David Colin is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 17 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James & Associates since 2020 and previously spent 10 years at UBS Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, Colin serves on the Emerson Shade Tree Commission. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and consulting services through non-discretionary relationships supported by comprehensive research and multiple portfolio management approaches.

Stephon Watson is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in White Plains, NY, holding Series 63 and 66 licenses and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank in 2023, he worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo NA from 2015 to 2023. Outside of finance, he operates a visual art business, creating various works of art during his spare time. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to offer written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, with clients retaining final decision-making authority.

Christine Contursi is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and holds a Series 63 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and proprietary planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services both directly and through Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Michael Andrito is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2015, progressing through roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Wealth Management Trainee at Global Arena Capital in 2015. Michael is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and holds a California Insurance License. He focuses on developing customized financial plans designed to grow and protect clients' wealth. Outside of his professional role, Michael enjoys football, hiking, music, outdoor adventures, running, and snowboarding.

Dean Kantzos is a financial advisor at Cetera with 24 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has held roles at Avantax Advisory Services, Avantax Investment Services, and 1st Global Advisors, among others. Kantzos is also the founder of Dean Financial Group, a financial services firm based in Glen Rock, NJ. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that combines affiliated and third-party managers.

Patrick Min is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 credentials. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2022, he worked at WnW Capital for 11 years. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by offering tailored financial planning and a variety of advisory programs. The firm’s planning process incorporates structured discovery and firm-approved tools, supporting plans modeled with Secular Return Estimates and Monte Carlo simulations.

Lenay Courtwright is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Westwood, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2000. Outside of her advisory role, she is employed as a sales person at a retail loft in Paramus Park Mall. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm provides comprehensive, research-driven recommendation reports and a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Joseph Murdaco is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His work history includes positions at Bank of America, Merrill, TD Bank, American Tire and Auto Care, and Seton Hall University. 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, and institutional investors.

Brad Litchfield is a Financial Consultant I at Fidelity Investments, where he currently works to help clients and their families create financial plans tailored to their goals. His work often includes tax-efficient investing, estate planning considerations for legacy intentions, and creating income streams for retirement. Brad has progressed through multiple roles at Fidelity Investments, beginning as a Customer Relationship Advocate in 2022, advancing through several Investment Solutions Representative positions from 2023 to 2025, and serving as a High Net Worth Associate in 2023 before becoming a Financial Consultant I in 2025. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Brad enjoys activities such as beach outings, boating, family activities, fitness, exploring food, and golf.

Joanna Kim is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 15 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including United Nations Federal Credit Union, B Riley Capital Management, and FBR Capital Markets. Outside of her advisory role, she provides personal care assistance to her elderly mother. Ameriprise serves clients primarily through its retirement-income planning service tailored for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency strategies to deliver personalized retirement income recommendations.

Gregory Goodman is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over 21 years of experience in the financial services industry, focusing on delivering comprehensive wealth management strategies tailored to individual client needs. Gregory provides access to investment insights and banking services to address various aspects of clients' financial lives, emphasizing personalized plans centered around clients' values and goals. Gregory holds several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is a member of the Investments & Wealth Institute™ and a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University. His expertise includes family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. Beyond his professional work, Gregory is involved in coaching recreational youth sports. His personal interests include baseball, football, golfing, music, reading, skiing, spending time with family, and traveling. He resides in Franklin Lakes, NJ with his wife and children.

Sebastian Hernandez is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2022. Prior to his advisory roles, he was affiliated with Johns Hopkins University. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary program. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates ESG eligibility frameworks in its recommendations.

Christopher Novielli is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2018 and was previously with David Lerner Associates, Inc. He is also the sole proprietor of Good Life Good, a retail and online store based in White Plains, New York. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets through advisory and broker-dealer services.

Michael Higgins is a CFP®-certified financial advisor at Osaic with 28 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Woodbury Financial Services, Fidelity Brokerage Services, and Morgan Stanley. He also works in fixed annuity and insurance sales, researching and recommending appropriate solutions for clients. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a large multi-advisor platform offering both brokerage and advisory services. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting a variety of investment programs and solutions.

Mirella Arias Soto is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 credential and six years of industry experience. She has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2024 and previously held roles at MML Investors Services, MassMutual, William Paterson University, and Sax LLP. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as Vice President of Membership for Prospanica NJ. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients. The firm’s approach involves matching clients to program models or discretionary managers, relying on a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers.

Daniel Gopen is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has 15 years of industry experience, previously working at National Asset Management and National Securities Corporation before joining Cambridge in 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in tax preparation and accounting through Premier Tax Planning and also works as an independent insurance agent. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a wide range of individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, by offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm supports both discretionary and non-discretionary management and provides access to third-party advisers and proprietary model strategies.

Jennifer Perez is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with nine years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2026. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on non-discretionary, written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screens and qualitative research, incorporating ESG eligibility criteria and leveraging broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

William Cooney is a Vice President and Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2013. He has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, with a career that includes roles at Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, and Dreyfus Service Corporation. Throughout his career, he has navigated significant market events such as the dot-com bubble, the post-9/11 bear market, the 2008 financial crisis, and the COVID-19 recession. His extensive experience has provided him with insights into market cycles and client needs, enabling him to educate clients on maintaining their financial plans during periods of volatility. Prior to his current role, he served as Vice President and Financial Consultant at Merrill Lynch and Morgan Stanley, and as a Financial Adviser at Merrill Lynch and Dreyfus Service Corporation.

Melissa Cannizzaro is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 27 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network and UBS Financial Services before joining Cambridge in 2007. Outside of her advisory role, she is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and co-owns a landscaping business. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individual and institutional investors, offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs across multiple platforms. The firm manages a multi-billion dollar asset base and provides access to proprietary model strategies as well as unaffiliated third-party advisers.

Paul Selinger is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Greenwich, CT, holding a Series 66 credential and 16 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Merrill Lynch from 2009 to 2017 before joining Morgan Stanley, where he has been since 2017 and at the Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a sole proprietor in a rental property business. 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, including tailored financial planning services, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.