Michael Amato is a CFP® and PFS™ with 34 years of experience in financial services. He currently works at Cetera and has held previous positions at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Investment Services. In addition to his advisory role, Amato is president of Independent Tax & Financial Planners, P.C., where he provides tax preparation and accounting services, and serves as a fiduciary trustee. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services delivered through a nationwide network of independent advisors.

Ryan Harrison is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Levittown, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He worked at Merrill from 2015 to 2021 before joining Ameriprise in 2021. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed Recommendation Reports on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, algorithm-supported recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Jacqueline Zapicchi Cloughsey is a financial advisor at Cetera with 16 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked with Ameriprise Financial Services and Signator Investors. She is also an insurance agent selling fixed insurance products and is involved with DFG Financial Group, LLC, a financial services firm. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide network of independent advisors serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party managers.

Donovan Stuard is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Newtown, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and five years of industry experience. His career includes roles at McDermott Investment Advisors, Merrill Lynch, and work in education at Widener University and Bethlehem Catholic High School. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Valerie Ozer is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having eight years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at PFS Investments Inc. and Eden Engineering, LLC. She is also involved in selling loan products and home-related services through affiliates of PFS Investments Inc. Primerica Advisors sponsors and manages a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-HNW and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm operates at scale with thousands of advisors and offices, offering model-driven investment strategies supported by third-party asset managers and custodial services.

Kevin Paul is a CFP® professional with five years of industry experience, currently serving as a Wealth Advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities. His background includes roles at The Vanguard Group and JPMORGAN Chase Bank, as well as military service in the United States Marine Corps. He also has experience outside finance, having worked at La Cena Restaurant. 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 selection, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary program. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research supported by centralized due diligence and incorporates ESG eligibility criteria in its recommendations.

Adam Gladstone is a CFP® professional affiliated with LPL Financial, with 25 years of industry experience. He has worked with LPL Financial since 2016 and has been involved with Global One Financial Services since 2003. Outside of his advisory role, he is engaged in tax preparation and accounting services through Global One Financial Services and holds a non-variable insurance license. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a network of over 22,800 advisors.

Christopher Reilly is a financial advisor at Osaic with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors, MSI Financial Services, Firstrust Financial Advisors, Equitable Advisors, and Progress Financial Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, Reilly is also involved as an agent offering disability, fixed and indexed annuities, health savings accounts, and traditional life insurance. Osaic Wealth serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform that provides brokerage and advisory services, including financial planning, advisor-managed portfolios, and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment approach focuses on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by various tools and a range of discretionary and third-party management options.

Jordan Assentato is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and one year of industry experience. He has previously worked at Ameriprise, ADP, and Lincoln Financial Group. Outside of his advisory role, he is also active as an insurance agent focusing on fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, institutional, and retirement plan clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services utilizing a multi-manager platform with a broad selection of program structures and third-party managers.

Chirag Shah is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan, he worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he is also a caregiver for his parents through Priva LLC, a home care agency. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and includes an ESG eligibility framework, with a range of services supported by affiliated investment-management entities.

Howard Lashner is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and over 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 1985 and also operates Lashner Financial Group. Outside of his advisory work, Lashner is an author and serves as a consultant for American Fence Systems. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, which provides model-delivery strategies and selectively managed accounts for individual and high-net-worth clients, operating primarily as a wrap-fee solution. The firm curates third-party asset managers and delegates trading responsibilities while maintaining oversight of its investment models.

Isaiah Burrows is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, he worked at Seton Hall University and was involved with Straight Edge Striping. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing around $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and consulting services with a variety of portfolio management styles.

Daniel Benster is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Langhorne, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms, including Janney Montgomery Scott, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Waddell & Reed. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing services to 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, supported by extensive technology tools and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Janet Helbling is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 35 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked within Wells Fargo subsidiaries since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a power of attorney for her mother. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutions, offering a broad range of planning options tailored to clients who meet specific net-worth criteria. The firm integrates advisory services with other financial products and referral channels, delivering tailored recommendations through a network of advisors.

Danielle Hooven is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Mount Laurel, NJ, holding a Series 66 credential and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2023, she worked at Principal Securities Inc. and held various roles in financial services since 2012. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs for individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm utilizes structured planning tools and investment modeling to support its advisory services.

Charles Lovell is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages rental properties. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans according to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Edward Scull Jr. is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Lawrenceville, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 41 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of finance, he serves on the advisory board of canine support teams, a nonprofit organization focused on animal-related services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and strategies.

James Mcgrath is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and over 34 years of industry experience. He has worked with Fulton Bank and Fulton Financial Corporation, where he is currently involved in investment sales and service. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored non-discretionary planning and consulting, employing risk profiling and modeling tools, and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

John Mcdermott Jr. is a Series 66 licensed advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Newtown, PA, where he has worked for 13 years. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates Clear Horizons Window Cleaning, a business focused on development and operations. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, providing tailored financial planning and consulting through a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research resources.

James Gibson is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding the PFS™ and Series 63 designations and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has held roles at multiple firms, including LPL Financial and his own entities, J Gibson & Associates, Inc., a tax and accounting service, and 44th Street Capital Advisors LLC, a financial services firm. Gibson also sells fixed insurance products, including life, health, disability, annuities, and long-term care. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and advisory services through a multi-manager platform and supports various program structures with over $256 billion in assets under management.