Evan Soff is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Short Hills, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 20 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Citigroup Global Markets and First Republic Investment Management. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting through a team of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory services with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Tara Flax is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 28 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers proprietary research and capital markets solutions.

Kurt Schroder is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he assists clients in managing their wealth by developing personalized financial strategies tailored to their individual goals. He leverages market insights from Merrill and the banking and lending capabilities of Bank of America to support clients in pursuing their long-term financial objectives. Kurt holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's degree from Baruch College. He is also committed to community involvement, dedicating time to volunteer with local organizations, reflecting the Merrill tradition of community participation.

Angela Romano Cosgrave is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2010, totaling 16 years at the firm. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm integrates investment management with a wide range of banking and custody services as part of the Bank of America platform.

Brandon Myers is a Financial Advisor and Junior Partner with The De Cerbo & Associates Team at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with a select group of individuals and families including professional athletes, coaches, divorcees, and senior executives to deliver customized, goals-based wealth management strategies. His professional approach is rooted in discipline, focus, and integrity. Brandon holds several industry designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ (SE-AWMA™), and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™). He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Rutgers Business School, graduating cum laude. During his time at Rutgers, he was a letterwinner at Tight End on the Scarlet Knights Football Team, a three-time Academic All-Big Ten honoree, and a 2021 Big Ten Distinguished Scholar. Outside of his professional role, Brandon enjoys golfing, spending time with family and friends, and staying connected to football. He is a lifelong resident of Somerset County and is involved in community organizations such as Athletes.org, Bridgewater-Raritan High School Football and Hall of Fame, and the Somerset County Business Partnership. His mission is to help clients create and preserve multigenerational wealth.

Maria Zielyk is a financial advisor with Merrill in Short Hills, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith since 2008. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm integrates investment management with Bank of America’s broader platform, including lending, custody, and trading services.

Brian Gallacher is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with nine years of industry experience. He is currently with Mass Mutual Investors Services and has previously worked at Northwestern Mutual from 2016 to 2022. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in life and fixed annuities insurance sales and serves as a church clerk, providing administrative and financial support. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, utilizing firm-approved tools to analyze client goals and provide written recommendations.

Yisroel Schwartz is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. He previously worked at Goldman Sachs & Co LLC for 14 years before joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. in 2024. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Victor Montas is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his financial services career with New York Life in 2009 and joined Merrill Lynch in April 2015. Prior to entering financial services, Victor worked for ten years as a legal professional at Am Law 100 law firms in Washington DC and New York. In his current role, he specializes in serving growing and successful business owners, focusing on comprehensive wealth management strategies that address complex financial needs such as business growth, succession planning, and employee benefits. Victor’s approach is consultative, emphasizing thorough client engagement, periodic communication, and leveraging the investment insights of Merrill alongside the banking services of Bank of America. Victor earned both a Bachelor’s degree in History and Political Science and a Master’s degree in History from Rutgers University. He holds several professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He is also registered through FINRA Series 7, 63, and 65, and holds licenses for Annuity, Life, and Health products. Victor is a native Spanish speaker and a member of Lambda Theta Phi Fraternity. Beyond his professional responsibilities, Victor is involved in his community through participation with St. Matthias School. He resides in Montgomery, New Jersey, with his wife and two children. Victor is an avid Rutgers football fan and enjoys baseball, basketball, football, reading, soccer, tennis, and spending time with his family.

William Cerone is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, holding a Series 66 credential and 17 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Merrill, and Bank of America. Outside of financial advising, he is involved in local politics as Vice Chairman of the Warwick Republican Committee and serves on the Warwick Zoning Board. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a broad range of advisory services to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and strategies.

Rosemary Neidermeyer is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at Cetera Investment Services and Foresters Financial Services. 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 provides financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management along with access to model portfolios and research.

Richard Gronske is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked previously at Merrill, JP Morgan Chase, Capital One Investing, and PNC Investments. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a charitable gift fund. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios and deliver model solutions.

Kevin Fay is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 43 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its related entities since 2008, previously associated with First Allied Advisory Services. Outside of advisory work, Fay serves as a FINRA arbitrator and acts as a trustee in fiduciary roles. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager investment platform that includes discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Christopher Warenkiewicz is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Woodbridge, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999, previously affiliated with AXA Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is a member of a local networking group in Manalapan, NJ. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage channels tailored to clients’ goals, risk tolerance, and time horizons.

Evelyn Gonzalez is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since beginning her financial services career in 2009 at Merrill Lynch and The Barth Group, she has focused on assisting families in planning for both their short-term and long-term financial goals. Evelyn works closely with clients to listen, identify, and prioritize their objectives, developing strategies aimed at building, managing, and preserving wealth across generations. Her areas of expertise include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, retirement income, socially responsible investing, and personalized retirement planning. Evelyn holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation from the College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp. and the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) credential. She earned her bachelor's degree in Finance and Business Management from Rutgers Business School. Evelyn is bilingual in English and Spanish and engages with clients and their families to better understand their dynamics and desires. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Evelyn resides in Scotch Plains with her husband and their daughters. Her personal interests include dancing, soccer, and traveling.

Edward Band is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 36 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2023. His prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC dating back to 2009. He is a trustee for a family charitable remainder trust and owns EAB Financial Services, an investment-related business. 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 institutions. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and develops tailored recommendations using proprietary research and planning tools.

Kathleen Monahan is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, specializing in areas such as Divorce Transition Planning, Executive Compensation, Family Wealth Management Strategies, retirement planning, and socially responsible investing. Kathleen and her team focus on providing personalized client service and strive to deliver a comprehensive client experience built on trust and integrity. Her approach emphasizes educating clients to ensure they fully understand their investment strategies, with a focus on long-term asset allocation and diversification. Kathleen holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). She earned her Bachelor's Degree from Montclair State University. Outside of her professional role, Kathleen resides in Cranford, NJ with her husband and their Bernedoodle, Molly. They enjoy hobbies such as golf, hiking, cooking, and reading. Kathleen also dedicates time to volunteering with local charities.

Quinn Im is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 25 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. He has worked with IC Advisory Services, Inc. and The Investment Center, Inc. since 2009. Outside of advising, he is an avid photographer with over 25 years of experience pursuing this interest personally. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutions. The firm offers a wide range of advisory and brokerage services supported by various investment programs and research resources.

June Scortino is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 11 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, and Invest Financial Corporation. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through both advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, access to model wealth portfolios, third-party asset management, and a range of brokerage and insurance products via its integrated platform.

Walter Dziedzic is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at UBS Bank USA and UBS Financial Services Inc. from 2017 to 2025. 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 combines research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources with diversification and modern portfolio theory to support its advisory solutions.