial Services and Investors Capital Corp. She has been with Cetera and its affiliates since 2012. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving individual investors, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of investment management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform combining affiliated and third-party strategies.

Brandon Manchester is a financial advisor at Merrill with five years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Alight Solutions, Empower Retirement, and GWFS Equities. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers.

Richard Bassett is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliates since 2016 and operates his own financial services business, J. Marshall Associates, where he provides insurance and securities sales. Bassett is also an insurance agent specializing in life, health, disability, annuities, and long-term care products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services and operates a multi-manager platform that allows advisors to implement model portfolios, select third-party managers, or create bespoke strategies.

Jake George is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he focuses on personalized service and financial planning tailored to the day-to-day needs of wealth clients. He aims to build and maintain client relationships based on trust, reliability, and authenticity. Jake's professional experience includes roles as a Relationship Manager and Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments, as well as a Private Client Associate at Clarfeld Citizens Private Wealth and a Licensed Banker at Citizens Bank. His work has centered around supporting clients in managing their financial goals and investments. Outside of his professional career, Jake has personal interests in baseball, fitness, football, social events with friends, pets, and skiing.

William Harper is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, Rhode Island, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 17 years of industry experience. He has worked at both Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2012 and 2015 respectively. Outside of his advisory role, he is the sole owner of a rental property business. 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Lisa Grenon is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2009 and has been affiliated with Bank of America since 2008. 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 model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Kwame Mensah is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has been with Merrill since 2006. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Mark Choate is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Fidelity Investments since 2008, including seven years at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors, utilizing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its role in managing model portfolios, advisory work for registered investment companies, and use of systematic methodologies including AI and long-term asset allocation strategies.

Tracy Baker is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and over 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Cetera and its affiliates since 2016 and also operates J. Marshall Associates, where she manages office and client services. Baker is an insurance agent specializing in life, health, disability, annuities, and long-term care products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a multi-manager platform offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Andrew Smith is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at Santander Securities LLC and Santander Bank N.A. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program for Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.