Lydia Shaw is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services and holds a Series 66 designation. She has two years of industry experience and previously worked at Deloitte, Groove, Teneo Holdings, and Credit Suisse. UBS Financial Services provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm uses proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor investment strategies and combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services.

Lindsey Chiarelli is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She began her career in the Financial Services industry in 2006 and has been with Merrill Lynch since 2015. Lindsey holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation and is also recognized as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She earned a bachelor's degree in Business from Indiana University's Kelly School of Business and an MBA in Finance from New York University's Stern School of Business. Lindsey's expertise includes college education planning, family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and ESG investing, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. Lindsey follows a disciplined process that begins with taking the time to understand each client and their family's financial situation and priorities. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys boating, cooking, spending time with her family, and traveling.

Jorge Dias is a Senior Financial Advisor and First Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Southbury, Connecticut. He has been with Merrill Lynch since 2003 and utilizes the Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Process to assist clients in identifying financial goals, formulating strategies, implementing appropriate solutions, and overseeing progress to guide them toward financial security. Jorge works closely with various clients including business owners, families, individuals, retirees, and seniors. Jorge holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Information Systems from Central Connecticut State University, earned in 2002. He is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is fluent in both Portuguese and English. In addition to his professional role, Jorge engages with seniors at a local retirement community, gaining insights into the retirement needs of this group. He is involved in professional and community organizations such as the Knights of Columbus - Middlebury, LIONS Club of Middlebury, and Southbury Heritage BNI. Outside of his financial advisory work, Jorge enjoys biking, dancing, gardening, genealogy, spending time with his family, traveling, watching movies, and practicing yoga. He embraces a personal philosophy of working collaboratively with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at achieving their long-term goals.

James Czajkowski is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Milford, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999 and previously worked with AXA Advisors, LLC from 1999 to 2020. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm uses a hybrid referral and implementation model and offers tailored advisory services based on client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

James Dorney is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with UBS since 2009. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and integrates proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment strategies.

Franz Warren is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, Warren is involved in youth soccer as a director and coach for the Danbury Youth Soccer Club and also works as a certified freelance soccer referee. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, utilizing quantitative asset-allocation modeling combined with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Joseph Juliano is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career with Merrill Lynch in 2008 while earning his Bachelor's Degree from Fairfield University's Charles F. Dolan School of Business. Joe holds several professional designations, including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He has been recognized by The Financial Times as a Top 401k Retirement Plan Adviser for four consecutive years, most recently in 2020. His expertise lies in developing customized wealth strategies for individuals and families and providing ongoing advice and education to retirement plan participants. Joe focuses on guidance through working years and assisting transitions to retirement using income replacement strategies, distribution options, and goals-based retirement planning. He is actively involved in his community, serving as a mentor for Fairfield University's Dolan School of Business Professional Development Series Program and on the board of The Cardinal Sheehan Center. Joseph currently resides in Trumbull, Connecticut with his wife.

Michael Bogardus is a CFP® professional with 13 years of industry experience, currently serving at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017. Prior to that, he worked at MetLife Securities Inc. for five years. He maintains an active role as an insurance agent specializing in various life and health insurance products. Bogardus also serves as Vice President of Harbor Oak Professional Services, LLC, a firm focused on shared operational infrastructure and expense management. Mass Mutual Investors Services 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 offers a range of programs including wrap accounts and educational seminars, emphasizing collaborative, annual financial planning engagements.

Loren Gough is a financial advisor with Fidelity who holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has 25 years of industry experience. He has worked with Strategic Advisers since 2002 and Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors since 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he is a classic car owner involved in vintage car and truck rentals. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and portfolio management. The firm employs a systematic investment approach combining proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Ian Smith is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at notable firms including Bank of America, Merrill, and TIAA-CREF. Ian is currently based in Fairfield, CT. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory services with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and offering a comprehensive, integrated wealth management platform.

William Prather III is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Stratford, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide written, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Peter Haupt is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 26 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2023, he worked at Securities America Advisors and National Planning Corporation. Outside of his advisory role, he is a part-time counselor with Hart United. 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 financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research and model portfolios from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Chad Cartier is a financial professional with 18 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Cetera Investment Advisers, LLC since 2017. Cartier also operates Cartier Wealth and has been involved with Pillar Plan Financial since 2010. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options and oversees more than $256 billion in assets across a network of over 10,000 advisors.

Thomas Ellis IV is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services and holds a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience and previously worked at Barnum Financial Group and Vitamin Shoppe. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a brand ambassador for Get Raw Nutrition, promoting sports supplement products. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers collaborative, goal-oriented planning engagements supported by firm-approved analytical tools.

Alberto Bernardez is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill Edge and Bank of America, each spanning seven years. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, utilizing quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence. The firm offers non-discretionary services through a select group of Wealth Advisors and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

Alex Gonzalez is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2021. Prior to this, Alex held the position of Financial Consultant at Equitable Advisors from 2020 to 2021. Alex focuses on collaborating with families to develop financial plans tailored to their needs and long-term goals, aiming to serve as a long-term resource for clients to prepare for their future. Alex's professional experience includes working with clients to build comprehensive financial strategies that address individual circumstances. Outside of his professional work, Alex has interests in cars, fishing, motorcycles, outdoor adventures, and parenthood.

Ashish Verma is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank and Wells Fargo Bank over the course of his career. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a team of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision-making authority.

Hailley Torres is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2024, she worked at Debtor Hub Inc and held roles at the University of Connecticut and other organizations. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment and financial planning services, including specialized planning for business-owner transitions, sports and entertainment, special needs, and divorce.

Bennett Sacks is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, and Axa Advisors, LLC. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, advisory services, and access to various investment and insurance products through a combined advisory and brokerage platform.

Dylan Roy is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Westport, CT, holding a Series 66 credential with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2026, he held positions at UBS and JJE Capital Holdings. Outside of his advisory roles, he was involved with the Scarsdale Golf Club from 2023 to 2025. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a variety of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools like Monte Carlo simulations to model financial outcomes.