Matthew Carbone is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliated firms since 2013 and is also a partner and CPA at Integrated Financial Services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, utilizing a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary program options.

Brian Wong is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Iselin, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and totaling 20 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cetera and Foresters Financial Services. He is also commissioned as a notary public in New Jersey. 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 advisory programs and financial planning services with discretionary and non-discretionary management options, supported by research and multiple portfolio strategies.

Emily Brown is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2015. Based in Lebanon, NJ, her career has been focused within the Ameriprise organization. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written recommendation reports, emphasizing both advisory and brokerage solutions through its large institutional platform.

Carol Tomensky is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 16 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 1995 to 2016 before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she acts as a power of attorney for her sister as needed. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. Their IPS-driven approach incorporates a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs, tailored to plan objectives and risk tolerances.

Michelle Denisco is a CFP® professional with 28 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is currently with LPL Financial and has previously worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, and Metlife Securities Inc. Denisco is also involved in real estate referral services through Prodigy Real Estate. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, 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, and integrates model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Hugo Bartell is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, Axa Advisors, since 2001. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individual, high-net-worth, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs, working extensively through program sponsors and endorsed technology-enabled managed platforms.

Jason Wacaster is a CFP® professional with 14 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2011. He holds a Series 66 license. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm that serves over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of investment strategies and affiliated products supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,700 advisors.

Christopher Venuto is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Holmdel, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2014 and was affiliated with Private Portfolio Partners LLC from 2016 to 2025. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios, research from multiple sources, and various technology-driven investment strategies.

Eddie Jimenez is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 17 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been associated with various Fidelity entities since 2008. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund and registered investment companies. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios and delivers model portfolios through intermediary platforms.

Africa Becerra is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2022 and previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. for 14 years. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies across various client types including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm is integrated into Bank of America’s broader corporate platform, providing access to a wide array of investment products and services.

Chi Hong Chu is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cambridge in 2022, he worked at American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. for six years. Outside of advising, Chu serves as president and owner of several business entities and is the author of "The Retirement Pitfall." Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals, providing a range of portfolio management options and proprietary as well as third-party strategies.

Joseph Segreto is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and six years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ameriprise and David Lerner Associates and has held various roles including positions at Auburn University and in marketing. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, managing approximately $671 billion in assets across a network of more than 14,000 financial advisors. The firm offers both brokerage and advisory solutions and leverages research from its investment institute alongside third-party analytics to inform investment decisions.

Jason Genovese is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and JPMorgan Securities LLC. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, access to model wealth portfolios, third-party asset management arrangements, and a range of brokerage and insurance products via an integrated platform.

Gary Tantleff is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services who holds a Series 63 designation and has 36 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2008. 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 provides research-driven, tailored investment solutions.

Robert Maher is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has held positions at Merrill Lynch, Bank of America, and Charles Schwab since 2020. Prior to his advisory career, he worked in logistics and painting, and he was also employed at The Pennsylvania State University. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance via multi-asset model portfolios and maintains a large, integrated operational structure supporting its extensive client base.

Jack Destefano is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his financial services career on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, working with Raymond C. Forbes, and joined Merrill in 2011. During his tenure, Jack has been recognized for his abilities and also served as a mentor and instructor for the firm's training program for over four years. Jack focuses on a goals-based wealth planning approach that centers each client’s individual situations and ambitions. He works closely with clients to articulate their wealth's purpose and define successful outcomes across professional, financial, and personal dimensions. Together with his team, he develops customized investment strategies tailored to clients' specific needs, helping them navigate changing market environments with clear and straightforward explanations. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental and Business Economics from Rutgers University and maintains certifications including the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC), and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®). Jack lives in Colts Neck, New Jersey with his wife, Eva, and their two children. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing, traveling, and recently earned his scuba diver certification.

Craig Sjonell is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 32 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2020, he worked at Sagepoint Financial, Inc. for 11 years. He is also a notary public in New Jersey and has involvement in a business entity used for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research from LPL and third-party subadvisors.

Paul Costello is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is the sole owner of PLC Consulting LLC, which focuses on investment-related activities. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that offers investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services using proprietary research and tools, allowing clients to receive tailored recommendations with flexible implementation options.

Jelani Ptah is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 designation and over 37 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Cetera since 2005 and also serves as president of Finesse Financial Services, Inc., an accounting, tax preparation, and investment practice. Additionally, he is a licensed real estate broker representing buyers and sellers through Jelani Ptah E&J Realty Group. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a large nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers various portfolio management and consulting services through multiple program platforms and a range of investment strategies.

Joseph Scorsone is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management who works with executives, business owners, and families to help them make informed decisions about their finances. His approach is planning-driven, starting with clients' priorities and building investment strategies that align with their goals, timelines, and risk tolerance. Joseph focuses on areas such as retirement planning, tax-efficient investing, estate and legacy goals, and managing concentrated stock positions. He began his career in 2007 and joined Merrill in 2014. Joseph holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation, the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credentials, and has Series 7 and 66 FINRA registrations. He completed an Accredited Certificate Program from the College for Financial Planning and is fluent in both English and Italian. Joseph resides in Roseland, New Jersey, with his wife, Eleonora, and their three daughters. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys music, traveling, and cooking.