Mariann Cheung Lee is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 26 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS Financial Services Inc. since 2007. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a blend of brokerage and advisory services, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations in client planning.

David Laster is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 66 license with 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2018 and previously spent seven years at Merrill. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate entities. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, managed solutions, and affiliated investment products, supported by a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Dana West is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise in 2024, Dana worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, HSBC Securities (USA) Inc., and Morgan Stanley. Dana is actively involved in nonprofit work, serving as a board member of the Binghamton University Alumni Association and volunteering with the Greater Hudson Valley Council of BSA Scouts USA. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities through a network of investment adviser representatives. The firm uses model-driven investment strategies and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and various affiliated trust, insurance, and lending services.

John Maracich is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked previously at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Maracich acts in a fiduciary capacity for private trusts in White Plains, NY. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate entities. The firm’s investment approach is model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and trustee services.

Jeffrey Klein is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in Elmsford, NY. He holds the CFP® designation and Series 63 license, with 26 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at METLIFE Securities Inc and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company. In addition to advising, he is involved in outside insurance sales covering life, health, fixed annuities, long-term care, and disability income products. MassMutual Investors Services operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm uses a collaborative, annual planning process with firm-approved analytical tools and offers specialized planning programs, including recent additions like Divorce Planning.

Dennis Lavin is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 designation and over 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera since 2006 and also operates Lavin & Associates, a tax and accounting services firm serving clients in the New York tri-state area, where he is a partner and CPA. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves a diverse client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management options and reported over $256 billion in assets under management across more than 10,000 advisors.

Jacob Lynne is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Pleasantville, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2024. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he worked at the University of Miami and has experience with Lacrosse Unlimited and the Ridgefield School District. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement income planning advice. The firm’s approach integrates investment research and algorithmic tools to address asset allocation and tax-aware withdrawal strategies within a defined investment universe.

Rita Esquenazi is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Her previous roles include positions at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, offering multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Douglas Lipman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Tarrytown, NY, holding Series 63 and 65 licenses and possessing 30 years of industry experience. He has been associated with The Capital Preserve, Inc. since 2005 and worked at Linsco/Private Ledger Corp. from 2002 to the present, as well as National Planning Corporation from 2000 to 2002. Lipman spends a small portion of his time on the sale of non-variable insurance products. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting strategies through both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Luciano Dela Cruz is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of experience in the industry. His prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Morgan Stanley. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and integrates advisory offerings with various financial products and referral channels.

Edward Book Jr. is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors located in Oakland, NJ. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has two years of industry experience. Prior to his advisory role, he held positions at Mondelez International and L’Oréal USA, and he serves in the Air Force. Outside of his advisory duties, he is a partner and owner of Alpha Investment Properties, LLC. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients through about 3,698 advisors. The firm relies on model-driven strategies created by unaffiliated managers and offers a range of portfolio options supported by BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing for trade execution and custody.

Paul Gabbianelli is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Franklin Lakes, NJ. He holds Series 63 and 65 licenses and has 32 years of industry experience. His prior career includes 18 years at Cetera and operating Paul Gabbianelli & Associates for over four decades. Gabbianelli is also involved in tax preparation and mortgage services through other business activities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Austin Dickson is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Thor Specialties and has been involved with Sacred Heart University in various roles. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction across a variety of investment vehicles.

Frank Rodriguez is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Peekskill, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Lakeland Capital Management. Outside of finance, he is developing a fiction novel under a pseudonym and plans to publish and market the book through various outlets. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments, focusing on non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting supported by centralized due diligence and a manager solutions team.

Thomas Kingsley is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses. His prior work includes roles at Bloomberg Tradebook, Guidepoint, Alphasights, Third Bridge, Gerson Lehrman Group, and Telk Group. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, and it is noted for its use of algorithmic methods and formal advisory roles within Fidelity’s institutional wealth platform.

Scott Faye is a financial advisor at Cetera with 27 years of industry experience. He holds the PFS™ designation as well as Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. In addition to his advisory role, he operates a tax preparation business under Scott J Faye CPA PC, which has been active since 1991. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services and operates a multi-manager platform that provides numerous investment program options and access to third-party managers.

Steven Fuchs is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has held roles at several firms including Morgan Stanley DW Inc., Capital One Financial Advisors LLC, and Essex National Securities, LLC. His career also includes involvement with Meadows Home Care LLC and Hudson Valley Hoosiers. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm utilizes a centralized due diligence process combining quantitative and qualitative research and offers capabilities in derivatives and commodities through various regulatory registrations.

Daniel Borenstein is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on understanding the individual priorities and financial goals of his clients to develop tailored strategies that address their needs. His approach involves comprehensive discussions about goals, concerns, and questions, providing ongoing advice and guidance as client circumstances evolve. Daniel's expertise covers a broad spectrum including general investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unexpected financial events. Holding professional designations such as Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), he leverages his credentials to offer informed financial advice. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from New York University.

Daniel Juechter is a CFP® professional with 38 years of experience in the financial industry. He is currently with Cetera and has worked in various roles at First Allied and Hunter Financial Advisors, which he owns and operates. He also serves as a consultant at Oxford Risk Management Group and holds insurance-related independent contractor roles. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account structures.

Christopher Fahey is a CFP® with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2025. He previously worked at Edward Jones for 10 years. Fahey serves on the Board of Trustees for Ave Maria University. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary retirement recommendations through a centralized consulting team.