Eugene Giordano is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Middletown, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and over 26 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2003. Giordano is involved in servicing fixed insurance contracts and new business transactions related to life, disability, long-term care, and fixed annuities. 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 through a large network of investment adviser representatives, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Michael Marano is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving as a primary point of contact to coordinate various aspects of his clients' financial lives. He focuses on delivering personalized wealth management strategies centered around strategy, service, and stewardship, aiming to provide clarity, reduce complexity, and help clients make informed financial decisions. His expertise includes investment management, retirement planning, tax considerations, estate strategies, and other key wealth management areas. Michael works with individuals and families on college education planning, family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, and retirement income, among other client focus areas. Michael holds a Bachelor's Degree from Pennsylvania State University and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He is a member of the Shore Builders Association of Central NJ and the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce. Originally from Morris County, New Jersey, he resides in Shrewsbury, Monmouth County with his family. Outside of work, he enjoys boating, football, golfing, ice hockey, music, skiing, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Ethan Friedman is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their long-term goals, focusing on comprehensive wealth management. His approach integrates insights from Merrill and the banking and lending capabilities of Bank of America to adapt strategies to evolving market conditions. Ethan's expertise includes services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, individual and corporate investment strategies, and retirement income. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Wisconsin Madison. In addition to his professional work, Ethan is committed to community involvement and spends time volunteering with local organizations. Outside of work, his personal interests include ice hockey, music, reading, running, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Joseph Troiano is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Cranford, NJ, and has 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Bank of America and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner and Smith since 2013. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Thomas Frothingham is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities for the past 12 years, following earlier roles at UBS Financial Services and Morgan Stanley. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s process combines quantitative and qualitative due diligence and may incorporate an ESG eligibility framework, with implementation support from affiliated entities.

Dipak Shah is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America since 1998. Shah joined LPL Enterprise in 2024. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and various institutions. The firm’s investment approach is model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by internal research and third-party strategists, and offers a range of financial planning and consulting services.

Christopher Junquet is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Ohio State University, MWWPR, and Forsgate Country Club. 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, institutions, and charitable organizations.

Owen Stauffer is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he held positions in retail and banking, including Provident Bank and Kay Jewelers. He also has experience related to Monmouth University. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutional entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach using portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and affiliated trust and insurance services.

Brian Berry is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and external sources.

Antonio Paturzo is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. He has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2015. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions (SPS) Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Yahui Lu is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has held positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, and Ameriprise. LPL Enterprise, LLC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers and model portfolios, and operates as both an investment advisor and broker-dealer with a model-driven investment approach.

Michael Perinelli is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Staten Island, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 15 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at MetLife Securities Inc. from 2011 to 2017 and at MassMutual life Insurance Company since 2016. Outside of advising, he serves as an arbitrator on FINRA arbitration panels and is a co-owner of Wealth Protection Strategies LLC, an entity established to act as a beneficiary for life insurance designations. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm structures planning engagements as annual, collaborative relationships using firm-approved tools to analyze client goals and offers additional services including wrap programs and educational seminars.

Thomas Gioia is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Red Bank, NJ, holding a Series 63 license and over 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, Gioia serves as a trustee on the board of Saint Leo The Great Church and has involvement in independent insurance brokering and business ownership with GMW Realty, LLC. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies through its Premier Retirement Income service.

Anthony Falcone is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Neptune, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its predecessor entity since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages an accounting and tax preparation firm. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm that offers a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions. Notably, it provides a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with at least $1 million in net investable assets, utilizing research and modeling to deliver personalized, tax-efficient income strategies.

Frank Wu is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 36 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America, PRUCO Securities, LLC, and Mass Mutual Investors Services. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in Medicare health consulting and participates in community efforts with the Empowerment of Asian Americans nonprofit. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutional entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

William Tarallo is a CFP® professional with 38 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a managing member of a family-owned business, JOBILL & SONS ENTERPRISES, LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, offering a broad range of investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored recommendations supported by proprietary research and planning tools, with services covering areas such as retirement, education, risk management, and specialized planning for business owners and other niche client needs.

Barbara Glatz is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Inc. since 2011. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services primarily to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Eng Lian is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 designations. His prior roles include positions at Citizens Securities, HSBC Bank USA, CitiGroup, Firstrade Advisor, and TD Ameritrade. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including a broad range of households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a variety of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, all operating under a fiduciary standard.

Krista Dugan is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds the ChFC® designation and has 12 years of industry experience. She has worked at Cetera since 2025, with prior roles at Avantax Investment Services Inc. and Ironpath Financial, among others. Dugan also serves as a Client Services Specialist at Michael S. Licitra, CPA, PC, where she supports client relationships and account maintenance. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, supporting over 10,000 advisors and approximately 800,000 clients nationwide.

David De Cerbo is a Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill, where he has been serving clients since 1998. In his role, he focuses on creating and managing wealth management strategies tailored to individual needs. He works with high-net-worth clients, closely held businesses, and leads efforts with foundations, endowments, and nonprofit organizations. His responsibilities include discretionary investment portfolio management, asset allocation, investment selection, and performance monitoring to help clients achieve their financial objectives. David holds a Bachelor’s degree from Rochester Institute of Technology and an MBA in Finance from Rutgers University. He has earned multiple professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He is also a member of the Knights of Columbus. Residing in Metuchen, New Jersey, David is active in his community, serving on the board of the Metuchen Golf & Country Club and participating in the Knights of Columbus. In his personal time, he enjoys golfing and spending time with his family.