Grayson Russo is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he held positions across various industries including real estate, sports, and hospitality. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

William Owens is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Havertown, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2009 and was previously affiliated with AXA Advisors. Owens is also involved with KARR BARTH ASSOCIATES and A.P. Lubrano & Company, Inc. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and various third-party asset managers. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model that combines advisory and brokerage channels to deliver tailored financial solutions.

Pari Magura is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with 16 years of industry experience. She is currently with RBC Capital Markets, having previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of her advisory role, Magura serves as Investment Committee Chair for the Samuel S. Fels Fund, is a board member of The Philadelphia Foundation, and volunteers as a troop leader for the Girl Scouts. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a variety of wrap fee advisory programs tailored to clients’ risk profiles and employs both in-house and third-party managers to implement customized portfolio strategies.

Susan Walla is a CFP® professional with 29 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. She has an extensive background that includes over two decades at Avantax and founded her own tax and accounting business in 1988. In addition to her financial advisory work, she serves as Treasurer and Comptroller for Chalfont United Methodist Church, managing their accounting and charitable donation accounts. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered firm that supports a nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a variety of portfolio management and retirement services. The firm operates a multi-manager platform offering a range of investment strategies and program options, overseeing more than $256 billion in assets and approximately 10,000 advisors.

James Burroughs is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with clients and their families to understand their individual financial situations. Utilizing the tools and resources available at Fidelity, he helps develop comprehensive strategies aimed at achieving clients' financial goals. James has a background that includes roles such as Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, as well as various client service positions at Vanguard from 2017 to 2022. His experience spans client care and investment consulting, providing him with a broad perspective on client needs and financial planning. Outside of his professional work, James enjoys cooking and baking, participating in family activities, maintaining fitness, watching movies, exploring outdoor adventures, and traveling.

Paul Raker is a financial advisor at Merrill with 15 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2010. 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jared Payne is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management based in Montgomeryville, PA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Thrivent, he worked at several companies including Zolon Tech Inc and N4 Solutions LLC. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering comprehensive written recommendations on various financial planning topics without implementation. The firm combines goal-based analyses with managed-account options under a consolidated billing service called "WealthPlan," and maintains periodic reviews of client plans.

Brian Peers is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 2005. He is based in Gilbertsville, PA. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet certain asset thresholds. The firm’s approach includes research-driven, non-discretionary recommendation reports focused on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies, supported by algorithmic tools and a centralized consulting team.

John Kane is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following three years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for his children’s investment trusts. Wells Fargo Clearing specializes in retirement plan consulting for qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services based on an IPS-driven approach grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm’s investment options include insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs, providing a broader range of products than typical among large institutional advisers.

Catherine Alexander is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2008 and also holds an executor role for a family estate. 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 strategies for a range of individual and institutional investors.

Sabine De Ruijter is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, she worked for five years at Villanova University and six years at Goois Lyceum. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and advanced modeling tools.

Michael Chiappinelli is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Wynnewood, PA, where he has worked since 2004. He has 21 years of industry experience, including 16 years at AXA Advisors, LLC. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels tailored to client goals and risk tolerance.

Richard Hartman Jr. is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 63 designation and offering 47 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he has supported his family by cosigning a mortgage for his daughter’s home. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, providing financial planning, non-discretionary consulting, and municipal advisory services through a network of nationwide advisers.

John Oreilly is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill since 2010. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Cristian Surdykowski is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors in 2022, he worked briefly at Janney Montgomery Scott, LLC and has experience in food retail and education sectors. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by offering financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, providing both advisory and brokerage channels tailored to client goals and risk tolerance.

Eric Trimble is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry and joined Merrill Lynch in November 2008. Eric works closely with affluent families, high net worth individuals, and closely-held businesses to develop customized financial strategies. His approach involves personal consultations to set quantifiable goals, prioritize client needs, and implement tailored plans using a variety of financial instruments. Eric collaborates with clients’ tax advisors and estate planning attorneys to help ensure their financial affairs are well-managed. His areas of focus include college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management, retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Eric holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Lafayette College and is a member of the Investments & Wealth Institute™. He also carries the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). In addition to his professional work, Eric is involved in his community through organizing fundraisers for the Hearing Loss Association of America.

Ian Rose is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Bryn Mawr, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2001, including time at AXA Advisors, LLC prior to its transition. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Surgeons Capital Management and Attorneys Capital Management. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and various third-party asset managers. The firm uses a hybrid referral and implementation model that incorporates client intake processes and customized advisory programs.

Alexander Peng is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at Bank of America and spent nine years at China Pingan Group. 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.

Laura Thomas is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 30 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. 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 tailored financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Niki Patel is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2017, Patel worked at Sunglass Hut and Rutgers University. 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 a variety of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.