Hisham Hraiche 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, Ameriprise Financial Services LLC, Rippling, and Pareto. He has also held positions at Asset Living, Rutgers Alexander Library, and High Tech 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, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Thomas Smedley is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with various Morgan Stanley entities since 2007, including Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in property rental in Manville, New Jersey. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and investment models.

Frank Howard Jr. is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Millburn, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 11 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and AXA Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in managing rental properties. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions with integrated custody and brokerage support.

Gerard Rabadeau is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 47 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James since 2018 and previously held positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. He is co-owner of Rabadeau Wealth Group, a support business outside of his advisory role. 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, pension plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm offers non-discretionary planning tailored to client goals and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Daniel Ramer is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with UBS since 2013. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as treasurer for the Jewish Family Service of Central New Jersey, where he oversees the finance committee and collaborates on budgeting and financial planning. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a range of capital markets services alongside fiduciary financial planning.

Brent Freda is a financial advisor at Merrill holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has experience working at Fulton Bank and Xactus prior to his current role at Merrill and Bank of America, where he has been since 2026. 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. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Todd Gordon is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been focusing on asset management for individuals, families, and retirement planning for business owners since 2017. He leads the Sentinel Team at the Summit, NJ branch, alongside his business partner and support staff. The team has been recognized on the Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams" list for 2023, 2024, and 2025. Mr. Gordon has over 26 years of experience in the financial industry. He began his career as a fixed income specialist at Gibraltar Securities, which became RBC Dain Rauscher. He has also held positions as Vice President in the Private Client Group at Bear Stearns and Senior Vice President at Morgan Stanley prior to joining Merrill Lynch. His areas of expertise include college education planning, executive compensation, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, and retirement income. He earned his bachelor's degree from Syracuse University and holds FINRA series 7, 63, and 65 registrations, life insurance licenses, and professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Mr. Gordon resides in Short Hills, NJ with his wife and two children. His personal interests include cooking, golfing, hiking, and running.

Jack Riley is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Warren, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he co-owns a beach home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining model-based asset allocations with research from its Chief Investment Office and Global Research teams to tailor client plans. The firm provides a range of services including portfolio management, financial planning, and capital markets activities, operating as both an investment adviser and broker-dealer.

Alan Jacobson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Citigroup Global Markets Inc, and Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, he manages seasonal weekly rental properties. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and a wide range of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

William Huntley is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked in various roles, including positions at Merri Makers Caterers, Barrel and Roost, Lafayette College, ShopRite, Trump National Golf Course, and Christian Brothers Academy. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific eligibility criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security claiming options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

John Digamon is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and possessing 17 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at TD Ameritrade Investment Management, TD Ameritrade, and Scottrade Inc. He is currently based in Millburn, NJ. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base of primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a multi-asset investment approach supported by research and due diligence on alternative investments.

Lauren Waletzki is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2024, she worked at KPMG from 2022 to 2024 and was affiliated with Stevens Institute of Technology from 2018 to 2022. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s advisory process is guided by investment policy statements and modern portfolio theory, and it includes a broad range of financial products such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Andrew Black is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 18 years of industry experience, including roles at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing before joining his current firm in 2022. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, offering investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services, including niche areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs planning, supported by proprietary research and tools.

Christian Cooper is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 39 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has been with Wells Fargo Advisors and related entities since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Orange Sunshine Publishing Co., where he writes children's books. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of investment and financial planning services. The firm provides tailored recommendations supported by proprietary research and planning tools, with services covering areas such as retirement, education, business-owner transition, and special-needs planning.

Patrick Gill is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Woodbridge, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he worked at McLanahan's and has been involved in various roles including at Penn State University. He serves as a Sports and Social Committee Member for the Penn State Alumni Chapter in Lehigh Valley, PA. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes a range of advisory models and third-party asset managers, serving clients through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives.

Steven Goldberg is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 32 years of industry experience. He previously worked for Family Investors Company for 24 years before joining Cambridge in 2024. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and serves as a board member of the Fanwood-Scotch Plains Rotary Club and vice president of BNI - Select Business Source. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered adviser serving a broad range of clients, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through independent Financial Professionals using a variety of portfolio solutions and custody arrangements.

Ryan Luckman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. He has prior experience with ClearFocus Financial and The Investment Center, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he has been involved in operating hospitality-related businesses including The Liquor Factory and Alibi Beach Bar & Grill. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial services including advisory and brokerage solutions, financial planning, and access to third-party asset management across various platforms.

Frank Robertazzi is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with the firm since 2007, providing tailored financial strategies and precise implementation to individuals and families across the United States. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch, Frank spent more than 25 years in national and global business development within the electronics and lighting industries, including roles at HP, Agilent, and CML, where he served as Vice President of business development. His expertise involves simplifying complex financial situations, designing detailed long-term strategies, and executing disciplined processes for managing investments, retirement planning, cash-flow needs, and wealth transfer objectives. Frank holds multiple professional certifications, including the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA®), and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC). He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from NYU's Polytechnic School of Engineering and graduated from Brooklyn Technical High School. Outside of his professional role, Frank is involved with several organizations such as the Civic Story Board, Polytechnic Alumni Board, Rotary International Summit NJ, and Sage Elder Care Board. His personal interests include baseball, fishing, running, and spending time with his family.

Ethan Madera is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at UBS since 2018 in various roles. Prior to his current position, he was involved with multiple organizations including Rutgers University and several service industry roles. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, leveraging proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor strategies to clients’ goals.

Jamaal Stanton is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2020. He has over a decade of experience in the financial services industry, having previously served as an Assistant Vice President and Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2008 to 2020. Jamaal specializes in partnering with clients and their families to develop, implement, and monitor customized financial plans aimed at achieving their financial goals. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his capability to provide comprehensive financial advice. Throughout his career, Jamaal has focused on building professional relationships with clients to understand their personal and financial needs.