Douglas Kartsen is a CFA® charterholder with 20 years of industry experience. He currently serves at Fortis Capital Advisors, LLC and has operated DAK Financial Services, LLC since 2016. In addition to his advisory roles, he is a sole proprietor insurance agent offering fixed insurance, annuities, and various health-related insurance products. Fortis Capital Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, families, businesses, retirement plans, institutional clients, and other advisers. The firm provides customized portfolio management and financial planning through a variety of investment strategies, including passive, active, tactical, and ESG-oriented options, with $1.615 billion in discretionary assets under management as of the end of 2025.

Cherish Genova is a financial advisor with Essex Financial Services, Inc. in Essex, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. She has worked at Essex Financial Services since 2010 and has been affiliated with The Leaders Group Inc. since 2021. Essex Financial Services serves individuals, corporations, trusts, foundations, retirement plans, and municipalities by providing wealth management, financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement plan advisory services. The firm typically implements long-term, diversified portfolios using low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, alongside individual securities and outside managers when appropriate, supported by internal due diligence and ongoing portfolio monitoring.

Anthony Russo is a financial advisor at Essex Financial Services, Inc. with 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Essex Financial Services since 2010 and also holds registrations with The Leaders Group Inc. Additionally, he is licensed as an insurance agent for Essex Financial Services. Essex Financial Services serves individuals, corporations, trusts, foundations, retirement plans, and municipalities, offering wealth management, financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement plan advisory services. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach that includes low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, individual securities, private investments, and external managers, supported by an internal due-diligence and monitoring process.

Jason Carrier is a financial advisor with Sound Income Strategies, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Sound Income Strategies since 2015 and is also associated with Scranton Financial Group since 2006. Outside of advisory work, he volunteers with the Scranton Academy for Financial Education, a nonprofit focused on providing financial education. Sound Income Strategies, LLC manages approximately $4.0 billion in client assets and serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and corporations. The firm emphasizes fixed-income analysis combined with equity fundamental and technical review, offering customized managed portfolios and a range of advisory services including discretionary and non-discretionary asset management.

Elizabeth Haas is a financial advisor at Essex Financial Services, Inc. in Essex, CT, with 18 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Essex Financial Services since 2009, previously working at The Leaders Group Inc from 2021 to 2023. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and operates Cozy Naturals Company LLC, which involves sewing, merchandising, and marketing. Essex Financial Services is a multi-team registered investment adviser that serves individuals, corporations, trusts, foundations, retirement plans, and municipalities. The firm offers wealth management, financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement plan advisory services, typically implementing long-term, diversified portfolios with a focus on low-cost mutual funds and ETFs alongside individual securities and outside managers as appropriate.

June Berglund is a financial advisor with Principle Wealth holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She has worked at several firms, including Janney Montgomery Scott, Allied Wealth Partners, Securian Financial Services, and Key Bank. Principle Wealth is an SEC-registered advisor serving individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, and corporate clients. The firm offers comprehensive wealth management using a long-term investment approach grounded in fundamental analysis, combining customized portfolios with ongoing due diligence and integrated financial planning.

Michael Castiello is a financial advisor at Principle Wealth with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Principle Wealth Partners LLC since 2017, following four years at Essex Financial Services. Principle Wealth is an SEC-registered advisor serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, retirement plans, and corporate clients. The firm offers comprehensive wealth management with a long-term investment approach based on fundamental analysis and customized portfolios that include a range of asset types alongside fiduciary and retirement-plan advisory services.

Colin Dugan is a CFP® with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Principle Wealth Partners, LLC since 2018. He previously worked at Northstar Wealth Partners LLC and LPL Financial LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is a notary public. Principle Wealth serves individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, and corporations with discretionary wealth management, investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services. The firm manages $2.66 billion in assets and combines ongoing portfolio management with standalone planning engagements.

Nathaniel Morris is a CFP® professional with 14 years of experience in financial advisory. He has been with Essex Financial Services, Inc. since 2013 and previously worked at The Leaders Group Inc from 2021 to 2024. He is also licensed as an insurance agent, providing life insurance and fixed annuities on a limited basis. Essex Financial Services is a registered investment adviser serving individuals, corporations, trusts, foundations, retirement plans, and municipalities. The firm offers wealth management, financial planning, and portfolio management services, typically implementing long-term diversified portfolios focused on low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, while also utilizing individual securities and outside managers when appropriate.

Kevin Looby is a CFP® professional with 29 years of industry experience. He is currently with Essex Financial Services, Inc., where he has worked since 2022, and previously held roles at National Asset Management and Principle Wealth Partners, LLC. Looby serves as president of the Kelsey Springs Home Owners Association and is a board member of Hope Partnership, a nonprofit organization in Centerbrook, CT. Essex Financial Services is a registered investment adviser serving individuals, corporations, trusts, foundations, retirement plans, and municipalities. The firm focuses on long-term, diversified portfolios utilizing low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, supplemented by individual securities and private investments, and provides retirement plan advisory services including ERISA fiduciary roles and participant education.

Robert Batick Jr. is a financial advisor at The Patriot Financial Group, LLC with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with firms including Cetera, Riverside Retirement Advisors, and Whitfield Retirement Services. He is also the owner of DGB, LLC, an inactive entity established for potential future opportunities. The Patriot Financial Group serves individuals, small businesses, and retirement plans by providing investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services. The firm constructs tailored portfolios using a mix of charting, fundamental, and technical analysis, with ongoing monitoring and rebalancing as needed.

Nicholas Naumann is a financial advisor at Essex Financial Services, Inc. with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Fidelity Investments for seven years before joining Essex Financial Services in 2018. In addition to his advisory role, he is also licensed as an insurance agent. Essex Financial Services is a registered investment adviser serving individuals, corporations, trusts, foundations, retirement plans, and municipalities. The firm offers wealth management, financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement plan advisory services, typically implementing long-term, diversified portfolios that use low-cost mutual funds and ETFs along with individual securities and external managers when appropriate.

David Copeland is a Series 66-licensed advisor at Principle Wealth with one year of industry experience. He previously worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated and has held positions at Paychex, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and State Street Corporation. Principle Wealth serves individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, and corporate clients with comprehensive wealth management, including financial planning and discretionary portfolio management. The firm employs a long-term investment approach grounded in fundamental analysis and maintains a multi-advisor team managing approximately $3.2 billion in assets.

Nancy Stillman is a financial advisor at Essex Financial Services, Inc. with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at several firms including Commonwealth Financial Network and Gottfried & Somberg Wealth Management. Outside of her financial advisory role, she owns Unique Finds, LLC, an artisan gift shop. Essex Financial Services serves individuals, corporations, trusts, foundations, retirement plans, and municipalities. The firm focuses on long-term, diversified portfolios using low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, while also incorporating individual stocks, bonds, private investments, and outside managers as appropriate.

Kristin Green is a financial advisor with Essex Financial Services, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 13 years of industry experience. She has been with Essex Financial since 2014 and briefly worked at The Leaders Group Inc in 2021. In addition to her advisory role, she is also licensed as an insurance agent, focusing on life insurance and fixed annuity sales. Essex Financial Services is a registered investment adviser serving individuals, corporations, trusts, foundations, retirement plans, and municipalities. The firm offers wealth management, financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement plan advisory services, implementing long-term, diversified portfolios with a focus on low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, supplemented by individual securities and outside managers as appropriate.

Margaret Maruzo is a financial advisor at Principle Wealth with 27 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Principle Wealth Partners LLC since 2019. Prior to that, she held roles at Oneamerica Securities, VF McNeil Insurance, and American United Life Insurance Company. She serves as Vice President on the board of directors for ACORD, Inc., a charitable organization. Principle Wealth is an SEC-registered advisor serving individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, and corporate clients. The firm employs a long-term, fundamental analysis approach with customized portfolios and integrated financial planning, managing approximately $3.2 billion across a multi-advisor team.

Kyle Farrell is a CFA® charterholder with two years of industry experience. He is currently with Principle Wealth Partners LLC and previously worked at Guilford Savings Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he hosts the Stock Studs podcast, which discusses general investment knowledge. Principle Wealth serves individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, and corporations with discretionary wealth management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services. The firm manages $2.66 billion in assets and employs a long-term, fundamentals-driven investment approach across diversified portfolios.

Robert Girvin is a CFA® charterholder and Series 63 licensee with one year of industry experience. He joined Essex Financial Services, Inc. in 2025 after spending 12 years at Granite Point Capital. Essex Financial Services is a registered investment adviser serving individuals, corporations, trusts, foundations, retirement plans, and municipalities. The firm provides wealth management, financial planning, and portfolio management with a focus on long-term, diversified portfolios using low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, along with individual securities and private investments as appropriate.

Peter Sarner is a financial advisor at B. Riley Wealth Advisors, Inc. with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at B. Riley Wealth Advisors since 2007, including roles at B. Riley Wealth Management and National Securities Corporation. He is also the owner and chairman of Sarner Wealth Management, LLC, which focuses on marketing advisory services. B. Riley Wealth Advisors, Inc. is an SEC-registered firm managing approximately $7.03 billion in client assets through 274 advisors. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans, offering a range of advisory programs and financial planning services implemented through both proprietary and third-party investment models.

Christopher Macca is a CFP® with seven years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Principle Wealth since 2021. His prior roles include positions at Simione, Macca & Larrow, TrinityPoint Wealth, and Northwestern Mutual Investment Services. Principle Wealth is an SEC-registered advisor that provides comprehensive wealth management services to individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, and corporate clients. The firm employs a long-term, fundamental analysis-based investment approach with customized portfolios and integrated financial planning tailored to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.