Darraugh Valli is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. since 2024 and has been involved with Family Investors Company since 2000 as an owner. He serves as a board member of the Silver Beach Association and is also an independent insurance agent. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and retirement-plan sponsors. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through independent Financial Professionals using a variety of proprietary and third-party strategies across multiple platforms.

Robert Muhleisen is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Chatham, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 42 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Prudential Equity Group. He is also involved with RJM Investment Management and Planning LLC. 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 financial planning services, utilizing Wells Fargo research and tools to develop tailored recommendations for clients who meet specified net-worth thresholds.

Darren Marcantuone is a Senior Financial Advisor and First Vice President with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been helping clients navigate their financial lives since 1996 and joined Merrill Lynch in August 2006. In his role, Darren works closely with clients to pursue their goals through personalized investment strategies, designing and managing customized portfolios from both Merrill-managed solutions and third-party investment options. When appropriate, he manages these strategies on a discretionary basis through the firm's Investment Advisory Program. Darren holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation and the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®) designation. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University in Florham Park, New Jersey, with a minor in Entrepreneurial Studies. He is experienced in working with individuals and families during financial transitions, assisting with retirement planning, legacy considerations, and collaborating with estate planning attorneys to align financial strategies with long-term goals. Outside of his professional work, Darren lives in New Providence, New Jersey, with his wife, Diana, their sons Jason and Ethan, and their family pet, Percy. His personal interests include cooking, fishing, gardening, golfing, photography, pickleball, softball, and spending time with his family.

Juan Leon Ruiz is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2018 and has been with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2014. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, serving plan sponsors with tailored solutions and a broader range of financial product offerings, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Leonardo Urena Guzman is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at Bank of America, Market Securities LLC, Petco, and teaching roles at Middlebury College and Cresskill High School. 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.

Andrea Spatola is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she assists clients in managing their financial assets and planning for various financial goals, including home buying, education savings, and retirement planning. She emphasizes listening to her clients and prioritizing their needs to develop and implement effective financial plans. With over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, Andrea has held several roles including Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley and Prudential Financial, Senior Investment Analyst for the United States Steel and Carnegie Pension Fund, and Equity Analyst positions at Tupelo Capital Management, Credit Suisse First Boston, Deutsche Bank, and PaineWebber. Andrea holds a California Insurance License.

Bernard Pigott is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill, as well as owning a Fit Body Boot Camp franchise and operating Pigott Consulting. 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.

Thomas Hall is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013, also working with JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2011. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with market-facing registrations and offers advisory services alongside affiliated brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Annu Mccarthy is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 24 years of industry experience. She has previously worked at Merrill, LPL Financial, LLC, and IBEX Wealth Advisors. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, offering investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage solutions. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and uses research-driven approaches based on diversification and modern portfolio theory.

Margot O'Neill is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 44 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1979. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Michael Fisher is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been serving clients since 2003. In his role, he manages the investment side of the business by implementing the wealth management process, analyzing client accounts, conducting investment manager reviews, and preparing customized proposals and portfolio reviews. Michael provides traditional financial advice and guidance, helping clients pursue their investment objectives through a variety of Merrill or approved third-party investment strategies, funds, and portfolios. His areas of expertise include equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and tax minimization. Michael holds FINRA Series 7 and 66 registrations, Life and Health insurance licenses, and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned a bachelor's degree in marketing management from the Pamplin School of Business at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Michael lives in Brielle, New Jersey, with his wife Stephanie and their two children, Mason and Kyra. Outside of work, he enjoys adventure sports such as surfing, snowboarding, skiing, hiking, and fishing, as well as spending time boating and traveling. He is involved in community activities through his volunteer work with the Surfrider Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting oceans, waves, and beaches.

Bimal Gupta is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Summit, NJ, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2022, he worked at Avantax Investment Services and has been involved with Parsippany Tax and Accounting Corporation since 2010, where he operates a CPA accounting and tax practice. He serves on the board of the Northeast Society for Education and Learning and participates on the advisory board of Citizens Bank. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, notable for its Premier Retirement Income service, which provides tailored retirement income planning through a collaborative, non-discretionary approach supported by research and algorithmic analysis.

Bela Patel is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1995. Patel is also a co-owner of a family investment-related business. 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, and institutional investors.

Matthew Fazendeiro is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Park Avenue Securities and the Guardian Life Insurance Agency. Outside of his advisory work, he has experience in the food service industry and has worked for the Food and Drug Administration. 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 offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to third-party asset management, supporting client portfolios with both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

John Cicmansky is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2022. He specializes in building customized financial plans that prioritize the personal and financial needs of his clients and their families. His approach involves collaborating closely with clients to determine investment decision preferences and to simplify their financial lives. Prior to his current position, John worked as a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated from 2011 to 2022. He also served as a Registered Representative at AXA Advisors LLC in 2010. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, John enjoys camping, golf, kayaking, skiing, softball, and volunteering.

Justin Winkelman is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services based in Warren, NJ. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has five years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Mutual of Omaha Investor Services and H. Beck Inc/Grove Point Investments Inc. Outside of advising, he is involved in insurance sales through an outside insurance brokerage focused on life, disability, long-term care, fixed annuities, and health products. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, employing technology such as Monte Carlo simulations and automated asset-allocation tools to develop collaborative annual financial plans.

Roopesh Amin is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Short Hills, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2016. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by structured discovery processes and advanced modeling tools.

Joseph Cataldo is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James since 2019 and previously spent 11 years at Morgan Stanley. He is also the owner of Iron Ridge Wealth Management Group and Cataldo Wealth Management. 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 uses analytical tools such as risk profiling and probability modeling to tailor non-discretionary planning and consulting to client goals, and it supports a broad advisor network with additional specialized services in municipal finance and retirement plan advisory.

Frank Mastrosimone is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 49 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, and Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. Outside of advising, he occasionally assists his wife with her real estate transactions through Weichert Realtors. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and various affiliated financial services.

Ryan Welsch is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. and Shapiro Financial Group. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports a wide network of advisors and affiliated firms.