Thomas Walters is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work history includes positions at Bank of America, N.A., and 303 Ocean LLC. Merrill serves a diverse client base, including individuals across wealth levels, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients, offering managed account programs, third-party manager selection, and discretionary portfolio management. The firm emphasizes tax-efficient strategies and leverages its integration with Bank of America affiliates to support a broad range of financial services.

Jason Snyder is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2017 and previously worked for SolarCity/Tesla from 2015 to 2017. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Ruben Marshall is a CFP® professional with 28 years of industry experience, currently serving at J.P. Morgan Securities in Princeton, NJ. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2014 and previously spent three years with RGCA Family, LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory capabilities with brokerage, distribution, and investment management services.

Robert Jaouen Jr. is a financial advisor with Merrill in Pennington, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved part-time with his family’s business, De Lorenzo's Tomato Pies, serving as a restaurant server. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions, supported by internal and third-party managers.

Lisa Kent is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 40 years of experience to her role. She serves multiple generations within families, focusing on family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, and personal retirement planning. Lisa is a qualified Portfolio Manager within the Merrill Investment Advisory Program, where she builds and manages personalized investment strategies that may incorporate a range of assets and third-party strategies. Lisa holds a Bachelor's degree from Bucknell University. She holds several professional designations, including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Lisa was honored to chair the Merrill Financial Advisor Advisory Council to Management in 2021, representing her peers to senior leadership. She has been recognized by Forbes as one of the "Best-In-State Wealth Advisors" from 2019 through 2023, and as one of "America's Top Women Wealth Advisors" in 2019, 2020, and 2021. Lisa focuses on empowering women to take control of their financial lives, providing clear guidance as a peer and mentor. Outside of work, she enjoys cycling, cooking, hiking, dancing, and spending time with her family in East Brunswick, New Jersey.

Ronald White is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. His prior experience includes roles at IC Advisory Services Inc, The Investment Center Inc, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Banc of America Investment Services, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in businesses including pest control and fireplace services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a wide range of advisory services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms.

Brigitte Bendriss is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She joined Merrill Lynch in 2012, bringing over thirty years of experience in operational and accounting management as well as ownership within the auto and heavy truck dealership industry. Her extensive business background provides her with unique insight into the financial and estate management needs of business owners. Ms. Bendriss earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Management from Louisiana State University in 1980 and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. She focuses on delivering customized financial strategies tailored to high-net-worth individuals and business owners, emphasizing understanding clients’ priorities to develop personalized wealth management, estate, and business financial plans. A lifelong resident of Lake Charles, Louisiana, Ms. Bendriss is actively involved in her community. She serves as a board member of the Chennault International Airport Authority and has been a Vestry member and Finance Committee member of the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, where she has also held the office of Senior Warden. Outside of her professional and community roles, she pursues interests including big game hunting and spending time with her family.

Marc Campanaro is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Princeton, NJ, holding CFP® and ChFC® designations with 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo and its predecessor firms since 2004. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages roughly $671 billion in assets through more than 14,000 advisors and offers a combination of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Vincent Fichera is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he partners with clients to understand their short and long-term financial goals and develops individualized financial plans. He focuses on providing a transparent and welcoming experience to clients and aims to build relationships that foster confidence and comfort in every interaction. Vincent has accumulated experience in the financial services industry through various positions. Prior to his current role, he served as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2024. Before joining Fidelity, he held several roles at Merrill, including AVP, Financial Solutions Advisor from 2021 to 2023, Investment Consultant II on the Premium Team from 2020 to 2021, Investment Consultant on the Trade Desk in 2020, and Financial Services Representative from 2019 to 2020.

Eric Nelson is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Princeton, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade, Bank of America, and Merrill. Nelson has been with Charles Schwab since 2019 across different divisions. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a multi-asset investment approach supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Emily Wingfield is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2019. Prior to her career in finance, she held various roles including positions at TGI Friday's and J&J Snack Foods. 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 institutions.

Daniel Guss is a financial advisor at Merrill with 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he assists with a family dog sitting business by helping with dog walks and boarding. 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 developed by internal and third-party teams.

Andrew Weight is a financial advisor with Merrill in Pennington, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he consults on general matters for a family-owned business in the mechanical sector. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Alexander Proektor is a Series 66 licensed advisor with Merrill, based in Pennington, NJ. He has six years of industry experience and has been with Merrill since 2019. Prior to his financial advisory career, he held roles in retail and insurance sectors, including positions at La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries and State Farm. 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 both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Michael Kapolka is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His prior career includes over two decades with Avantax entities and ongoing work as a CPA through M. Jay Kapolka CPA since 1991. Outside of financial advising, he owns Keystone Fly Rod Company, which offers fly fishing and fly casting instruction, and serves as Treasurer for the Upper Saranac Lake Association. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base through a network of independent financial professionals. The firm provides financial planning, investment management, retirement plan advisory, and financial wellness services using various custody arrangements, proprietary model strategies, and access to third-party managers.

Julie Christman is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab based in Princeton, NJ, with 18 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2004 and 2005, respectively. Outside of her advisory role, she bakes goods for holidays and special occasions for family and close friends. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves 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 discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a multi-asset model portfolio approach supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Benjamin Chando is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential. He has one year of industry experience, having previously worked at Kura Sushi and Applebees. Benjamin studied full time at Rutgers University from 2021 to 2025. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Ariana Karwowski is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill since 2013. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Reyne Harris is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill, based in Pennington, NJ, and has 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and its affiliates since 2000, with a brief tenure at BOFA Securities from 2019 to 2021. Outside of his advisory role, Harris is involved in fitness as an indoor cycling instructor and gym instructor and is a general partner managing financial and administrative duties for Recovery Restoration LLC. 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 a variety of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Catherine Gowen is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Merrill, based in Pennington, NJ. She has 19 years of industry experience and has been with Merrill since 2014. 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 developed by internal and third-party managers.