Michael Hughes is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Woodbridge, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2004, including its predecessor, Axa Advisors, LLC, where he worked from 2004 to 2020. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients across wealth levels, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset management programs, delivering advice through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives using both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Jefferson Holguin is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Charles Schwab since 2022. His prior experience includes roles at TD Ameritrade Investment Management, LLC and TD AMERITRADE, Inc. 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 a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a multi-asset model portfolio approach and centralized operational infrastructure.

Jeffrey Salton is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch since 2009. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Gregory Marino is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2014. 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 select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Emilia Gale is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she has been providing financial and wealth management advice since 1994. She has over 30 years of experience working with families and business owners in areas such as retirement planning, college education planning, tax minimization, and socially responsible investing. Emilia holds multiple professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). She is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is conversant in French. Emilia earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Drew University and is an active member of the Drew Alumni Association. Beyond her professional work, Emilia is involved in community organizations such as the Food Bank of New Jersey and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. She lives in Westfield with her husband, and they enjoy gardening, outdoor activities, attending sporting events, and the theatre.

Tracy Junquet is a financial advisor at Merrill with 24 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. She has been with Merrill since 1990. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions (SPS) Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for a range of client types including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jean Magnier is a financial advisor at Merrill with 21 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2011 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2012. From 2011 to 2017, he operated Jean Magnier Art Consulting. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Brent Freda is a financial advisor at Merrill holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has experience working at Fulton Bank and Xactus prior to his current role at Merrill and Bank of America, where he has been since 2026. 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 with model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Kiona Hall is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and 15 years of experience. Her prior roles include positions at Amazon, CVS, and DoorDash. 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, and various institutional investors.

Wilson Munoz is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at OSAIC since 2024 and previously spent seven years with Securities America Advisors and Securities America Inc., as well as 11 years with Guardian Life Insurance Company. Outside of his advisory role, Munoz manages a youth soccer training and event organization and owns an insurance agency that provides various support services. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisors. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services using proprietary asset-allocation tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Keith Owitz is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Holmdel, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2017 and also operates Owitz Consulting Services, LLC, which he founded in 2014. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Patrick Gill is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Woodbridge, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he worked at McLanahan's and has been involved in various roles including at Penn State University. He serves as a Sports and Social Committee Member for the Penn State Alumni Chapter in Lehigh Valley, PA. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes a range of advisory models and third-party asset managers, serving clients through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives.

Joseph Campi is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with five years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. His prior experience includes a role at King Financial Network and involvement with Tower Garden Setup Services. Campi serves as co-chair of the Emerging Leaders Committee and participates in the Health and Wellness and Golf Committees at the Monmouth-Ocean Development Council. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options, including model portfolios, third-party managers, and bespoke strategies, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

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 Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, where he has worked since 1998. He has 26 years of industry experience, initially affiliated with AXA Advisors prior to its transition. Outside of his advisory role, Patterson is involved as a coach with the Ocean Surge Travel Baseball Association and owns several insurance-related businesses. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm’s approach includes matching clients to advisory programs or discretionary managers, utilizing third-party asset managers and LPL-sponsored solutions without offering proprietary wrap fee programs.

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. Kevin emphasizes a personalized approach, working one-on-one with clients to develop strategies aligned with their personal objectives. Prior to becoming a Financial Advisor, Kevin worked as an Investment Advisory Specialist, providing tailored investment guidance and portfolio insights. This role laid a strong foundation in investment strategy and reinforced his commitment to assisting clients in making informed financial decisions. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and both an undergraduate degree in Finance and an MBA from Rider University. Kevin is fluent in English and Polish and participates in community activities such as playing with Mercer United FC Soccer. Outside of work, his interests include golfing, ice hockey, music, skiing, soccer, tennis, traveling, and spending time with his family.

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 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2010. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as a New York State Court Officer. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network, offering a broad range of financial planning and advisory programs with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Mark Erikson is a financial advisor at Merrill with 32 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Merrill since 1992 and Bank of America since 2016. Outside his advisory roles, he serves as a fiduciary for a for-profit organization. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutions.