Leslie Garcia is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Fidelity Brokerage Services and in the restaurant industry. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, utilizing structured discovery processes and firm-approved planning tools to support tailored financial plans.

Ronald Millar III is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at MML Investors Services since 2017 and was previously with MetLife Securities from 2006 to 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in insurance sales and owns an LLC for pass-through compensation. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker‑dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various programs including wrap accounts, money‑manager programs, and educational seminars.

Alan Chais is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 55 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Daniela Hurtado Mur is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Miami, FL, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2019, she worked at Best Buy and Florida International University. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and market simulations.

Deborah Trapani is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Lauderdale, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 15 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Fifth Third Private Bank before joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2018. Trapani serves as an advisory board member of the Humane Society of Broward County’s fundraising arm, PAWS. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and charitable organizations.

Juan Sanchez is a financial advisor at Merrill with 9 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2017, alongside his affiliation with Merrill since 2016. 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.

Andre Bekerman is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Miami, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Lendbuzz, Humana, Bradesco Bank, and several other companies. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analysis methods.

Calida Stone is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2014 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Outside of her advisory role, she works as a delivery driver for DoorDash and Uber Eats during her personal time. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services that utilize structured discovery and firm-approved tools to support client planning needs.

Joseph Dichiacchio is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Fort Lauderdale, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2016. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process using firm-approved tools and models.

Michael Berez is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 24 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015, in addition to his tenure at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney beginning in 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by offering a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured discovery conversations and proprietary tools to model outcomes, focusing primarily on an advisory role without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone financial plans.

Christopher Angery is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2017 after working two years at Bank of America. Outside of advising, he is a part-owner and manager of a family-owned auto repair business, CUTLER AUTO TECH LLC, based in Florida. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions (SPS) Program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Lourdes Maria Martinez is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2022. Her prior experience includes roles at Allaria Securities LLC, CGIS Securities, JP Morgan Chase Bank, and Florida International University. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and analyses to support clients' financial goals.

Robert Oliva is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Aventura, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated private bank since 2014 and 2015, respectively. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a range of advisory programs for individuals and institutions. The firm emphasizes structured financial planning supported by proprietary tools and offers broad retail and institutional investment solutions.

Gary Cooper is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Sunny Isles Beach, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2013. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, supported by proprietary research and a broad range of capital markets solutions.

Theodore Kerr is a CFP® with 32 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He spent 25 years at Touchstone Capital, Inc. and 17 years at Commonwealth Financial Network prior to joining Raymond James. Outside of advisory services, he owns and manages several businesses including an aircraft leasing company and a consulting firm focused on advisor-to-advisor services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base ranging from individuals to institutional clients. The firm employs analytical tools and tailored planning approaches to support client goals and offers unique advisory programs including municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Kyle Fisher is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior work experience at AXA Advisors, AT&T, Lockheed Martin, and Penn State University. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a broad network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm employs a client-centered approach that involves assessing risk tolerance and matching clients to investment models or discretionary managers, utilizing both proprietary and third-party programs.

Luis M. Posse is an International Wealth Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 25 years of experience in the financial industry. He has specialized knowledge in wealth structuring and delivering financial strategies for large international families and companies. Luis began his career at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2001, providing financial advice to large institutions, insurance companies, and pension funds. His institutional expertise has enabled him to cater to both international and domestic private clients. By the end of 2012, Luis advanced to the role of Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch, becoming one of the youngest to hold this position at the firm at the time. Prior to his tenure at Merrill Lynch, he worked at Banco Liniers Sudamericano and Argencard S.A. in Buenos Aires. Luis holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Colorado at Boulder and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is fluent in English and Spanish. Originally from Argentina and educated in both Europe and the United States, Luis currently resides in Key Biscayne, Florida. Outside of his professional pursuits, he engages in activities such as snow skiing, golfing, and kite surfing.

Juan Benjumea is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, N.A., 24 Hour Fitness, Footaction Inc, and Broward College. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions (SPS) Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Eleazar Ayala is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 10 years of experience in the financial services industry. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 2022, Eleazar has developed tailored financial strategies to help clients pursue their personal and long-term goals. His expertise includes liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, and retirement income. Before joining Merrill Lynch, Eleazar held numerous roles over a span of more than nine years at another financial institution. He possesses the Series 7 and Series 66 FINRA registrations and holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Eleazar earned an associate's degree and a bachelor's degree from Broward College, as well as a high school diploma from South Miami High. Fluent in both Spanish and English, he balances his professional career with personal interests such as baseball, basketball, football, music, cooking, traveling with his wife Andrea and their two daughters, and supporting local sports teams.

Jacques Kaswan is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Miami, FL, holding a Series 66 designation with six years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at JP Morgan, Sunrise Securities, and Financial Partners Capital Management. Kaswan also spent five years affiliated with Yeshiva University. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and market analysis.