Michael Cocco is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Nutley, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and over 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, AXA Advisors, since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, Cocco serves on the boards of the Penn State Alumni Association and the Montclair Public Library Foundation, contributing to nonprofit programming and fundraising efforts. 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, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to implement client recommendations.

Jeffrey Mandell is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2009. He also has a concurrent affiliation with Bank of America, N.A. since 2006. 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.

Gloria Gargiulo is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has spent much of her career with various Wells Fargo entities since 2013. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and sports & entertainment planning, using proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored client recommendations.

Sherry Swenson is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 31 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 1987. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved with the Indian Hills High School Boys Soccer Boosters Association as a fundraiser and alumni member. 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 uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Mauro Puello is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been in the industry since 2025 and previously worked at Total Deployment Solutions, The Wright Star, FX Trading Academy, and Cardinal Bridge LLC. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional investors, and municipal entities, and offers a range of financial planning, investment consulting, and municipal advisory services.

Thomas Divito Jr. is a financial advisor with Merrill in Paramus, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Merrill since 2007 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. 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 to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm integrates strategic asset allocation and tax-aware strategies, supported by Bank of America’s trading and custody infrastructure.

Matthew Brogan is a financial advisor with Merrill in Paramus, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and its parent Bank of America since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he holds a power of attorney position for an entity named F A B based in Beach Haven, New Jersey. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

William Conklin is a CFP® professional with 33 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at OSAIC since 2018 and previously spent 25 years at Signator Investors, Inc. In addition to his advisory work, he serves as a member of the Open Space Committee in Ringwood, NJ. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money managers.

Michael Szalkiewicz is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Rutherford, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Rutherford Futbol Club. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals approaching or in retirement with specific asset criteria, providing detailed recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines algorithmic automation and research-driven modeling to deliver tailored, non-discretionary advice through a centralized consulting team.

Ernest Mathewson is a CFP® credentialed financial advisor with 33 years of industry experience. He is affiliated with Cetera and has been with Cetera Wealth Services, LLC since 2013. Mathewson is also involved with Financial Network, a financial services business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services through a large network of independent advisors across multiple program structures.

Glenn Cohen is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at Edward Jones for 10 years before joining LPL Financial in 2019. 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 offers financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement plan consulting, with access to model portfolios, third-party research, and various portfolio management options.

Kenneth Helman is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2016 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. 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 institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and develops tailored recommendations using proprietary research and planning tools.

Mary Jo Kerrigan is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with five years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc./Bank of America for ten years and Equitable Advisors, LLC for one year. Beyond her advisory role, she serves as a board member of the Rensselaer Newman Foundation and is Co-President of the Washington Elementary Home School Association. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, enhanced by research, model portfolios, and various investment strategies.

James Dimitriou is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Paramus, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2011. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and consulting services, employing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Richard Miskewitz is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has worked with LPL Financial since 2006 and has been affiliated with Heritage Investment Partners, LLP since 2008. Outside of his advisory roles, he is involved in the sale of long-term care, universal and term life insurance, as well as fixed annuities. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including access to model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and advanced portfolio management technologies.

Paul Randazzo is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management specializing in serving service-based business owners. He focuses on aligning business and personal finances into coordinated plans aimed at simplifying complex financial situations, protecting assets, and creating strategies for business continuity and legacy. Paul works with clients to develop tailored solutions that include continuity and succession planning, wealth optimization, asset protection, and legacy planning. His approach aims to reduce reliance on the business owner, enabling clients to achieve more time and freedom while providing a clear roadmap for long-term confidence. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Rowan University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional work, Paul enjoys activities such as boxing, fishing, football, pickleball, traveling, and watching movies.

Matthew Kraft is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Paramus, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He worked at Bank of America, NA for 18 years before joining UBS in 2017. He has a role with City Coast Trust with no expected duties unless specific conditions occur. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory services, including portfolio management and financial planning. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, using proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor strategies to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Donald Rifkin is a CFP® professional affiliated with LPL Financial, based in Hackensack, NJ, with 26 years of industry experience. He previously spent 15 years at Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc. and has operated his own CPA practice since 1989. Rifkin also serves in fiduciary roles unrelated to investment advising. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a broad network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers various advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and advanced technologies to support diversified investment strategies.

Sarah Ricca is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 16 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Ricca serves as a trustee and partner in investment-related businesses outside of her advisory role. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets through a structured planning process and a range of advisory programs.

Sean Powers is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 24 years of industry experience. He is currently with Fidelity Investments and Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors, where he has worked since 2008. He is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides a range of investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm employs a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, including serving as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies.