Rituraj Shandilya is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2023 and was previously with Morgan Stanley Private Bank from 2015 to 2023. 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. The firm’s process is driven by investment policy statements and modern portfolio theory, incorporating a diverse range of financial products including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Joseph Palone is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2014. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers.

Brian Patterson is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Colts Neck, NJ, holding the Series 66 designation and having 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, AXA Advisors, since 1998. Outside of his advisory role, Patterson is involved in coaching youth baseball and owns a property and casualty insurance business. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment models.

Kevin Pogroszewski is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in legacy planning, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, individual and corporate investment strategy, and tax minimization. He is dedicated to helping clients build, preserve, and confidently navigate their wealth to achieve their long-term goals. With experience as an Investment Advisory Specialist, Kevin has developed expertise in investment strategy, portfolio construction, and wealth management. He works closely with clients to create tailored investment strategies that align with their goals, risk tolerance, and objectives. His approach includes analyzing market trends, evaluating investment vehicles, and constructing diversified portfolios to help investors maintain discipline through changing market conditions. Kevin holds a Master of Business Administration and a degree in Finance from Rider University. He is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and communicates effectively in English and Polish. Outside of his professional work, Kevin is involved with Mercer United F.C. and enjoys golfing, ice hockey, music, skiing, soccer, spending time with his family, tennis, and traveling.

Jessica Palou is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. She has 17 years of industry experience, including previous roles at T. Rowe Price Investment Services and J.P. Morgan Securities. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service, which combines written recommendation reports with ongoing tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Robert Lavanco is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2010 and previously held roles at Wells Fargo Clearing, Citigroup Global Markets, and Citicorp Investment Services. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a New York State Court Officer. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced operational and research tools.

Mark Erikson is a financial advisor with Merrill in Bridgewater, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1992 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a fiduciary for a for-profit organization. Merrill, alongside its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Dominic Tobacco Jr. is a financial advisor with Cetera and holds a Series 63 designation. He has 32 years of industry experience, including prior roles at First Allied Advisory Services and First Allied Securities. He serves as a trustee for the River Plaza Youth Club, a nonprofit organization. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that works with individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services, providing access to both affiliated and third-party managers.

Zad Mahana is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works one-on-one with clients to define their financial goals and develop portfolio strategies designed to help achieve them. Mahana provides ongoing advice and adapts portfolios as clients' situations change. He has experience in custom managed strategies, private markets, and managing small business 401(k) and cash balance plans. His areas of focus include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, personal retirement planning, and portfolio management services. Mahana holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Mahana earned a Bachelor's Degree from George Washington University. He speaks English and Arabic. Outside of his professional work, his interests include boxing, chess, music, skiing, and soccer.

Rocco Fiato is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Bridgewater, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at Northeast Planning Corp for one year. He has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated and Bank of America, N.A. since 2017 and 2018 respectively. 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 model-based and discretionary strategies for a range of individual and institutional investors.

Kyle Dudek is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he assists clients in navigating complex financial challenges. He focuses on creating tailored strategies that align with each client's unique goals to help maximize their resources and achieve their envisioned future. With over five years of experience in the financial services industry, Kyle specializes in serving the mass affluent market. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations, and leverages his expertise in banking services and wealth planning to provide comprehensive, evolving financial guidance. Kyle earned a Bachelor's Degree in Financial Planning and Wealth Management with a minor in Economics from the University of Delaware. He is based in Skillman, NJ, and enjoys spending time with his family, staying active through various sports, traveling, and following New York sports teams.

Michael Garzone is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s approach combines quantitative and qualitative research supported by centralized due diligence and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Steven Parente is a financial advisor with Merrill in Bridgewater, NJ, holding a Series 66 license and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2007 and has additionally been with Bank of America, N.A. since 2019. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Karen Crovicz is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 38 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning that utilizes structured discovery and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Christopher Tarashuk is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior experience at Northwestern Mutual. Outside of financial advising, he owns Aquatic Ascent, a business that raises and sells exotic fish. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients by offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and a variety of asset-management programs. The firm’s approach involves client risk assessment and matching to advisory program models or discretionary managers, utilizing a mix of proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

David Hogan is a financial advisor with Merrill in Princeton, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1983. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Lleyton Soares is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held positions at Bentley University, Johnson and Johnson, and Amazon. Outside of his advisory role, he is the founder and CFO of the Metro Hockey League, where he manages budgeting, purchasing, and operations. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a systematic investment process combining fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Marissa Baldoni is a Wealth Management Advisor with the Kent Mollo Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Princeton. She joined Merrill in 2017, initially working as a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Edge before becoming part of the Kent Mollo Group in 2019. Marissa collaborates with her team to provide clients with personalized financial advice aimed at simplifying the complexities of wealth to help individuals and families achieve their financial goals. Marissa holds multiple professional designations, including the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ (AWMA™), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance with a minor in Spanish from The College of New Jersey. Marissa is proficient in English and Spanish. Outside of her professional work, Marissa enjoys golfing, downhill skiing, especially at Powder Mountain in Utah, horseback riding, and spending time with her family.

Thomas Morici is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He has been with Fidelity since 1998, progressing through various roles including Customer Service Representative, Financial Representative, Financial Planning Consultant, and Vice President, Account Executive before assuming his current position in 2013. Thomas specializes in partnering with clients to understand their financial goals, values, and risk tolerance, and develops customized financial plans tailored to individual needs. He emphasizes building strong relationships with clients and their families, focusing on trust, respect, and transparency. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional role, Thomas enjoys boating and golf.

Dominic Pinto is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 11 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill for 10 years before joining Charles Schwab in 2025. 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a range of multi-asset model portfolios backed by due diligence from its Center for Financial Research.