Victor Valliere is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on helping clients with a range of financial needs, including education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, sports and entertainment, tax minimization, and retirement income. Victor works to understand what matters to his clients and their families in order to create financial strategies aimed at pursuing their goals. Victor holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Rhode Island and carries the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. In his role, he helps clients with their protection and investment needs by providing education and guidance on insurance and investment solutions tailored to their situations. He aims to serve as a resource, offering service, tools, and guidance that enable clients to navigate their financial paths with confidence. Outside of his professional work, Victor is involved in community organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and Delta Chi Fraternity. He also enjoys cooking, football, music, and running.

Charles Lihota is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at B. Riley and was involved with On Point Tutoring. He has also held roles outside finance, including at the University of Miami and DoorDash. 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 both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Jack Gillogly is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America N.A. in 2022, he held positions at Harborside Group, NOS, and Shades of the Bay. 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Brandi Leigh Joaquin is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. She has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2011. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs tailored to clients’ risk profiles, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers and providing a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services.

Eric Milhoua is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 18 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones for seven years and Wells Fargo Securities, LLC for three years. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and proprietary research to tailor client plans.

Zachary Costa is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2021. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America, Ahlborg Construction Corporation, the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, and Brazilian Grill. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Peter Ruzzo is a Team Financial Advisor with the Ruzzo Palmieri Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Providence, Rhode Island. He joined Merrill in 2024 and works alongside his father Tony Ruzzo and their team to provide comprehensive financial planning services to high net-worth individuals, families, and business owners. The group begins each client relationship with a written financial plan of action and ensures proper execution of that plan. Peter's expertise includes college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, special needs planning strategies, and retirement income. Prior to joining Merrill, Peter attended Clarkson University where he was a member of the varsity baseball team before transferring to Clemson University. He graduated from Clemson with a Bachelor's degree in Financial Management and a minor in Accounting. During his time at Clemson, he contributed as a sports journalist to the university's newspaper, The Tiger. Peter holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designations. He is involved in community organizations including the ALS Rhode Island Impact Council, the East Bay Young Professionals group, the New England Clemson Club, and Rhode Island Write on Sports. Residing in Providence, Rhode Island, Peter enjoys baseball, reading, running, spending time with his family, and writing.

Stuart Goldstein is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he participates recreationally in the World Series of Poker. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Jameson Goff is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Warwick, RI, holding a Series 66 designation and having two years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at Aflac and has experience at Providence College and The Wentworth Inn. Mass Mutual Investors Services operates as a subsidiary of MassMutual, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes annual, collaborative financial planning engagements using firm-approved software and offers a range of investment and planning programs.

Robert Logan is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in providing personalized financial strategies to individuals and families. His expertise includes college education planning, corporate benefits, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Robert holds a Bachelor's Degree from Rhode Island College and has earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation. He focuses on trust, transparency, and education to empower clients to make informed financial decisions. He aims to build strong relationships and deliver value through customized financial planning and investment advice. Outside of his professional work, Robert enjoys basketball, cooking, music, pickleball, reading, and spending time with his family.

Jason Platt is a CFP® professional with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. His previous roles include positions at Citizens Securities, Bank of America, and Merrill. He serves on the Board of Directors for The SISU Advantage. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored retirement planning, with a requirement that a significant portion of assets be held in Ameriprise Managed Accounts.

Eric Cutler is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Karen Conti is a financial advisor with Merrill in Providence, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1999. 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, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Brais is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Merrill for a total of 16 years, with a brief hiatus from 2021 to 2022. 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 various institutions.

John Peacock Jr. is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 34 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a PAC committee member for the Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and various technology-driven investment solutions.

Christopher Kyprianou is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with LPL Enterprise since 2025 with prior experience at Pascoe Workforce Solution and several short-term roles. LPL Enterprise serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, advisory services, and access to third-party asset management, combining these with brokerage and insurance products through an integrated platform.

Andrew Gallonio is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. His prior roles include over two decades with Avantax entities and founding AV Gallonio & Co in 1977. Outside of advisory work, he owns and operates a tax preparation and accounting business and is an enrolled agent representing clients before the IRS. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various third-party managers through a multi-manager platform supporting diverse investment strategies.

William Dwyer is a financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked previously at Seaport Financial Education LLC and TIAA-CREF. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm uses a proprietary, committee-driven modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, offering diversified model portfolios and both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management options.

Stephen Minicucci is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Portsmouth, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at JPMorgan Chase Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, Citizens Securities, Santander Bank, Citizens Bank, and Bank Newport. Outside of finance, he is involved with Green Softwash Solutions LLC, a business he has operated since 2019. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, combining discretionary and non-discretionary management with model portfolios and research from various sources.

Michael Bruno is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2013 and has been with Bank of America, N.A. since 2015. Merrill, together 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 using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.