Eric Bencivenga is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Babylon, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of an inactive mortgage brokerage firm, Thousand Island Equities, Inc. Edward Jones serves over four million individual and institutional clients through a nationwide network of advisors and branch offices, offering a range of wealth management and advisory services under a fiduciary standard.

Kevin Podell is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity, where he provides financial planning and advisory services. He leverages the resources available to Fidelity clients to develop, execute, and refine financial plans tailored to client goals. He has experience as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity since 2023 and previously worked as a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley from 2014 to 2023. Kevin holds a California Insurance License and is a Certified Financial Planner™. Kevin focuses on building lasting relationships by understanding the priorities of his clients to help them make informed financial decisions and plan for their futures.

Ronald Prendamano is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at LPL Financial, Bank of America, and Merrill. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing tailored recommendations on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver non-discretionary advice primarily for clients holding assets in Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Peter Halliwell is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds a Series 63 designation and has 41 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, he worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 32 years. He also serves as an independent contractor financial advisor with Hendel Wealth Management Group. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and municipal entities. The firm provides financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting through various advisory programs and institutional consulting supported by outside managers.

Alexandra Bartonik is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 24 years of industry experience. She has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she is a partial owner of a rental property. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, offering asset-allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting through its Institutional Consulting Services program.

James Anderson is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked in various positions including at MSA Security and the US Department of State. Outside of his financial career, he serves as an assistant ice hockey coach for the PAL Jr Islanders. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs, operating primarily through LPL-sponsored programs and other endorsed platforms.

Christopher Taylor is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and experience working at JPMorgan Chase and Capital One. He has been involved in the financial industry through roles at these firms since 2008. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a board member and Information Officer for the Bethpage Baseball Association and owns a small e-commerce business. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm integrates closely with Bank of America’s broader platform, providing access to various financial products and services.

Jay Szerencsy is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 32 years of industry experience. He has held roles within Wells Fargo entities since 2014, including a decade at Wells Fargo Clearing. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, providing investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and develops tailored recommendations using proprietary research and planning tools.

Emanuel Lord is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc. based in Melville, NY. He holds a Series 63 designation and has 16 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Osaic in 2018, he worked at Signator Investors Inc and John Hancock Financial Network. Outside of his advisory role, he operates as an insurance broker specializing in life, annuities, long-term care, disability, health, and group benefits. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools and third-party solutions to construct diversified portfolios tailored to client needs.

Ashif Iqbal is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, The Vanguard Group, and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm leverages its integration with Bank of America to provide access to a broad set of products and services.

Nicole Nunag is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. She has held prior positions at Citibank, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Chase Securities Inc. since 2001. Nunag serves as a board member of the charitable organization Carnegie Hill Neighbors. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

Andrew Cameron is a financial advisor at OSAIC with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Royal Alliance. Outside of his advising role, Cameron has been a business teacher in the South Country Central School District since 1998 and serves as an assistant swim coach for the Sayville swim team. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisors and multiple advisory platforms. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to construct diversified portfolios across various asset classes.

Jeffrey Thiele is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 63 designation and 41 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a power of attorney assisting his mother. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s investment approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a broader range of financial products including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Jenna Adams is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 16 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo entities since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she co-owns a rental property in Massapequa, NY. 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 grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm’s approach includes a broad range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Vionca Murray Saxon is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works closely with clients to understand their individual financial goals and develop personalized strategies that address short-, mid-, and long-term objectives. Her approach includes providing guidance on investing, retirement planning, and saving for unforeseen circumstances. Additionally, she facilitates access to Bank of America specialists in areas such as banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Vionca specializes in areas including college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, women and wealth, and sports and entertainment financial matters. Vionca holds a Bachelor's Degree from Syracuse University and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Ohio University. She is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Drawing on her passion for helping clients manage complex financial priorities, she partners with individuals to define their goals and select portfolio strategies designed to achieve those goals. Vionca provides ongoing advice and adjusts strategies as clients' situations evolve. Outside of her professional work, Vionca has personal interests that include basketball, cooking, dancing, golfing, music, running, and spending time with her family.

Georgia Lentzeres is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Royal Alliance Associates, INC. since 2018 and previously at Sii from 2013 to 2018. Outside of her advisory role, she has been involved with the Peter Pan Diner for over 20 years. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk assessments, and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios that include a variety of investment types on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Thomas Flanagan is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 39 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Woodbury Financial Services and Questar Capital Corporation. In addition to his advisory work, he operates a sole proprietorship providing fixed annuities, disability, health, and life insurance, and he engages in motivational speaking at local churches and libraries. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, through a broad network of advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services with a focus on asset allocation, risk tolerance, and portfolio management using a variety of investment vehicles.

Lauren Madia is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 10 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley and UBS. 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 integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Brendan Conlon is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services who holds a Series 66 designation and has two years of industry experience. He has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2021 and concurrently associated with MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 2020. Prior to his financial services career, he worked at Mortons the Steakhouse for five years. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC 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 a range of investment programs and educational seminars, delivering financial planning through collaborative annual engagements using firm-approved analytical tools.

Connor Wilson is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Wilson Securities, Inc., a small independent securities practice. Wells Fargo Advisors is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and integrates advisory solutions with other financial products and referral channels.