Nicholas Carretta is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Irwin, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at BNY Mellon and American Income Life Insurance Company. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, delivering tailored recommendation reports that incorporate income sources, Social Security strategies, and tax-efficient withdrawals. The firm combines research and modeling with a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its large institutional platform.

Lisette King is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. She worked at Morgan Stanley for three years before joining Merrill in 2018. Outside of her advisory role, she operates a small retail business selling vintage, new, and handmade items through a local antique mall and online. 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Robert Kania is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His previous work includes roles at Generational Transfer Entrepreneurs, Capital Foundry, and involvement with The Pittsburgh Golf Club. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Thomas Brook is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pittsburgh, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a volunteer board member for the Forest Hills Borough Recreational Board. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Carlos Youssef is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2010. 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 strategies and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jayson Angus is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been working since 2025. He has been involved in financial planning and client advisory roles at Fidelity Investments since 2019, with previous positions including Planning Consultant and Financial Representative. His professional experience encompasses guiding clients through their financial planning needs by developing trusted relationships and employing a tailored approach. Jayson emphasizes ensuring clients feel confident in their financial plans to help them work toward achieving their goals. Outside of his professional life, Jayson has interests in fitness, social events with friends, golf, lake activities, and outdoor adventures.

Chelsey Spiller is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Monroeville, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to her current role, she worked at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and CVS Health. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to third-party asset management, supported by a network of over 22,800 advisors and substantial discretionary assets.

Timothy Feola is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services, holding a CFP® designation and Securities Series 65 and 63 licenses. He has three years of industry experience, including roles at Key Investment Services LLC and AE Wealth Management, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with Alto Financial Group, where he sells and services life insurance and annuity contracts. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides ongoing financial planning and asset management through collaborative, annual engagements that use firm-approved analytical tools.

Kirk Johnson is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been serving clients since 2003. He leads J&D Associates in efforts to provide value to clients' wealth and those they care about. Kirk emphasizes friendly discussions with clients and their families to address financial concerns, capitalize on opportunities, and manage expectations. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certificant, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Kirk earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Purdue University. Kirk is involved in community organizations such as The Pittsburgh Promise, where he serves as a board member, The Frick Art & Historical Center as a trustee and chair of the Collections & Exhibitions committee, and Café Momentum in Pittsburgh as board chair. Originally from California, he resides in Pittsburgh with his husband, Henry.

Michael Dukovich is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with LPL Financial, based in Aspinwall, PA, and has 17 years of industry experience. He previously worked at City National Bank, RBC Capital Markets, and Raymond James Financial Services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of advisors and technology tools.

Adam Check is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and four years of industry experience. He has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and PNC Bank prior to his current role, spanning a total of five years with J.P. Morgan Securities. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, utilizing a combination of quantitative asset-allocation modeling, centralized due diligence, and an ESG eligibility framework to guide investment recommendations.

Amanda Englert is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. She has held positions at Merrill since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Morgan Stanley. Outside of her advisory role, she is an owner of a limited liability company that manages a beachfront vacation rental property in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, with her husband. Merrill 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.

Karen Osborn is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Pittsburgh, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and nine years of industry experience. She previously worked with Grove Point Investments, Grove Point Advisors, Sentinel Financial Management, and other firms. Outside of finance, she is the owner of Inspired Interiors, a business she has operated since 2004. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management solutions, supported by a large network of advisors and advanced operational tools.

Andrew Pricener is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors in 2021, he worked for six years at Spencer Family YMCA. He also serves as an independent agent outside his fixed insurance appointment. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a range of advisory models, often implemented through third-party asset managers, and offers ERISA fiduciary services to qualified plans.

Angela Foster is a financial advisor at Cetera with 23 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms, including First Allied Securities and First Allied Advisory Services. Outside of her advisory role, she owns a 25% interest in gas and mineral rights through DL RESOURCES and serves as a secondary power of attorney for her elderly parents. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports over 10,000 advisors and serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management and financial planning options, incorporating both affiliated and third-party model strategies.

Conner Haberman is a financial professional with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. He has worked with Cambridge Investment Research Inc. since 2020 and was previously employed at Pemco. Outside of his advisory role, Haberman is also a licensed term life insurance agent. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management strategies through a network of independent Financial Professionals and maintains both proprietary and third-party investment models.

Robert Ruby is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Pittsburgh, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Citizens Securities, Bank of America, Merrill, and the Financial Planning Association of Pittsburgh. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Kenneth Scheer is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015, following his tenure at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney starting in 2011. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and modeling techniques to support its financial planning process.

Barry Numerick is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Monroeville, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 45 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, and previously with Citigroup Global Markets beginning in 1993. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Michael Maloy is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Murrysville, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 26 years of industry experience. He previously spent 20 years at Citizens Securities, Inc. before joining LPL Financial in 2022. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting a large network of advisors with a variety of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies.