Richard Armitt is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66, Series 63, and Series 65 licenses. His prior work includes positions at Johnson & Johnson and Merck. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm uses model-delivery strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and provides advisory services through a large network of financial advisors.

Veranika Khamianok is a Financial Services Advisor (FSA) with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She specializes in developing personalized financial plans that align with clients' unique goals, including education funding, retirement planning, and long-term family objectives. Veranika emphasizes a client-centered approach that prioritizes individual perspectives and priorities, aiming to simplify the complexities of investing and wealth management. Veranika holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. She earned a Bachelor's degree from Yerevan State Institute of Economics and a Master's degree from Brandeis University.

Russell Smith is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Ameriprise and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2012. Outside of advising, he owns The RCS Group, LLC, a financial planning business, and serves on the investment committee for Safe & Sound Somerset. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendation reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its large institutional platform.

Kathleen Boyle is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Flemington, NJ. She has been with Edward Jones in various roles since 2012. Outside of her advisory work, she holds a notary public commission which she utilizes for both clients and non-clients as needed. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including households of varying net worth, pension plans, corporates, and nonprofits. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies through a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Taj Piontkowski is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Easton, PA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2025, he was with Equitable Advisors LLC for one year. His work background also includes roles outside of financial services at The Cheesecake Factory and Gilbane Building Company. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and macro-level investment models as part of its financial planning process.

Nastassia Pogrebniak is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2015 and previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2024. 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 institutional investors.

Edward Schrimpe is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His prior roles include over two decades at American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc., as well as positions at OSAIC and Veravest Investment Advisors, Inc. He is also involved in asset and wealth management related to life insurance, long-term care, and fixed annuities outside of securities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a wide range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by technology and extensive non-advisory financial activities.

Steven Szmak is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 44 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2013. He is also the sole proprietor of Albri, LLC, an investment-related business based in Flemington, New Jersey. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individuals and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools such as Secular Return Estimates and Monte Carlo simulations to model outcomes.

Stephen Becker is a financial advisor at Cetera with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and two years of industry experience. He previously worked at Avantax Advisory Services and operates Beckers Tax Service, a tax preparation and consulting business serving individuals, businesses, and estates. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm with a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors, serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party investment strategies.

Barry Friedson is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 13 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial and has previously worked at Cetera, Allied Wealth Partners, and Minnesota Life Insurance Company. Friedson also engages in insurance sales involving non-variable insurance products. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Luis Sarmiento is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. in Flemington, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with nine years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2018 and previously worked at David Lerner Associates, Inc. for one year. Charles Schwab serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management services supported by multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options.

Alyssa Fielding is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She specializes in managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, socially responsible and values-based investing, as well as retirement income planning. Alyssa collaborates with clients to develop personalized strategies that align with their unique ambitions, priorities, and financial goals. Alyssa earned her bachelor’s degree from Rider University in 2013 and holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) certification through the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. She also holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Since beginning her career at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, Alyssa has focused on creating comprehensive wealth management plans tailored to clients’ individual circumstances. Outside of her professional role, Alyssa enjoys cooking, snowboarding, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Francis Scally serves as the Senior Resident Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Flemington, New Jersey. He has been with Merrill since 1996, bringing over 28 years of experience in the financial services field. In his role, he manages the Flemington office while providing wealth management advice centered on a diversified, risk-based investment process aimed at managing risk and generating absolute returns. Francis is a qualified portfolio manager and a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional. He offers clients a comprehensive approach that includes personalized strategies involving individual securities, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment options. His expertise spans a range of client focus areas such as college education planning, family wealth management, retirement planning, tax minimization, and legacy planning. Francis holds a bachelor's degree from Molloy College, where he also played basketball and earned a scholarship. Residing in Flemington with his wife Michele and their three children, Francis is active in the local community. He coaches youth sports, including his son's lacrosse team, and enjoys activities such as cooking, music, and reading.

Victoria Esarey is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Lebanon, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 32 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Faneuil Inc and long-term engagements with PFS Investments Inc and Primerica Financial Services. She is involved in sales of investment-related products and also receives compensation for referrals related to mortgage loan products and home security services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management primarily through its Lifetime Investment Program, which features model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and employs a tiered wrap-fee structure, focusing on personalized portfolio management rather than institutional or pension plan services.

Bruce Hesse is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding the PFS™ designation along with Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses. He has 31 years of industry experience, including roles at Avantax and 1st Global Advisors. Outside of advising, he serves as president of a condominium association in Lebanon, NJ, and owns a tree harvesting business in Maine. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services through a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party managers, supporting various program structures and investment strategies.

Carrie Lee is a Planning Consultant based in New York, currently working with Fidelity Investments. In her role, she collaborates with clients to help them pursue their financial goals by utilizing the tools and planning materials provided by Fidelity Investments to create and implement financial plans. Carrie has been with Fidelity Investments since 2023, initially serving as a Financial Consultant before advancing to her current position in 2024. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked as a Financial Consultant at E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley from 2014 to 2023. Her professional experience encompasses financial planning and consulting roles within major financial institutions. Outside of her professional work, Carrie has personal interests that include spending time at the beach, visiting museums, enjoying music, caring for pets, reading, and running.

Eric Burkett Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with 20 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill since 2010. Burkett serves as a volunteer member of the Investment Advisory Committee for the American Bankers Association Foundation. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Patrick Woodward is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds the Series 66 designation. He has 28 years of industry experience, including 19 years at Metlife Securities and over a decade with MassMutual and its investment services affiliate. Woodward is also a partner at Optimum Financial and serves as a group health insurance agent. 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 provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, structuring planning engagements as collaborative, annual relationships using firm-approved analytical tools.

David Lambert is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2008 and was previously with Valley National Advisers Inc for five years. Outside of his advisory role, Lambert works as a technical editor for Wiley & Sons. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management services through a large network of advisors, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies with access to advanced operational and research tools.

Robert Junge is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 37 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with LPL Financial and has previously worked at Private Advisor Group, PNC Wealth Management, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Uvest Financial Services Group. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services through a large network of investment adviser representatives, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.