Anthony Pecora is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2011 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015. Outside of finance, he assists in marketing at a family automotive sales business, VMP Auto Inc., on weekends. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Lisa Bazzani is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2019. Her previous roles include positions at Morgan Stanley, LPL Financial, and Private Advisor Group, LLC. 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 both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Albert Passanante is a financial advisor at Cetera with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Avantax Investment Services, Avantax Advisory Services, Avantax Insurance Services, and 1st Global Advisors. Passanante is also an owner and financial advisor at Nisivoccia LLP, where he has been involved in providing financial services since 2001. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large nationwide network of independent advisors and operates a multi-manager platform with various program structures and investment options.

Jayme Califano is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 22 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 11 years before joining Morgan Stanley in 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner at Taylor Palmer LLC, a construction and engineering technology firm. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning processes using firm-approved tools and economic modeling.

John Bogucz is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth, Inc. with 44 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked for Western International Securities, Inc. for 18 years. Outside of his advisory role, he invents and sells an original board game on Etsy and serves as the treasurer of the Boonton Township volunteer fire department. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated financial advisers and offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs a variety of asset-allocation tools and portfolio management strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Suzanne Balian is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Morristown, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley & Co. Incorporated since 2008 and has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as president of the New Jersey chapter of AT&T Pioneers, a nonprofit organization. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers a range of investment and planning services across retail and institutional markets.

Donald Frio Sr. is a financial advisor with Stifel, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 35 years of industry experience. He has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2018 and previously held roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities LLC. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by proprietary investment analysis and allocation methodologies.

Edward Durkin Jr. is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Fidelity Investments and TD Ameritrade. Durkin also advises high-net-worth clients through Glassner Carlton Financial, an LLC focused on wealth management. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, offering integrated brokerage, advisory services, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs asset-allocation tools and risk assessment to construct portfolios across various asset classes, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

Robert Skuba is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Mendham, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and over 35 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2017, he worked at National Planning Corporation for five years and has operated Robert Skuba Accounting since 1980. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in mortgage and real estate services through the Crossen Agency. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individual clients, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory and brokerage services supported by extensive operational and research tools, overseeing over $819 billion in discretionary assets through a large network of independent advisors.

Tyler Flood is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2022. In this role, he partners with clients to develop comprehensive financial plans aligned with their goals through all stages of life. Maintaining strong relationships with clients and their families is a key focus in his work. Tyler has professional experience as a Financial Consultant at E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley between 2019 and 2022 and served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2017 to 2019. His career has been dedicated to providing financial advice and consulting services. Outside of his professional life, Tyler enjoys activities such as spending time at the beach, family activities, exploring food, outdoor adventures, running, and traveling.

Ryan Pergola is a CFP® professional affiliated with Raymond James Financial, with 11 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. and Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. in 2025, he spent a decade at M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc. He also works as an ice hockey official in New Jersey. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and analytical tools, and supports a large network of advisors with innovative program offerings and municipal advisory services.

Siarra Siebel is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with four years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2021. Prior to her current role, she held various positions including private tutoring and a role with the Morris County Sheriff's Office Crime Scene Investigation unit. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages a broad range of client assets and delivers services that include estate planning and institutional offerings.

Nicholas Moretti is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 42 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he has engaged in purchasing and leasing a residential condominium. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individuals and institutions, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning approach is based on structured discovery and firm-approved tools, supporting clients with various investment and estate planning strategies.

Camillo Matteucci is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 27 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Ameriprise since 2009. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement-income planning through written recommendation reports and ongoing advice. The firm’s approach incorporates proprietary research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools to address asset allocation and withdrawal strategies within a defined investment universe.

Robert Shapiro is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2011 and previously worked at IC Advisory Services, Inc. from 2006 to 2010. Outside of his advisory work, he operates Diversified Financial Consultants LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions, offering a range of financial planning and portfolio management services with access to both proprietary and third-party investment strategies.

Matthew Compton is a Wealth Management Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies that align with their long-term goals, utilizing insights from Merrill and banking services from Bank of America. Matthew holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a focus on Financial Planning from Liberty University, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude. He is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He participates in community service activities in accordance with Merrill's tradition of community involvement.

Luis Ponce is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 41 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Edward Jones and The Prudential Insurance Company of America. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to third-party asset management, and supports client portfolios through a combination of model strategies and customized approaches.

Joseph Marinaccio is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience, currently with Raymond James & Associates since 2022. His prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC. He serves as an acting trustee for a family trust. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by extensive research and multiple portfolio management styles.

Marc Sukoneck is a financial advisor with Stifel in Morristown, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Stifel since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Directors for The Arc of Union County and acts as Treasurer for the Randolph Baseball Diamond Club. Stifel serves a broad client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach relies on proprietary analysis and probabilistic modeling developed by its Investment Strategy Group to support client decisions.

Robert Dalia is a financial advisor at Merrill with 42 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Merrill since 2011, concurrently associated with Bank of America since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the advisory board and as a committee member for the Shepards of Youth Charitable Trust, a nonprofit organization focused on education for underserved populations. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.