Virginia Rockey is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and joined Morgan Stanley in 2024 after two years at Merrill. Prior to her financial services career, she participated in the AmeriCorps NJ DEP Watershed Ambassador Program. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers comprehensive planning services without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Michael Knipe is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC prior to joining LPL Enterprise. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate entities. The firm uses model-driven investment strategies and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Eileen Pickard is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill Lynch since 2001. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Christian Grumm is a financial advisor with Merrill in Pennington, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Freedom Mortgage, AT&T, and Nu-Wave Wireless. Outside of finance, he is co-owner of WAC Entertainment LLC, a creative content business producing music, videos, and other online media. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jeffrey Smith is a financial advisor with Ameriprise who holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in several business ventures including partnerships in a fitness gym and a logistics company, and he serves on the boards of The Baby Bureau and St. Joseph's Preparatory School. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on clients approaching or in retirement who meet certain asset thresholds, providing detailed annual recommendations on income, Social Security, and tax strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis, with an emphasis on assets held in Ameriprise-managed accounts and uses algorithmic tools overseen by a dedicated committee.

Christian Tolino is a CFP® professional with four years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. His work history includes roles at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., Cramer Management LLC, and The Vanguard Group, Inc. prior to joining LPL Financial. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Grace Hirshblond is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Philadelphia, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL in 2019, she held positions at Georgian Court University, Ess, West Elm, Pilates Blast, and Monmouth University. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a wide range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, asset management programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive operational and research tools.

Johanna Walters is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining Merrill in 1998, she has worked with C-suite executives, successful entrepreneurs, and multigenerational families, providing investment analysis, wealth management strategies, and estate planning services. Her client-focused approach aims to help individuals and families make informed financial decisions tailored to their unique needs. Johanna graduated magna cum laude from Temple University with a major in finance and business law. She holds the Series 7 and Series 66 FINRA registrations and is licensed as an agent for life, accident, and health insurance. Her professional designations include CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), and CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), among others. She has also attended the University of North Carolina. Beyond her professional career, Johanna serves as a board member of Women's Animal Center, America's first animal shelter. She also supports Wissahickon Trails in its mission for improved water quality, environmental education, and land conservation. Johanna and her husband, Brian Sweeney, reside in Blue Bell, PA, and enjoy horseback riding, skiing, and hiking.

Elona Gera is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 13 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Equitable and its predecessor, AXA Equitable, since 2013. Outside of advising, she provides Albanian interpretation services for medical appointments. Equitable Advisors serves a broad range of clients, including individuals from non-HNW to high-net-worth, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management through various advisory programs and third-party managers.

Elizabeth Herman is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Woodbury Financial Services and Lam Financial Services. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved in financial education as a facilitator and serves as secretary for a nonprofit community event organization and an elder law legal aid nonprofit. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations through a large network of advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with a range of investment options and utilizes firm-provided asset-allocation tools, risk assessments, and automated rebalancing to construct portfolios.

Joshua Nyce is a financial advisor with Merrill holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fidelity Talentsource and The Salvation Army. 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, offering a range of model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

James Vessio is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 credential and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2007, operating out of 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal teams and third-party managers.

Benjamin Archer is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management in West Conshohocken, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 29 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 24 years before joining Morgan Stanley in 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Trustees and the Investment Committee for Germantown Academy, where he contributes his investment expertise to oversee the school’s endowment. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory and brokerage services to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and offers a range of investment programs alongside estate planning and corporate financial planning services.

David Bruno is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 37 years of industry experience, including a long tenure at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. LPL Enterprise, LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm provides investment advisory and brokerage services, utilizing model-driven investment strategies and offering access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and insurance products through affiliated entities.

Christian Pothast is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to Merrill, he held positions at NBCUniversal and Nova Group Marketing, among other roles. He also spent four years affiliated with Seton Hall University. 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, and institutional investors.

Ryan Murray is a financial advisor with Ameriprise based in Jamison, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has worked with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, Murray serves as Treasurer for Nestlewood Estates, is a member of the finance committee at Solomon's Lodge No. 3, and holds leadership positions including Honorary Chairman of the Business Advisory Council and President of Alternative Care Concepts. He also supports local education through involvement with the Jamison Elementary Home & School Association. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver non-discretionary advice, primarily focusing on assets held in Ameriprise Managed Accounts.

David Mebs is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Conshohocken, PA, holding Series 63 and 65 licenses and having 13 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Axa Advisors, LLC and MSI Financial Services, Inc. He is also involved with FirstTrust Financial Resources as an independent insurance agent and with Sage Settlement Consulting. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs delivered through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party managers.

Kate Hershey is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 23 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with PNC Financial Services Group since 2006. Hershey is also a licensed employee at Fulton Bank, where she dedicates a significant portion of her time. 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 offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and supports municipal and public-finance work through unique affiliations.

Samantha Rodrick is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Her prior background includes roles at McDaniel College and Impact XM. She has also been involved with Green Leaf Pet Resort and Hotel 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Ryan Flynn is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in West Conshohocken, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2014 and 2015, respectively. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services supported by structured planning tools and market modeling techniques.