Jean Choiniere is a financial advisor at Cetera with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Avantax Advisory Services and Wealthspring Financial Partners LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he holds a junior advisor role at Wealthspring Financial Partners LLC where he prepares financial plans and manages client portfolios. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management solutions and financial planning services through a large nationwide network of independent advisors.

Joseph De Marzo is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining Merrill in 2006, he has developed a comprehensive understanding of the firm's resources beginning with his work in Operations, before transitioning to a financial advisory role. Joseph serves small businesses, families, and individuals, focusing on creating personalized financial strategies to help clients meet their long-term goals. His expertise includes college education planning, retirement and estate planning, insurance solutions, equity compensation services, and managing new wealth. He collaborates with a team of Merrill specialists to provide comprehensive wealth management solutions, including access to banking, mortgage, and credit products through Bank of America. Joseph's approach emphasizes tailored strategies based on clients' risk tolerance, time horizons, liquidity needs, and investment goals. Joseph holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Fairfield University and a Master of Business Administration from Seton Hall University. He has earned professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). A fourth-generation resident of Madison, New Jersey, Joseph lives there with his wife and two children. He contributes to his community as the head coach of the Madison Junior Football Varsity Team and as an Auxiliary Officer with the Madison Police Department.

Antonia Arena is a Financial Advisor based in Morristown and Short Hills, serving individuals, families, and business owners. She began her career in wealth management in 2020 and established her own practice in 2023 after gaining experience supporting a team at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Antonia specializes in investment management, retirement planning, and estate planning services, focusing on aligning financial decisions with clients' long-term objectives. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Ramapo College, where she was actively involved in the Investment Club and continues her engagement as a member of the Ramapo Alumni Business Board. Antonia has attained the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®) designation and holds credentials as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She is a member of Merrill's Christian Advisor Group and the Financial Women's Association. In addition to her advisory work, Antonia operates a high-end clothing resale business on Poshmark. Raised in Holmdel, New Jersey, she attributes her strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit to her upbringing. Antonia is also involved in community initiatives such as Hope For Children.

Stephen Bernstein is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Morristown, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2007, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Robb Hageman is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2019, following prior roles at MassMutual Life Insurance and Ameriprise Financial Services. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, structuring planning engagements as annual, collaborative relationships using firm-approved analytical tools.

Megan Pagliaro is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2022, with prior experience at Hughes Klaiber LLC and periods focused on homemaking. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Lucas Sailer is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2013 and has been with Bank of America, N.A. since 2023. Outside of his advisory role, he is employed by BIG Messages, an answering service for doctors in northern New Jersey, where he manages communication between hospitals, patients, and physicians. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to fiduciary clients of Bank of America. The firm offers both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joseph Sparacino is a Financial Consultant currently with Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. Prior to this role, he gained experience at Fidelity Investments as a Planning Consultant from 2023 to 2025 and as an Investment Consultant in 2023. His financial services career also includes roles at E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley, where he served as a Financial Consultant from 2021 to 2023 and as an Associate Financial Consultant from 2019 to 2021, as well as experience as an Account Manager at LL Business Management from 2018 to 2019. Throughout his career, Joseph has focused on developing tailored financial strategies that align with the individual priorities of his clients. He collaborates closely with his team and utilizes the resources of his firm to provide clear guidance and insight. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys activities such as golfing, hiking, cooking, and spending time at Lu Nello in Cedar Grove, reflecting personal interests that include beach activities, cooking and baking, fitness, golf, hiking, and traveling.

Kyle Reinson is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2023, initially serving as an Investment Consultant before his current role. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Kyle worked at Merrill Lynch as an Assistant Vice President and Financial Solutions Advisor from 2019 to 2023. In these roles, he has focused on creating personalized financial plans and providing guidance to clients throughout their financial planning process. Kyle is committed to collaborating with clients to develop financial strategies that align with their individual goals and to supporting them in navigating their financial journeys.

Robert Difabritis is a financial advisor at Cetera with 40 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Insurance Agency over multiple decades and has operated his own firm, Robert DiFabratis & Co, since 1991. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in tax preparation and financial statement preparation through his other business activities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers across various program structures.

Robert Gatyas is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 39 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC, JP Morgan Chase Bank, and Bank of America. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and sports & entertainment planning.

George Barnes is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Barnes serves as a board member of the Yana Foundation and is an assistant basketball coach for Montville Recreation. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and various insurance and trust services.

David Potischman is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 22 years of industry experience. He currently works at Morgan Stanley in Morristown, NJ, having joined the firm in 2025 after 13 years at UBS Financial Services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including customized financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through individual financial advisors as well as corporate financial planning agreements.

Frank Leloia is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been helping clients since 2007. With over 30 years of experience as a registered representative and financial advisor, he focuses on providing personalized wealth management strategies tailored to each client's goals and risk tolerance. Frank specializes in areas such as education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Frank holds a Bachelor's Degree from the Pennsylvania State University System and carries the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He works closely with clients' other professional advisors to provide comprehensive tax strategies and to assist in the development of estate plans. His approach emphasizes building lasting relationships based on trust, transparency, and exceptional service. Residing in Long Valley, New Jersey for the past 24 years with his wife Beth and their two children, Nick and Jack, Frank is committed to participating in the communities he serves. He dedicates time to volunteering with local organizations and enjoys personal interests including baseball, basketball, billiards, football, golfing, reading, spending time with family, and traveling.

Jeffrey Berns is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Morristown, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 36 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning supported by proprietary tools and a structured process, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Armando Dirienzo is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2016. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner and 25% owner of Pebble in Your Shoe LLC, which operates a franchise called Stumpy’s Hatchet House, and he is also a co-owner of Tac House LLC, an entertainment venue. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning with a structured recommendation process and incorporates a defined investment universe shaped by affiliated product relationships.

Joseph Reilly is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Morristown, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services from 2015 to 2022 before joining Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney in 2022. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process involves structured discovery and firm-approved tools, offering advice without individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Richard Jambrina is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Morristown, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 15 years before joining Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney in 2025. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and advisory programs supported by firm-approved tools and investment models, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Jeffrey Steinmann is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 26 years of industry experience. He has been with OSAIC since 2018 and previously worked for John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance for 20 years. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a varsity ski team coach in Rye, New York. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm employs a model-based investment approach with portfolio optimization tools and offers both brokerage and advisory services across multiple program types.

Sean Stevens is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Morristown, NJ, where he has worked since 2016. He has 10 years of industry experience, primarily within Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools to develop financial plans.