Kenneth Parow Jr. is a financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C., Bank of America, Merrill, and Citizens Bank. Outside of finance, he also works as a bartender at Active Ingredient Brewing Company in Malta, New York. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm combines proprietary modeling with planner delivery and online tools, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary management solutions focused on diversified portfolios and long-term investment strategies.

Michael Barnes is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on developing personalized financial strategies to help clients pursue their long-term goals through one-on-one collaboration. His areas of expertise include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, retirement income, and services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits. Michael holds a Bachelor's Degree from SUNY Oneonta and has earned the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He follows Merrill’s tradition of community involvement, dedicating time to volunteering with local organizations. Through his role, he provides clients access to Merrill’s investment insights along with the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America.

Daniel Desmond is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Ayco/Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC for four years and The AYCO Company, L.P./Mercer Allied for nine years. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, combining discretionary and non-discretionary management with resources from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

John Hendricks is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pensacola, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2014. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm‑approved tools.

Levi Ashley is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he partners with clients to co-create financial plans and investment strategies that align with their life goals. He began his current role in 2024 after serving as a Planning Consultant at the same firm from 2022 to 2024. Levi's professional experience includes positions at Merrill Lynch as a Financial Solutions Advisor and Registered Wealth Management Client Associate in 2022 and 2021-2022 respectively. He also worked as a Compliance Officer at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments from 2020 to 2021, a Registered Client Associate at Morgan Stanley from 2019 to 2020, and a Financial Assistant at Halliday Financial in 2018. Outside of his professional work, Levi enjoys camping, fishing, and outdoor adventures.

Anthony Di Pace is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Bank of America, Merrill, Edward Jones, Key Investment Services LLC, KeyBank, and Citizen's Bank. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing research and model portfolios from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Shamus McCullough is the Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2019. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2008, progressing through various roles including Financial Representative, Investment Solutions Representative, Fixed Income Specialist, Investment Consultant, and Financial Consultant. In his current role, Shamus assists clients in creating personalized financial plans and adjusting their investment and income strategies to help achieve their individual financial goals. His professional experience encompasses a broad range of roles within Fidelity Investments, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of investment and financial consulting. Outside of his professional work, Shamus enjoys biking, gardening, visiting museums, engaging in outdoor adventures, skiing, and traveling.

John Malicki is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Latham, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by approved tools and modeling techniques.

Mark Papuzza is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Latham, NY, holding the Series 66 designation and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2018 and previously at INVEST Financial Corp. from 2016 to 2018. Papuzza also maintains a relationship with Empire Financial Advisors, active since 2014. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers diverse advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management along with model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

David Morrison is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Albany, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Craig White is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research for four years before joining LPL Financial in 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he has experience as a software programmer and consultant in a non-investment related capacity. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and services, including financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and model portfolios supported by research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Daniel Vartigian is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Licensed since 1988, he has extensive experience in financial planning and portfolio construction, working with individuals and families to help grow and maintain their wealth. His client focus areas include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Mr. Vartigian holds a Bachelor's Degree from Ithaca College and earned his Series 7 FINRA registration in 1988. Over the course of his career, he has worked with First Albany, Morgan Stanley, UBS, and Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). In addition to his professional work, Daniel follows the Merrill tradition of community involvement, dedicating time to volunteer with local organizations. He also enjoys a wide range of sports including baseball, basketball, billiards, football, golfing, ice hockey, softball, and table tennis, as well as spending time with his family and watching movies.

Mark Davidson is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at Cadaret Grant & Co., Inc. and Citizens Securities, Inc. Davidson serves as a board member for the Arkell Museum and Library and volunteers with the Boy Scouts of America. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and services, including financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and model portfolio management supported by research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Mark Wells is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience, currently practicing at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. His work history includes roles at Ameriprise Financial Services Inc, Mass Mutual Investors Services, MassMutual Life Insurance Co, and John Hancock. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. It offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Todd Silaika is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he leads the Sirica Wealth Management Group. He and his team work with clients and their families to help achieve financial goals, addressing needs such as worry-free retirement planning, liquidity event navigation, and family wealth management strategies. Todd has been in the financial services industry since 1996 and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2006. He holds a bachelor's degree in business administration with a concentration in finance from the State University of New York at Albany. He earned the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) designation, is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), a Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. His expertise includes college education planning, legacy planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and ESG investing, as well as women and wealth. Outside of his professional activities, Todd is involved in the SUNY Albany Business Advisory Council. He enjoys spending time with his family, boating, football, music, skiing, swimming, and traveling.

Justin Spraker is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds a Series 66 credential and has 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at firms including Raymond James Financial Services and Ameriprise Financial Services. Outside of his advisory roles, he is the owner of GHA Executive Services LLC, which supports his financial practice. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, employer-sponsored, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients nationwide. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that combines affiliated and third-party model portfolios with various program structures.

Pierce Mahar III is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Latham, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2018 and previously at INVEST Financial Corporation. Mahar is also president of Education Funding Specialists, Inc., a role he has held since 2003. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by in-house and third-party research and technology-driven strategies.

Todd Mcdonald is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 31 years of experience. He has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company since 1995. Outside of his financial advisory work, he has been involved with Garden Gate Landscape L.T.D. since 1986. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, offering collaborative, annual planning engagements that focus on investment strategies without discretion over client assets.

Jeffrey Miller is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Freehold, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2012. Outside of his advisory work, he owns All-Trades Improvements, a remodel construction and woodworking business. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, delivering customized recommendation reports that incorporate tax-smart withdrawal strategies and Social Security options. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic tools to support its advisory process and offers a broad range of investment and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

John Rahe is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2022, following eight years at Bank of America, NA. Outside of his advisory role, Rahe owns and manages rental properties in Kingston, NY. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.