Justin Steele is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Bridgewater, NJ. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and has 17 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Janus Management Holdings Corp and Merrill. Steele also provides investment advisory services through Paradigm Wealth Advisory LLC, an independent registered investment advisor. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advisors using both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies supported by LPL’s research and technology tools.

Mark Shapiro is a financial advisor at Merrill with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill since 1999. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Treasurer and board member for the Princeton Learning Cooperative, a nonprofit homeschooling support center. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Christina Blackwell is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner and Smith Incorporated since 2011. 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.

Thomas Kellerman is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Bank of America, Newbridge Securities Corporation, and Black River Wealth Management. Kellerman also spent four years at Muhlenberg College. 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 range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth individuals, and institutional investors.

Marc Teitelbaum is a financial advisor at Merrill with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Merrill since 2005. 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.

William Schetler Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, N.A., and operating Schetler Landscaping Services LLC. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and charitable organizations.

Bryan Connolly is a CFP® with 39 years of industry experience. He has worked at OSAIC since 2023 and previously spent 25 years at FSC Securities Corporation. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Lumen Financial Group, a tax preparation business. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and nonprofits through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services with a range of investment solutions that include automated portfolio construction and access to third-party managers.

Brian Short is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Bank of America and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner and Smith Incorporated since 2012. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions (SPS) Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies designed for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Rohan Seth is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he held roles at Salesforce, Inc. and Sisense, Inc. He is currently based in Lawrenceville, NJ. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and financial planning services to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured planning process using tools such as Monte Carlo simulations and offers a range of investment and planning services across retail and institutional markets.

Karl Conrad is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1997 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Sara Lemley is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Pennington, NJ, having 11 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Oppenheimer for five years before joining Merrill in 2019. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Jerry Schapira is a financial advisor with Stifel in Yardley, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Stifel since 2007. Stifel serves a broad range of clients including individuals, institutional investors, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs a proprietary investment methodology through its Investment Strategy Group to provide asset allocation and planning analyses, while clients retain discretion over implementation.

Scott Schwartzman is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. He has been with PFS Investments Inc. and Primerica Financial Services since 2010 and 2011, respectively. Outside of his advisory role, Schwartzman provides bookkeeping and tax services for individuals and nonprofit organizations on a part-time basis. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management primarily through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-driven strategies and separately managed accounts. The firm uses a tiered wrap-fee structure and curates third-party asset managers, maintaining oversight of model selection and implementation.

Karl Falkenstein IV is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions. The firm provides tailored financial planning services supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Kiranmai Ganti is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, she worked at Bank of America and Educational Testing Service. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Justin Parisi is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held various roles in sectors including automotive sales and food service. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its use of systematic methodologies, advisory roles to registered investment companies, and integration of AI in its research processes.

Melissa Swayne is a Wealth Management Senior Relationship Manager with Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2026. In this role, she works with clients to understand their financial situations and goals, aiming to develop personalized financial plans. She emphasizes trustworthiness and transparency in her client relationships. Melissa has nearly 30 years of experience in financial services. Her previous roles at Fidelity included Planning Consultant from 2020 to 2026 and Relationship Manager from 2019 to 2020. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked as a Client Associate at Merrill Lynch from 2007 to 2018 and operated as a Virtual Bookkeeper from 1998 to 2007. Earlier in her career, she was a Small Business Loan Officer and SBA Lender at ATT Capital Corp from 1991 to 1998 and an Auditor for the Resolution Trust Corporation from 1989 to 1991.

Filippo Maiello is a financial advisor with Merrill in Pennington, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 18 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Bank of America, Santander Securities, and Vivint Solar. Outside of his advisory work, he has performed part-time work for Uber. 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 a range of individual and institutional clients.

Michael Jones is a financial advisor at Merrill with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Merrill since 1995. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a poll/election worker in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. Merrill serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional investors, offering managed account programs, third-party manager selection, discretionary portfolio management, brokerage execution, and custody services. The firm utilizes multiple program strategies and emphasizes tax-efficient investment solutions, supported by integration with Bank of America affiliates.

Gerasimos Melissaratos is a Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2020. Prior to this, he served as a Branch Leader at TD Ameritrade from 2018 to 2020 and as a Senior Financial Consultant there from 2014 to 2018. His professional focus includes coaching and developing teams to deliver exceptional client experiences, emphasizing engagement and knowledge among associates. He is committed to fostering an environment that supports both associates and clients. Outside of work, Gerasimos is interested in family activities, fitness, social events, reading, traveling, and volunteering.