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Timothy K

Series 63, Series 66

Westport, CT

UBS Financial Services

Timothy Kelly is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 44 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with UBS since 2010. The firm serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by combining brokerage and investment advisory services, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and a range of alternative products. UBS integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, supported by proprietary research and a comprehensive platform of capital markets services.

General retirement planning Cash flow / budgeting Equity compensation tax strategy Executive Founder/Business Owner Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Christopher K

Series 63

Fairfield, CT

Merrill

Christopher J. Kral is a Senior Financial Advisor and Managing Director with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill since 1989 and has held various roles including Senior Financial Consultant, Vice President, First Vice President, and Senior Vice President. In his current role, he works with corporations, business owners, and executives to establish and support corporate retirement plans, and collaborates with clients on cash management and credit facilities for businesses. Chris has been recognized on the Financial Times Top 401 Retirement Plan Advisers list consistently, including in 2020 for the sixth consecutive year. He holds professional designations such as Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Villanova University. In addition to his professional work, Chris is a past member of the Patterson Club and is involved with the First Tee of Connecticut chapter. His personal interests include golf, skiing, fishing, and ice hockey. He resides in Fairfield, CT with his wife and their three children.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Retirement income strategy Income planning Wealth management Cash flow / budgeting Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Brian J

Series 66

Stamford, CT

Morgan Stanley

Brian Jay is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Stamford, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank division since 2017 and was self-employed prior to that. Outside of his advisory role, he is the sole proprietor of Project Stake, a digital currency venture, and serves as a board member of the Shippan Point Association, a community organization. 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. The firm utilizes a structured planning process with proprietary tools and offers access to investment insights from its Global Investment Committee.

General estate planning guidance
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William C

Series 63, Series 65

Bethel, CT

Cetera

William Caso is a financial advisor at Cetera with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Insurance Agency. Caso is also a CPA providing tax preparation and accounting services and serves as treasurer of the Kawanis Club of Danbury. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual clients, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing multiple program structures and a suite of affiliated and third-party investment solutions.

Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Robert G

Series 63, Series 65

Danbury, CT

Wells Fargo Clearing

Robert Giampe is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Danbury, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 28 years of industry experience. He previously worked for Prudential Equity Group, LLC from 1998 to 2003. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an executor for an estate in Poughkeepsie, NY. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a combination of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Robert S

Series 66

Old Greenwich, CT

Wells Fargo Advisors

Robert Schaefer is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS and as an independent contractor. Outside of finance, he owns and operates a yoga instruction business and a retail clothing company. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of planning services supported by proprietary research and tools.

Divorce financial planning Planning for children with special needs Business exit / sale strategy Cash flow / budgeting Founder/Business Owner
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Jeffry C

Series 63

Darien, CT

Ameriprise

Jeffry Christensen is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 33 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, written Recommendation Reports. The firm also provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies.

Retirement income strategy Income planning Social Security optimization Retirement withdrawal strategies Approaching retirement
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Derek S

Series 66

Westport, CT

LPL Financial

Derek Sabine is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience. He currently works at LPL Financial, where he has been since 2017. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, he is a photography business owner offering art for sale online. 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 portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Wealth management Retirement income strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax-loss harvesting Annuities Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Kevin S

CFA®, Series 63

Stamford, CT

Charles Schwab

Kevin Stanley is a CFA® charterholder with 29 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Charles Schwab in Stamford, CT, where he has worked since 2022. Prior to Schwab, he spent seven years at Fidelity Investments. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory solutions supported by centralized operations and a formal process for alternative investments.

Private / alternative investments Real estate investing Multi-state taxation College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.)
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Matthew H

Series 63, Series 66

Ridgefield, CT

Edward Jones

Matthew Honig is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Ridgefield, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2025, he worked at Elevance Health and Oppenheimer, and has held various roles at Northeastern University, McKinsey & Co., Alkali Partners, Andersen, Lincoln Brokerage, and Saint Peter’s Prep. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of investment advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Multi-generational wealth transfer Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Charles M

Series 66

Old Greenwich, CT

Wells Fargo Clearing

Charles Mungai is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as treasurer and elder at Harvest Time Church in Greenwich, CT, where he participates in budgeting and spiritual activities. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that provides investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by Wells Fargo Investment Institute research and analytics.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Shauna S

Series 66

Stamford, CT

Morgan Stanley

Shauna Simpson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2019. Prior to this, she held positions in private family offices and was involved with Birth Bungalow LLC. Outside of her advisory role, Simpson owns and operates a dog training business called Right From The Start. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning using structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

General estate planning guidance
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Michael H

Series 63

Darian, CT

J.P. Morgan Securities

Michael Hershey is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, holding a Series 63 designation and 43 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Oppenheimer Asset Management and CIBC World Markets Corp. He is based in Darian, CT. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process utilizes both quantitative and qualitative research and offers broad derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Founder/Business Owner
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Jonathan C

Series 63, Series 65

Stamford, CT

Merrill

Jonathan Castle is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Merrill since 2009, with a brief tenure at Bofa Securities, Inc. in 2019. 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. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Damian P

Series 63, Series 65

Stratford, CT

LPL Financial

Damian Prajer is a financial advisor affiliated with LPL Financial in Stratford, CT. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has three years of industry experience, with prior roles at Webster Bank, MML Investors Services, and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory services and platforms, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional wealth management solutions.

Wealth management Retirement income strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax-loss harvesting Annuities Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Julia S

Series 66

Fairfield, CT

Fidelity

Julia Strickland is currently a Branch Leader, leveraging her experience to guide clients in achieving financial stability and success. In her role, she collaborates closely with local individuals, families, and small businesses to develop and implement personalized financial strategies that align with their unique goals. Julia focuses on simplifying complex financial concepts to empower clients to make informed decisions about their financial futures. She has held various positions in the financial sector, including Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments since 2023, Financial Solutions Advisor and Assistant Vice President at Merrill from 2020 to 2023, and ADP Relationship Manager at Bank of America between 2019 and 2020. Outside of her professional career, Julia has interests in art, fitness, music, traveling, and volunteering.

Wealth management Cash flow / budgeting Tax strategies for small businesses Business Financial Management Financial Professional
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Robert H

Series 63, Series 65

Fairfield, CT

LPL Financial

Robert Hoffman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 48 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services, UBS Financial Services, and several other firms. 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, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, with advisory services delivered by a large network of representatives using both proprietary and third-party strategies.

Wealth management Retirement income strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax-loss harvesting Annuities Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Bernard R

Series 63, Series 65, Series 66

Westport, CT

Merrill

Bernard Reidy Jr. is a financial advisor with Merrill who holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for the St. Patricks Day Parade Foundation in New York City, primarily involved in fundraising activities. 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. The firm offers both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Eugenia M

Series 63

Greenwich, CT

Wells Fargo Clearing

Eugenia Miceli is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 26 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and has been with Wells Fargo since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member for 19 South Broadway Owners Corp, a cooperative building in Tarrytown, NY. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm combines research and analytics with a large platform of financial advisors to offer both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Lisa P

Series 63, Series 66

Danbury, CT

Wells Fargo Clearing

Lisa Patton is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Danbury, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and possessing 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Outside of her advisory work, she is a notary public. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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