Roberto Calderon is a Financial Advisor and Senior Portfolio Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he serves successful professionals, business owners, and families by helping them navigate financial complexities and make informed wealth management decisions. His approach focuses on enhancing the efficiency of clients' financial lives by identifying opportunities, preventing costly errors, and organizing the various components of their financial landscape. Roberto's expertise covers areas including college education planning, executive and equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, special needs planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations and earned a bachelor's degree from Florida International University. Roberto is fluent in English and Spanish. Outside of his professional duties, Roberto enjoys engaging in sports such as tennis, padel, golf, and volleyball, and spends time experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen. He is also involved with The Ability Experience community organization.

Ryan Burke is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Chesterbrook, PA. He holds the CFP® designation and securities licenses Series 63, 65, and 66, with four years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he has been associated with Wells Fargo bank since 2005. Outside of his advisory work, he has majority ownership in a media company and is involved in several real estate ventures with his spouse. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory solutions. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Carmine Ciccolella is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been serving clients since 1994. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Carmine specializes in retirement planning strategies, fixed income portfolio construction, and wealth management for affluent individuals and small business owners. His approach emphasizes preservation of capital, cash flow, and tailoring recommendations to align with each client’s income and growth objectives. Carmine holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the United States Naval Academy and a Master of Science degree from Golden Gate University. Following his graduation in 1986, he served as a Naval Officer for seven years, gaining experience in financial and logistics responsibilities. His professional focus includes family wealth management, liquidity management, tax minimization, investment planning, and estate transfer strategies. Carmine works closely with a Registered Wealth Management Client Associate to provide comprehensive financial advisory services. Residing in Hockessin, Delaware, Carmine is married with two sons. He is active in his local church and alumni association groups. Outside of work, he enjoys baseball, golfing, reading, and spending time with his family.

Susan Helm is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley, Citigroup Global Markets, and Wells Fargo Clearing. She has been with LPL Financial since 2014. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Caryn Schwartzberg is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She has worked at The Vanguard Group since 2021 and previously held positions at Randstad and Cirillo Cosmetic Dermatology Spa. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and eligible participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with proprietary models to create personalized portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Steven Kaplan is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has 20 years of industry experience, including roles at Metlife Securities Inc. and New England Securities. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with MindShift Consulting LLC, a consulting business he owns. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning and asset management services using firm-approved tools and offers specialized planning programs including divorce, estate settlement, and employer-sponsored planning.

Francesco Carafa is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with credentials including Series 63 and Series 66. He has held various roles since 2014 at firms including PNC Investments, National Life Group, and The Barclay Group. He has also been self-employed since 2022 and has experience with multiple Vanguard affiliates. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach centered on personalized asset allocations primarily constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs, supported by a large team of advisors and a digital delivery platform.

Edward Kerschner is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with 43 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 designation and has worked at MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 2016 and MetLife Securities Inc. from 2015 to 2017. His other business activities include serving as an agent for individual life, long-term care insurance, disability, and life settlements/viaticals. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers structured, collaborative financial planning engagements using firm-approved software tools and delivers written recommendations without discretionary authority.

Adam Goldin is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, having previously worked as a municipal bond analyst and economist. In his current role, Adam focuses on creating comprehensive, goals-based wealth management plans that address all aspects of a client’s financial life, including family, finances, health, home, work, leisure, and giving. Adam’s expertise encompasses retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, college education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, liquidity management, and small business strategies. He emphasizes the importance of helping individual savers navigate the complexities and risks of personal finance, especially given the decline of private pensions and the increasing need for informed decision-making. Adam holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his bachelor’s degree from Binghamton University and holds master’s degrees from George Washington University and Fordham University. Outside of his professional work, Adam enjoys baseball, biking, football, hiking, ice hockey, reading, tennis, traveling, watching movies, and spending time with his family.

David Bloom is the Senior Vice President and Resident Director of the Media, Pennsylvania office of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With over 27 years of experience in financial advising, he leads The Bloom Vermeil Wealth Management Group, focusing on providing clients with comprehensive wealth management services tailored to simplify and manage the complexities of their financial lives. His clients include a diverse group of professionals and retirees. David's expertise encompasses retirement planning, tax-smart investment management, wealth transfer planning, and supporting families with estate, long-term care, and Medicaid planning decisions. Holding the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification since 2000, and having practiced law previously, he collaborates closely with clients' accountants and attorneys to support their financial goals. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch in 2019, David worked with The Vanguard Group, U.S. Trust Company of New York, and J.P. Morgan Private Bank. He earned a Bachelor's degree with honors from Villanova University and a Juris Doctorate from Widener University Delaware Law School. Residing in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, with his wife and two sons, David enjoys outdoor activities such as chess, fishing, golfing, reading, running, and skiing. He is also actively involved in his community, having served on boards including the Children's Literacy Initiative, Benchmark School, Delaware County Estate Planning Council, and Swarthmore Swim Club.

Ethan Wang is a CFA® charterholder and Series 63 licensee with six years of industry experience. He has worked at The Vanguard Group, Inc. in various roles since 2014 and was affiliated with the University of Pennsylvania for two years. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to construct portfolios primarily from Vanguard funds and ETFs, offering a range of customization options and managing hundreds of thousands of client relationships through its digital platform and advisory team.

Jadan Mcdermott is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. He has worked at multiple Vanguard entities since 2022 and has prior experience at various organizations including Tufts University and The Simmons Law Firm. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios constructed mainly from Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm serves a large client base through a digital platform and a team servicing model.

Joseph Azzara is a CFP® professional with 32 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2017. His prior experience includes positions at Ameriprise Financial Services and Choreo, LLC. He also owns Azzara Wealth Management, LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that offers investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services using proprietary research and tools, with flexible implementation options and integrated financial product offerings.

Dominic Marinucci is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Exton, PA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 16 years of industry experience, including 15 years with Mass Mutual and its affiliated firms. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a course instructor at Delaware County Community College. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers comprehensive planning using firm-approved tools and educational seminars, serving a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals.

Gregory Melara is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1997. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an advisory board member on the parish finance council at St. Andrew the Apostle Church, a charitable organization. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and charitable organizations.

Lisa Karlin is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. She has served in various advisory roles since 2009, including leadership at Magis Financial Partners. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved in nonprofit activities as a committee chair for Congregation Ohev Shalom, overseeing budget, audit, and social action programs. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary program options.

Dorian O'Connell is an advisor at Vanguard Advisers with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and five years of industry experience. He has worked at The Vanguard Group, Inc. since 2021 and owns several small e-commerce businesses, including an Etsy store and a baking company, Sweet Pastry LLC. Vanguard Advisers serves retail investors and eligible retirement plan participants through a combination of automated and human-supported investment advice, using a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios primarily constructed from Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Joshua Novess is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at multiple Vanguard entities since 2019, following prior roles at AeroTek and BMO Harris Bank. Vanguard Advisers offers automated and human-supported investment advice primarily to retail investors and employer-sponsored retirement plan participants. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with proprietary models to construct personalized portfolios largely composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs.

Anthony Videtto is a financial advisor with Vanguard Advisers in Malvern, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with The Vanguard Group since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is a limited partner in SVS Properties Group LLC, a rental property business in New Jersey. Vanguard Advisers provides automated and human-supported investment advice to retail investors and participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, utilizing a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach with portfolios primarily composed of Vanguard funds and ETFs. The firm operates at scale with a digital delivery model, managing hundreds of thousands of client relationships through over 2,200 advisors.

Mark Roussey is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at POWER Engineers for seven years. Based in Phoenixville, PA, Roussey has been with Equitable Advisors since 2021. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm’s advisory approach involves assessing client risk tolerance and matching clients with program models or discretionary managers, utilizing a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers.