Robert Austin is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at UBS Securities LLC and Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC, where he worked for over three decades combined. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and various corporate and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach utilizing portfolios developed by internal and third-party strategists, offering financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Nicole Poteat is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Goldman Sachs from 2015 to 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a committee member of Gaingels, a venture capital syndicate focused on early-stage companies with LGBT leadership, and holds board positions with the Ackerman Institute for the Family and Congregation Emanu-El of Westchester. 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 both model-based and discretionary strategies tailored to individual, high-net-worth, and institutional investors.

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. He also works as an associate for Hendel Wealth Management Group, assisting with client account services and new business solicitation. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and nonprofit clients. The firm delivers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and modeling tools, and maintains specialized offerings such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory programs.

Robert Galian is a CFP® and ChFC® with 19 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2016, currently serving in Oakdale, NY. Prior to his current role, he has also worked within J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2018. 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 and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

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.

Jack Mullen is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Stamford, CT. He holds a Series 66 designation and began his career in the industry in 2026. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, his background includes roles in education and beverage distribution. Equitable Advisors serves individuals across wealth levels, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm provides financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs, utilizing a variety of investment models implemented through third-party managers and affiliated programs.

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, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and having 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James since 2016. Bautista is also the sole member of Target Rock Group LLC and works as an associate for First Harbor Financial Services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and utilizes analytical tools to support client goals, with a notable affiliation to a municipal advisor and programs such as SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Natasha Mitra is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, and Citigroup Global Markets Inc. 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.

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.

Sheila Spicehandler is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2020, she spent nine years at Ameriprise Financial Services. She serves as the Investment Advisory Committee Chairman for Temple Beth El in Chappaqua, NY, advising on investment policy. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of planning solutions supported by proprietary research and tools.

John L'abbate is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 28 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial and has previously worked for Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc. and American Investment Planners, LLC. L'abbate is also involved in tax preparation and accounting through his work with American Taxes, Inc. and John L'Abbate LLC. 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 wide range of financial planning and asset management services, including access to third-party asset managers and institutional platforms, supported by advanced research and operational tools.

Anthony Rutigliano is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 18 years of industry experience, including roles at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Outside of advisory work, he owns a consulting business that supports his wealth management practice. LPL Enterprise serves a broad client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and participation in a wrap program.

Clifford Sieber is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Huntington, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He previously worked at Sweet Hollow Management Corporation from 2014 to 2020. Outside of financial advising, Sieber is president and sole employee of CS2 Equipment Leasing Corp, a truck leasing business. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations delivered through a centralized consulting team.

Rodovane Ragui is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2011. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice and customized performance reporting through a team of Wealth Advisors. The firm delivers these services alongside brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Steven Cellen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and 25 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2026, he worked at Equity Services, Inc and National Life Group for 14 years each. He is also an insurance agent operating under Cellen Financial, selling life, disability, and health insurance. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Charles Justino is a CFP® professional with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. He worked previously at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 15 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Certainty of the Uncertainty, LLC, an advisor-owned entity established to manage his practice. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, utilizing a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of large institutional firms.

John Lucas is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with three years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Reliant Funding before joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. His background includes a significant period focused on full-time education. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a broad range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and market scenario modeling.

Matthew Hill is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at SII / John Hancock Financial Network for 12 years before joining OSAIC in 2018. Hill manages his investment and securities business through the DBAs Client Focused Advisors and Hook Wealth Management LLC. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through an extensive network of affiliated financial advisors. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools and risk-tolerance analysis to construct portfolios that include a variety of investment vehicles.

Bryn Doyle is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 17 years of industry experience. He has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2016. Doyle is also an independent insurance agent specializing in disability, fixed annuities, life/accident/health, long-term care, and property & casualty insurance. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser subsidiary of MassMutual that provides ongoing financial planning and asset management to individuals, business owners, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm’s planning engagements involve collaborative, annual relationships with clients, using firm-approved analysis tools to develop written recommendations.