Noah Laplante is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, based in Smithfield, RI, and has three years of industry experience. His prior roles include work at United States Electrical Services and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm also serves as a commodity pool operator and advisor to multiple registered investment companies, using systematic methodologies and formal governance procedures.

Brant Mcgettrick is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2013. 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.

Paul Derbyshire is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Franklin, MA, holding a Series 63 designation and 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, written Recommendation Reports. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies typical of a large institutional firm.

Cristian Witcher is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, based in Providence, RI, and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise, he held roles at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is employed as a floor sales associate at Brooks Brothers. LPL Enterprise, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, and offers access to third-party asset managers and insurance products through affiliated entities.

Robert Richardson is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 19 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Mach1 Soccer Club. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, and offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Danielle Taglianetti is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Her prior work includes roles at Citizens Bank and CCO Investment Services. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, fund advisory services, and model portfolios.

Diane Graca is a CFP® professional with 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. She has worked at OSAIC since 2018 and previously spent 22 years with Signator Investors, Inc. and John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Company. Graca is also involved in insurance brokerage activities related to life insurance, disability, and annuity products. OSAIC serves a diverse range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services along with access to multiple investment platforms and third-party money managers.

Sean Sullivan is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he collaborates with individuals and families to assist them in making informed financial decisions and achieving their financial objectives through personalized planning and ongoing guidance. Sean has extensive experience in the financial services industry, having served in various roles including Vice President and Regional Account Executive at Fidelity Investments from 2016 to 2022, Senior Regional Retirement Consultant from 2013 to 2016, and Senior Regional Investment Consultant from 2011 to 2013. Prior to his tenure at Fidelity, he worked as a Regional Sales Representative for MFS Investment Management between 2010 and 2011, and as a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney from 2007 to 2010.

Anne Swiader is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 27 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a variety of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools such as Monte Carlo simulations to support its financial planning process.

Joshua White is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Compass Retirement Consulting Group and other diverse employers. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company where he is based, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and is notable for its roles in managing registered investment companies and delivering model portfolios for Fidelity Institutional Wealth Adviser.

John Stamp is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been in the financial services industry since 1987 and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2001. John focuses on providing practical and objective advice to address each client's specific financial and wealth transfer goals. John holds the designation of Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor, awarded by the College for Financial Planning, and the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), awarded by the National Association of Plan Advisors. He is also a qualified Portfolio Manager and is experienced in building and managing personalized or defined investment strategies that may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. These strategies can be managed on a discretionary basis through the firm's Investment Advisory Program. He has a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Rhode Island. Outside of his professional work, John enjoys biking, gardening, hiking, music, photography, and spending time with his family.

Bernard Manchester is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and co-founder of The T.D.M. Group, a financial advisory practice serving executives, business owners, and affluent families. Since beginning his financial services career in 2007, he has developed expertise in retirement planning, portfolio management, executive compensation, stock and option planning, estate and insurance planning, debt structuring, and cash flow management. Bernard applies his experience to create customized financial strategies aimed at aligning clients’ resources with their personal financial goals. Bernard holds a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing with a concentration in Finance from Providence College. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and a CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR™, with additional credentials including Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Bernard advises business owners on corporate retirement plans and is proficient in succession planning, Medicare planning, social security strategy, life insurance analysis, and estate planning services. He is an active member of the Providence College Alumni community, serving as a Board Member for the Providence Alumni Club. Bernard grew up in Barrington, Rhode Island, and currently lives in Rumford, Rhode Island with his wife Elizabeth and their two daughters, Quinn and Blair.

Alexander Santangelo is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated for three years and has a background that includes roles outside the financial industry in hospitality and catering. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, employing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery, and has a distinctive role as a commodity pool operator and adviser to registered investment companies.

Kelly Reey is a financial advisor at Merrill with 30 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at firms including Putnam Retail Management Limited Partnership and Manning & Napier Advisors, LLC. Reey was also principal at Reey Consulting prior to joining Merrill in 2019. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

John Paul Gryska is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, his work history includes roles at Cornell University, Clven National House Corporation, and hospitality positions at Fairmont Hotels and Statler Hotel. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to create and manage model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Gregory Gudz is a financial advisor at Fidelity with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at AT&T for over two decades. Outside of his advisory role, Gregory serves as the head coach for girls and boys volleyball at Woonsocket High School. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage a variety of portfolios, including multi-manager and fund-of-funds structures.

Joseph Pecchia is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Fidelity, bringing four years of industry experience. His previous roles include positions at Amica Mutual Insurance and Rhode Island College. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in buying and selling consumer goods on eBay. He is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that offers investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Anthony Paolo is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fay Law Associates, NYLIFE Securities LLC, and New York Life Insurance Co. He works with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm integrates fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, managing portfolios using systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation benchmarks.

Alexander Abatecola is a financial advisor at Fidelity with five years of industry experience. He previously worked at First Command for five years and served with Rhode Island Military Funeral Honors for five years. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios, and it engages in advisory roles that include management of fund-of-funds and multi-manager structures.

Pierre Henry Masoin is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at both Bank of America and Merrill since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a consultant for TG Therapeutics, Inc. and is a board member for the National MS Society’s Connecticut & Rhode Island Chapter. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.