Matthew Merola is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has seven years of industry experience, including prior roles at Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company and AXA Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he is an author and educator involved with Kindle Direct Publishing. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm provides financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals, offering a range of portfolio management and model-based solutions tailored to client objectives.

Markus Strauss is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Ontario, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent and its affiliated entity Thrivent Financial for Lutherans since 2002. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering comprehensive, goal-based financial analyses and written recommendations across various planning topics without managing client portfolios directly.

Adam Ambielli is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2024, Adam worked at Securities America Advisors and Northwestern Mutual in various wealth management and investment roles. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in insurance sales through a brokerage firm. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to construct diversified portfolios for individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mathew Hill is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 24 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a tax preparation business. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Mark Higgins is a CFP® professional with 16 years of experience, currently affiliated with OSAIC and Revere Financial Planning, Inc. in Fairport, NY. His work history includes long-term service at both firms since 2010. Outside of his advisory roles, Higgins is involved in nonprofit activities supporting autism awareness and treatment, including serving as a board member of AutismUp and co-owning the Autism Open golf fundraiser. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to construct diversified portfolios tailored to client risk tolerance and investment preferences.

Jeffrey Humbert is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with eight years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and Cetera Investment Services LLC since 2018 and also maintains an affiliation with Canandaigua National Bank & Trust, where he works as a wealth advisor. In this role, he profiles clients and collaborates with team members to determine the most suitable platform for client needs without making investment decisions or handling securities transactions. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options, combining discretionary and non-discretionary approaches across multiple program and custodial relationships.

Thomas Higgins is a CFP® with 43 years of industry experience and has been with OSAIC since 1993. He is based in Fairport, NY. In addition to his advisory role, Higgins owns and operates an insurance business offering life, disability, group, and long-term care insurance products. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and multiple advisory platforms to construct portfolios incorporating a wide range of investment vehicles.

Steven Patton is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Ameriprise since 2018, following seven years at JPMorgan Investment Management. Outside of his advisory work, Patton serves on the board of the Greater Rochester Amateur Athletic Federation. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services targeted to individuals approaching or in retirement, generally with at least $1 million in investable assets. The firm provides advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities, with a focus on delivering written, research-driven retirement income recommendations.

Timothy Mc Donald is a CFP® professional with 31 years of industry experience, currently serving at Charles Schwab since 2010. His work history includes roles at both Charles Schwab Bank, SSB and Charles Schwab. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, 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 and discretionary investment guidance using multi-asset model portfolios, supported by centralized custody and an established alternative-investment program.

Mary Fairchild is a CFP® professional affiliated with Ameriprise, with 30 years of industry experience. She has worked at Ameriprise and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2010. Outside of her primary role, she is also an Associate Financial Advisor at Council Rock Associates, LLC in Rochester, NY. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement who meet certain asset criteria. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver non-discretionary, written recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Donald Burger is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked primarily with Securities America Advisors and Securities America, Inc. prior to joining OSAIC. Outside of advisory services, he is also involved in life insurance sales and servicing through KAFL Insurance Resources. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through an extensive network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers. The firm utilizes asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios that may include various asset classes, and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

William Morris is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has worked since 2011 in various roles. His current position involves collaborating with clients to understand their financial goals and assessing their progress towards these goals. He utilizes Fidelity's resources and his experience to develop financial plans aimed at maximizing clients' fulfillment throughout their lives. Prior to his current role, William has held positions including Retirement Solutions Representative, Central Relationship Manager, Investment Solutions Representative, Premium Relationship Associate, College Planning Specialist, and Securities Trader, all within Fidelity Investments. This progression reflects over a decade of experience in financial services, with a focus on investment and retirement planning. No specific information about William's educational background or personal interests has been provided.

Matthew Piaseczny is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license, with 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Northwestern Mutual and Securities America Advisors. He is a managing member of Dash Tax, LLC, a tax preparation firm he co-owns with two partners, and a partner at Dash Capital Advisors, a financial planning and investment services DBA. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering integrated brokerage, advisory, and retirement plan consulting services through a wide network of affiliated advisors and multiple platforms. The firm employs firm-provided tools such as asset allocation models and automated rebalancing to design portfolios that may include a variety of asset types managed discretionary or non-discretionary.

Karen Verrone is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, coordinating the financial affairs for a select group of families and businesses in the Rochester, NY area. She employs a goals-based wealth management process to address the financial priorities and concerns relevant to her clients, their families, or their businesses. Karen leverages Merrill’s extensive network of wealth management planning and investment resources, working alongside a team of specialists to provide personalized advice and guidance to help clients pursue their financial goals. Karen began her career in the financial industry in 1977 at Merrill. She holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) certification, the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation, as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. She earned a bachelor's degree from SUNY Brockport, where she also coached track and speedskating. Karen lives in Webster, NY with her husband, Robert, and they have three children. She serves as president of the Rochester Speed Skating Club and organizes and volunteers in teaching speed skating to kids in her community.

Kathryn Castro is a CFP® and Series 66-registered financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Fairport, NY, and has 17 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2008. Castro serves on the board of the Collaborative Law Association of the Rochester Area. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver personalized recommendation reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its institutional platform.

Bradley Smith is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Webster, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2019 and previously held roles at Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities. Outside of his advisory work, he is the CEO and owner of Cardinal Wealth LLC and also acts as a life and disability insurance agent. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, emphasizing collaborative, annual planning relationships using firm-approved analytical tools.

John Summers is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Victor, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 39 years of industry experience. He has worked with LPL Financial since 2018 and previously held positions at Cetera Advisors LLC and Investors Capital Corporation. Summers has operated Summers Financial Services since 1987. 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, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Patrick Caufield is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Penfield, NY. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Primerica Advisors and Guardian Life Insurance Co. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies through a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Andrew Coughlin is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at MassMutual Life Insurance Co and Mass Mutual Investors Services. Outside of finance, he owns and coaches at Full-Stretch Goalkeeping Academy, a sports and fitness business. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services supported by extensive research and a variety of investment strategies.

Timothy Pease is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc. for 26 years and has been affiliated with Commonwealth Financial Group for over three decades. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by internal and third-party research.