Joseph Toth is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2024 and also has experience with Bank of America, N.A. Outside of his advisory roles, he has been involved with NJ Premier All Stars and the Metedaconk National 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Frances Stanton Martinez is the Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill, where she has been serving clients since 2014. She focuses on building new client relationships and delivering wealth management services tailored to the needs of individuals, families, and businesses. Frances is a partner in The Callahan Pascua Group, applying her expertise in areas such as family wealth management strategies, retirement income planning, tax minimization, and college education planning. Frances holds multiple professional designations, including the Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), which is awarded by the Investments & Wealth Institute™ in conjunction with The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. She also holds the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA) credentials. Frances earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on Political Science, Communication, and Psychology from San Diego State University and a Master of Business Administration from Alliant International University. In addition to her professional qualifications, Frances is fluent in Filipino and English. She is actively involved in professional and community organizations, serving as National Chair for the Investments & Wealth Institute™ Conference Committee beginning in 2024, and as President of the Merrill Women's Exchange San Diego Chapter for 2024–2025. Frances has also held leadership roles within the Merrill Women's Exchange and is a member of the La Jolla Woman's Club. Her personal interests include travel, music, tennis, yoga, scrapbooking, writing, and spending time with her family.

Matthew Loftus is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 17 years of industry experience. His prior firms include Merrill and M.S. Howells & Co. Outside of his financial advisory work, he coaches a hockey team through Upper Moreland Parks and Recreation. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes tailored planning and investment consulting using analytical tools and supports its clients through a broad network of advisors and specialized programs.

James Killmer is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 66 credentials and approximately one year of experience in the advisory field. His prior work includes positions at MML Investors Services, LLC, Heath Wealth Advisors, and Kevin Hughes Financial Planning. Before entering financial advisory, he held various roles in retail and education sectors. 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 supported by internal and third-party managers for individual, high-net-worth, corporate, and charitable clients.

Thomas Sonetto is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2015. Sonetto has also been involved with ARTMAN Lutheran Home since 2013. Merrill, along 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 investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kimberly Stasen is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 31 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo entities since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs analysis, using proprietary research and tools for tailored client recommendations.

Michael Johnson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he has been involved with MRJ Sports, operating the basketball-related business Hoopaholics since 2004. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning that utilizes firm-approved planning tools and models, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Mark Bean is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2006 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member for the Wild Bird Research Group, a nonprofit focused on bird conservation research in the Americas. Merrill serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients, offering managed accounts, third-party manager selection, discretionary portfolio management, brokerage, and custody services. The firm integrates closely with Bank of America affiliates and emphasizes managed account and manager-selection capabilities supported by a CIO-managed platform.

Alexander Struck is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Robin Wedeking is a Series 66-licensed advisor with Merrill, based in Pennington, NJ, and has 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill for multiple tenures totaling over 30 years, including a brief period at BofA Securities in 2019. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services primarily to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutional accounts.

Eric Whitsett is a financial advisor at Merrill with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Merrill since 2011. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Anthony Amoroso is currently serving as a Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. In this capacity, he focuses on fostering a culture that motivates advisors to reach their full potential through strategic coaching. He has extensive experience in the financial industry, having held various positions including Team Manager at Merrill from 2016 to 2025, Credit Risk Analyst at JP Morgan Chase between 2014 and 2016, and Investment Associate at Hennion & Walsh from 2013 to 2014. His professional background spans leadership, risk analysis, and investment management. Outside of his professional career, Anthony enjoys spending time at the beach, cooking and baking, engaging in family activities, and following football and soccer.

Victoria James is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Merrill since 2013. Outside of her advisory role, she participates as a shopper and delivery person for Instacart. 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.

William Palisca is a financial advisor with OSAIC who holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at James Startzell since 2000 and joined OSAIC in 2023. Palisca also operates a sole proprietorship under the name Legacy Financial Services Group, providing sales and service support to clients. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail investors, high-net-worth households, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm employs a model-based investment process featuring portfolio optimization and multiple advisory platforms, supported by a broad affiliate network and private-equity ownership.

Scott Bernstiel is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. in Windsor, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 31 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Capital Analysts, Lincoln Investment, Kennedy Investment Group, and DWS Distributors. Outside of advisory work, he serves as Treasurer and Bookkeeper for Notre Dame High School Lacrosse, overseeing financial supervision. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides comprehensive financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a wide range of clients including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by analytical tools and maintains specialized programs in municipal advisory and employer SIMPLE IRA consulting.

Gerard Trapp is a financial advisor at Osaic with 20 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS Financial Services from 2006 to 2009. Trapp also dedicates time to a life insurance brokerage role outside of his advisory work. Osaic Wealth serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform, offering brokerage and advisory services including comprehensive financial planning and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment approach centers on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by various tools and a network of affiliates.

Zachary Williams is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2017. Prior to that, he was employed at MarketGrader Capital and D&P Optical. Merrill, along 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, and institutions.

Bennett Zaba is a CFP® professional with eight years of experience in the financial advisory industry. He is currently with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and has prior experience at The Vanguard Group, City National Rochdale, and self-employment. Outside of his advisory role, he volunteers as a coach for the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) in Warminster, PA. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations by offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm manages assets on multiple platforms with discretionary and non-discretionary services and provides proprietary and third-party model strategies.

Pragnesh Ashar is a financial advisor at Merrill with 21 years of industry experience, including 20 years at Merrill. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a board member of the Country Woods Community Association in Fairfield, New Jersey, and participates in selling holistic and fashion items online through Celestial Artisan LLC. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Robert Hearne Jr. is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2008, following a prior role at City National Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a member of the Finance Committee at Trinity Church in Princeton, NJ. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services tailored to each client’s risk profile.