Brendan Mccarthy is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill Lynch since 2003, providing financial advice and guidance to affluent families and individuals. Brendan's expertise includes retirement planning, executive compensation, education funding, wealth transfer, and wealth preservation. He is part of the De Marco-Mccarthy-Florio Group, which has been recognized by Forbes as the #1 Wealth Management Team in Rhode Island for multiple years. Brendan holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) certification and a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration specializing in Finance and Economics from Suffolk University. His professional approach emphasizes goals-based wealth management, tax-efficient strategies, and family wealth education to assist clients in achieving financial well-being and legacy objectives. Residing in Medfield, Massachusetts, Brendan is active in his community, serving on the Finance Committee of Ronald McDonald House in Providence. He is also involved in youth sports coaching and enjoys fishing, skiing, and spending time with his family in Harwich Port, Massachusetts, and Ludlow, Vermont.

Mark Cruise is a ChFC® with 41 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2005. Prior to that, he was with Mass Mutual Investors Services from 1999 to 2005. He also engages in fixed life, long-term care, and disability insurance sales and has participated as a speaker at seminars. 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 variety of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Kevin Dowling is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 29 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2021, with prior roles at Citizens Bank and Citizens Securities, Inc., and Cco Investment Services Corp. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm uses a process that combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, managing model portfolios from a broad investment universe.

Michael Porco is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients across Rhode Island and New England. In his role, he focuses on building strong client relationships and delivering personalized advice tailored to each individual's financial goals and life stage. His expertise areas include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, and personal retirement planning. With more than 27 years of experience in wealth management, Michael employs comprehensive planning techniques that encompass wills and trusts, insurance, retirement, taxes, and investments. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Clark University. Outside of his professional duties, Michael is involved with the Rhode Island Audubon Society and enjoys boating, bowling, cooking, fishing, and spending time with his family.

John Cahill is an Investment Consultant currently working with Fidelity Investments since 2023. He partners with clients to create customized financial plans tailored to their unique needs, aiming to bring confidence to their financial futures. John's professional experience includes roles as a Financial Advisor at Capitol Securities Management from 2022 to 2023 and as a Financial Professional at Equitable Advisors from 2020 to 2022. Throughout his career, he has focused on understanding clients' short, intermediate, and long-term goals to provide a beneficial experience throughout their financial journeys. Outside of his professional work, John enjoys cooking and baking, fitness activities, exploring food, social events with friends, golf, and snowboarding.

Andrew Medina is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Suburban Home Health Care and various positions spanning consulting engineering, hospitality, and retail. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management as well as fund advisory. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to create model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Robert Mullins is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 14 years of industry experience. He is currently with Fidelity Investments, where he has worked since 1998. Fidelity’s affiliate, Strategic Advisers LLC, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, as well as registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, employing systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation benchmarks.

Ian Goldberg is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at MJT Transportation, BetterTrader, Camp Young Judaea, Amazon, and Young Entrepreneurs Across America. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios including mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Charles Rego is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and one year of industry experience. His background includes roles at several companies in the solar energy sector and a brief tenure with TransAmerica. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Kristen Springer is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at E3 Financial Planning, Commonwealth Financial, and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients both directly and through corporate financial planning arrangements.

Matthew Smith is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2023. He has held various roles in the financial services industry, including Financial Consultant Partner and Investment Consultant at Charles Schwab from 2021 to 2023, as well as positions at Merrill Edge from 2018 to 2021, progressing from Investment Specialist to Premium Elite Relationship Manager. Matthew holds insurance licenses for Arkansas and California. His professional approach involves partnering with clients and their families to understand their personal situations and priorities. He focuses on building relationships through meaningful conversations and personalized financial planning to help clients make informed decisions and achieve their financial goals. Outside of his professional work, Matthew enjoys boating, family activities, fitness, football, golf, and spending time at the lake.

John McCarthy is a financial advisor at Cetera with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has held roles with multiple firms, including founding Chartered Course Financial Group, LLC, where he is an owner and partner. He also works as an insurance agent, selling life, disability, annuities, and long-term care insurance. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of investment management and advisory services through a large network of independent advisors, utilizing multiple program structures and manager platforms.

Alexander Gagnier is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Nylife Securities LLC, New York Life, The Hartford Insurance Group, and Verizon. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund and registered investment companies. The firm’s investment process combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Henri Guerin is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His prior experience includes roles at Ameriprise Financial and Bryant University. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios that utilize mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Nelson Hawkins Jr. is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 63 designation and 44 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities for a total of 18 years before joining Wells Fargo in 2016. Outside of his financial career, he serves as chairman of the Barrington Harbor Commission and is an advisory board member of the Rhode Island Sailing Events Commission, both roles involving governance and promotion of maritime activities in Rhode Island. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from its investment institute and third-party data.

Brady Haraden is a financial advisor at Fidelity with one year of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Charles Schwab & Co. and has held various positions including roles in education and retail. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios and manage funds.

Denise Kowalewski is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 28 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2012 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides proprietary research and a broad range of capital markets solutions.

Mark Ramjatan is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding a Series 66 designation and having recently begun his career in the industry. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held various roles including at BMW of West Springfield and Cornerstone Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved as a gas station manager and bookkeeper at a family-owned business. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Richard Carriere is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Providence, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Citigroup Global Markets from 1998 to 2009. Outside of his advisory work, he owns The Holy Spirit Center, LLC, and serves on the advisory board at Bryant University, where he is involved in evaluating the feasibility of an Insurance Risk Management major. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages a broad range of client assets through diverse investment offerings, combining retail and institutional services.

John Poulton is a CFP® professional with 42 years of industry experience, currently serving with Ameriprise since 2014. He is a principal owner of Windmill Braiding Equipment, LLC, a manufacturing business in Warwick, RI, where he provides consulting and oversight. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm offering retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with substantial investable assets, combining research and modeling with tax-efficiency analysis to generate tailored recommendation reports.