Nicholas Carretta is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Irwin, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at BNY Mellon and American Income Life Insurance Company. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, delivering tailored recommendation reports that incorporate income sources, Social Security strategies, and tax-efficient withdrawals. The firm combines research and modeling with a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its large institutional platform.

Robert Kania is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His previous work includes roles at Generational Transfer Entrepreneurs, Capital Foundry, and involvement with The Pittsburgh Golf Club. 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.

Michael Headrick is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services in Pittsburgh, PA, holding a Series 66 credential and seven years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Ameriprise since 2013 and a position at Walmart from 2017 to 2018. He is also the owner of HEADRICK & SON LLC, a consulting business related to his financial services practice. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides clients approaching or in retirement with written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Thomas Brook is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pittsburgh, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a volunteer board member for the Forest Hills Borough Recreational Board. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Paige Myers is a financial advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co. based in Pittsburgh - South Hills, PA. She holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Baird, she worked at Totum Realty Advisors LLC and held various roles in hospitality and real estate-related positions. The DDK Group at Robert W. Baird & Co., where Myers is a team member, serves individuals, corporate and business clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning, portfolio management, and advisory services, utilizing a mix of managed account strategies, tax management, and internal research capabilities.

Carlos Youssef is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2010. 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 strategies and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jayson Angus is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been working since 2025. He has been involved in financial planning and client advisory roles at Fidelity Investments since 2019, with previous positions including Planning Consultant and Financial Representative. His professional experience encompasses guiding clients through their financial planning needs by developing trusted relationships and employing a tailored approach. Jayson emphasizes ensuring clients feel confident in their financial plans to help them work toward achieving their goals. Outside of his professional life, Jayson has interests in fitness, social events with friends, golf, lake activities, and outdoor adventures.

Chelsey Spiller is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to her current role, she worked at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and CVS Health. She is also affiliated with D'Ambrosio Financial Advisors, a related business activity. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and retirement plan consulting, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and diverse investment strategies.

Janine Hauck is a financial advisor at Robert Baird & Co. with 12 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Hefren Tillotson, Inc. since 1999 before joining Robert Baird in 2022. Hauck participates in giving presentations for PALyme Resource Network. She is part of The DDK Group within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management department, which serves individuals, corporate clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management services, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, separately managed accounts, and municipal advisory services.

Gary Klobchar Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2020 and previously spent seven years at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. He has also been self-employed since 2001. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and technology-driven research to support both discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Kirk Johnson is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been serving clients since 2003. He leads J&D Associates in efforts to provide value to clients' wealth and those they care about. Kirk emphasizes friendly discussions with clients and their families to address financial concerns, capitalize on opportunities, and manage expectations. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certificant, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Kirk earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Purdue University. Kirk is involved in community organizations such as The Pittsburgh Promise, where he serves as a board member, The Frick Art & Historical Center as a trustee and chair of the Collections & Exhibitions committee, and Café Momentum in Pittsburgh as board chair. Originally from California, he resides in Pittsburgh with his husband, Henry.

Matthew Vanek is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Carnegie, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and totaling 27 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2005. Vanek also prepares a limited number of tax returns for friends and family and is involved in selling Medicare Advantage plans and related insurance products through his contracting activities. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and access to model portfolios and research, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary asset management.

Michael Dukovich is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Aspinwall, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at City National Bank, RBC Capital Markets, Raymond James Financial Services, and operating Dukovich & Associates Financial Services Inc. He is also involved in several business activities related to wealth management and insurance under the LPL umbrella. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, employing a range of discretionary and non-discretionary management strategies supported by in-house research and third-party subadvisors.

Adam Check is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has four years of industry experience. He has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and PNC Bank prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Michael Speakman is a CFP® professional with 13 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at LPL Financial since 2017. Prior to joining LPL, he worked at The Vanguard Group, Inc. for five years and established The Speakman Financial Group in 2017. He has also participated in paid video interviews with Pacific Life. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, supported by model portfolios, third-party research, and various technology-driven investment strategies.

Kerrie Morris is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth, Inc. with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked previously at Cetera and Foresters Financial Services. Outside of her advisory role, she is a senior instructor at Moke's Martial Arts and is actively involved in community organizations including the Cub Scouts and her local church, where she serves as secretary and treasurer. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services with a focus on portfolio construction using asset-allocation tools, risk assessment, and third-party money management solutions.

Karen Osborn is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing nine years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Grove Point Investments, Sentinel Financial Management, and Summit Advisors. Outside of her advisory work, she owns Inspired Interiors, LLC, a business she has operated since 2004. LPL Financial is a national investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and various portfolio management strategies.

Andrew Pricener is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Pittsburgh, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2021 and previously worked at Spencer Family YMCA from 2015 to 2021. Outside of advising, he acts as an independent agent outside fixed insurance appointments. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations, 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 that includes both advisory and brokerage channels to implement client recommendations.

Angela Foster is a financial advisor at Cetera with 23 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms, including First Allied Securities and First Allied Advisory Services. Outside of her advisory role, she owns a 25% interest in gas and mineral rights through DL RESOURCES and serves as a secondary power of attorney for her elderly parents. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports over 10,000 advisors and serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management and financial planning options, incorporating both affiliated and third-party model strategies.

Richard Lewis is a CFP® professional with 36 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2020. He previously worked at SagePoint Financial, Inc. for 11 years. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, various advisory programs, and retirement plan consulting with access to model portfolios and research from multiple sources.