Christopher Gibardi is a financial advisor with LPL Financial holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at CUNA Brokerage Services, CUNA Mutual Group, Bank of America, Merrill, and Santander Bank. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting supported by research and technology-driven strategies.

Carmine De San is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2015, following five years at Axa Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a Rangemaster for Cub Scouts BB Guns and Archery with the Boy Scouts of America Patriots Path Council. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment models.

Timothy Brennan is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2018, he worked at Jefferies LLC from 2015 to 2018. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, with a financial planning process that includes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides tailored financial planning and investment advisory services.

Jeff Rainess is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments since 2026. He has previously worked as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2024 to 2026 and served as a Registered Financial Advisor at Park Avenue Securities from 2018 to 2024. Jeff focuses on empowering clients to achieve financial security by building trusted partnerships and simplifying complex financial planning, utilizing Fidelity's resources. His approach integrates his background as both a coach and an advisor, emphasizing that long-term financial success requires discipline and collaboration. Jeff's planning process is designed to provide clients with guidance at every step. He has lived in Monmouth County for over 25 years and has been married for more than 20 years, with three children. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Jeff engages in family activities and enjoys fishing, fitness, football, golf, and spending time with his pets.

Jessica Haddad is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2013. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and models.

Michael Mc Cormick is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2017, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. Prior to his advisory career, he worked at Rutgers University. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with comprehensive financial planning and investment services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers a variety of advisory programs supported by advanced planning tools and a structured discovery process.

Joseph Lupo is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services who holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has 24 years of industry experience. He worked at Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC for 15 years before joining UBS in 2017. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory services, leveraging proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor plans based on clients' goals and risk tolerances. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and also provides custody, underwriting, and capital markets services.

Maureen Butler is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 16 years of industry experience. She previously worked at LPL Financial and R.M. Stark & Co., Inc. Maureen holds the Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

William Bertscha is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 33 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at LSEG, ICE, Oppenheimer & Co, Northwestern Mutual, Tullett Prebon Financial Services, and Tradition Securities and Derivatives. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base ranging from individuals and high-net-worth clients to retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, consulting, and access to model wealth portfolios and third-party asset management, combining advisory services with brokerage and insurance products on an integrated platform.

Michael Gould is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Edison, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate firms since 2005. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Heriberto Torres Jimenez is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Barclays, Villanova University, Rowan University, and service in the United States Air Force. 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 approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Antonio Alessandra is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley in various capacities since 2012. Alessandra is based in Red Bank, New Jersey. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers a variety of retail and institutional investment services.

Nina Zelaya is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Iselin, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 11 years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a broker‑dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services including retirement, education, and specialized planning areas, using Wells Fargo’s research and tools to develop tailored recommendations.

Tara Bitterly is a Series 66-credentialed advisor with Morgan Stanley, based in Red Bank, NJ, where she has worked since 2015, including nine years with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. She has nine years of industry experience. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and strategies developed by its Global Investment Committee.

Jane Vamos is a financial advisor at Merrill with 36 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Her career includes two separate tenures at Merrill totaling 19 years, as well as roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jacob Forman is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he focuses on holistic financial planning for individuals and families. He works collaboratively with clients to create personalized strategies that address their unique financial goals and needs. Jacob has been with Fidelity Investments since 2018 and has held various roles including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Planning Consultant, and now Financial Consultant since 2022. Prior to joining Fidelity, he served as a Financial Advisor at North Star Resource Group from 2015 to 2017. He holds the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation and stays informed on industry trends to provide guidance tailored to his clients' requirements.

Kannan Jayaram is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 42 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, Axa Advisors, since 1999. Outside of his advisory role, he works as a ski and snowboard instructor at Vail Ski and Snowboard School in Colorado. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individual, institutional, and nonprofit clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs and works with third-party asset managers to deliver customized investment solutions.

Christian Dammann is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 25 years of experience in the financial industry. He began his career in 1997 as a trader on the New York Stock Exchange before transitioning to financial advising in 2007. Christian holds multiple FINRA registrations, including Series 7, 24, 25, 31, and 67, as well as Life and Health insurance licenses. He is also designated as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Christian focuses on areas such as college education planning, family wealth management strategies, portfolio management services, and retirement income. He emphasizes building trusted relationships with clients, helping them plan for life’s changes and challenges through personalized and attentive financial advice. Christian is committed to guiding clients by advising them on making informed decisions rather than simply providing information. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management in 1997 from Southern Connecticut State University, where he was a four-year starter and team captain on the football team. Christian engages in community service, having served as president of the Red Bank Kiwanis Chapter from 2013 to 2014, contributing to fundraising efforts for local children's organizations. His personal interests include biking, fishing, football, golfing, reading, surfing, and spending time with his family.

Alejandro Sanchez Ordonez is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America, Merrill, Capital One Bank, National Geographic, and CUNY The City College of New York. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as the 2nd Vice-President on the board of the Alumni Association of the City College of New York and is the founder and managing member of Brooklyn Wear Company, a clothing retailer. 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. The firm offers both model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Cultrera is a CFP® professional with 13 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2022. His prior roles include positions at Woodbury Financial Services, Ridgewood Savings Bank, Infinex Investments, and National Securities Corp. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing model portfolios and research from internal and third-party sources.