Sara Kazarian is a financial advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co. in Florham Park, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Wells Fargo Advisors. She is part of The DDK Group, a team within Baird’s Private Wealth Management practice that serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The group offers customized financial planning and portfolio management services, utilizing various strategies including separately managed accounts and overlay services.

Connor Brady is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Morristown, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Eaton Vance Management, Eaton Vance Distributors, Cantor Fitzgerald, and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Outside of his advisory work, he is employed as a caddie at Somerset Hills Country Club. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process involves structured discovery and firm-approved tools, utilizing proprietary modeling techniques without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Jeffrey Valle is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Bloomsbury, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999, including its predecessor AXA Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Valle is the sole owner and managing partner of The Falcon Financial Group LLC, an outside insurance business. 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 operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, combining advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to implement client recommendations.

Sangeetha Senthil is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and UBS Financial Services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a wide range of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured financial planning tools, including Monte Carlo simulations and secular return estimates, while generally acting in an advisory capacity for plans.

Silvia Rodriguez Coda is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. She has been associated with Bank of America and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated for 15 years. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services 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.

Adam Nicot is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo Advisors and its affiliates since 2013. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment and financial planning services tailored to clients who meet a net-worth threshold, utilizing Wells Fargo research and planning tools.

Edward Doyle is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with LPL Financial in Florham Park, NJ, bringing 46 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 1989. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research and model portfolios.

Edwin Kulawiak II is a financial advisor at Cetera with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with Cetera and related entities since 2001. In addition to his advisory role, he owns and operates a tax practice, Nerenberg & Kulawiak, Inc., where he provides income tax preparation, business bookkeeping, payroll preparation, and tax and business consulting services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with various program options and affiliations supporting its scale and product offerings.

Eric Woo is a CFP® with 32 years of experience in the financial industry, currently with RBC Capital Markets, where he has worked since 2018. His prior experience includes positions at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, he is the owner of CrashDummies LLC, a for-profit business that involves selling items on various online platforms. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs with customizable portfolio management solutions using a combination of in-house and third-party managers.

Amy Cooke is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. with 20 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC, and Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Director of Special Events for Commercial Real Estate Women of NJ. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients through a combination of wrap fee programs, managed accounts, and financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options supported by centralized custody and investment research.

Nykia Wharton is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Wells Fargo in various capacities since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, Wharton is involved as a certified running coach, group fitness instructor, yoga instructor, and spring track coach for children. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients through a broad planning menu and tailored recommendations supported by Wells Fargo research and tools. The firm offers both brokerage and advisory program options, integrating financial products and planning services across multiple channels.

Michael Cardali is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Morristown, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors in 2018, he was self-employed for one year and worked at Axa Advisors, LLC for two years. He also serves as a principal and consultant in general business management, information technology, and the automotive retail service industry. 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 operates a hybrid referral and implementation model that integrates advisory and brokerage channels to tailor services according to client goals and risk tolerance.

Stephen Vecchione is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with 29 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation and has been with MassMutual and its subsidiary MML Investors Services since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as the owner of Statera Advisors, LLC, which offers various life and health insurance products. MML Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, emphasizing collaborative, goal-based planning and offering specialized services such as divorce and estate-settlement planning.

Paul Ciavarella is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and has 17 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Allied Wealth Partners, Minnesota Life Insurance Company, Securian Financial Services, Forest Financial Group, Guardian, and Park Ave Securities. Outside of financial services, he is an independent contractor in the service industry and serves on the advisory board of the Wayne Lions Club. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of investment programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management and access to third-party money managers.

Elizabeth Camp is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Morristown, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation with 22 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2009 and within Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process using firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Dorana Brunhammer is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Primerica Advisors since 2011 and also operates Handmade Events, LLC, a company that provides handmade decorations and premium gifts for large events. Additionally, she has been involved with the American Red Cross since 2001. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, which includes model-delivery strategies and selectively managed accounts for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and employs a tiered wrap-fee structure for its services.

Thomas Gibbons is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 30 years of experience in personalized investment planning and retirement services. He holds FINRA Series 7, 63, and 65 registrations, licenses for Life, Accident, and Health Insurance and Variable Annuities, and is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) Practitioner. His expertise includes college education planning, divorce transition planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income strategies. Thomas earned a Bachelor's Degree from Seton Hall University and has developed a client service model based on integrity, objective advice, attention to detail, and a strong focus on each client's unique financial needs. He provides integrated wealth management, planning, and retirement services to individuals, families, and small businesses, helping clients pursue their long-term financial goals through personalized strategies. Outside of his professional role, Thomas is actively involved in his local community. He has served on various non-profit boards and volunteered in activities including coaching youth sports such as baseball, basketball, and softball, participating in community soup kitchens, Habitat for Humanity, and serving as a swim team parent and league official. He shares an interest in athletics and physical fitness with his wife and two children, strengthening family bonds through regular exercise together.

Nicholas Salamone is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Morristown, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2012 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm provides tailored financial planning and a range of investment services supported by firm-approved planning tools and resources.

John Mazza is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 63 license with 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2016, currently serving as a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in water extraction and mold remediation activities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that incorporates firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Brian Irving is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 48 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2024, he worked for 16 years at Triad Advisors, Inc. He is also the owner of Brybeck Financial, a financial planning and investment advising business he founded in 1985, and provides life insurance settlement services through Highland Brokerage. OSAIC serves a diverse range of clients including individual, high-net-worth, pension, corporate, and charitable investors through a large network of affiliated advisors. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and multiple advisory platforms to provide tailored portfolio management solutions.