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.

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.

Jason Pollack is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Outside of his advisory role, he is also active as a real estate agent at ERA Blanchard in Manchester, CT. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm primarily uses model-driven investment strategies developed by internal and third-party research teams and offers access to third-party asset managers and financial planning services.

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.

Edward Banks Jr. is a financial advisor at Osaic with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Securities America Advisors, National Planning Corporation, and Waddell & Reed. He is also involved in insurance sales through Banks Wealth Management LLC. Osaic Wealth serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients, offering both brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm employs a model-based investment process with options for discretionary managed accounts, third-party managers, and proprietary strategies.

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.

Jeremy Taubman is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise LLC and holds a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience, including a prior role at Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC. His background also includes work in education and physical therapy. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and charitable entities. The firm uses model-driven portfolios and offers access to third-party asset managers, along with affiliated insurance and trust services.

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.

John Grayeski is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at LPL Financial since 2022, following prior roles at People's United Advisors, Inc. and People's Securities, Inc. He has also been affiliated with Sacred Heart University since 1996. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other 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.

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).

Raymond Passero is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise who holds a Series 63 designation and has 30 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, and David Lerner Associates. Outside of his advisory work, he is a licensed CPA providing tax preparation and accounting services. LPL Enterprise serves a broad client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, and offers access to financial planning, third-party asset managers, and various advisory wrap programs.

Ian Bass is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the firm in 2016 following a nine-year tenure at Morgan Stanley. Prior to his career in financial advisory, Ian served as President and CEO of a wholly-owned subsidiary of Media General, Inc. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and is registered with Series 7, 31, and 66 FINRA licenses, as well as State Insurance licenses. Ian earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from the University of Bridgeport and completed an accredited certificate program at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School. His professional expertise includes wealth preservation, portfolio management, investment planning, and strategies tailored for high net worth and high profile clients. He collaborates with specialists at Merrill Lynch who focus on equities, fixed income, managed portfolios, and estate planning services. In addition to his professional role, Ian is actively involved in community and philanthropic organizations. His current and past roles include Board member of the Fair Acres Association, committee member of the Humane Society of the United States, Board member of the Pootatuck Yacht Club, Board member of RYASAP, and former Treasurer and Finance Chair of Temple Israel in Westport, Connecticut. Ian's personal interests include boating, golfing, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Meghan Annunziato is a financial advisor at Merrill with five years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Her prior experience includes roles at Woodbridge International and the University of Connecticut. She has been with Merrill since 2021 and concurrently associated with Bank of America since 2025. 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 designed for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Matthew Hurwitz is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 20 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. His career includes roles at Ameriprise Financial Services Inc. and David Lerner Associates, Inc. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning through written recommendations and annual reviews, using proprietary research and algorithmic tools within a defined investment framework.