Parker Hoch is a financial advisor at OSAIC with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously with Lincoln Financial Advisors and Lincoln Financial Distributors. In addition to his advisory role, Hoch offers accident and health insurance, disability insurance, fixed annuities, fixed indexed annuities, and traditional life insurance. OSAIC is a large wealth management firm serving retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform that provides brokerage and advisory services, including comprehensive financial planning and retirement plan consulting. The firm uses a model-based investment approach with asset allocation and portfolio optimization tools and supports discretionary and advisor-managed strategies.

Qiadong Zhao is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding CFP® and ChFC® designations, and has 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2013, with prior experience at LPL Financial and Cathay Bank. 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 clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services through a large network of independent advisors, utilizing a multi-manager platform with access to various investment strategies and program structures.

Andrew Shakespeare is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise in Brooklyn, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 20 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at JP Morgan Securities, Equitable Advisors, and MassMutual Life Insurance Company, among others. 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 employs a model-driven investment approach, offers access to third-party asset managers, and operates an affiliated insurance agency alongside trust and lending services.

Laura Ray is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 23 years of industry experience. She previously worked at RBC Capital Markets for 10 years before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2022. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Candice Epp is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and Wells Fargo Clearing. 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 offers model-based and discretionary strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Pamela Pirone Benson is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 12 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Fidelity since 2013, including roles at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors from 2018 to 2025. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, employing systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation benchmarks.

Emily Fissel is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding the CFP® and ChFC® designations and has 12 years of industry experience. She has been associated with New Providence Financial, LLC since 2010 and worked at Pruco Securities, LLC from 2010 to 2024. LPL Enterprise serves a broad client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach, offering financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and participation in wrap programs, while also providing insurance and trustee services through affiliated entities.

Carla Oliveira is a financial advisor at Cetera with 14 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked at Foresters Financial Services from 2015 to 2019. Outside of her advisory role, she is a 100% owner of a rental property. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services, featuring a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers, supporting various investment strategies and account structures.

Justin Martys is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans and portfolio management to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Fernando Rivera is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 22 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Merrill and NWSe Deutsche Bank Wealth Management. Beyond his advisory role, he has worked part-time as a warehouse machine operator at an Amazon fulfillment center. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Christian Foli is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and possessing 27 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at TDAmeritrade Inc., Charles Schwab, and PNC Wealth Management. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers services such as financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and participation in a wrap program.

Iryna Grach is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and over 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Bank of America and Merrill since 2013. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Michael Holden is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in Red Bank, New Jersey. He began his career in 2007 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2010. He formed the CH Wealth Management Group in 2018 and works with corporate executives, professional business owners, and limited partners from venture-capital and private-equity funds. Michael collaborates with specialists within Bank of America and Merrill Lynch to develop customized strategies addressing the complexities of clients' financial lives. Michael holds a Bachelor's degree from Franklin & Marshall College and has earned multiple professional designations including Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC). He was named to the 2025 Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" list. Michael is involved with the Franklin & Marshall College New Jersey Alumni Chapter. Outside of his professional activities, he enjoys cooking, football, golfing, skiing, and spending time with his family.

William Hellmers II is a financial advisor with Osaic who holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 42 years of industry experience. He has worked at Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. since 2002. Outside of advising, he is involved in tax preparation as a partner at Maiorano & Associates Inc. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a variety of brokerage and advisory programs supported by a model-based investment process and multiple platform arrangements.

Darren Lehrman is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has 29 years of industry experience, including roles at City National Bank and RBC Capital Markets over the past decade. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base ranging from individual investors to institutional clients. The firm offers multiple advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services tailored to each client's risk profile.

Ava Brown is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2025. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2017, progressing through roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, and Financial Representative. Ava is focused on working closely with clients to develop and implement financial strategies utilizing Fidelity Investment's resources to achieve their goals. Her professional experience spans several years within Fidelity Investments, where she has developed expertise in financial consulting and investment advisory services. Ava emphasizes attentive listening and collaboration in her approach to client financial well-being. Outside of her professional role, Ava's personal interests include cooking and baking, family activities, fitness, gardening, reading, and skiing.

Wanwen Wu is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, Wu worked at Bank of America and has held various roles including positions at educational institutions such as Baruch College. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

David Ferrell is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63 and 66 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services, Morgan Stanley, and Citigroup Global Markets. 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, utilizing a variety of investment strategies and operational tools, and oversees over $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Isaiah John is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and over five years of experience in financial services. His prior roles include positions at Empire State Realty Group, eXp Realty, and the U.S. Census Bureau. He is also involved with Vee International Inc., an outside business activity. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and limited discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure for its services.

James Galipean is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2026. Outside of his advisory role, he has experience as a caregiver and has worked in education at Kean University and Middlesex County College, as well as in the food service industry with Magliones Italian Ice. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm utilizes various program models and third-party asset managers, offering a range of investment options including mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.