Kyle Kost is a Senior Financial Advisor with The Kugel Briegs Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the group in 2019 and helps clients with multigenerational wealth and retirement planning. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch, Kyle specialized in physical alternative investment strategies tailored to high net worth clients. The Kugel Briegs Group has served the retirement planning and wealth management needs of clients for over 25 years, overseeing assets of approximately $2.7 billion as of October 2024. Kyle holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Florida with concentrations in Finance, Real Estate, and Entrepreneurship. He has earned several industry designations, including the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS) from the College for Financial Planning Institutes in Denver, Colorado, the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) from the National Association of Plan Advisors, as well as Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He is also a member of the Florida Wealth Management Association. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Kyle is involved with community organizations such as the J. Wood Platt Scholarship Trust Fund and The Matthew Renk Foundation. He grew up in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, and currently resides in Princeton, New Jersey.

Michael Castoro is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities LLC. Outside of finance, he has worked in the fitness and retail sectors, including Life Time Fitness and Lord & Taylor. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, access to model wealth portfolios, third-party asset management, and a range of brokerage and insurance products.

Douglas Heil is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 35 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2021, he worked at Avantax in various capacities from 1992 to 2021. He owns a tax preparation business operating under DKH Tax Professionals LLC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and a variety of investment strategies.

Laura Riley is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Warren, NJ, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license. She has 32 years of industry experience and has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Co since 1998. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in sales related to life, property/casualty, health, and group insurance products. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, wrap programs, and educational seminars, structuring planning engagements as annual, collaborative relationships that use firm-approved tools to analyze client goals and deliver written recommendations.

Maria Mc Keon is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, leveraging over 25 years of experience in the financial industry. She has served in various roles including senior investment banker and public finance professional at Citigroup, co-founder of an advisory firm, CFO, and financial advisor to multiple enterprises. Her practice focuses on corporate and personal investment, retirement planning, liquidity management, insurance, and lending solutions within the Bank of America platform. Maria works with businesses, institutions, non-profits, and individual investors to help them achieve their financial goals through a holistic approach. Maria holds a Bachelor's degree from Herzen University and a Master's degree in International Finance and Business from Columbia University in New York City. She holds several professional designations including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She maintains a nationwide advisory practice and has considerable international finance and business background from her extensive work and travel in emerging markets. Outside of her professional life, Maria is an avid traveler and engages in personal interests such as antiquing, gardening, and tennis.

Renee Schwartz is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 35 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Morgan Stanley in various capacities since 2009, including Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. outside of her advisor role. She is also a member of M&R Schwartz Family Holdings, LLC, a private investment-related company. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm’s process involves structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools to assist clients in developing personalized plans.

Matthew Minsch is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Morristown, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation. He joined Morgan Stanley in 2025 and has prior experience at Vail Resorts, Somerset Hills Country Club, Boston University, and Ridge High School. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured discovery and approved tools, with a focus on advisory services rather than individual security recommendations.

Richard Garrett is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in New York, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, Great Point Capital, and Takion Technologies. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with US Coachways Inc, a company in the automotive and transportation sector. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and offers a wide range of retail and institutional investment options.

Maria Muth is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 18 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at IC Advisory Services, Inc. and The Investment Center, Inc. Maria is also a CPA with over 25 years at Mark J. Mauro CPA and is involved in tax preparation and accounting services through Mauro & Co., PC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, combining discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios, research, and alternative strategies.

Thomas Cifelli is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 39 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2013 and 2015, respectively. Outside of his advisory role, he is a part owner of a real estate business in New Jersey. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services that utilize structured discovery processes and firm-approved planning tools.

Vinny Gurnani is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 20 years of experience in wealth management, retirement planning, and personal legacy and estate planning strategies. He supports clients by developing personalized financial strategies tailored to their long-term goals, focusing on areas such as college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management, retirement income, and investment consulting for defined contribution plans. Prior to his career in wealth management, Vinny served as a Chief Financial Officer in the corporate sector for two decades. He holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Bombay and has earned the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Vinny emphasizes long-term retirement and legacy planning and integrates his accounting background and corporate experience into his financial management and investment strategy implementation. He also participates in community volunteering in line with Merrill’s tradition of service.

Kathleen Reese is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 34 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with LPL Financial since 2005. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

James Altman is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2013. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools.

Mark Walters is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 44 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2020, he worked at Raymond James Financial Services from 2014 to 2020 and has been associated with Sweatt & Walters Associates LLC since 1985. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and retirement consulting, utilizing model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

David Glennon is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the CFA® designation as well as Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at Bank of America for 16 years. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm employs a structured planning process supported by approved tools and offers access to broad retail and institutional investment options.

Rebecca Leite is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Morristown, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 21 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2018 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she is a sole proprietor involved in property management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by offering a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by the firm's structured discovery process and advanced modeling tools.

Arjan Kolic is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Morristown, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation with nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include six years at UBS Financial Services and involvement in background acting and restaurant work during career breaks. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutions with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Hedy Zahran is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she focuses on understanding clients' goals and helping them navigate options to work towards achieving those objectives. She collaborates with clients to examine their financial plans, define their destinations, and identify appropriate paths, utilizing Fidelity's range of offerings to support meaningful progress. Prior to joining Fidelity, Hedy accumulated extensive experience in the financial sector, including roles such as Vice President at MSCI from 2011 to 2016 and at Pershing from 2008 to 2009. Earlier in her career, she held positions at Goldman Sachs, Credit Suisse, Scudder Kemper Investments, and BEA Associates, gaining a broad foundation in financial services. Hedy holds a California Insurance License, which complements her expertise in financial consulting.

Brett Fortune is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing seven years of industry experience. He has been with MML Investors Services LLC since 2019 and MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he works as an independent insurance agent specializing in life, disability, long-term care, and health insurance products. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, structuring engagements as annual, collaborative relationships that use firm-approved tools to analyze goals and provide written recommendations.

Elizabeth McNeilly is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley who holds a Series 66 credential and has eight years of industry experience. She previously worked at BNY Mellon before joining Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney in 2020. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as president of Wealth Wise Strategies, Inc., and holds board positions including Vice Chair of the Rutgers University Foundation and membership on the advisory board of Tech Council Ventures. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analysis from its Global Investment Committee. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services through both direct and employer-sponsored financial planning arrangements.