Robert Austin is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at UBS Securities LLC and Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC, where he worked for over three decades. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, offering advisory and brokerage services. The firm provides access to model portfolios, third-party asset management arrangements, and a range of brokerage and insurance products through its integrated platform.

Nicole Poteat is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Goldman Sachs from 2015 to 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a committee member of Gaingels, a venture capital syndicate focused on early-stage companies with LGBT leadership, and holds board positions with the Ackerman Institute for the Family and Congregation Emanu-El of Westchester. 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 both model-based and discretionary strategies tailored to individual, high-net-worth, and institutional investors.

Craig Valentine is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2022, he worked at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. He also works as an associate for Hendel Wealth Management Group, assisting with client account services and new business solicitation. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and nonprofit clients. The firm delivers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and modeling tools, and maintains specialized offerings such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory programs.

Robert Galian is a CFP® and ChFC® with 19 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2016, currently serving in Oakdale, NY. Prior to his current role, he has also worked within J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2018. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, offering asset-allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Stefan Kaplan is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 designation and over 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2017, as well as at MetLife Securities from 2011 to 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in life insurance sales as an insurance agent. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with diverse portfolio management and consulting services, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary account structures.

Peter Manzi is a CFP® professional with 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Merrill and Bank of America, having previously worked at City National Securities and City National Bank for nearly two decades. Manzi serves as a board member of The Estate Planning Council of Long Island, Inc., focusing on networking and development within the estate planning community. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering both model-based and discretionary strategies for a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Sameer Aga is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Outside of finance, he is involved in importing fruit beverages through his ownership of Global Pathway Inc. He also plans to operate a computer parts sales and repair business under Aga Technologies. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors. The firm offers asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, delivering these services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Guillermo Bautista Jr. is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and having 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James since 2016. Bautista is also the sole member of Target Rock Group LLC and works as an associate for First Harbor Financial Services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and utilizes analytical tools to support client goals, with a notable affiliation to a municipal advisor and programs such as SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Natasha Mitra is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, and Citigroup Global Markets Inc. 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 various institutional investors.

Thomas Moehringer is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2016 and also at Webster Bank since 2021, with prior experience at Astoria Bank. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers diverse financial planning and advisory programs, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches supported by research and multiple portfolio strategies.

Anthony Rutigliano is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC prior to joining LPL Enterprise. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of Rutigliano Consulting, Inc., which supports his wealth management activities. LPL Enterprise serves a broad mix of clients including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, advisory services, and access to model portfolios through an integrated platform that combines advisory programs with brokerage and insurance product sales.

Clifford Sieber is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Huntington, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He previously worked at Sweet Hollow Management Corporation from 2014 to 2020. Outside of financial advising, Sieber is president and sole employee of CS2 Equipment Leasing Corp, a truck leasing business. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations delivered through a centralized consulting team.

David Jaramillo is a financial advisor at Merrill with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 2020. His prior experience includes roles at JPMorgan Securities LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Indus Investments LLC, and FinDeter. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program for Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Eric Abney is a CFP® professional with 30 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. He previously worked with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 15 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is the president of EA Operating Corp, where he manages day-to-day operations and provides independent insurance brokering. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing written recommendation reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary advice primarily through Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Steven Cellen is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and previously worked at Equity Services, Inc. and National Life Group from 2012 to 2026. Outside of his advisory role, he operates Cellen Financial, where he sells life, disability, and health insurance as an agent for several insurance companies. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Charles Justino is a CFP® professional with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. He worked previously at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 15 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Certainty of the Uncertainty, LLC, an advisor-owned entity established to manage his practice. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, utilizing a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of large institutional firms.

Matthew Hill is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at SII / John Hancock Financial Network for 12 years before joining OSAIC in 2018. Hill manages his investment and securities business through the DBAs Client Focused Advisors and Hook Wealth Management LLC. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through an extensive network of affiliated financial advisors. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools and risk-tolerance analysis to construct portfolios that include a variety of investment vehicles.

Michael Lupia is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Melville, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2010. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a wide range of advisory programs supported by firm-approved planning tools and investment committee resources.

Lilian Madrid is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2008. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Colin Moe is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, having joined the firm in 2022. He brings nearly a decade of experience in the wealth management industry, working with numerous teams to serve a diverse client base that includes high-net-worth individuals, families, and organizations with complex financial needs. Colin focuses on delivering a holistic, boutique-style experience by addressing all aspects of a client's balance sheet and coordinating with their CPA, attorneys, and other specialists. His approach incorporates personalized strategies such as tax-aware planning, alternative investment strategies, and trust and estate planning guidance. Colin holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Siena University, earned in 2019, and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He is involved in professional and community organizations including the Boy Scouts of America, where he is also engaged in Venturing activities. Born and raised on Long Island, Colin currently resides in Hauppauge. Outside of his professional commitments, Colin enjoys spending time fishing on the south shore, playing golf, attending Yankees games, and engaging in quality time with friends and family.