James Caristia is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2019 and previously spent nine years with 1st Global Capital Corp. and 1st Global Advisors, Inc. Caristia is also managing member of Caristia, Kulsar & Wade, LLC, which he has been associated with since 1977. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services with discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Lynn Liaskos is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, she worked at IC Advisory Services Inc and The Investment Center Inc from 2017 to 2025, and at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2012 to 2017. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

John Fisher is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience, currently advising at Cetera since 2025. He has held roles at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Investment Services for ten years and has operated his own CPA practice since 1986. Fisher also serves as president of his accounting firm and manages tax preparation and accounting services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various third-party money managers.

Brianna Aslanian is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL, she worked at Cadaret Grant & Co., Inc. and has been involved with Infinity Wealth Management since 2021. Outside of her advisory role, Aslanian has been a clarinet instructor for over a decade and is active as a performing musician with various local schools and institutions. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house research and third-party strategies.

Jordon Havens II serves as a Senior Resident Director at Merrill Lynch, leading the Sparta, NJ complex and heading the HBM Group, a planning team dedicated to servicing wealth management clients. With 25 years of experience in the financial industry, Jordon's expertise spans managing individual wealth through complex market cycles, constructing comprehensive financial and estate plans, and focusing on client segments including small business owners, executives, healthcare professionals, and retirees seeking income planning. Before joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2006, Jordon managed high-net-worth fixed income portfolios and worked in various roles including wholesaling for Oppenheimer and advising retail and institutional clients in New York City. He began his career at The Vanguard Group in Scottsdale, Arizona. Jordon holds a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Arizona State University and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Originally from Fishkill, NY, Jordon lives in Randolph, NJ with his wife, three children, and three Labrador retrievers. Outside of his professional commitments, he participates in activities such as golf, competitive fishing, cooking, and dog training. He is involved with organizations including ASPCA, the NRA, 11th Hour Dog Rescue, Camp Bow Wow Foundation, and serves as a softball coach for Girls Town Rec & Travel.

Michael Bostedo is a financial advisor with Cetera holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James Financial Services and Provident Bank prior to his current roles. Outside of advising, he is a partner and co-owner of Bostedo Construction, LLC, where he manages financial aspects of the business with his father. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered advisor that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutions. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options and access to both affiliated and third-party money managers.

Randall Egan is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and its affiliates since 2005 and operates the Egan Wealth Management Group as a DBA. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various program structures and third-party managers.

John Downes is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Fidelity Investments since 2022, as well as prior positions in various fields including higher education and business. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to build model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, while also providing oversight and consulting services.

Joseph Plourde is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Verona, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and possessing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2000 and previously at Axa Advisors LLC for 20 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved part-time in an insurance brokerage business. 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 a broad range of third-party asset managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to implement client recommendations.

Azam Chaudry is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at firms including Merrill and Sunbird Software Inc. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm offers a range of services including discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery, with noted use of systematic methodologies and regulatory oversight.

V Kempson III is a CFP® professional with over 41 years of industry experience. He currently works at OSAIC and has previous experience at American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. and Kempson & Tschopp, LLC, where he is a 50% partner of a wealth strategies group focused on insurance, financial, and estate planning. Outside of finance, he is also a musician. OSAIC serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of advisers, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs various asset-allocation tools and supports multiple advisory platforms and legacy programs.

James Hundley is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding PFS™ and Series 63 designations and bringing 32 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Ic Advisory Services Inc, The Investment Center Inc, and HD Vest Insurance Agency Inc. Hundley is also a CPA with over 30 years in accounting and tax preparation. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs supported by model portfolios and research, combining discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches.

Austin Hynes is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory and investment services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Daniel Holdt is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999, including its predecessor Axa Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on several nonprofit boards, including Birth Haven, the Diocese of Paterson, The ARC of Sussex County, and the Kittatinny Education Foundation. 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 third-party managers and LPL programs. The firm operates a hybrid advisory and brokerage model, tailoring services based on client goals and risk tolerance.

William Parisi is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2019 and was previously with M&T Securities for eight years. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by extensive research and diversified investment strategies.

Steven Oroho is a CFP® professional with 21 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. His prior roles include positions at Avantax Investment Services, Nisivoccia Wealth Advisors, and Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc., among others. Outside of financial advising, he serves on the board of a nonprofit corporation that owns local newspapers and is an elected board member at Centenary University. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large, SEC-registered advisor serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services through a multi-manager platform with a broad range of program options and over $256 billion in assets under management.

Michael Flynn is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Edward Jones since 2024. His prior roles include positions at Peapack Gladstone Bank, Prudential Insurance Company of America, and LPL Financial, LLC. He serves as a board member of the Westfield Area YMCA, participating in committees focused on financial development, investment, and organizational planning. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies and separately managed accounts, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Robert Bruno is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC since 2005 and is also a partner at Bruno Calotta & Associates LLP, an accounting and tax practice. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner in a family-owned office building partnership. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to a range of third-party managers and investment strategies.

James Hughes is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor AXA Advisors since 1999. Outside of his advisory role, he holds various insurance appointments. Equitable Advisors serves individual, high-net-worth, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients by offering financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs. The firm operates as both an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer, working extensively with program sponsors and third-party managers to provide advisory and brokerage solutions.

Elizabeta Crevar is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 10 years of industry experience. She has worked with various Fidelity entities since 2014, including Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC and Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is notable for its use of systematic methodologies, oversight of multiple advisory roles, and incorporation of AI and long-term asset allocation strategies.