Hedy Zahran is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she focuses on understanding clients' goals and helping them navigate options to work towards achieving those objectives. She collaborates with clients to examine their financial plans, define their destinations, and identify appropriate paths, utilizing Fidelity's range of offerings to support meaningful progress. Prior to joining Fidelity, Hedy accumulated extensive experience in the financial sector, including roles such as Vice President at MSCI from 2011 to 2016 and at Pershing from 2008 to 2009. Earlier in her career, she held positions at Goldman Sachs, Credit Suisse, Scudder Kemper Investments, and BEA Associates, gaining a broad foundation in financial services. Hedy holds a California Insurance License, which complements her expertise in financial consulting.

Chris Maniaci is a Senior Vice President and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Princeton, NJ. He began his career at Merrill in 1989, initially working in Operations and eventually becoming an Operations Manager in several branch offices. His dedication to serving clients led him to transition to a role as a Financial Advisor, where he focuses on providing personalized wealth management strategies tailored to each client's goals. Chris adheres to Merrill's principle that the client's interests must come first and is committed to delivering a high level of service and attention to detail. Chris brings expertise in areas including college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, portfolio management, and retirement income planning, among others. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the State University of New York at Cortland and has earned the Certified Investment Management Analyst® designation through the Investments & Wealth Institute®. Additionally, he holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Beyond his professional work, Chris participates in community service and volunteers with organizations such as the Hemophilia Association of New Jersey. His personal interests include golfing, ice hockey, skiing, softball, and spending time with his family.

Kevin Murphy is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Cetera Wealth Services and multiple business activities involving accounting, tax preparation, and insurance sales. He operates a CPA practice providing bookkeeping and tax consulting services for personal and small business clients. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors, utilizing both affiliated and third-party investment managers across diverse program structures.

Elizabeth Garry is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Lawrenceville, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 22 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2014 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and scenario modeling.

Michael Ducore is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 44 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999, including its predecessor Axa Advisors, and is involved as a life settlement broker through The Ashar Group. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm utilizes both proprietary and third-party advisory models, including those sponsored by LPL and other program managers, and offers a range of investment solutions covering mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.

Colin Sullivan is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill Lynch since 2013, including tenure at Bank of America, N.A. since 2022. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party teams, with various features including strategic asset allocation and tax-aware options.

Braken Fiore is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding a Series 63 license and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and has worked with Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Fiore serves as president of Fiore Strategic Wealth Inc. and acts as a pension consultant for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, assisting with NYCERS pension options. Mass Mutual Investors Services operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm uses collaborative, annual planning engagements with firm-approved analytical tools and offers various educational seminars and specialized planning programs.

Joseph Armstrong is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at JPMorgan Chase Bank and JPMorgan Securities, as well as experience in the pharmaceutical and food service industries. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individual investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Jonathan Beaubien is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at MML Investors Services LLC, Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company, Park Avenue Securities, and Guardian Life Insurance Company. Outside of his advisory work, Beaubien coaches baseball and serves on the board of a youth and community development organization. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser subsidiary of MassMutual that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative, annual financial planning engagements supported by firm-approved software and various event-driven planning programs.

Colin Ribis is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase Bank, and J.P. Morgan Securities, as well as ongoing service in the United States Army Reserves. He is also involved with Pinnacle Commerce LLC. 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, pensions, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Michael Saladino is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has recently started his career in the financial services industry. Outside of advising, he has experience working in retail and education environments. Equitable Advisors serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services. The firm utilizes a variety of advisory models and third-party program sponsors to deliver solutions tailored to client needs.

Joseph Gough is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 40 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1986 and is also associated with Bank of America since 2009. Gough serves as a board member of CAFRICO, Inc., a nonprofit organization that collects charitable donations to support a health clinic in Uganda and other nonprofits. 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.

N Sean Longo is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a partner of The Morrison, Longo & De Stefano Group. Since beginning his career at Merrill in 2005, he has focused on helping clients develop personalized wealth management strategies that address their unique financial objectives and concerns. Sean leads the group's investment committee, collaborating with colleagues and clients to implement customized investment plans that consider risk tolerance, investment timeline, liquidity needs, and both short- and long-term goals. His expertise includes executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, socially responsible and ESG investing, individual and corporate investment strategy, and tax minimization. Sean holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Montclair State University and has earned several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA™), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He has also been recognized on Forbes' "Best-in-State Next Gen Advisors" list in 2019. Sean resides in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, with his wife Alicia and their three children. Outside of work, he enjoys mountain biking, cooking, playing the guitar, and running.

Evyavan Patel is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, Patel worked at Santander US Capital Markets LLC, Morgan Stanley, and Cetera Investment Management. Patel also has experience managing their own advisory firm, Evyavan Advisory Services, and was employed at Princeton University and Central Jersey College Prep Charter School. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, including model portfolios, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms.

Mark Spedaliere is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a Senior Vice President. He has been part of the Keller, Spedaliere, and Langley team for 25 years, where he applies his background in economics, financial data analysis, and knowledge of macroeconomic factors to support clients in managing their wealth. Mark holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation, earned in 2005, and is also a qualified Portfolio Manager who provides personalized investment strategies, including discretionary management through the firm's Investment Advisory Program. Mark graduated from Lehigh University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Economics and is a life member of Mensa. His team has been recognized on the Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams" list for 2023 and 2024. Mark's approach emphasizes understanding clients' goals through frequent and open conversations to deliver integrated strategies beyond investment management, including retirement planning, education planning, tax minimization, and family wealth management. In his personal life, Mark resides in Basking Ridge with his wife and three children. Outside of work, he enjoys cooking, tennis, watching Italian soccer and football, playing pickleball and racquetball, listening to music, and spending time with his family.

Antonio Morales is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise, he held roles at several establishments including Catezza Italian Kitchen + Bar and The Proving Ground. In addition to his advisory work, Morales has experience in the hospitality sector and has been affiliated with Rutgers University. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach relying on portfolios developed by its research team and third-party strategists, and offers financial planning, access to asset managers, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Michael Turchi is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in retirement planning, diversification strategies, tax-efficient investing, and goal planning. Michael works with a team to assist individuals and families in meeting their financial objectives. His client focus areas include education planning, employee benefits planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. Michael holds the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He completed his education at CUNY College of Staten Island. Outside of his professional work, Michael enjoys baseball, football, music, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

Nicholas Fitzgerald is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab, he has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, The Office Restaurant and Lounge, and Vintony Mechanical. Outside of finance, he is involved in managing The Office Restaurant and Lounge. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational infrastructure.

Robert Latour is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with over 43 years of industry experience. His career includes long tenure at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. LPL Enterprise, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm uses model-driven investment implementation and offers access to third-party asset managers and related financial services.

Nathan O'Connell is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at firms including Capital Group, First Republic Bank, and UBS Financial Services. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm's advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative due diligence with a broad range of investment capabilities, including derivatives and commodities.