Jairzinho Skair is a financial advisor at Merrill with 23 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS Financial Services and Morgan Stanley. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages a laundromat business. 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, offering both model-based and discretionary strategies for a range of individual and institutional clients.

Jon Garofalo is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2014, including time with Morgan Stanley Private Bank. His prior experience includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities, Chase Investment Services Corp., BNY Investment Center Inc., Banc of America Investment Services, and Quick & Reilly, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a rental property in Newport, Rhode Island. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning and portfolio management using structured processes and advanced modeling tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Anthony Maiuolo is a CFP® and ChFC® with 21 years of industry experience, currently serving at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017. He has prior experience with METLIFE Securities Inc. and MassMutual Life Insurance Company. Outside of advising, he is involved in tax preparation services as a member of SKG Tax LLC and consults on marketing and lead generation for other advisors through Taxter Marketing LLC. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm focuses on collaborative, annual planning engagements using firm-approved analytical tools and offers specialized programs including divorce planning, estate settlement, and employer-sponsored plans.

Mark Wagner is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the firm in 2013, bringing two years of personal banking experience focused on assisting clients with their financial needs and retirement planning. His expertise includes college education planning, employee financial health, socially responsible and values-based investing, ESG investing, and retirement income strategies. Mark holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Susquehanna University and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of work, he volunteers at the Ossining Food Pantry and engages in various recreational activities including biking, boating, football, golfing, ice hockey, music, skiing, and soccer.

Brenner Lecompte is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 15 years of industry experience, currently with Morgan Stanley since 2011 in various roles including Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. Prior to returning to Morgan Stanley, he worked at Clearbridge Investments and Legg Mason. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in faith-based speaking engagements and provides services to the Catholic Leadership Institute. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning and a wide range of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Arnaldo Zelada is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Citizens Bank from 2016 to 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he works as an Uber driver in Stamford, CT. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages roughly $671 billion in assets through more than 14,000 advisors and combines research and analytics with diversification principles to support its investment approach.

Sandra Kapfer is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 33 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo-affiliated firms since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients through a broad range of financial planning and investment services. The firm offers tailored recommendations using proprietary research and planning tools, with services that include cash-flow, retirement, education, risk, and wealth-transfer planning.

Claire Ross is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with two years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Edelman, Y&R PR (now Goodfuse Communications), Avon Breast Cancer Crusade, and Saks Fifth Avenue. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth households, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Craig Forbes is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America since 2000 and was with Pruco Securities, LLC. from 2000 to 2024. Forbes is also involved in a Prudential-sponsored non-variable insurance business. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, offering financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and model-driven investment implementation through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Charles Dear is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 43 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2011 and is the managing member of Riverside Financial Group, LLC. He serves as a board member for GreenStage Guilford, an organization focused on arts and performing arts. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals, employing a range of strategies from proprietary models to third-party manager referrals.

Peter Luppino is a financial advisor at Merrill with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 1995 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. 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 developed by internal teams and third-party managers for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Christopher Ellis is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Westport, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. His career includes positions at City National Bank and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves individual, institutional, and corporate clients with a range of advisory programs offering portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm customizes investment strategies based on client risk profiles using both in-house and third-party managers and provides access to alternative investments and integrated financial solutions.

Eric Westerdale is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2020, he worked at The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities LLC, and he also has a long tenure with Brooks Brothers. He is based in Greenwich, Connecticut. Raymond James & Associates is a dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, institutional clients, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and consulting with a variety of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Bo Zhang is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Stamford, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he has worked as an independent contractor for Uber. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Carissa Marz is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works alongside her team to provide personalized financial strategies tailored to meet the goals and aspirations of their clients. Carissa’s approach emphasizes thorough attention to detail and professional handling of all aspects of the client relationship. She collaborates with her team to leverage Merrill Lynch's resources in delivering comprehensive wealth management services, including college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, retirement income, and tax minimization. Carissa resides in Washington, DC with her husband Ronald Charles Senegal and their children. Together, they enjoy traveling and exploring new experiences.

Alex West is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2024. Prior to this role, Alex served as an Investments Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2024. Alex also has experience as a Private Client Advisor and Private Client Banker at J.P. Morgan Securities, LLC between 2016 and 2022. With 10 years in the financial services industry, Alex collaborates closely with individuals and families to understand their circumstances, values, and aspirations. This approach aids clients in navigating complex financial decisions and developing plans aligned with their priorities. Alex's personal interests include comedy, fitness, football, social events with friends, pets, and traveling.

Lora Robertson is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She transitioned into wealth management after a career spanning more than two decades covering institutional clients, most notably as a Partner at Goldman Sachs where she oversaw the Global Foreign Exchange Sales business. Lora holds a Bachelor's Degree from Princeton University, where she also captained the Cross Country and Track teams. She maintains involvement with her alma mater as Co-President of Friends of Princeton Track. She is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and holds FINRA Series 7 and 66 registrations. Her client focus areas include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, philanthropic planning, women and wealth, sports and entertainment, and tax minimization. Beyond her professional work, Lora serves on the Student Sponsor Partners Board and enjoys reading, running, and traveling.

Christopher Capalbo is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he partners with clients and their families to develop personalized financial plans aimed at strengthening and securing their financial futures. He utilizes Fidelity's process to create, implement, and monitor strategies tailored to each client's needs, helping them build confidence and security in their financial wellbeing. Prior to joining Fidelity in 2023, Christopher held the role of Registered Representative at LPL Financial, LLC from 2019 to 2023. His experience also includes analyst positions at Arcim Advisors and Alphastrat in 2019, as well as Lanx Advisors from 2017 to 2019. Earlier in his career, he worked in business development at Goldfinch Capital Advisors, LLC from 2012 to 2016 and served as Vice President at Titan Advisors, LLC from 2003 to 2011. Outside of his professional work, Christopher's personal interests include football, gardening, and golf.

Michael Sander is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Tarrytown, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He previously worked at National Planning Corporation for 13 years and has been associated with The Creative Planners Group, Ltd. for over two decades. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with The Creative Planners Group, a tax preparation and accounting business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers various financial planning and portfolio management services, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies supported by advanced operational tools.

Cooper Milledge is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following seven years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory solutions. The firm’s IPS-driven process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader range of financial products than typical large institutional advisers, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.