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.

Renee O Connor is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 15 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Her prior work includes roles at Equitable and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. 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 broker-dealer and investment advisory registrations, delivering non-discretionary investment recommendations supported by an in-house manager solutions team.

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.

Kenneth Freelund is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 23 years of industry experience. He has held roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2010. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm uses a combination of quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence, applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Joseph Mignano is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, following prior work at JPMorgan Chase. J.P. Morgan Securities 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 team of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Nicole Vento is a CFP® professional with 11 years of experience currently affiliated with Cetera. She has previously worked at firms including Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Securities, and Avantax, and operates Vento Tax & Wealth Management Group. She is a passive partner in her family's investment partnership, Vento Alpha Fund LP. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Geoffrey Cleveland Sr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 21 years of industry experience, with prior roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and J.P. Morgan Securities. 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 financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement plan consulting services, combining discretionary and non-discretionary management with research and model portfolios.

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.

Andrew Tomaino is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at UBS Financial Services and Charles Schwab since 2022, with earlier experience in education and the food service industry. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment management, financial planning, and custody services within a large, integrated operational structure.

Kareena Gupta is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with one year of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has held roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and The George Washington University. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

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.

Todd Kohlhepp is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors in Short Hills, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been working in the financial industry since 2026, with prior experience at LPL Enterprise LLC and a diverse background including roles at DoorDash and Mathematica. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services and uses proprietary research and tools to develop tailored recommendations, with implementation options through multiple brokerage and advisory programs.

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.

Jason Favara is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 24 years of industry experience. He has held positions at TD Ameritrade from 2010 to 2022 before joining Charles Schwab in 2022. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and is based in Staten Island, NY. 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 multi-asset investment approach supported by centralized operational and research resources.

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.

Jeremy Westaway is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Morristown, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he worked at Arthurs Tavern and Scimedx Corporation, and has experience in academic and agricultural roles. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written recommendations on income, Social Security, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to support clients, with a focus on assets managed within Ameriprise.

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.

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.

Connor Darville is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank and Broadridge, as well as a period of study at Cornell University. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.