Mark Swingle is a CFP® with 30 years of industry experience, currently serving at Merit Financial Advisors since 2024. His prior roles include positions at Prospect Capital Services, Kestra Financial Services, and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company. He is a board member of the Westfield Area YMCA, where he also chairs the Property and Investment Committees. Merit Financial Group is a multi-team SEC-registered advisory firm that serves individual investors, retirement plans, ESOPs, and other institutional clients. The firm employs a long-term, diversified asset allocation strategy managed through a combination of internal investment teams and third-party managers, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

Salvatore Picciallo is a financial advisor with Strategic Blueprint, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and LPL Financial, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates a fixed insurance business focused on fixed annuities and insurance products. Strategic Blueprint, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm offers customized, goal-based strategies across a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, including a formal Subscription Advisory Services program and client education initiatives.

Mark Spooner is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 25 years of industry experience. He currently works at Simplicity Wealth and has previously held roles at firms including The Leaders Group Inc, Investacorp Inc, and Securities America, Inc. He is also involved with the Simplicity Group as a Senior Planning Specialist focusing on life insurance support. Simplicity Wealth serves a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, corporate and institutional clients, and financial firms. The firm utilizes a fund-of-funds approach with ETFs, mutual funds, and individual securities, providing a range of advisory and managed account services combined with technology and operational support for other advisors.

David Cottam is a financial advisor with Cary Street Partners in Morristown, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at National Wealth Management, LLC and Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of advisory work, he is the managing member of Equator Holdings, LLC, an investment holdings company focused on debt collection activities. Cary Street Partners provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, trusts, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm utilizes a broad investment menu and proprietary strategies, serving specialized institutional niches such as state and municipal government entities and insurance companies.

Joseph Amato is a financial advisor with Alexander Capital Wealth Management LLC in Staten Island, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Alexander Capital and its affiliated entities since 2012 and previously worked at Gunnallen Financial, Inc. and Network 1 Financial Securities, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in various holding companies and partnerships unrelated to investment advisory services. Alexander Capital Wealth Management LLC serves individual and high-net-worth clients as well as certain institutional clients, offering investment advisory and capital markets/M&A advisory services. The firm employs a combination of proprietary technical analysis and fundamental review to implement discretionary management strategies through multiple advisory teams and third-party platforms.

Roman Moldavsky is a financial advisor with Fortis Capital Advisors, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, Mass Mutual Investors Services, MassMutual Life Insurance Company, and Metlife Securities. Moldavsky has been associated with various Fortis entities since 2016. Fortis Capital Advisors is a multi-team SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, families, businesses, retirement plans, institutional clients, and other advisers. The firm offers customized, primarily discretionary portfolio management and financial planning, employing a range of passive, active, tactical, and ESG-aware strategies alongside third-party sub-advisors and specialist approaches.

Yun Ze Feng is a CFP® professional with 22 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Santander Securities LLC. Prior to joining Santander in 2022, he worked at Key Investment Services and MUFG Union Bank. Feng is also the Chief Operating Officer and co-owner of Finwise Tech, LLC, a firm focused on developing a digital platform to streamline referrals. Santander Securities LLC serves a broad retail client base, offering investment advisory services, portfolio management through wrap-fee programs, and access to various financial products. The firm delivers investment management primarily through the FMAX wrap-fee platform, leveraging third-party discretionary managers and maintaining an affiliated banking relationship.

I came to the U.S. from the Dominican Republic when I was 11 years old. As an immigrant, I had to learn two languages: English, and money. I did not learn personal finance concepts at home or in school, so I can relate to professionals who are advancing in their careers as they plan for their futures, yet feel a certain inadequacy around money. Seeing my parents' journey to create a better life for us inspired me to do better, not only for myself, but for others looking to build a better financial future for themselves. I personally observed how much harder it can be for women. My mother had to do very physical jobs her whole life, while also raising 6 kids (me, my brother, and four sisters) and taking care of elderly parents. She also outlived my dad, which further compounded the need for her financial security. I became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional in order to help other First Gen wealth creators like myself pursue their goals. I do my best to keep it simple, so no fancy jargon or investment terms. It’s all about your vision of success and how I can help you on your way to building a better financial future. I look forward to meeting you and learning more about your goals and aspirations. Luis Rosa is an investment advisor representative registered with Savvy Advisors, Inc. (“Savvy”). All investment advisory services offered by Luis Rosa are offered through Savvy. Build a Better Financial Future LLC is an independent marketing brand name used by Luis Rosa for advertising and marketing purposes only. Build a Better Financial Future LLC and Savvy are not related or affiliated. For more information about Savvy, please visit our website. All advisory services are offered through Savvy Advisors, Inc. (“Savvy Advisors”), an investment advisor registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Savvy Wealth Inc. (“Savvy Wealth”) is a technology company and the parent company of Savvy Advisors. Savvy Wealth and Savvy Advisors are often collectively referred to as “Savvy”.

Jason Brougham is a financial advisor at Summit Financial, LLC in Morristown, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation with five years of industry experience. He has worked at Summit Financial and APW Capital, Inc., among other firms, since 2019. Summit Financial, LLC is a multi-team advisory firm with over $26 billion in assets under management, serving approximately 17,800 clients. The firm offers a range of investment advisory and portfolio management programs, combining both discretionary and consultative services tailored to client needs.

Dawn Avallone is a financial advisor at Beacon Trust with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at the Law Offices of Jane F. Wolk LLC from 2014 to 2018. Beacon Trust provides financial planning, discretionary portfolio management, retirement-plan advisory, and trustee services to individuals, trusts, pension, and charitable entities. The firm manages over $4 billion in discretionary assets and utilizes an open-architecture platform combining in-house strategies, factor-based models, separately managed accounts, and monitored independent managers.

Anthony Rossi is a financial advisor at Simplicity Wealth with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at The Leaders Group Inc and in various roles outside finance, including positions at NYU College of Dentistry, Mount Sinai’s Ichan School of Medicine, and UNICEF. Rossi is also involved with Simplicity Group as a Senior IR Analyst and IT support. Simplicity Wealth serves a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, corporate and institutional clients, as well as other financial firms. The firm employs a fund-of-funds investment approach using ETFs, mutual funds, and individual securities, and offers discretionary portfolio management alongside technology and operational services for advisers.

Nolan Cooney is a financial advisor at Perigon Wealth Management, LLC in New York, NY, holding a Series 65 designation. He joined the firm in 2025 and has prior experience with several NFL teams and at Syracuse University. Perigon Wealth Management provides customized investment advisory and wealth management services to a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, estates, businesses, charitable organizations, and banking or thrift institutions. The firm employs a flexible investment approach, often using sub-advisors or turnkey asset management programs, and maintains formal account reviews with ongoing oversight.

Dastin Mudijana is a financial advisor with Arete Wealth Advisors, LLC in New York, NY. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Arete Wealth Management LLC, Creed Equities, Grow Investment, Ayers Asia Asset Management, and Victoria Manajemen Investments. Outside of advisory work, he is a paid plasma donor at Biolife Plasma Services. Arete Wealth Advisors provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm primarily manages assets on a discretionary basis using both advisor-driven and proprietary model allocations, and it incorporates third-party sub-advisers and due diligence in its investment process.

Michael Sherman is a financial advisor with Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and has 27 years of industry experience. Sherman has been with Mutual of Omaha since 2010 and has a long tenure with Pathmark dating back to 1985. He serves as a voluntary board member for his condominium association, participating in governance and policy review. Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory services to individuals, corporations, and qualified retirement plans, offering financial planning, managed account programs, and retirement plan consulting through platform relationships with Envestnet and Pershing.

Yaroslav Faybishenko is a financial advisor at Gilder Gagnon Howe & Co. LLC with 20 years of industry experience. He has been with the firm since 2005 and holds a Series 63 designation. Outside of his advisory role, Faybishenko serves as a trustee on the Board of Trustees, Investment Committee, and Academic Affairs Committee at the Jewish Theological Seminary of America, a nonprofit academic and spiritual center in New York City. Gilder Gagnon Howe & Co. LLC provides discretionary portfolio management to individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, and estates. The firm employs an active, growth-oriented trading strategy focused primarily on stocks and combines fundamental and technical research across separately managed accounts.

Timothy Scherwa is a financial advisor at Capitol Securities Management, Inc. with 30 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Morgan Stanley. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as president of a local homeowner's association and is a board member of the Rockaway Township Zoning Board of Adjusters. Capitol Securities Management serves individual investors, institutional and corporate clients, retirement plans, trusts, and small businesses by offering portfolio management, comprehensive financial planning, and consulting services. The firm operates as both a broker-dealer and registered investment adviser, delivering investment advice through various managed programs and separately managed accounts.

Michael Caterina is a financial advisor at Zacks Investment Management, Inc. with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and UBS Financial Services. Zacks Investment Management provides discretionary portfolio management to a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, and institutional investors. The firm employs a proprietary investment process that combines quantitative and qualitative analysis across multiple strategies and operates both as a direct manager and a provider of indices, model portfolios, and alternative funds.

Marcel Hillary Smith is a financial advisor with Santander Securities LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Santander Securities since 2013 and is also associated with Santander Bank, NA since 2012. Santander Securities LLC serves a broad retail client base with approximately $3.14 billion in assets under management, offering investment advisory services, portfolio management through wrap-fee programs, and goal-based financial planning. The firm provides access to various investment strategies and maintains affiliated banking relationships integrated with its advisory services.

Christopher Marrone is a CFP® with eight years of industry experience and currently works with Forefront Wealth Partners in New York, NY. His prior roles include positions at New York Life and Origin Financial, and he also owns Marrone Wealth Management. Forefront Wealth Partners is a team-based SEC-registered adviser serving individual clients, business owners, and corporate clients with discretionary investment management, comprehensive financial planning, and estate-planning coordination. The firm constructs customized portfolios using client-specific policies and third-party managers, while offering services that include business planning, tax and estate coordination, and special-needs planning.

Kevin Ocana is an investment advisor representative at Siebert AdvisorNXT, LLC with 10 years of industry experience. He has worked previously at Merrill, Morgan Stanley, UBS Financial Services, and Muriel Siebert & Co., LLC. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Siebert AdvisorNXT serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, and business entities through investment supervisory services and managed programs. The firm combines a web-based platform using Modern Portfolio Theory with access to third-party and independent managers, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management within a wrap-fee structure.