Charbel Abou Naoum is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America and Rhode Island College, as well as a current position at Aldi. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Palmieri is a Senior Financial Advisor and Portfolio Manager at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he constructs custom portfolios that may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill Lynch model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies to help clients pursue their financial goals in a tax-efficient manner. He works closely with clients through each phase of life, assisting them in defining their financial objectives and crafting strategies tailored to meet those goals. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, John gained experience at Ernst & Young in the Entrepreneurial Services Group and at the law firm Thacher Proffitt & Wood. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Villanova University and a Juris Doctorate from Fordham University School of Law. John is also a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional work, John is involved in community activities such as Barrington Little League, Barrington Youth Soccer, and Metrowest Basketball Association. His personal interests include chess, golfing, skiing, and spending time with his family.

Matthew Lee is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 10 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, he sells trading cards on eBay. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm employs a systematic investment approach combining fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Matthew Phipps is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Citizens Securities, Inc., Merrill Lynch, and Securian Financial Services. He also has a background in the hospitality industry through a role at Matunuck Oyster Bar. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio construction. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction in its investment approach.

David Dubois is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes various roles at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and Granite Telecommunications. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Matthew Aspeel is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held various roles including authoring short fiction under the name Short Story Publications. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and advisory solutions.

Benjamin Prokos is a financial advisor at Merrill with two years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to his current role, he has worked at Bank of America, Bain Capital, Harvard Management Company, and Spinnaker Capital. He has also been involved with the Law Office of Frank Prokos and Northeastern University in various capacities. 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Adam Crawford is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Techglobal Inc., Fathom Resources, and Boston University. 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 institutional investors.

Michael Langton is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 63 designation and 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored written recommendations. The firm delivers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Bryan Schmeling is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial For Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Stewardship and Education Chair at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and is a board member of the Scituate Business Association in Rhode Island. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based financial analyses covering a broad range of planning topics, delivered primarily through non-discretionary planning engagements.

David Martin is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. David works at Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm integrates proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and advisory services.

Jennifer Costa is a financial advisor at Fidelity with credentials including Series 63 and Series 66 and four years of industry experience. Her background includes roles at Fidelity Investments and Amazon.com Services Inc, as well as nearly a decade at Mass Audubon. She also contributes to Harvard Business Review Advisory, providing feedback and input on content and research. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, employing a process that combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to create model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Alex Rampone is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at the University of Rhode Island and held positions in the hospitality and retail sectors. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and it serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Gregg Cook Jr. is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Cranston, RI, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2021, he worked at DoorDash and owned a hospitality business, Roccos Pub and Grub. He also spent four years at La Salle Academy High School. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, with a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on written recommendations and tax-aware withdrawal strategies for clients nearing or in retirement. The firm’s approach incorporates investment research, third-party data, and proprietary tools within a framework influenced by affiliated product partnerships.

Steven Lucas is a Series 66 designated advisor with Merrill in Riverside, RI, where he has worked since 2009. He has 19 years of industry experience and has been associated with both Merrill and Bank of America during this time. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party portfolio managers.

Lauren Brennan is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 12 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with UBS Financial Services in Providence, RI. She has been with UBS since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as secretary and board member for the Community Boating Center, a nonprofit focused on public water access and student sailing programs in Providence. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and advisory offerings. The firm integrates proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment solutions and combines wealth management with institutional trading capabilities.

Peter Joyce is a financial advisor with Merrill holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2025, he worked at Bank of America, N.A. for four years and has experience in the travel and real estate sectors. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Lucas Maloney is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Before joining Fidelity, his background includes roles in the restaurant industry and a position at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Robert Bekerian is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. His previous work includes roles at Northwestern Mutual and Alku, as well as various positions in education and hospitality. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio construction. The firm combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative and algorithmic strategies and holds registrations uncommon among large institutional peers.

Francis Fredrick is a Series 66 registered advisor with Merrill, beginning his tenure in 2024. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked for over a decade at Dave's Fresh Marketplace. Merrill, along 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 using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal teams and third-party managers.