Benjamin D. Auteuil is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, Rhode Island, holding a Series 66 credential and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2017 and previously worked at Best Buy from 2015 to 2017. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies designed by internal and third-party managers. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, with a range of portfolio implementation methods and tax-aware strategy options.

Kristen Springer is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at E3 Financial Planning, Commonwealth Financial, and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients both directly and through corporate financial planning arrangements.

Matthew Smith is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2023. He has held various roles in the financial services industry, including Financial Consultant Partner and Investment Consultant at Charles Schwab from 2021 to 2023, as well as positions at Merrill Edge from 2018 to 2021, progressing from Investment Specialist to Premium Elite Relationship Manager. Matthew holds insurance licenses for Arkansas and California. His professional approach involves partnering with clients and their families to understand their personal situations and priorities. He focuses on building relationships through meaningful conversations and personalized financial planning to help clients make informed decisions and achieve their financial goals. Outside of his professional work, Matthew enjoys boating, family activities, fitness, football, golf, and spending time at the lake.

John McCarthy is a financial advisor at Cetera with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has held roles with multiple firms, including founding Chartered Course Financial Group, LLC, where he is an owner and partner. He also works as an insurance agent, selling life, disability, annuities, and long-term care insurance. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of investment management and advisory services through a large network of independent advisors, utilizing multiple program structures and manager platforms.

Alexander Gagnier is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Nylife Securities LLC, New York Life, The Hartford Insurance Group, and Verizon. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund and registered investment companies. The firm’s investment process combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Henri Guerin is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His prior experience includes roles at Ameriprise Financial and Bryant University. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios that utilize mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Nelson Hawkins Jr. is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 63 designation and 44 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities for a total of 18 years before joining Wells Fargo in 2016. Outside of his financial career, he serves as chairman of the Barrington Harbor Commission and is an advisory board member of the Rhode Island Sailing Events Commission, both roles involving governance and promotion of maritime activities in Rhode Island. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from its investment institute and third-party data.

Brady Haraden is a financial advisor at Fidelity with one year of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Charles Schwab & Co. and has held various positions including roles in education and retail. 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 develop model portfolios and manage funds.

Nathan Schmitt is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Cranston, Rhode Island. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Webber Advisors and a period as a student at Pennsylvania State University. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement-income planning through a structured recommendation process and ongoing advice.

Denise Kowalewski is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 28 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2012 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides proprietary research and a broad range of capital markets solutions.

Mark Ramjatan is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding a Series 66 designation and having recently begun his career in the industry. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held various roles including at BMW of West Springfield and Cornerstone Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved as a gas station manager and bookkeeper at a family-owned business. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Richard Carriere is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Providence, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Citigroup Global Markets from 1998 to 2009. Outside of his advisory work, he owns The Holy Spirit Center, LLC, and serves on the advisory board at Bryant University, where he is involved in evaluating the feasibility of an Insurance Risk Management major. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages a broad range of client assets through diverse investment offerings, combining retail and institutional services.

John Poulton is a CFP® professional with 42 years of industry experience, currently serving with Ameriprise since 2014. He is a principal owner of Windmill Braiding Equipment, LLC, a manufacturing business in Warwick, RI, where he provides consulting and oversight. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm offering retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with substantial investable assets, combining research and modeling with tax-efficiency analysis to generate tailored recommendation reports.

Christopher Forte is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at Fidelity Investments and the Rhode Island Department of the Treasury. He serves in the Rhode Island Army National Guard and has held various roles in educational and community organizations. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

John Macdonald is a financial advisor at Fidelity with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2024. Prior to joining Fidelity, he spent time at Capuli and has a background that includes several non-financial roles. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is notable for its work with registered investment companies, use of AI in research, and its role in delivering model portfolios to Fidelity Institutional Wealth Adviser.

Michael Wilbur is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 9 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, Bank of America, and Merrill. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a broad client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, with additional services such as financial planning and access to third-party asset managers.

Chad La Croix is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009 and has concurrently worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2008. 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 supported by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Cristopher Llopiz Osorio is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Bank of America, Merrill, and Ameriprise. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of the Puerto Rican Professional Association of Rhode Island, a nonprofit organization. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options supported by centralized operational and supervisory structures.

Carl Lindewall is an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity Investments, where he has progressed through several roles since 2022. His professional experience includes positions as Investment Solutions Representative I and II, as well as Customer Relationship Advocate. Carl focuses on building trust-based client relationships by providing personalized financial guidance and support. He emphasizes understanding clients' unique goals and financial aspirations, aiming to ensure they feel confident and informed in their financial decisions. Carl values transparency, integrity, and clear communication in his planning approach. He holds an Arkansas Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Carl has interests in cars, golf, motorcycles, outdoor adventures, family activities, and parenthood.

Keven Larkin is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2022 and previously held roles at Sound FX and in vocational technical education. 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.