Gina Bert Zatto is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Westport, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Citigroup Global Markets, Key Investment Services LLC, and Santander Securities LLC. 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 model portfolio programs, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Tammy Kenny is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Ridgefield, CT, where she has worked since 1993, totaling 39 years of industry experience. 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.

Patricia Jones is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with six years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously spent 19 years at Dalton, Greiner, Hartman, Maher & Co., LLC. Patricia is based in Somers, NY. Raymond James & Associates is a large 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, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and specialized municipal advisory services.

Michael Pope is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, with 23 years of experience in the financial industry. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as co-guardian for his son. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s approach 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.

Courtney Pia is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with eight years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at MML Investors Services, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, and Barnum Financial Group. 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 uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment strategies.

Christopher Richards is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Westport, CT, with 30 years of industry experience. He has held positions at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2016. Richards holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that incorporates firm-approved tools and market simulations.

Brian Sullivan is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 10 years of industry experience, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Royal Alliance. Outside of his advisory work, Sullivan serves as an independent arbitrator advising FINRA on arbitration cases. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative, goal-oriented planning supported by firm-approved analytical tools and also features event-driven planning programs such as divorce and estate-settlement planning.

David Sullivan III is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Westport, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 35 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 1990. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as executor of a family estate and is involved with the Connecticut Judicial Selection Commission, which evaluates candidates for judicial appointments. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory offerings, combining proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans based on clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers a broad platform including financial planning, portfolio management, and capital markets solutions.

Heather Tiefenthaler is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with eight years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2017 and previously worked at Chelsea Piers CT. She holds a Series 66 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm employs a structured planning process supported by advanced modeling tools and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Patrick Henehan is a CFP®, CFA®, and holds a Series 66 license with 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2020, and previously was with Pacer Financial, Inc. and AMG Funds LLC. He is based in Norwalk, CT. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services that focus on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm integrates proprietary investment research and third-party data to provide tailored recommendations, operating within a defined investment universe influenced by affiliated product relationships.

Savahn Steadman is currently a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, Savahn focuses on helping clients build clear, actionable financial strategies aligned with their long-term goals. They specialize in guiding individuals through investment planning, retirement readiness, and wealth-building decisions. Savahn has professional experience spanning several roles at Fidelity Investments, including Relationship Manager from 2023 to 2026 and High Net Worth Associate from 2022 to 2023. Prior to that, Savahn worked as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2018 to 2022. Outside of work, Savahn's personal interests include bowling, football, golf, spending time with friends at social events, and caring for pets.

Marco Ventrella is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Westport, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at City National Bank since 2022 and Morgan Stanley from 2012 to 2021. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs offering portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm customizes strategies based on clients’ risk profiles and utilizes both in-house and third-party investment managers to implement portfolios.

Sandra Bonilla is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 11 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2019, following four years at Morgan Stanley. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory solutions. The firm’s investment approach is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Nicole Marron is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Ridgefield, CT, holding a Series 66 designation with four years of industry experience. Before joining Morgan Stanley in 2022, she worked at Hope Evangelical Free Church and The Plumbing Artisans. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with tailored financial planning and a wide range of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and firm-approved methodologies to support clients’ financial goals.

Steven Mattson Jr. is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors in Danbury, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 31 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and related entities since 2009. Outside of his financial career, he is the author of a book titled *Adventures Around Putnam Volume I*, which explores hiking and the history of Putnam County, NY. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and uses proprietary research and tools to develop tailored recommendations delivered through meetings and client summary letters.

Brian Pisacich is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in financial advising with Merrill Lynch in 1991. After a nine-year tenure at Morgan Stanley/Smith Barney from 2003 to 2012, he returned to Merrill Lynch to establish the Kazcka – Pisacich Group. His advisory approach emphasizes planning to assist clients in allocating their financial assets. Brian's expertise includes college education planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and retirement income strategies. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Boston College, where he graduated in 1986 and served as President of the BC Investment Club. He also earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He resides in Newtown, Connecticut with his wife Cathi and their two daughters. Outside of his professional work, Brian enjoys activities such as baseball, biking, gardening, golfing, hiking, surfing, and yoga.

Tab Mak is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at MSI Financial Services, New England Securities, and Equitable Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he also works part-time as an insurance claims adjuster. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and access to third-party asset managers, supported by extensive advisor resources and technology.

Thomas Verdeschi is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes various roles unrelated to finance, including time spent in full-time education and positions at Glen Arbor Country Club and Katonah Memorial Park Pool Snack Bar. Charles Schwab serves a large client base of primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment management via multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options. The firm is notable for its scale, integrated structure, and combination of advisory and brokerage services.

Susan Marchese is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 23 years at the firm and 19 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Westport, CT. UBS Financial Services Inc. 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 utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Mickey Fitzpatrick is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2024. Prior to this role, he served in various positions at Fidelity Investments, including Investment Consultant (2023-2024), Workplace Planning Consultant (2022-2023), and High Net Worth Associate (2021-2022). He also worked as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2019 to 2021. Mickey's professional experience spans multiple aspects of financial consulting and investment advising. He focuses on understanding clients' unique financial goals and developing customized financial plans to meet those objectives. Outside of his professional work, Mickey has interests in baseball, football, music, reading, running, and skiing.