Samuel Gaudio is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 16 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2015, he worked at Waddell & Reed from 2010 to 2015. He also serves as an instructor at the Community College of Allegheny County, a role he has held since 2013. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives, serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of financial planning and investment management options, including model portfolios and third-party asset management, supported by advisor tools and technology.

Anthony Anater is a CFP® professional with nine years of industry experience, currently serving at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA, where he has worked for ten years. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and a formal alternative-investment onboarding process.

John Wojtowicz is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 43 years of industry experience. He worked at Harvest Financial Corporation for 35 years before joining LPL Financial in 2023. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives, providing access to model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Joslyne Counselman is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Pittsburgh, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and having 12 years of industry experience. She has worked with Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member for Al's Bike Drive, supporting the Toys for Tots program in Western Pennsylvania, and is the chair and president of the North Allegheny Women's Association, a local social and charitable organization. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors, providing holistic, goal-based analyses across a range of financial topics. The firm’s approach separates planning from portfolio management and does not accept discretionary trading authority for its planning services.

Allen Long is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors based in Pittsburgh, PA. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 28 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC in 2009, his specific career history is not detailed. He has ownership interests in Heritage Seubert Financial, LLC and Seubert Financial, Inc., both investment-related businesses in Pittsburgh. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services, including retirement, education, risk, wealth transfer, and specialized areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs planning.

Carly Seneca is a CFP® with eight years of industry experience, currently serving at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2022. Her prior roles include positions at Pensionmark Securities, Harvest Financial, and BNY Mellon. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm operates through a large network of financial professionals and offers multiple platforms and proprietary model strategies under the Founders Gate Capital brand.

Matthew Mezmar is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 58 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations. The firm offers investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing research and analytics to evaluate investment options within a broad brokerage and advisory platform.

Bryan Byrd is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds a Series 66 designation, bringing nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation and has been involved with Robert Morris University as a coach since 2018. Outside of advising, he coaches sports and fitness at Robert Morris University. 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 and access to third-party asset management, utilizing various portfolio strategies through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Micah Larson is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Pittsburgh, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2018 and previously at AXA Advisors. Outside of advising, he serves as Treasurer on the Advisory Board of the Trade Institute of Pittsburgh and works as a life coach and consultant. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, institutions, and organizations. The firm delivers its services through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing a range of advisory programs and third-party asset managers.

Scott Slattery is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Cranberry Township, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2026, he held roles at The Huntington National Bank, The Huntington Investment Company, Citizens Securities, Inc., and Citizens Bank. Outside of finance, he operated Scott Slattery Photography for a decade. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Eric Fetterman is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pittsburgh, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and has been with 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. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Zachary Schwartz is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined The Schwartz Group in 2021, initially serving as a Client Associate before advancing to his current role. Zach applies his background in American politics and the US energy industry to his work, offering expertise in areas such as employee benefits planning, executive compensation, family wealth management, and socially responsible investing. Before transitioning into financial advising, Zach managed political campaigns for candidates across federal, state, and local levels, including executive, legislative, and judicial offices. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Muhlenberg College and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Fluent in English and Spanish, Zach emphasizes personalized financial strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances. Zach is active in community involvement, volunteering with organizations such as Pittsburgh Action Against Rape and Tree of Life Congregation. His personal interests include adventure sports, boating, cooking, dancing, reading, running, spending time with family, and writing.

Cole Chiappialle is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Pittsburgh, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and Telhio Credit Union. Outside of his advisory work, Chiappialle is also an author. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advice provided through a broad network of investment adviser representatives using a variety of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Paul Horan Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 16 years of industry experience. He previously worked at MML Investors Services and MassMutual, and has been involved with NCG Benefits since 2008. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, including model portfolios and institutional platforms.

Dena Karsin is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 36 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. since 2018 and with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 2013. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as an operations manager and sales assistant at Shorebridge Wealth Management in Pittsburgh. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting supported by analytical tools and maintains unique municipal advisory capabilities along with specialized programs such as the SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Kelly Kennedy is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 15 years of industry experience. She has worked at OSAIC since 2025 and previously spent 15 years with Lincoln Financial Advisors. Outside of her advisory role, she co-authored the book "Mastering Your Financial Success" and hosts an after-school running program at her child's school. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a wide range of financial planning and investment services supported by model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization tools, and a multi-advisor platform.

Garrett Temchulla is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and offering 12 years of industry experience. He has worked with Equitable Advisors since 2014 and was previously associated with Axa Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of a real estate and rentals business, GT Getaways, LLC. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base, including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs. The firm uses a range of advisory models and partners with third-party asset managers to deliver tailored investment solutions.

Taylor Dunkin is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Pittsburgh, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has three years of industry experience and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing for ten years. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Michael Kaczmarek is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors who holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC since 2008. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that offers investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services using proprietary research and tools, with clients able to implement recommendations through various brokerage or advisory programs.

Cassidy Carlson is a CFP® with eight years of industry experience currently working at Raymond James & Associates. Prior to joining Raymond James, she held positions at Robert Baird & Co. and Hefren Tillotson. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions with a focus on non-discretionary, tailored advice supported by extensive research and portfolio management options.