Claudia Peppard is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Princeton, NJ. She holds a Series 66 designation and has seven years of industry experience, including prior roles at UBS Financial Services and Synergy. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services, tailoring strategies to clients’ risk profiles through a mix of in-house and third-party investment managers.

Jeffrey Martinides is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and the lead advisor with The Martinides Group. He began his career in financial services with Merrill Lynch in 1987 and has developed his practice focusing on corporate executive services, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, and services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, among other areas. Jeff also advises on legacy planning, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, individual and corporate investment strategies, and tax minimization. Jeff holds a bachelor's degree from Temple University's Fox School of Business. He has earned several professional designations, including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified 401(k) Professional (CKP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Throughout his career, he has been recognized nationally by Barron's and Forbes for his advisory work. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Jeff is involved in community organizations including the Bucks County Opportunity Council, McKeown Foundation, and Trenton Soup Kitchen. He enjoys outdoor activities such as fishing, golfing, clay target sports, and painting, and spends time with his family.

Jesse Alijewicz is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera since 2019 and previously held roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank NA. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with diverse portfolio management options and reports over $256 billion in assets under management across more than 10,000 advisors.

Brooke McGeehan is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Princeton, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 22 years of industry experience. She has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2005 and previously spent nine years with City National Bank from 2016 to 2025. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with tailored investment strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers, supported by RBC’s extensive capital markets resources.

George Altmeyer Jr. is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Merrill, where he has worked since 2003. He has 18 years of industry experience and is based in Pennington, NJ. 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.

Joseph Toth is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2024 and also has experience with Bank of America, N.A. Outside of his advisory roles, he has been involved with NJ Premier All Stars and the Metedaconk National 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Frances Stanton Martinez is the Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill, where she has been serving clients since 2014. She focuses on building new client relationships and delivering wealth management services tailored to the needs of individuals, families, and businesses. Frances is a partner in The Callahan Pascua Group, applying her expertise in areas such as family wealth management strategies, retirement income planning, tax minimization, and college education planning. Frances holds multiple professional designations, including the Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), which is awarded by the Investments & Wealth Institute™ in conjunction with The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. She also holds the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA) credentials. Frances earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on Political Science, Communication, and Psychology from San Diego State University and a Master of Business Administration from Alliant International University. In addition to her professional qualifications, Frances is fluent in Filipino and English. She is actively involved in professional and community organizations, serving as National Chair for the Investments & Wealth Institute™ Conference Committee beginning in 2024, and as President of the Merrill Women's Exchange San Diego Chapter for 2024–2025. Frances has also held leadership roles within the Merrill Women's Exchange and is a member of the La Jolla Woman's Club. Her personal interests include travel, music, tennis, yoga, scrapbooking, writing, and spending time with her family.

Matthew Loftus is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 17 years of industry experience. His prior firms include Merrill and M.S. Howells & Co. Outside of his financial advisory work, he coaches a hockey team through Upper Moreland Parks and Recreation. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes tailored planning and investment consulting using analytical tools and supports its clients through a broad network of advisors and specialized programs.

James Killmer is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 66 credentials and approximately one year of experience in the advisory field. His prior work includes positions at MML Investors Services, LLC, Heath Wealth Advisors, and Kevin Hughes Financial Planning. Before entering financial advisory, he held various roles in retail and education 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers for individual, high-net-worth, corporate, and charitable clients.

Thomas Sonetto is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2015. Sonetto has also been involved with ARTMAN Lutheran Home since 2013. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kimberly Stasen is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 31 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo entities since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs analysis, using proprietary research and tools for tailored client recommendations.

Michael Johnson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he has been involved with MRJ Sports, operating the basketball-related business Hoopaholics since 2004. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning that utilizes firm-approved planning tools and models, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Mark Bean is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2006 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member for the Wild Bird Research Group, a nonprofit focused on bird conservation research in the Americas. Merrill serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients, offering managed accounts, third-party manager selection, discretionary portfolio management, brokerage, and custody services. The firm integrates closely with Bank of America affiliates and emphasizes managed account and manager-selection capabilities supported by a CIO-managed platform.

Alexander Struck is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Saji Philip is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Princeton, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services and Equitable Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, Philip is a business owner of Growing Stars, Inc., an online tutoring service. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and model portfolio programs, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives and advanced operational tools.

Robin Wedeking is a Series 66-licensed advisor with Merrill, based in Pennington, NJ, and has 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill for multiple tenures totaling over 30 years, including a brief period at BofA Securities in 2019. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services primarily to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutional accounts.

Eric Whitsett is a financial advisor at Merrill with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Merrill 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Anthony Amoroso is currently serving as a Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. In this capacity, he focuses on fostering a culture that motivates advisors to reach their full potential through strategic coaching. He has extensive experience in the financial industry, having held various positions including Team Manager at Merrill from 2016 to 2025, Credit Risk Analyst at JP Morgan Chase between 2014 and 2016, and Investment Associate at Hennion & Walsh from 2013 to 2014. His professional background spans leadership, risk analysis, and investment management. Outside of his professional career, Anthony enjoys spending time at the beach, cooking and baking, engaging in family activities, and following football and soccer.

Victoria James is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Merrill since 2013. Outside of her advisory role, she participates as a shopper and delivery person for Instacart. 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.

William Palisca is a financial advisor with OSAIC who holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at James Startzell since 2000 and joined OSAIC in 2023. Palisca also operates a sole proprietorship under the name Legacy Financial Services Group, providing sales and service support to clients. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail investors, high-net-worth households, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm employs a model-based investment process featuring portfolio optimization and multiple advisory platforms, supported by a broad affiliate network and private-equity ownership.