Diony Concepcion is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses, and has 23 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cambridge in 2019, Diony worked at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of advisory work, Diony is also the owner of an insurance and benefits agency and works as a contractor driver for companies including Lyft. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations by offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent financial professionals. The firm provides multiple investment platforms and strategies, including proprietary models and access to third-party managers, with a combination of discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Daniel Freddino is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2005, following a brief tenure at Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of the board of directors for the Naugatuck Exchange Foundation. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Steven Silverman is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 36 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Pruco Securities, LLC and Prudential Insurance Company of America, where he has worked since 1990, as well as experience with the State of Connecticut and Central Connecticut State University. LPL Enterprise, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm primarily employs model-driven investment strategies and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers and TAMPs, as well as affiliated trust and insurance services.

David Castle is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Westport, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in property management as a sole proprietor of a personal rental property. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and investment modeling.

Taylor Marron is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, currently serving as part of the Clarke Group. She began her career in corporate bond sales at Morgan Stanley in 2001 and has held roles at Lehman Brothers and Barclays before taking time to raise her family. In 2022, she returned to wealth management, focusing on helping individuals gain clarity and confidence in their financial futures. Taylor's expertise includes college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. Her background in institutional fixed income provides a strong foundation in risk and market understanding. She holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Vermont, as well as having attended Green Mountain Valley School for high school and post-graduate studies. Taylor is fluent in French, German, and English. Beyond her professional work, Taylor is involved in her community through her participation on the Darien Board of Finance and contributions to organizations such as American Corporate Partners, Catch-A-Lift, Connecticut Republicans, Darien Junior Field Hockey, and the Town of Darien Representative Town Meeting. She lives in Darien, Connecticut, with her husband, and her personal interests include gardening, golfing, hiking, interior decorating, skiing, spending time with family, and traveling.

William Lewis is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Westport, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 30 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services for nine years before joining Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney in 2021. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and research. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through Financial Advisors and its Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Daniela Gerhard is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has 20 years of industry experience, including roles at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2016. In addition to her advisory work, she is involved in coaching and teaching workshops focused on growth mindset and coaching fundamentals. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes collaborative, annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved tools and offers specialized programs such as divorce planning and employer-sponsored planning.

Lucas Margenot is a financial advisor with LPL Financial holding a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Equity Services Inc, Schnitzler Law, and Richard J Margenot LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of advisors and technology tools.

Catherine Andersen is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has five years of industry experience, including prior roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and JP Morgan Securities. Andersen is involved in a non-variable insurance business related to her advisory work. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a broad client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm uses a model-driven investment approach and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and insurance product sales through affiliated entities.

Christopher Spahn is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 34 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Morgan Stanley, where he has worked since 2022. Prior to that, he spent ten years at UBS Financial Services. Spahn also serves as a trustee for an investment-related trust based in Connecticut. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and wealth management services supported by firm-approved tools and investment research.

Bryan Smith is a financial advisor at Merrill with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2017, with prior experience at Park Avenue Securities and Guardian Life Insurance. Merrill serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients by offering managed account programs, discretionary portfolio management, brokerage execution, and custody services. The firm’s investment management is delivered through multiple program strategies and an extensive roster of manager-constructed strategies, supported by the oversight of its CIO and platform team.

Davis Craw is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Advanced Structural Technologies, Mott MacDonald, and Black & Veatch. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Andre Aflalo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Westport, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. His prior career includes roles at Mass Mutual and Waddell & Reed, Inc., and he operates his own entity, Andre Aflalo, LLC. He is also involved with the Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants and serves within the 13 Elmood Rd. Special Taxing District. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions through a broad offering of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and third-party asset management. The firm supports advisors with model portfolios, customized strategies, and operational tools, while also maintaining a diverse range of affiliated financial services.

Allison Mahar is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Advisors and Bochanis, Rogan, Zoom, as well as employment at the CT Audubon Society and Harry's Wine and Liquor Market. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and charitable organizations.

Thomas Melfi is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in Shelton, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining MassMutual in 2017, he worked at The Marcus Law Firm for two years. Outside of advising, he is a non-practicing attorney licensed in Connecticut, owner of Nighthawk Brewing LLC, and involved in media projects through Wooster Street Media LLC, focusing on news aggregation and written content. MassMutual 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, using firm-approved analytical tools and structured planning engagements.

Richard Krollman is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Fairfield, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2011 and been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Summer Gigliotti is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. She has worked within various Wells Fargo entities since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in youth sports coaching, serving as head coach for multiple lacrosse associations in Connecticut. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing a broad range of investment and financial planning services, using proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations.

James Tomoda is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He is part of a senior wealth advisory practice dedicated to serving senior executives, business owners, and wealthy families through detailed planning and investment oversight. James holds a Bachelor's Degree from Indiana University and an MBA from the University of North Carolina. He has earned professional designations including Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His team's approach focuses on understanding client values, needs, and goals to develop customized wealth plans. They emphasize ongoing engagement and proactive reviews of wealth strategies to adapt to clients' changing priorities. James and his team prioritize prompt service as they oversee wealth planning, investment management, and private banking to help clients achieve their financial objectives.

Cole Billington is a CFP® with four years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Mass Mutual Investors Services. He previously worked at Brown Brothers Harriman for seven years. Outside of his primary role, he also works as an insurance broker specializing in life, disability, long-term care, and fixed annuities. Mass Mutual 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, focusing on collaborative, annual planning relationships using firm-approved software tools.

Peter Steiwer is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 45 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he holds a minority ownership stake in Vista Indoor Tennis Inc., an indoor tennis facility in Salem, 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. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a broader investment menu that includes insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options.