Samuel Ceceri is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Cranston, Rhode Island. He holds a Series 66 designation and has two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Pruco Securities LLC and the Lane Ceceri Group, as well as earlier employment at country clubs and the University of Rhode Island. 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 advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Alex Palermo is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held roles at Pitney Bowes, Gillette Stadium, and Bryant University among others. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs using systematic, algorithm-driven methodologies.

Gina Leclair is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She joined the firm in 2009 and provides investment management and financial advice to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit organizations. Gina focuses on developing personalized strategies to help clients achieve goals such as targeted savings, long-term wealth accumulation, retirement planning, and wealth transfer planning. Gina has significant expertise in retirement and workplace benefits consulting, with specializations in executive compensation and defined contribution plans. She integrates these areas into comprehensive financial strategies tailored to meet the needs of her clients. Her professional credentials include the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA) designations. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Bryant University. Outside of her professional work, Gina is involved with the Community Preparatory School. Her personal interests include cooking, dancing, gardening, and music.

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 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, his work history includes roles in education and telecommunications, as well as involvement with collegiate entrepreneurship. 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 across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm also serves as a registered commodity pool operator and advisor to multiple registered investment companies.

Matthew Aspeel is a financial advisor at Fidelity with one year of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at various organizations, including Amazing Charts and Dr. Day Care. Outside of his advisory work, he submits short fiction as an author for Short Story Publications. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage a range of portfolios, including fund advisory and model portfolios delivered to intermediary platforms.

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.

Paula Tavares is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 17 years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Morgan Stanley, Sylvia & Company, Voya Financial Advisors, and Cetera Wealth Services. She is also actively involved as a secretary at St. James St. John School and participates in organizing events for the Women's Fund, a nonprofit organization. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services with access to multiple program structures and third-party money managers.

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.