Jeffrey Langer is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, Axa Advisors, since 1999. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs delivered through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing both proprietary and third-party advisory solutions.

Kennedy Crossan is a CFP® professional with 25 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with OSAIC in Red Bank, NJ. He has worked at Royal Alliance since 2011 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of his advisory work, he owns TFP Partners, LLC, which manages vendor contracts, and is a partner at Prime Wealth Partners, a firm that sells and services fixed insurance products including long-term care, disability, life, and health insurance. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisors and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services with a robust selection of portfolio management tools and access to third-party money managers.

Armando Krusell is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise, he worked at TD Bank N.A. and Dicks Sporting Goods and was a full-time student for eight years. He is also involved in a non-variable insurance business in Hopelawn, NJ. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a broad client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and insurance product sales through affiliated entities.

Shaun Ahern is a financial advisor at Cetera with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 designations. Prior to joining Cetera, he worked at New York Life Insurance Company and NYLIFE Securities LLC. Outside of finance, he was involved with Prime 13 Steakhouse and operated Reef and Barrel for several years. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and unaffiliated third-party managers and various program structures.

Alessandra Panagos is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with four years of industry experience. She is currently with Cetera and also works as an assistant at Jack Oujo CPA, Inc dba Oujo Wealth Strategies, supporting tax and retirement planning services. Her previous experience includes roles at Avantax and Fidelity Investments. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide firm serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with over $256 billion in assets under management and more than 10,000 advisors.

Stephen Hawthorne is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at firms including Allied Wealth Partners and Securian Financial Services and currently operates Hawthorne Wealth Management LLC, a separate expense management business. Hawthorne also serves as the Youth Advisor Training Chair for NAIFA New Jersey and holds a volunteer secretary position with the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various third-party money managers.

Ryan Aiello is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He has worked within various Wells Fargo entities since 2013, including Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Bank NA. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory services supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Ronald Crudo Jr. is a financial advisor at Cetera with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked with firms including LPL Financial, AXA Advisors, and Calamos Financial Services. He is also an insurance agent involved in the sale of fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers, supporting diverse investment strategies under various program structures.

Richard Cardinali is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing 27 years of industry experience and 25 years dedicated to wealth and retirement planning. Since joining Bank of America in 1998 and transitioning to Merrill in 2008 with his team, he has focused on helping clients implement strategies centered on asset and lifestyle preservation, trust and estate planning, tax minimization, and the efficient transfer of assets. His client focus areas include college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, socially responsible investing, and retirement income planning. Richard holds a Bachelor’s degree from Bucknell University and is a Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA®), a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and a Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He emphasizes a client-first approach to wealth and retirement planning, aiming to support clients in achieving a work-optional lifestyle through customized financial strategies that adapt as their lives evolve. A native of New York City, Richard resides in New Jersey with his three children. Outside his professional activities, he enjoys biking, cooking, football, music, reading, and spending time with his family.

Daniel Rothman is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 2018. Prior to his current role, his work history includes positions at Compassion First Pet Hospitals and American Income Life. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients offering a range of brokerage and advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides research-driven, model-based asset allocation tailored to client goals and risk tolerances.

Christopher Donnelly is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 36 years of industry experience. He has worked within the Wells Fargo organization since 2009, previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment and financial planning services through a network of advisors, utilizing proprietary research and planning tools to provide tailored recommendations.

Cynthia Englise is a financial advisor at Merrill with 29 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Her prior experience includes roles at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc, Morgan Stanley, and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. 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 for a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Wayne Brannan is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and possessing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following a year at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. 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 provides both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from its Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Stuart Hoch is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 38 years of industry experience, including 22 years at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp. prior to joining OSAIC in 2025. Outside of advisory services, he provides individual and group health products. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors and offers a range of advisory and brokerage services. The firm employs various portfolio construction tools and supports multiple managed account platforms, combining in-house and third-party resources.

Christopher Malloy is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and individual and corporate investment strategy. His approach involves thoughtful planning, disciplined investing, and advice tailored to clients' goals and priorities. Mr. Malloy began his career in financial services in 1993. In 1996, he joined the New York Stock Exchange where he spent 19 years as a Designated Market Maker, gaining experience through multiple market cycles and economic environments. His subsequent experience in Private Client Banking and Wealth Management has shaped the long-term, value-based investment approach he brings to clients. He works closely with individuals, families, and business owners to develop personalized financial planning strategies addressing retirement, estate and trust planning, and investment goals. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Arizona State University and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Mr. Malloy is involved with the Eastern Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce and participates in community activities including JBJ Soul Kitchen. His personal interests include basketball, biking, golfing, hiking, music, running, and skiing.

Anthony Valente is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Shrewsbury, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, following earlier experience at Citigroup Global Markets starting in 2006. Outside of his advisory practice, he is the sole proprietor of Valente Motorsports LLC, an automotive and transportation business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning using firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides investment services that include wrap programs, private funds, and structured products.

Dorothy Wilson is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding the PFS™ designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses, with 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Cetera since 2009 and also operates an accounting and tax services firm, Dorothy A Wilson CPA, which she founded in 1999. In addition to her advisory role, she owns an online sales business and serves as an insurance agent selling Medicare supplemental insurance. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform that enables advisors to implement model portfolios, select third-party managers, or create bespoke strategies across various program structures and custodial relationships.

Alan Friedman is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, Axa Advisors, since 2003. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing both firm-offered and third-party advisory solutions.

Michelle Stokes is a financial advisor at Fidelity with nine years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, Wells Fargo Bank, and Wells Fargo Clearing. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Ebony Benjamin is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked within various Wells Fargo entities since 2007. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm offers a broad planning menu that includes specialized services such as business-owner transition planning and special-needs analysis, using proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations.