Alexandra Stimpson is a financial advisor at Sapient Capital LLC with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Morgan Stanley & Co LLC, Corient Capital Partners, LLC, and Jump Investors. Sapient Capital provides wealth management, financial planning, family office services, and sub-advisory support to individuals, high-net-worth families, trusts, foundations, and pooled investment vehicles. The firm employs a long-term investment approach combining fundamental and technical analysis to build diversified portfolios and serves as an adviser and sponsor to private funds, as well as a sub-advisor to registered ETFs.

Stephen Dean III is a CFA® charterholder with five years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Compound Planning, Inc. and previously worked at Alternativ Wealth, Claraphi Advisory Network LLC, and AXA Rosenberg Investment Management. Outside of his advisory work, he provides informal product strategy advice to two pre-revenue, non-investment-related startups. Compound Planning serves individuals, families, businesses, retirement plans, and financial intermediaries with discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and institutional advisory services, employing risk-based model allocations combined with both long-term and tactical investment strategies.

Christopher Perrine is a CFP® with 13 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Beacon Trust in Morristown, NJ. He has been with Beacon Investment Advisory Services, Inc. since 2015 and also maintains a role at Acertus Capital Management, LLC. Beacon Trust provides financial planning, tax preparation, and discretionary portfolio management to individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and certain business entities. The firm employs a risk-first investment approach across a diversified range of strategies and offers integrated trust and banking services through its affiliations.

Paul Criscitiello is a financial advisor at Savvy in New York, NY, holding a Series 65 designation. He has worked in the financial industry since 2019, with prior roles at Trillium Trading and Brown Brothers Harriman. Savvy provides customized discretionary and non-discretionary investment and wealth management services to a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, trusts, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm combines an index-based core with tailored strategies such as direct indexing with tax-loss harvesting, active and passive stock portfolios, and ESG-focused models, supported by proprietary technology and third-party platforms.

Matthew Schaeffer is a financial advisor at Zacks Investment Management, Inc. with 23 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at both LBMZ Securities, Inc. and Zacks Investment Management since 2006. Outside of finance, Schaeffer owns and manages Schaeffer Studios, a photography business. Zacks Investment Management provides discretionary investment management to individuals, trusts, retirement plans, and institutional clients, including portfolio management for mutual funds and ETFs. The firm employs a combination of proprietary quantitative models and qualitative portfolio management across various strategies and offers services through wrap-fee and unified managed account programs.

Prashant Mody is a financial advisor at A.G.P. / Alliance Global Partners in New York, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 26 years of industry experience. He was previously with Aegis Capital Corp. for 10 years before joining his current firm in 2021. A.G.P. / Alliance Global Partners is a multi-team SEC-registered investment adviser and FINRA-member broker-dealer with approximately 131 advisors managing around $2.95 billion for over 7,000 clients. The firm offers a range of services including portfolio management, financial planning, retirement-plan advisory, and brokerage products, operating an open-architecture investment model that combines internally managed strategies with co- and sub-advisory relationships.

Thomas Haire Jr. is a financial advisor at AlphaCore Capital LLC with 19 years of industry experience. He previously worked for 34 years at Brave Asset Management, Inc. AlphaCore Capital LLC is an independent wealth advisory firm serving individual, high-net-worth, entity, and institutional clients. The firm offers wealth planning and investment management, emphasizing alternative investing alongside traditional strategies, and provides services including tax preparation, trustee services, and retirement plan advisory.

Michael Holt is a CFP® with 22 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Beacon Trust since 2015. He is based in Morristown, NJ. Beacon Trust provides financial planning, tax preparation, and discretionary portfolio management to individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and certain business entities. The firm manages approximately $4.3 billion in regulatory assets and uses an open-architecture investment platform with a risk-first framework, incorporating tax-aware management and customized portfolio options.

Mark Swingle is a CFP® with 30 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors since 2024. His prior roles include positions at Prospect Capital Services, Inc., Kestra Financial Services, Inc., and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company. Swingle serves on the board of directors for the Westfield Area YMCA, where he chairs both the Property and Investment Committees. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with 264 advisors managing approximately $23.9 billion in client assets across 66 offices. The firm offers coordinated wealth-management services and utilizes a long-term, diversified investment approach supported by an internal Investment Management team and customized portfolio options.

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.

Yu Li is a financial advisor at IP Financial Advisory Services LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at several firms, including B. Riley Wealth Advisors and Great Hill Advisory. Li is also a senior accountant at Taxmaster Financial Services Corp. LLC, where he is involved in tax planning, preparation, and consulting. IP Financial Advisory Services primarily serves individual retail clients, focusing on those who are not high-net-worth individuals. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, managed account programs, and retirement-plan consulting, often using discretionary authority and a range of analytical approaches to construct and monitor customized portfolios.

Mark Spooner is a financial advisor at Simplicity Wealth with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation as well as Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His prior work includes roles at The Leaders Group Inc, Investacorp Inc, Securities America, Inc., and Highland Capital Brokerage. Simplicity Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, corporate and institutional investors, and other financial firms. The firm uses a fund-of-funds investment approach with ETFs, mutual funds, and individual securities, providing model portfolios that are actively monitored and rebalanced, along with advisory and technology services for other advisers.

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 at Fortis Capital Advisors, LLC with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms including Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, Mass Mutual Investors Services, and Metlife Securities. Moldavsky has also been associated with multiple Fortis-affiliated entities throughout his career. Fortis Capital Advisors serves individuals, families, businesses, retirement plans, institutional clients, and other advisers with portfolio management, financial planning, retirement-plan consulting, and educational workshops. The firm offers customized advice through various investment strategies, including ESG options, and manages discretionary portfolios totaling $1.615 billion in assets as of the end of 2025.

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 two years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at The Leaders Group Inc. and Simplicity Group. His background also includes roles in public health and medicine, as well as work with UNICEF. Simplicity Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, corporate and institutional clients, and other financial firms. The firm employs a fund-of-funds investment approach using ETFs, mutual funds, and individual securities, combining advisory services with technology and operational support for other advisers through a turnkey asset management platform.

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.