Knitwanza Drayton is a CFP® professional with 22 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Citizens Securities, Inc. She has held positions at several firms including Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade, and New York Life Insurance Company. Citizens Securities serves a broad retail client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors and individual retirement plans, offering investment advisory programs alongside brokerage and insurance services. The firm provides a digital advisory program managed with proprietary algorithms as well as a separate Managed Account program.

Stephen Koons is a financial advisor at Citizens Securities, Inc. with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has prior experience with Equitable Advisors LLC, Ameriprise, and The Vanguard Group, Inc. Citizens Securities serves a broad retail client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors as well as individual retirement plans. The firm offers both investment advisory programs and brokerage and insurance services, including a proprietary digital advisory program that uses algorithm-driven, ETF-based portfolios.

Nicole Kruman is a financial advisor at Janney Montgomery Scott in Philadelphia, PA, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. She previously worked at Bank of New York Mellon for 15 years before joining Janney Montgomery Scott in 2022. Janney Montgomery Scott LLC is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $110 billion in client assets. The firm serves a diverse clientele including individuals, families, trusts, corporate and retirement plans, and offers a range of brokerage, financial planning, and advisory services.

Patricia Mcdonald is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor at Janney Montgomery Scott with 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Janney Montgomery Scott and its predecessor entity since 2007. Janney Montgomery Scott LLC is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $110 billion in client assets. The firm serves a broad client base including individuals, families, trusts, estates, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and municipal clients, offering brokerage, financial planning, consulting, and multiple wrap/advisory programs.

Cole Gregan is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Guardian Life Insurance Company, Park Avenue Securities, BNY Mellon Securities Corporation, and Merrill. Park Avenue Securities LLC serves a broad retail client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, charitable organizations, and corporate clients, offering brokerage and advisory services along with financial planning and consulting. The firm utilizes a range of proprietary and third-party investment strategies and platforms, managing approximately $15 billion in regulatory assets under management.

Ariel Ianovale is a financial advisor at Truist Advisory Services with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at firms including Santander Bank, Santander Securities, and New York Life. Prior to his advisory roles, Ianovale held positions at L'Occitane and Stitch Fix. Truist Advisory Services provides investment consulting and advisory services to individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm uses a combination of discretionary manager relationships and non-discretionary consulting, supported by AI-enabled research tools and integrated inter-affiliate service arrangements.

Paul Lofurno is a financial advisor at Janney Montgomery Scott with 40 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Janney Montgomery Scott since 2021. His prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, spanning a total of 12 years. Janney Montgomery Scott LLC is a dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $110 billion in client assets. The firm serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, families, trusts, corporate sponsors, and municipalities, offering brokerage, financial planning, consulting, and advisory programs through a combination of in-house and third-party portfolio management.

David Hallam is a CFP® with nine years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Creative Planning since 2022. His prior roles include positions at Wipfli Financial Advisors and The Vanguard Group. Outside of finance, he works as a bartender at Kennett Brewing Company in Pennsylvania. Creative Planning provides wealth management, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services to a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients. The firm employs a financial-planning-led investment approach that emphasizes low-cost indexing, buy-and-hold strategies, and selective private market exposure, supported by an array of advisory and fiduciary services.

Qazi Halim is a financial advisor at Citizens Securities, Inc. with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at JP Morgan Chase Bank and JP Morgan Securities, LLC. Citizens Securities serves a broad retail client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors and retirement plans, offering investment advisory programs alongside brokerage and insurance services. The firm features a digital advisory program that uses proprietary algorithms to recommend ETF-based portfolios and also conducts commission-based brokerage and non-discretionary business.

Karim Rezqui is a financial advisor at Oppenheimer with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Oppenheimer. Outside of his advisory role, Rezqui serves as an adjunct instructor at the University of Wilmington's School of Business and is a silent partner in an import-export company. Oppenheimer is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base, including high net worth individuals, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of investment and consulting services across discretionary and non-discretionary platforms, managing approximately $36.7 billion in assets with a notable portion under non-discretionary management.

Brett Young is a financial advisor with Valic Financial Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Valic, he has held roles at Agia, OceanFirst Bank, and has worked as a lifeguard at MBG Management for a private beach club. He is also appointed as an agent to sell non-securities insurance products for Agia. Valic Financial Advisors serves primarily U.S.-domiciled individual investors, including high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and retirement-plan participants. The firm offers discretionary managed-account programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing Envestnet-developed UMA models for portfolio construction and management.

Justin Wermuth is a financial advisor with Janney Montgomery Scott holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Janney, he served four years in the United States Army. Janney Montgomery Scott LLC is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $110 billion in client assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, families, corporations, and municipal clients, offering a range of brokerage, financial planning, and advisory services.

James Fernberger is a financial advisor at William Blair with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 46 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Raymond James & Associates from 2016 to 2024. Fernberger serves as an advisory board member for Legacy Youth Tennis and Education and the Philadelphia Sports Congress, and he is an ambassador on the advisory board for The Barnes Foundation. William Blair’s Private Wealth Management division serves high-net-worth individuals, foundations, pensions, and corporate clients with active, research-driven investment management and financial planning. The firm offers proprietary model portfolios, access to private funds, and co-investment opportunities through various platform and sub-advisory arrangements.

Michael Toscano is a financial advisor at Lincoln Investment with eight years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at NYLIFE Securities LLC, New York Life Insurance Company, and the William R. Mints Agency. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Lincoln Investment serves individuals, charitable organizations, businesses, and employer-sponsored retirement plans, focusing on educators and 403(b)/457(b) participants. The firm offers financial planning, ERISA retirement plan advice, and a range of model portfolio programs, utilizing both strategic and tactical investment approaches overseen by its Investment Management & Research team.

Thomas Minger Jr. is a financial advisor at Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services and Putnam Retail Management. In addition to his advisory role, he owns a transport and hauling business and operates insurance brokerages under 1847 Financial and Tusk Wealth Management. Hornor, Townsend & Kent serves individuals, trusts, businesses, charitable organizations, and retirement plans, offering advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm combines advisory and broker-dealer services and works with third-party asset managers to provide both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions.

William Farrell Jr. is a financial advisor with Janney Montgomery Scott holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Janney Montgomery Scott LLC since 2010. Janney Montgomery Scott LLC is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $110 billion in client assets. The firm serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, families, trusts, estates, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and municipal clients, offering brokerage services, financial planning, consulting, and multiple advisory programs.

Christopher Scarlata is a financial advisor with Citizens Securities, Inc. in Conshohocken, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Vanguard Group, Prudential Insurance Company of America, and TIAA. Citizens Securities serves individual and high-net-worth investors as well as individual retirement plans, offering investment advisory programs alongside brokerage and insurance services. The firm’s advisory approach includes a digital advisory program that uses proprietary algorithms for ETF-based portfolios and a Managed Account program.

Danielle Margulis is a CFP® professional with 17 years of industry experience. She is currently with Hightower Advisors, where she has worked since 2023, following prior roles at Meyer Capital Group and Pennsylvania Capital Management. Hightower Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse client base, including individual and institutional investors such as pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm’s approach emphasizes manager selection and multi-manager solutions, utilizing both affiliated and third-party managers across a range of investment vehicles and strategies.

Gerard Binder is a financial advisor at Janney Montgomery Scott with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Janney Montgomery Scott since 2009. Janney Montgomery Scott LLC is a dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $110 billion in client assets. The firm serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, families, trusts, estates, and institutional sponsors, offering brokerage services, financial planning, and multiple advisory programs.

Thomas Mchale is a financial advisor at PNC Wealth Management with 35 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with PNC Investments since 2004. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Moorestown Theater Company and has worked as a bookkeeper for Pie Lady Cafe LLC. PNC Wealth Management offers retail brokerage and advisory services through model-based programs, including an invitation-only digital portfolio solution for employees that uses algorithm-driven risk assessment and third-party managed strategies implemented via mutual funds and ETFs.