Mitchell Merber is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with over 43 years of industry experience. He currently works at Cetera and has prior experience with Allied Wealth Partners, Securian Financial Services, and Minnesota Life Insurance Company. In addition to his advisory role, he owns Merber Planning Services, which focuses on health insurance and fixed annuity business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with diverse portfolio management options and access to third-party money managers.

Daiana Ploscaru is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2023. She collaborates with individuals and their families to develop financial plans that align their needs and preferences with their goals. Daiana emphasizes regular reviews of financial plans to accommodate any life changes and to ensure resources are properly aligned for clients' peace of mind and confidence. Her professional experience includes various roles at Fidelity Investments, starting as a Financial Representative in 2020, then serving as a Relationship Manager from 2020 to 2022, followed by a Planning Consultant position from 2022 to 2023, before becoming a Financial Consultant. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked as a Financial Representative at Equitable Advisors in 2019.

Robert Desanto is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding a Series 63 designation and over 50 years of industry experience. He worked at Signator Investors, Inc. for 34 years before joining Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. in 2018. In addition to his advisory role, he operates a sole proprietorship as an insurance broker for fixed insurance products and serves as an Investment Advisor Representative with Lighthouse Financial Network, LLC. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services supported by various asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to construct portfolios across multiple asset classes.

Isabella Palagonia is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Equitable Advisors and Group M-Mindshare. Outside of her advisory role, she has been involved with the Igloo Lacrosse Club and the Xtraordinary JOY Foundation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and a variety of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Frank Columbia is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as an independent contractor conducting product demonstrations for AMain Hobbies, a retail and online store. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning uses structured discovery and modeling tools but generally does not offer individual security recommendations within standalone plans.

Qasim Ellis is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and Cetera Investment Services LLC since 2025 and previously spent nine years at Equitable Advisors and four years at Axa Advisors, LLC. Ellis is co-owner of Five Stride Skate Shop BK LLC, a retail business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services and manages over $256 billion in assets through a nationwide network of more than 10,000 advisors.

Christopher Bentley is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Melville, NY, with eight years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2018, previously working briefly at Valmark Securities and AXA Advisors. Outside of his financial advisory role, Bentley is involved in music as a writer and creator. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and models, while also offering various retail and institutional investment options.

Matthew Kroin is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 30 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2008 and holds a Series 63 designation. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as co-trustee overseeing investments and operations for multiple family trusts. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of brokerage and advisory offerings, including financial planning, portfolio management, and access to mutual funds and alternative investments. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment strategies.

Marina Matthews is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. She was previously with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney for 17 years before joining UBS in 2026. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and advisory services. The firm employs proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment plans and combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management offerings.

Jared Peyster is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at LPL Financial since 2022 and Allstate Insurance Company since 2014. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by extensive research and technology tools.

Jesse Yoskowitz is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Axa Advisors, Henry Schein, and Limitless Group. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in health insurance sales through TMRW Benefits and BenAdvance. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement consulting, and various asset management programs delivered through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party managers.

Andrew Morse is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at various entities within JPMorgan Chase since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, offering asset-allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

Gregory Giantsos is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and two years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America, NA for 12 years. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

Douglas Abbate is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds a Series 63 designation and has 22 years of industry experience. He previously worked for Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. for 10 years before joining Cetera in 2025. Abbate is also the owner of Investwithdoug.com, a marketing website. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC 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, providing access to affiliated and third-party money managers across various program structures.

Chukwuemeka Orakwue is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in working with individuals and families to bring structure and purpose to their wealth. He focuses on organizing various elements of clients' financial lives and developing personalized strategies tailored to their retirement planning, investment management, liquidity needs, risk considerations, and evolving life goals. Chukwuemeka's client approach centers on understanding the client's family, career, assets, financial obligations, and future aspirations through attentive listening. His expertise includes family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, liquidity management, and tax minimization. He also holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Minnesota System. Outside of his professional work, Chukwuemeka enjoys fishing, traveling, and watching movies.

Katharine Tomasino is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Advisors Commercial Real Estate and Coldwell Banker Commercial Advisors. She is the owner of Rogers Partners LTD, a private limited company based in Brooklyn, New York. 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.

Roderick Jones is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining the firm in 1999, he has focused on developing financial strategies tailored to individuals, their families, and their businesses by understanding their short- and long-term objectives. His areas of expertise include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Rod holds a bachelor's degree from the State University of New York system, specifically SUNY Old Westbury, where he studied English. He holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional work, Rod and his wife Christina reside in North Babylon with their two children and support the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island. His personal interests include basketball, running marathons, and yoga.

Aaron Donato is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Portfolio Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since beginning his career in investment and financial services in 2016, he has worked with families and their children to provide advice, guidance, and structure for financial decision-making. Aaron manages discretionary custom investment strategies and selects from Merrill Lynch model portfolios and third-party investment strategies to help clients pursue their objectives. Aaron's experience extends to education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. He focuses on building lasting relationships with clients, including executives, business owners, and professionals in sports and entertainment, with an emphasis on long-term collaborations and customized guidance. He is also a Registered Player Financial Advisor with the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA). Aaron holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from The Pennsylvania State University. His professional designations include CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). In his personal time, he enjoys basketball, reading, running, skiing, spending time with his family, and watching movies. He is involved in community activities such as Habitat for Humanity, Island Harvest, Keep Islip Clean, Inc, Long Island Cares, Inc, and Toys For Tots.

Robert Cappello Jr. is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He previously spent 10 years at Janney Montgomery Scott before joining Raymond James in 2019. Outside of his advisory role, Cappello serves as a board member on the Cherry Valley Club, advising on long-range planning and club projects. 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 institutions. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and supports various advisory programs, with a notable affiliation for municipal and public finance work.

Stephen Hildebrandt is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at AIG and GM Advisory Group, as well as experience at Penn State University. He also maintains an outside appointment with United Healthcare Oxford for health insurance. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients across wealth levels, 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 and third-party managers.