Scott Schied is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Philadelphia, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and seven years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2018 and has worked at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2016. 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 a range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Jacob Pruitt is a financial advisor at Fidelity with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior work history with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. and Randstad Risesmart. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional investors, including discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm’s investment process combines fundamental research with quantitative and algorithmic methods, and it serves multiple registered investment companies and advisory platforms.

John Santoro is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 2006 in their Philadelphia office. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment plans to client goals and risk tolerances.

Andrew Strauss is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following prior roles at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC and Wells Fargo Bank NA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA 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 notable inclusion of insurance-related investment options alongside traditional products.

Robert Hart is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2020 and previously spent four years at Sanford C. Bernstein & Co., LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm’s approach combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Brendan Mc Ginn is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Malvern, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes four years at United States Liability Insurance and four years at the University of Scranton. He is a member of the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and retirement-plan sponsors. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals, utilizing proprietary and third-party strategies across various platform arrangements.

Thomas Helmig Jr. is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, having spent his entire 15-year career with the firm. He began in the home office in Hopewell, New Jersey, where he gained experience across various segments before transitioning in 2018 to a family practice in Wayne, Pennsylvania. Thomas leverages the world-class resources at Merrill Lynch and the extensive experience of the Helmig Lammers Group to provide clients with customized wealth management solutions. His expertise includes investment strategy, portfolio management, education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, and coordination with attorneys, accountants, and other professionals to develop comprehensive financial plans. Thomas holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) designation and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) certification. He earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Delaware and completed high school at Malvern Prep. Outside of his professional role, Thomas is actively involved in coaching youth sports within his community. He resides in West Chester with his wife, Jillian, and their three sons. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, golfing, cooking, exercising, reading, and following Philadelphia sports teams.

Frederick Brodie is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at various Fidelity entities since 1999. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the investment committee of The Savoy Company, a nonprofit theater organization. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm uses a combination of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and is notable for its role in managing registered investment companies and delivering model portfolios through systematic methodologies.

Giorgio Athans is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JP Morgan Chase Bank since 2021. Prior to that, he was employed by AIG Retirement Services and Valic Financial Advisors from 2014 to 2021. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm delivers its advisory services alongside affiliated brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Louis Lanzalotto is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Malvern, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Lanzalotto serves on the Board of Directors for the Malvern Borough Park & Rec Board. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written recommendation reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary retirement-income recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Austin Hodgens is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2026. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he worked in various roles including positions at United States Liability Insurance and Lifetime Fitness. 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 programs. The firm utilizes a hybrid referral and implementation model, combining advisory and brokerage channels with a focus on tailored client intake and ongoing relationship management.

Cole Crimlish is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he works closely with clients to understand their unique goals and financial aspirations. He is dedicated to providing personalized support that helps clients feel confident and in control of their financial future. Prior to his current role, Cole served as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2025 and was an Associate at Victory Capital Management in 2023. Cole's professional experience spans various roles within the investment and financial services industry, allowing him to develop expertise in client relationship management and investment consulting. Outside of his professional endeavors, Cole enjoys activities such as cars, fishing, golf, music, pets, and snowboarding.

Michael Gioia is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Wilmington, DE, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, Gioia serves as a board member and treasurer for the Silverside Commons Condo Council. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing detailed Recommendation Reports that incorporate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. The firm combines advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities, with a centralized consulting team supporting its advisors.

Jontue Long is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since beginning his career in 2001, he has developed a client base that includes professional athletes, entrepreneurs, and senior-level corporate executives, providing specialized financial guidance tailored to their unique circumstances. Jontue’s experience includes founding his own firm and advising clients across more than 15 states. He focuses on areas such as executive compensation, family wealth management, retirement planning, portfolio management, business strategies, and socially responsible investing. His approach emphasizes disciplined, planning-based processes with frequent client engagement to align strategies with personal values and financial goals. Jontue holds a Bachelor’s degree from Bucknell University and an MBA from the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, a Certified Private Wealth Advisor®, and holds additional credentials including Personal Investment Advisor and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor. His background includes firsthand knowledge of the financial challenges faced by professional athletes, having grown up with a close family member in the NBA, as well as entrepreneurial experience from running a business for ten years. This diverse expertise enables him to serve clients with tailored insights, particularly in managing wealth transitions and liquidity events. Residing in Narberth, Pennsylvania, Jontue spends time with his family and enjoys basketball and football. He also participates in community volunteer activities aligned with Merrill Lynch’s tradition of community involvement. Jontue encourages clients to consider him their primary resource for a wide range of financial decisions, supported by Merrill’s integrated wealth management, banking, and lending services.

Grey Mitchell is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at The Vanguard Group, Equitable Advisors, and Northwestern Mutual. Outside of his financial services career, he has experience in moving and storage services and operated a rental business for several years. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a subsidiary of MassMutual that provides ongoing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm uses firm-approved software tools to analyze client goals and delivers written recommendations through annual collaborative planning engagements.

Anthony Alfe is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at JP Morgan and UBS Financial Services. Outside of finance, he assists part-time in the operations of his family’s Italian restaurant. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, providing customized reports that address income, Social Security, and tax strategies. The firm combines research and modeling with a centralized consulting team to deliver tailored retirement recommendations.

David Schaeffer is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm uses structured planning tools and firm-approved processes, focusing on advisory services without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone planning.

Christine Diemidio is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Devon, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has 26 years of industry experience, including 10 years with her current firm. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Marissa Mycek is a financial advisor at Vanguard Advisers with three years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at various Vanguard affiliates since 2023. Outside of her advisory role, she has been involved with the Academy of Notre Dame and West Chester University. Vanguard Advisers offers both automated and human-supported investment advice, serving retail investors and retirement plan participants. The firm uses a goal-based, algorithm-driven approach to construct personalized portfolios primarily from Vanguard funds and ETFs, combining digital scale with advisor support.

David Kalapos is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Bala Cynwyd, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has worked with Equitable Advisors since 2000 and previously spent 18 years at Karr Barth Financial Planning, Inc. Kalapos serves as vice president and trustee of the Glassboro Education Foundation and chairs the Glassboro High School Sports Hall of Fame Committee. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan support, and access to asset management for individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels, and utilizes a broad roster of third-party asset managers alongside LPL programs.