Michael Amato is a CFP® and PFS™ with 34 years of experience in financial services. He currently works at Cetera and has held previous positions at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Investment Services. In addition to his advisory role, Amato is president of Independent Tax & Financial Planners, P.C., where he provides tax preparation and accounting services, and serves as a fiduciary trustee. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services delivered through a nationwide network of independent advisors.

Ryan Harrison is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Levittown, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He worked at Merrill from 2015 to 2021 before joining Ameriprise in 2021. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed Recommendation Reports on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, algorithm-supported recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Jacqueline Zapicchi Cloughsey is a financial advisor at Cetera with 16 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked with Ameriprise Financial Services and Signator Investors. She is also an insurance agent selling fixed insurance products and is involved with DFG Financial Group, LLC, a financial services firm. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide network of independent advisors serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party managers.

Omar Ahmad is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been 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 strategies developed by internal teams and third-party managers for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Jeffrey Burns is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 34 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. 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 retirement income advice through a centralized consulting team.

Donovan Stuard is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Newtown, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and five years of industry experience. His career includes roles at McDermott Investment Advisors, Merrill Lynch, and work in education at Widener University and Bethlehem Catholic High School. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Ryan Ascone is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2009 and 2010, respectively. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Abigail Antwi is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Merrill, she worked in healthcare and legal support roles and is involved in entrepreneurial ventures including ownership of a healthcare services company and a women's retail clothing line. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Valerie Ozer is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having eight years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at PFS Investments Inc. and Eden Engineering, LLC. She is also involved in selling loan products and home-related services through affiliates of PFS Investments Inc. Primerica Advisors sponsors and manages a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-HNW and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm operates at scale with thousands of advisors and offices, offering model-driven investment strategies supported by third-party asset managers and custodial services.

Andrew Bennett is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2019. Prior to his current role, he was employed at Yelp, Inc. from 2015 to 2019. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Derek Bilcik is a financial advisor with Merrill in Pennington, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ceros Financial Services, Inc. and Critical Math Advisors, LLC before joining Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith in 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a member and event coordinator for the Yardley Shade Tree Commission. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Patrick Carpio is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2008. Prior to and during his tenure at Merrill, he has also worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. 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 strategies for a range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts.

Adam Gladstone is a CFP® professional affiliated with LPL Financial, with 25 years of industry experience. He has worked with LPL Financial since 2016 and has been involved with Global One Financial Services since 2003. Outside of his advisory role, he is engaged in tax preparation and accounting services through Global One Financial Services and holds a non-variable insurance license. 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a network of over 22,800 advisors.

Brian Bertolini is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of experience at the firm and 8 years in the industry. He holds a Series 66 designation and is based in Pennington, NJ. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Christopher Reilly is a financial advisor at Osaic with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors, MSI Financial Services, Firstrust Financial Advisors, Equitable Advisors, and Progress Financial Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, Reilly is also involved as an agent offering disability, fixed and indexed annuities, health savings accounts, and traditional life insurance. Osaic Wealth serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform that provides brokerage and advisory services, including financial planning, advisor-managed portfolios, and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment approach focuses on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by various tools and a range of discretionary and third-party management options.

Cole Garrow is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at LPL Enterprise LLC / Prudential Advisors and has a background that includes roles outside the financial sector. He has been involved with local sports organizations, including the Flemington Baseball Academy and Hopewell Basketball Association. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional plans.

Jordan Assentato is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and one year of industry experience. He has previously worked at Ameriprise, ADP, and Lincoln Financial Group. Outside of his advisory role, he is also active as an insurance agent focusing on fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, institutional, and retirement plan clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services utilizing a multi-manager platform with a broad selection of program structures and third-party managers.

Chirag Shah is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan, he worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he is also a caregiver for his parents through Priva LLC, a home care agency. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and includes an ESG eligibility framework, with a range of services supported by affiliated investment-management entities.

Arthur Percario is a financial advisor at Merrill with 38 years of industry experience. He has held his current position at Merrill since 1989 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. 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 designed by internal and third-party teams.

Ian Stewart is a Planning Consultant who collaborates with clients to develop financial plans tailored to their goals and objectives. He has professional experience as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2023, and as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2022. In 2021, he also worked as a Financial Consultant at Equitable. Outside of his professional work, Ian is interested in family activities, fitness, football, parenthood, and pets.