Sarah Trek is a financial advisor with Merrill in Providence, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and with 18 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2009 and has also been associated with Bank of America since 2006. Outside of her advisory role, she is employed by Instacart in a food shopping and delivery position. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tasha Reeves is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and four years of industry experience. She previously worked at Old Dominion Freight for eight years before joining Fidelity. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also serves multiple registered investment companies and delivers model portfolios using systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation benchmarks.

Taylor Cann is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 11 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2021, he worked at Waddell & Reed and various insurance agencies. Outside of advising, Cann is involved in multiple small business ventures where he primarily serves as a bookkeeper and office manager. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management solutions, utilizing both proprietary and third-party resources across discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Raymond Arruda Jr. is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Johnston, RI, and has 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a part-time disc jockey business called The Music Shop. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

John Carrigan is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held positions at the LEGO Group, High Output, and Emerson College. Outside of finance, he engages in freelance post-production editing and co-hosts a film podcast focusing on movies and psychological topics. Fidelity, through Strategic Advisers LLC, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its role in managing registered investment companies and for integrating AI-driven methods in its investment processes.

Myuran Ratnaseelan is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 8 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. His work history includes roles at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC since 2017 and Veritude Fidelity Investments from 2016 to 2017. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, managing model portfolios drawn from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Manlio DiRocco is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he partners with clients to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their preferences and priorities. His objective is to ensure clients feel supported, confident, and comfortable with their financial plans. Manlio has progressed through a series of roles at Fidelity Investments, beginning as a Customer Relationship Advocate in 2021. He then held successive positions as Investment Solutions Representative I, II, and III from 2022 to 2025 before becoming a Financial Consultant in 2025. This experience reflects a consistent focus on investment solutions and client relations, contributing to his expertise in the field. He holds insurance licenses for Arkansas and California. Outside of his professional life, Manlio engages in activities such as family activities, fishing, fitness, hiking, motorcycles, and traveling.

Rebecca Abbatamarco Boisclair is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved as a client service specialist at Lifebridge Inc., assisting with business paperwork, financial plans, and client account maintenance. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored to individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset thresholds. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written recommendations, working alongside advisors like Boisclair to support clients’ retirement income strategies.

Reid Delanois is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at DePuy Synthes and Aloha Tournaments, as well as academic positions at Bucknell University and Loyola Blakefield. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative and algorithmic methods, and it serves as an adviser to multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Emilo Espinoza Argueta is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles with Bloomberg L.P. in global finance and SAP solutions, as well as involvement with the Hamptons International Film Festival. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to a range of clients, including retail and institutional investors. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Sue Anne Walsh is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and four years of industry experience. She previously worked at Gladstone Wealth Partners and Edelman Financial Engines before joining Merrill. 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 model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Erik Johnson is a CFP® with eight years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He has worked with firms including Pioneer Financial Group and Securian Financial Services Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of the Boys and Girls Club of New Bedford and is an elected board member of the Town of Dartmouth Council on Aging. Johnson also creates children's music and operates a tax entity for personal purposes. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients across the United States. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party money managers.

Derek Botelho is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Providence, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2013, as well as having a brief tenure at GL Investment Services, LLC in 2013. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutions, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides both direct and employer-sponsored financial planning services.

Brendan Mccarthy is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill Lynch since 2003, providing financial advice and guidance to affluent families and individuals. Brendan's expertise includes retirement planning, executive compensation, education funding, wealth transfer, and wealth preservation. He is part of the De Marco-Mccarthy-Florio Group, which has been recognized by Forbes as the #1 Wealth Management Team in Rhode Island for multiple years. Brendan holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) certification and a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration specializing in Finance and Economics from Suffolk University. His professional approach emphasizes goals-based wealth management, tax-efficient strategies, and family wealth education to assist clients in achieving financial well-being and legacy objectives. Residing in Medfield, Massachusetts, Brendan is active in his community, serving on the Finance Committee of Ronald McDonald House in Providence. He is also involved in youth sports coaching and enjoys fishing, skiing, and spending time with his family in Harwich Port, Massachusetts, and Ludlow, Vermont.

Mark Cruise is a ChFC® with 41 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2005. Prior to that, he was with Mass Mutual Investors Services from 1999 to 2005. He also engages in fixed life, long-term care, and disability insurance sales and has participated as a speaker at seminars. 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 variety of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Gary Garofalo is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Cranston, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked with PFS Investments Inc, Viti Mercedes-Benz, and Primerica Financial Services since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in the sale of home security and automation products through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients through its Lifetime Investment Program, which features model-delivery strategies and separately managed accounts under a wrap-fee structure. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses BNY Mellon Advisors for model implementation and trading.

Matthew Capozzi is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at firms including New York Life and Fidelity Investments. Outside the financial sector, he has experience in retail and food service roles and has been affiliated with educational institutions in Rhode Island. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized retirement income service that provides tailored planning advice through a collaborative process involving a centralized team and the client’s advisor, focusing on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Kevin Dowling is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 29 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2021, with prior roles at Citizens Bank and Citizens Securities, Inc., and Cco Investment Services Corp. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm uses a process that combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, managing model portfolios from a broad investment universe.

Michael Porco is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients across Rhode Island and New England. In his role, he focuses on building strong client relationships and delivering personalized advice tailored to each individual's financial goals and life stage. His expertise areas include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, and personal retirement planning. With more than 27 years of experience in wealth management, Michael employs comprehensive planning techniques that encompass wills and trusts, insurance, retirement, taxes, and investments. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Clark University. Outside of his professional duties, Michael is involved with the Rhode Island Audubon Society and enjoys boating, bowling, cooking, fishing, and spending time with his family.

John Cahill is an Investment Consultant currently working with Fidelity Investments since 2023. He partners with clients to create customized financial plans tailored to their unique needs, aiming to bring confidence to their financial futures. John's professional experience includes roles as a Financial Advisor at Capitol Securities Management from 2022 to 2023 and as a Financial Professional at Equitable Advisors from 2020 to 2022. Throughout his career, he has focused on understanding clients' short, intermediate, and long-term goals to provide a beneficial experience throughout their financial journeys. Outside of his professional work, John enjoys cooking and baking, fitness activities, exploring food, social events with friends, golf, and snowboarding.