Nicole Poteat is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Merrill, based in Melville, NY. She has eight years of industry experience, including two years at Goldman Sachs before joining Merrill in 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a committee member of Gaingels, a venture capital syndicate focused on early-stage companies led by LGBT executives, and holds board positions with the Ackerman Institute for the Family and Congregation Emanu-El of Westchester. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based, discretionary, and tax-aware investment strategies. The firm’s integration within Bank of America enables access to a broad product platform including lending, custody, and principal trading services.

Craig Valentine is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2022, he worked at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management from 2013 to 2022. He also works with Hendel Wealth Management Group in a support role. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a broad client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, charitable organizations, and government entities. The firm offers customized, non-discretionary advisory services and administers specialized programs like the SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services for small businesses.

Brian Emery is a CFP® and ChFC® with 24 years of experience in financial advising. He has been with Ameriprise since 2005 and is currently based in Point Lookout, NY. Emery serves on the Board of Directors for the Point Lookout Civic Association, where he is involved as CEO and Park Project Coordinator. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm that offers a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions. It provides a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to produce personalized recommendation reports.

Stefan Kaplan is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 designation and over 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2017, as well as at MetLife Securities from 2011 to 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in life insurance sales as an insurance agent. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with diverse portfolio management and consulting services, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary account structures.

Thomas G. Raymond is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has worked since 2001. He currently serves as a Portfolio Manager and holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) designation. Over his 30-plus year career in the financial services industry, Thomas has dedicated himself to advising wealthy families, individuals, and senior executives on managing all aspects of their investments and finances. Thomas began his career in 1985 in New York City with The Private Bank at Bankers Trust Company, where he served as Vice President and Senior Investment Officer. He then worked as a Senior Portfolio Manager & Analyst at OFFITBANK before joining Morgan Stanley's Private Wealth Management Group in 1999. His expertise encompasses investment advice, discretionary investment management, municipal bond management, private equity and alternative investments, as well as trust and estate planning services. Thomas holds a bachelor's degree from Ohio Wesleyan University and has earned multiple professional designations including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He has served as a Director of The Greenwich Hospital Endowment Fund, Inc. and participated in the Greenwich Health Association and Greenwich Hospital Investment Oversight Committee from 2000 through 2018. In his personal time, Thomas enjoys running, swimming, and spending time with his family.

Peter Manzi is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding CFP® and Series 63 and 65 licenses, and has 30 years of industry experience. He previously worked at City National Securities and City National Bank for nearly two decades before joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2024. He serves as a board member of The Estate Planning Council of Long Island, where he participates in networking and development activities for estate planning professionals. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Kenneth Sheresky is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at City National Bank, RBC Capital Markets, and Morgan Stanley. He serves as a committee member at Silver Hill Hospital, a nonprofit psychiatric hospital, where he is involved in patient advocacy. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm employs a research-driven approach supported by Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party analytics, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions across a broad client base.

Dennis Kaffel is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 56 years of industry experience. His prior firms include Western International Securities, Inc., where he worked for 11 years, and Brill Securities, Inc., where he served for 24 years. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Sameer Aga is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Outside of finance, he is involved in importing fruit beverages through his ownership of Global Pathway Inc. He also plans to operate a computer parts sales and repair business under Aga Technologies. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors. The firm offers asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, delivering these services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Guillermo Bautista Jr. is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James since 2016. Bautista is also the sole member of Target Rock Group LLC, a non-investment-related business. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning and investment consulting to individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth investors, pension plans, and government entities, offering tailored, primarily non-discretionary advisory services and specialized programs for small businesses.

Edward Fennessey is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2016, serving in various roles including Financial Consultant and Investment Consultant. Prior to Fidelity, Edward worked at Newman & Associates - Ameriprise Financial as a Paraplanner from 2013 to 2016, and held positions at TIAA-CREF and UBS Wealth Management. Edward's approach centers on partnering with clients to define and clarify their personal and financial priorities. He collaborates with clients to develop and implement financial plans aimed at achieving their goals, focusing on understanding their family's needs and maintaining a long-term perspective on their objectives. Outside of his professional work, Edward enjoys biking, family activities, golf, outdoor adventures, running, and skiing.

Natasha Mitra is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at JPMorgan Securities LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, and Citigroup Global Markets Inc. She has been with Merrill since 2022. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional entities.

Leonard Baldassare is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in providing personalized wealth management strategies that align with his clients' individual goals. Leonard focuses on areas such as education planning, executive and equity compensation services, institutional and corporate benefits, legacy planning, retirement planning, investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. With a background that includes 20 years at a Fortune 100 company, Leonard transitioned to financial advising to pursue his passion for helping clients develop and achieve their financial goals. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Hofstra University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Leonard follows Merrill’s tradition of community involvement and dedicates time to volunteering with Rotary International. Outside of work, he enjoys biking, boating, cooking, dancing, football, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Brandon Findel is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and Equitable Advisors prior to his current role. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Thomas Moehringer is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2016 and also at Webster Bank since 2021, with prior experience at Astoria Bank. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers diverse financial planning and advisory programs, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches supported by research and multiple portfolio strategies.

Michael Kryger is a Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor at Fidelity Investments. In his current role, he focuses on helping families navigate multi-generational wealth through holistic planning and fostering trusted relationships. He works with a team to develop personalized financial plans tailored to clients' unique situations, goals, and aspirations. Michael has been with Fidelity Investments since 2014, holding various positions including Vice President Branch Leader, Assistant Branch Leader, Vice President Financial Consultant, Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. His extensive tenure at Fidelity has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of wealth management and client service across multiple Long Island branches. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Michael enjoys attending concerts, fitness activities, social events with friends, music, reading, and playing table tennis.

John L'Abbate is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 27 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial and previously worked at Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc. and American Investment Planners LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in tax preparation and accounting through roles at American Taxes Inc. and his own firm, John L'Abbate LLC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios and research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors, alongside various technology-driven investment strategies.

Paul Mulvihill is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Garden City, NY, holding a Series 66 license and 27 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 13 years before joining Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in 2022. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process includes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, and it provides advisory services without individual security recommendations in standalone planning.

Alexander Faerman is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2004 and has also been with Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Caitlin Finley is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 21 years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2008 and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2002. Outside of finance, she is an owner and partner in SurfRidge Brewing Co, a craft brewery with locations in California and Connecticut. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a team of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering services on a non-discretionary basis.