Michael Tiefenthaler is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Westport, CT, holding a Series 66 license and six years of industry experience. His career includes positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A., and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. He has also worked in roles outside the financial industry, including at Augusta National Golf Club and Shore and Country Club. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory services to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning that utilizes firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides both direct and corporate financial planning solutions.

Laura Haynes is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Westport, CT, holding a Series 66 license and with 25 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Merrill, UBS Financial Services, Mass Mutual Investors Services, and Webster Bank. 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 portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Robert Mueller is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Westport, CT, holding a Series 63 designation and 44 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Citigroup Global Markets, and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, he manages a sole proprietorship focused on real estate property management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process emphasizes structured discovery and analytical tools, offering tailored advice without individual security recommendations in standalone plans.

Elizabeth Nelson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She previously worked at People's Securities, Inc. for over two decades and at People's United Advisors, Inc. before joining LPL Financial. Nelson is also associated with Wilmington Advisors at M&T Bank as a financial consultant. 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 portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a network of over 22,800 advisors and advanced operational tools.

Susan Kaupie is a financial advisor at Merrill with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 2019, following five years at Centric Property Group. 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 model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

William Robins is a Client Experience Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in holistic strategic planning and client relations. He provides clients with a comprehensive understanding of financial solutions available through Merrill and Bank of America, serving as a singular point of contact across the enterprise. His role involves maintaining close contact with clients to deliver efficient, best-in-class service and leveraging resources such as the Chief Investment Office to guide investment decisions. Robins' expertise encompasses a broad range of financial planning areas, including college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, special needs planning strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) certification and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation, underscoring his commitment to acting in his clients' best interests. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from New York University. Outside of his professional life, Robins engages in activities such as basketball, biking, cooking, golfing, hiking, music, skiing, spending time with family, traveling, and writing. His personal philosophy centers on helping clients uncover what matters to them and their families to create strategies for their financial goals.

Emma Leibell is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Westport, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. She has been with UBS Financial Services since 2019 and previously worked at the University of Connecticut from 2015 to 2019. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers a broad range of financial products and capital markets services.

Alexandra Allen is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked for Raem Capital for nine years before joining Merrill. 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 model-based and discretionary strategies developed by internal and third-party teams, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Thomas Dornan serves as the Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch's Darien, Connecticut office. He has been with Merrill Lynch since 2008 and is a partner of the Anderson Dornan Kennedy Group. In his role, he works with successful individuals, families, and business owners, focusing on helping multi-generational families navigate investment management, retirement planning, wealth transfer, and legacy planning. His approach centers on tailoring strategies that align with clients’ financial goals, values, and long-term aspirations. Mr. Dornan holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) certification and the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Fordham University and graduated from Fairfield College Preparatory School. His credentials support his expertise in personalized financial planning and retirement planning. Outside of his professional work, Thomas Dornan lives with his wife and two children in Darien, Connecticut. He contributes to the community by serving on the Board of Directors of the Darien YMCA and The Community Fund of Darien. His past volunteer activities include involvement with Filling in the Blanks and Shatterproof. In his personal time, he enjoys skiing, paddle sports, golf, and tennis.

Betty Basilone is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and joined Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network in 2026. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as a power of attorney for her spouse. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that provides investment and fee-based 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 tools.

John Culhane is a financial advisor at Cetera with 29 years of industry experience and holds the PFS™ designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His work history includes roles at Avantax Advisory Services and Cincinnati Insurance Co, and he has operated his own CPA practice since 1994. Outside of advising, he is involved in tax preparation and serves as an insurance sales agent. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party investment strategies.

Ann Miller is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management with 23 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2016 and spent one year at Citigroup Global Markets prior to that. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by providing a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning processes and firm-approved tools to support its financial advisors.

William Nolan is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with Series 65 and Series 63 credentials. He has one year of industry experience and previously worked at Deloitte and Greysteel. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, providing investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services tailored to clients who meet a net-worth threshold, using proprietary research and tools to develop customized recommendations.

Forrest Close is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings over 30 years of experience in the financial industry, including 25 years on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. Forrest is a member of the GC Group at Merrill Lynch, which focuses on assisting multigenerational families with maintaining their lifestyles and making informed decisions about the growth and preservation of their wealth. Forrest holds the Series 7, 63, and 65 FINRA registrations, as well as the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® designation. He earned his B.A. in Economics from Columbia University. In his role, Forrest manages custom investment strategies and selects from a broad range of model portfolios and third-party investment strategies, often managing these strategies on a discretionary basis through the firm's Investment Advisory Program. Outside of his professional work, Forrest is active in his community. He has served as President of the Board at Trackside, the Wilton CT Teen Center, and is involved with the Wilton Presbyterian Church. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters, engaging in activities such as tennis, skiing, and spending time at the beach.

Ross Mannino is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Wilton, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2009. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations primarily for clients holding assets in Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Guy Schoepfer is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at UBS Financial Services and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates Global Blog LLC, an internet-based affiliate marketing business. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of investment and financial planning services. The firm uses proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations, providing clients with flexible options for implementation through brokerage or advisory programs.

Gregory Romatzick is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in helping clients develop customized wealth planning strategies tailored to their individual circumstances. His focus includes college education planning, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, and retirement income. Gregory holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP®) certification awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., as well as the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA) designations. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from the Charles F. Dolan School of Business at Fairfield University, where he was a member of the rowing team. He resides in Shelton, Connecticut, with his wife, Lizette, and their two children, Oliver and Elodie. Outside of work, Gregory enjoys a variety of activities including swimming, biking, football, racquetball, scuba diving, skiing, soccer, volleyball, and woodworking.

Christopher Brockett is a Series 66-licensed advisor at Equitable Advisors with seven years of experience in the financial services industry. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he worked at the University of New Haven and Lowe's Home Improvement. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm delivers its services through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and offers both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Janice Lorenzetti is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, based in New Canaan, CT. She has 15 years of industry experience, including roles at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2009. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary program. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework.

Joseph Kemka is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on delivering customized financial strategies to help clients pursue their short- and long-term goals. His approach includes addressing a wide range of client needs such as estate planning, investments, tax minimization, wealth transfer, and retirement income. Joseph leverages extensive experience in financial services to advise clients, including those who have recently undergone business sales or liquidity events. He emphasizes understanding clients’ priorities to develop strategies tailored to their unique financial circumstances. He also integrates access to banking services focused on strategic and personalized financial guidance. Joseph holds a Bachelor's Degree from Marist College and holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA).