Gerald Dubey is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Hartford, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 54 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a Trustee Emeritus for the Connecticut River Museum, a maritime museum and foundation. 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 utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor strategies to clients' goals and risk tolerances.

Alma Kruh is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1997 and has concurrently worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Merrill, alongside 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Christopher Ciaburri is a financial advisor with Merrill in Hartford, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2000. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes internal and third-party investment models and supports various asset allocation approaches, including tax-aware strategies.

Hannah Perez is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. She has previously worked at The Herbst Group, LLC, Barnum Financial Group, Alku, and Merrimack College. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers a broad range of retail and institutional services.

Jason Ruimerman is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at City National Bank, RBC Capital Markets, and Lord, Abbett & Co. LLC. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs with tailored investment strategies, leveraging a range of in-house and third-party managers alongside integrated capital markets and lending capabilities.

Eric Gibbs is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity since 2018. With a career spanning over 20 years, he has accumulated extensive experience in financial consulting roles at various companies including Voya, Prudential, and Quest Capital Strategies, where he additionally served as a Contracted Field Compliance Officer. Throughout his career, Eric has developed a skill set focused on understanding client goals and providing tailored financial advice. His professional journey reflects a commitment to helping clients navigate financial planning and investment strategies. Raised as the son of an Air Force Veteran, Eric attended Department of Defense Schools and lived in multiple countries including Thailand, England, Italy, and Germany, gaining exposure to diverse cultures and perspectives. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys fishing, hiking, skiing, outdoor adventures, and volunteering.

Andrew Barresi is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Lincoln Financial Distributors and Fidelity Investments, as well as experience outside finance at the Adams & Welch Restaurant Association and Giovannis Bakery. He has also been affiliated with the University of Connecticut. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, offering discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolios built using proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic construction. The firm is registered as a commodity pool operator, serves multiple registered investment companies, and utilizes algorithmic methods and AI in its investment process.

Tanya Poulin is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of experience, including six years in the industry holding a Series 66 designation. She has been with Merrill since 2014. 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, and various institutional investors.

Tyra Ellison is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Tyra focuses on helping clients pursue personal goals such as funding education, planning for retirement, managing potential healthcare costs, and creating personalized long-term financial plans. Her approach takes into account clients’ unique perspectives and priorities to bring clarity and transparency to the wealth management process. She earned a Bachelor's Degree from Pace University.

Michael Mendillo Jr. is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He previously worked for Commonwealth Financial Network and Lobo & Pascale Wealth Management, LLC for 11 years. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports a wide advisor network with specialized municipal and retirement plan advisory services.

Trey Robbins is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2023. He has held various roles within Fidelity Investments, including Investment Solutions Consultant from 2020 to 2023, Investment Solutions Representative in 2020, Interim Client Services Help Desk from 2019 to 2020, and Customer Relationship Advocate from 2018 to 2019. Prior to joining Fidelity, Trey worked as a Financial Professional at Integrity Financial Group from 2017 to 2018 and as a Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual from 2016 to 2017. Trey holds a California Insurance License, enabling him to provide financial and insurance-related services. His approach centers on creating financial plans that simplify clients' lives and help them focus on their priorities. Outside of his professional commitments, Trey enjoys cooking and baking, family activities, fitness, exploring food as a foodie, gardening, and singing.

Jeffrey Ratner is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked at Royal Alliance Associates, Sii, and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

James Sleight is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, overseeing and coordinating the financial affairs for a select group of families, retirees, corporate executives, and business owners in central Connecticut and nationwide. With 25 years of experience delivering advice and guidance, he focuses on understanding the needs of the families he serves to become a trusted advisor. His areas of expertise include investment management, lending, retirement planning, insurance, estate trust, and philanthropic services, along with socially responsible and ESG investing. Mr. Sleight holds a Bachelor's Degree from Western Kentucky University and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He emphasizes personalized financial strategies tailored to clients’ long-term goals and maintains a high level of personal service through timely communication and availability. Beyond his professional role, James is involved in the community, volunteering with West Hartford Girls Softball. His personal interests include baseball, camping, football, hiking, music, reading, and traveling.

Catherine Crosby serves as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She brings over a decade of experience as a CPA, applying her expertise in tax planning and investment strategy to develop personalized financial plans for her clients. Her professional focus areas include family wealth management strategies, women and wealth, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Catherine earned her bachelor's degree from Gonzaga University and holds an MBA in Finance from Babson College. She holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Her background in public accounting and finance forms the foundation of her approach to guiding clients through complex financial decisions. Beyond her financial advisory role, Catherine is involved in community organizations, serving as Co-Chair of the Young Professionals Group for Big Brother Big Sister of Eastern Massachusetts and participating in the Estate and Business Planning Council of Hartford. She enjoys activities such as pickleball, reading, skiing, yoga, and spending time with her family.

Pedro Martinez is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at VOYA Financial Advisors and Wells Fargo. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm utilizes proprietary fundamental research combined with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, delivering model portfolios that incorporate mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Thomas Salvo is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2023. In his role, he collaborates with clients to design and implement financial strategies tailored to their individual stories, goals, and concerns. He assists clients in evaluating their financial situations, potential exposures, and provides recommendations aligned with their objectives. Thomas supports clients through the implementation phase and offers ongoing adjustments to help them remain on track toward their financial goals. He has considerable experience in the financial services industry, with positions including Senior Wealth Strategist at Barnum Financial Group from 2021 to 2023, Financial Planner at Prudential Securities from 2020 to 2021, and earlier roles such as Wealth Strategist at Barnum Financial Group from 2011 to 2020, and Financial Consultant at New York Life in 2011. Outside of his professional work, Thomas has interests in art, golf, hiking, pets, sailing, and tennis.

Ryan Arseneault is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at VHB, LPL Enterprise, and The Prudential Insurance Company of America. He holds a degree from Bryant University. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored for individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing detailed written Recommendation Reports that incorporate income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver personalized advice, with a focus on assets held in Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Noemi Rodriguez is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding a Series 66 credential and 21 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Voya Financial Partners and VOYA Financial Advisors. Rodriguez serves as the President of Prospanica Connecticut, a nonprofit organization focused on supporting Hispanic professionals through networking and career development events. She is also a trustee for a special needs trust for a family member. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering goal-based analyses across a broad range of financial planning topics without discretionary trading authority. The firm allows clients to integrate planning with managed accounts under a consolidated billing option while keeping services separate.

Christopher De Matteo is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill, based in Hartford, CT, and has nine years of industry experience. He worked at Merrill from 2015 to 2021 and again starting in 2022, with a one-year tenure at Intsel Steel East in between. Outside of his advisory role, he officiates basketball games at local recreational leagues and participates as a board member of The D. Family Foundation Inc., a nonprofit established in honor of his late brother that awards scholarships. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with both model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Thomas Bivona is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at City National Bank, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Prudential Equity Group. He serves on the board of directors for the Arthritis Foundation Connecticut, where he helps organize fundraising events. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations with a range of advisory programs that offer portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm uses a tailored approach based on clients’ risk profiles and includes both in-house and third-party investment managers.