Matthew Brogan is a financial advisor with Merrill in Paramus, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and its parent Bank of America since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he holds a power of attorney position for an entity named F A B based in Beach Haven, New Jersey. 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 with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Michael Szalkiewicz is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Rutherford, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Rutherford Futbol Club. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals approaching or in retirement with specific asset criteria, providing detailed recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines algorithmic automation and research-driven modeling to deliver tailored, non-discretionary advice through a centralized consulting team.

Aidan Tessler is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he held roles at Family Management Corporation and Fitzsimmons Abrams LLP, and he has academic experience from the University of Florida. Outside of his advisory work, he was involved with Camp Chen-A-Wanda. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and proprietary planning tools.

Glenn Cohen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Paramus, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory duties, he is involved with Lifepolicy Pros, focusing on non-variable insurance sales. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools for research and operations.

Christopher Busch is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. 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. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and market scenario modeling.

Kenneth Helman is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2016 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and develops tailored recommendations using proprietary research and planning tools.

Mary Jo Kerrigan is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with five years of industry experience. She previously worked for Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc./Bank of America for ten years and spent one year at Equitable Advisors. Kerrigan serves as a board member of the Rensselaer Newman Foundation and is Co-President of the Washington Elementary Home School Association. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers various financial planning and investment management solutions, including model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced operational tools.

James Dimitriou is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2011 and previously held positions at Raymond James Financial and Morgan Stanley. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Lilly Heller is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and one year of industry experience. She previously worked at End Point Corp. and attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and research.

Evan Ross is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in White Plains, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 20 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2017, he worked at NFP Securities, Inc. for five years. Ross is involved in related business activities including The Ross Company and Asterion Wealth Advisory Group, which operate as DBAs for his LPL business. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with a wide range of investment strategies and operational tools.

Paul Randazzo is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management specializing in serving service-based business owners. He focuses on aligning business and personal finances into coordinated plans aimed at simplifying complex financial situations, protecting assets, and creating strategies for business continuity and legacy. Paul works with clients to develop tailored solutions that include continuity and succession planning, wealth optimization, asset protection, and legacy planning. His approach aims to reduce reliance on the business owner, enabling clients to achieve more time and freedom while providing a clear roadmap for long-term confidence. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Rowan University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional work, Paul enjoys activities such as boxing, fishing, football, pickleball, traveling, and watching movies.

Sevdi Dauti is a CFP® professional with 26 years of industry experience, currently serving at Morgan Stanley. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2025, she spent 15 years at UBS Financial Services. Outside of her advisory role, she is a partner in SD Consulting LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer providing a wide range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and incorporates structured discovery and firm-approved planning tools in its financial planning process.

Matthew Kraft is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Paramus, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He worked at Bank of America, NA for 18 years before joining UBS in 2017. He has a role with City Coast Trust with no expected duties unless specific conditions occur. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory services, including portfolio management and financial planning. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, using proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor strategies to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Donald Rifkin is a CFP® professional affiliated with LPL Financial, with 27 years of industry experience. His prior roles include 15 years at Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc., and he has operated his own CPA and financial planning practice since 1989. Rifkin also serves in fiduciary capacities outside of his advisory work. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to third-party asset management, supported by technology tools and a broad platform of investment options.

Sarah Ricca is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 16 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Ricca serves as a trustee and partner in investment-related businesses outside of her advisory role. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets through a structured planning process and a range of advisory programs.

Lukasz Skowronski is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2017, following a prior role at JPMorgan Securities LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and models. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers diverse investment and planning services through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

DeAnna Savarese is a Planning Consultant with Fidelity Investments, where she collaborates with clients and teams to create comprehensive financial plans aimed at helping clients pursue their future financial goals and establish generational relationships with Fidelity Investments. She has held various roles within Fidelity Investments since 2012, including Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. Prior to her tenure at Fidelity, DeAnna worked as a Financial Advisor at AXA Advisors from 2008 to 2012. Her professional experience centers around financial planning and client relationship management, with a focus on delivering personalized investment and financial consultation services. Outside of her professional career, DeAnna engages in family activities and enjoys gardening, horseback riding, skiing, snowboarding, and volunteering.

Mary Fava Marsh is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 25 years of industry experience. She is currently with Morgan Stanley in Paramus, NJ, having joined the firm in 2025 after nine years at UBS Financial Services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers a broad range of investment and financial planning services.

Jim Akasala is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and previously worked at Citigroup Global Markets and CITI Private Advisory. Outside of his advisory role, he is a silent partial owner of a gas station and convenience store business. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to clients such as corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Michael Vitacco is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 33 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at JP Morgan Securities and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and investment research.