Orlando Houston is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Equitable Advisors since 2011, previously working at Axa Advisors. Outside of advising, he is the owner of Square Compass LLC, a published book author, and serves as a board member of Kappa Alpha Pse Fraternity Inc. 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 third-party managers and LPL programs. The firm operates a hybrid advisory and brokerage model, emphasizing tailored client plans and a combination of discretionary and non-discretionary investment management.

Christopher Marziotto is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Pittsburgh, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Annuities Distributors, Pruco Securities, and Crump Life Insurance Services. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative, annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved analytical tools and also provides specialized services such as divorce planning and employer-sponsored programs.

Andrew Wallisch is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Pittsburgh, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Raymond James Financial Services and a year at AirBNB. He is also involved with FC Financial Services, an entity associated with his LPL business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management strategies supported by in-house and third-party research.

Derek Heuler is a financial advisor with Cetera in Pittsburgh, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Federated Global Investment Management Corp and related entities for over a decade, as well as at First National Bank of Pennsylvania. Heuler is also a wealth advisor for First National Trust Company and FNB Investment Advisors Inc, though he does not make investment decisions or participate in transaction execution. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform featuring discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, access to third-party money managers, and a range of program structures supported by over 10,000 advisors and $256 billion in assets under management.

Alison Miller is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC for five years and The Ayco Company, L.P./Mercer Allied for six years. Alison is based in Pittsburgh, PA. 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 strategies to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Dara Ferchak is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. She has been associated with PFS Investments, Inc. since 2011 and Primerica Financial Services since 2000. Outside of advisory work, she owns Ferchak And Associates, an investment-related business, and works as a substitute teacher. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and selectively managed accounts. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure rather than fixed fees.

Rachel Yovich is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Morgan Stanley for seven years before joining Merrill in 2022. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in Meet Bub, LLC, a family-owned farm agriculture business focused on raising animals and producing educational farming videos. 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.

Robert Magee is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and its affiliate entities since 2013 and is the owner of Magee Investment Associates Inc. In addition to his advisory work, he serves as president and sole shareholder of Family Financial Physicians LLC and is an insurance agent selling life, health, disability, accident, and property and casualty insurance. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services through a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party managers, providing a range of program options and custodial relationships.

Anthony Sciulli is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America since 2013 and joined LPL Enterprise in 2024. Sciulli is also involved with health benefits businesses, including Three Rivers Health Benefits, LLC. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and institutional clients, offering advisory and brokerage services supported by model portfolios, third-party asset managers, and integrated insurance products.

James Alderson is a financial advisor with Robert Baird & Co. in Pittsburgh, PA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Robert Baird & Co., he worked at Hefren Tillotson. Robert Baird & Co.’s DDK Group, where Alderson is based, operates within the Private Wealth Management department, serving individuals, corporate and business clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning, portfolio management, and brokerage services using a combination of manager-traded and model-traded strategies, supported by internal research and advanced tools such as artificial intelligence.

Jessica Sidary Lepore is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Monroeville, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2018 and previously worked at PNC Bank and PNC Investments from 2016 to 2018. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning services supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Michael Goodworth is a Wealth Management Advisor and managing partner of Craig-Goodworth & Associates at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, and portfolio management services. Michael is focused on strengthening existing client relationships while cultivating new opportunities, and he applies strategic decisions informed by ongoing market developments to optimize client outcomes. With over two decades of experience, Michael provides a personalized approach to wealth management, prioritizing an understanding of clients' ambitions to tailor plans that support both short and long-term financial goals. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Penn State University and maintains several FINRA registrations including Series 7, 31, 63, and 65. Additionally, he has earned professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional responsibilities, Michael spends time with his wife Heather and their four children. His personal interests include biking, gardening, and skiing.

Michael Wargo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Murrysville, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and over 31 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2021, he worked at Waddell & Reed, Inc. and various insurance carriers. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Rotary International District 7300, the Monroeville Foundation, and the Ohio State Alumni Association. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, and institutions through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by in-house and third-party research.

Hunter Anderson is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2024. Prior to his current role, he held various positions including roles at Aldi USA, First National Bank of Pennsylvania, and Pennsylvania State University. 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 uses a hybrid referral and implementation model, combining advisory and brokerage channels to tailor services based on client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizons.

Dylan Dluhos is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Pittsburgh, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 15 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at AXA Advisors, Key Investment Services, KeyBank, and PNC Bank. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, and institutions, providing financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs. The firm works extensively through LPL-sponsored programs and third-party managers to deliver advisory and brokerage solutions.

Michael Carretta is a CFP® professional with over 31 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. He previously worked with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 26 years. Outside of his advisory role, Carretta serves on the Board of Directors for the Clear Thoughts Foundation, teaches retirement planning courses part-time at Robert Morris University, and provides pro bono financial guidance through the CFP Board Wings for Widows program. Ameriprise is an institutional firm offering a retirement-income planning service for clients generally holding at least $1 million in investable assets, delivering written recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis in a centralized consulting approach, with an emphasis on Ameriprise-managed accounts and algorithmic automation to support tailored retirement income recommendations.

Douglas Richey is a CFP® professional with 29 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2020 and previously spent 12 years at Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation. Outside of his primary advisory role, he is involved with RD Marketing Group, a non-variable insurance business. 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 retirement plan consulting, utilizing model portfolios and research from both internal and third-party sources.

Dale Austin is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. for 13 years. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as CEO of Service Wealth Management, where he manages investment products, life insurance, and annuities. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisors. The firm employs a range of asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to manage portfolios across multiple investment types on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Stephen Lucas is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Mars, PA, holding a Series 63 designation and 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and its affiliated entities since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he operates an independent insurance agency serving various insurance companies. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent professionals, providing a range of portfolio management and model-based solutions tailored to client objectives.

Stephen Dristas is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Pittsburgh, PA, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and having 10 years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Energy Harbor, Wectec Staffing Services, and Rolls-Royce. Outside of advising, he is a partner and lead engineer at Seed Aquaponics, LLC, and works as a driver for Uber. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program serving primarily individual investors, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm utilizes model-driven strategies managed by third-party asset managers and supports trade execution and custody through BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing.