Garrett Morrison is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Woodbridge, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2017 and previously worked at AXA Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as power of attorney for his mother, assisting with her financial affairs. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes a range of advisory models implemented through both proprietary programs and third-party managers.

Anne Marie O'Connor is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and six years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, J.P. Morgan Chase Bank NA, and J.P. Morgan Chase. She also has experience outside finance, having worked at Barry's Bootcamp for one year. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, with clients retaining final decision-making authority. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research, may include an ESG framework, and benefits from broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Silvia Rodriguez Coda is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been associated with Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2011. 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 with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Adam Nicot is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2022, following six years at Wells Fargo Clearing and a year at Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment and fee-based financial planning services, utilizing Wells Fargo research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations across various specialized planning areas.

Peter Kaloustian is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Cranford, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 38 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial Services since 2008 and had a brief tenure at Cetera in 2019. Kaloustian is also involved with Flagstar Bank N.A. alongside his advisory role. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment options, including model portfolios and third-party asset management, supported by technology tools and a broad platform of non-advisory financial services.

Michael Ciorlian is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and its affiliate Bank of America, N.A. since 2022. Prior to his advisory role, he held various positions including work at Olde Queens Tavern and Rutgers University. 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 institutions.

Joseph Maccariello is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and the University of Delaware. He is also employed in tax services for multiple entities based in Staten Island and Springfield. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad mix of individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm operates through thousands of financial professionals and manages a multi-billion dollar asset base with access to multiple platforms and custodians.

Amy Cooke is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 20 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services for nine years. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Director of Special Events for the Commercial Real Estate Women of New Jersey, where she helps plan the annual golf outing. Charles Schwab serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment services supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational infrastructure.

Taulant Cela is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 credentials and 19 years of industry experience. He worked at J.P. Morgan Securities for 10 years before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2022. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a broader set of financial product offerings than typical large institutional advisers.

Nykia Wharton is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 25 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2022, following six years at Wells Fargo Clearing and three years at Ameriprise. Outside of her advisory role, she is a certified running coach, group fitness instructor, yoga instructor, and a spring track coach for children. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad planning menu and uses proprietary research and tools to develop tailored financial recommendations.

Dennis Ganley is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2022 and has been with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2017. Prior to that, he was employed at A&P/ACME for two years. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s process is driven by investment policy statements and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Gina Lessner is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 17 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2010. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Sophia Stuart Rockefeller is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She supports clients in areas including family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, women and wealth, and tax minimization. She holds professional designations such as Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). Sophia's diverse background includes a PhD in Physical Chemistry and academic experience at Dartmouth College, where she conducted research on magnetic nanoparticles for pancreatic cancer treatment. She has served as a finance manager in the US Air Force Reserves and founded a national and international business manufacturing freeze-dried snacks. Additionally, she established the Lady Boss Women Entrepreneurial Club, a community supporting over 2,500 women entrepreneurs. Her education encompasses degrees from Belarussian State University, the National Academy of Sciences, Southern New Hampshire University, and the Community College of the Air Force, as well as a certificate program from Dartmouth College. Sophia's interests include forts and castles from the 13th to 16th centuries, reading, traveling, cats, real estate, cooking, horseback riding, and spending time with her family.

Jarred Colaiacovo is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at Bank of America, N.A., PNC Bank, and other companies. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Katelyn Koumbem is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2017 and has worked at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she owns C Tech Computing LLC, a business that sources electronic devices for educational institutions. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.

Arthur Crist is a financial advisor at Merrill with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary strategies developed by internal and third-party teams, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Brigita Z. Rumpeters is a Wealth Management Advisor with over 30 years of experience at Merrill Lynch, where she began her career in 1989 in the Westfield, New Jersey office. She works with affluent clients, non-profit organizations, and small businesses to provide investment management and wealth preservation services. Brigita develops personalized strategies accounting for clients' risk tolerance, time horizons, liquidity needs, and investment goals. She offers a broad range of services including portfolio management, stock option analysis, retirement strategies, hedging and monetization of concentrated equity positions, life insurance analysis and funding, as well as wealth preservation and transfer services. Additionally, she provides various lending and mortgage services and advises on cash management, business lending, and retirement plans for small businesses and non-profit organizations. Brigita holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business/Marketing from Stockton University. She has earned multiple professional designations including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA), enhancing her expertise in retirement planning and fiduciary responsibilities. Beyond her professional work, Brigita volunteers with several local non-profit organizations, including the Center for Hope. She is also an avid volleyball player, actively participating in co-ed leagues and tournaments. Brigita resides in Westfield with her husband, Artis, and their three children: Andrejs, Sintra, and Krista.

Gerard Erbeck is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2021. He partners with clients to help them make educated decisions regarding their finances and goals by understanding their unique objectives and overall vision for their financial future. Gerard collaborates with clients to create a roadmap aimed at growing, protecting, and distributing their wealth, with the purpose of fostering confidence and security in their financial plans. Prior to his current role, Gerard accumulated experience as a Specialist at PIMCO from 2011 to 2021, and as a Senior Internal Advisor Consultant at Allianz Global Investors from 2006 to 2011. His professional background spans over a decade and a half in financial services, focusing on client advisory and wealth management. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Gerard has personal interests in baseball, cooking and baking, family activities, football, golf, and photography.

Gilbert Blitz is a CFP® professional with 39 years of industry experience, currently serving at UBS Financial Services since 1986. He is based in Warren, NJ, and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Outside of his financial advisory work, Blitz serves on several nonprofit boards, including Young Audiences New Jersey and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, delivering tailored investment plans supported by proprietary research and model-based asset allocations.

Gerald Silberman is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017. Prior to that, he was with Metlife Securities Incorporated for seven years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in insurance brokerage, focusing on individual life, disability, long-term care, fixed annuities, and group insurance products. 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 emphasizes collaborative, annual planning engagements using technology to analyze client goals and offers event-driven planning programs such as divorce and estate-settlement planning.