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Jennifer N
Series 66
Albany, NY
Merrill
Jennifer Nolan is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She provides financial advisory services, leveraging her expertise in wealth management to support her clients' investment goals. Jennifer holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Villanova University.
Jesse F
Series 66
Albany, NY
Charles Schwab
Jesse Flinton is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Merrill, Citizens Securities, and JP Morgan before joining Charles Schwab in 2022. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options. The firm is notable for its scale, integrated operational structure, and multi-asset model portfolios supported by the Schwab Center for Financial Research.
Donna B
Series 63, Series 66
Albany, NY
Merrill
Donna Burnett is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years at the firm and a total of 10 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and is based in Albany, NY. 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.
Brian A
Series 66
Pittsfield, MA
LPL Financial
Brian Astorino is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 24 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Greylock Federal Credit Union and LPL Financial since 2008, following four years at Merrill. Astorino is also involved with Greylock Investment Group, a DBA associated with Greylock Federal Credit Union. 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 range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting over 22,800 advisors and managing more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.
Daniel G
Series 63, Series 65
Albany, NY
Merrill
Daniel Galvin is a financial advisor at Merrill with 31 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2009 and holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Outside of his advisory role, he owns rental property in Sioux Falls, SD. 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 serves a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering both model-based and discretionary investment strategies.
Michael D
ChFC®, Series 63
Albany, NY
LPL Financial
Michael Deperto is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license, and has 33 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL in 2025, he worked at Kovack Advisors, Inc. and Kovack Securities, Inc. for six years, as well as at Voya Financial Advisors for 12 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Advisors Insurance Brokers, a non-variable insurance business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with research and operational tools while managing over $819 billion in discretionary assets.
Kevin W
Series 66
Albany, NY
Merrill
Kevin Wendoloski is a financial advisor with Merrill and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 11 years of experience with Merrill and 2 years at Bank of America, N.A. Outside of his advisory role, he performs music occasionally at a local restaurant in Saratoga Springs, NY. 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 to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.
Taylor S
Series 66
Pittsfield, MA
LPL Financial
Taylor Smoak is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and based in Pittsfield, MA. Smoak has been with LPL Financial and Greylock Federal Credit Union since 2022 and has prior experience at Klarisana, Trader Joe's, and Chuze Fitness. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to third-party asset management, supported by a large network of advisors and operational technology.
Robert D
Series 63, Series 65
Albany, NY
Merrill
Robert Dolfi is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 40 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1985 and at Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. 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 strategies designed by internal and third-party investment teams.
Robert W
Series 63, Series 65
Albany, NY
UBS Financial Services
Robert Wright is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Albany, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 46 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2012. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and leverages proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client solutions.
Frank A
Series 66
Albany, NY
Merrill
Frank Alvarez is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in Albany, NY. He serves technology and engineering professionals, executives, and retirees across the Capital Region. His work focuses on equity compensation, employer benefits, and retirement income planning. Alvarez applies a methodical approach to financial planning, emphasizing defined inputs, tested assumptions, and well-structured plans. He engages closely with clients to understand their priorities and develop strategies tailored to their goals, covering areas such as general investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unforeseen circumstances. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Siena College and has earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations.
Derek N
Series 63, Series 65
Albany, NY
Merrill
Derek Nolan is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the professional designations of Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Derek earned a Bachelor's Degree from Georgetown University. His professional focus is on providing wealth management services to clients.
Jacob G
Series 63, Series 66
East Nassau, NY
Fidelity
Jacob Guevara is the Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments' Albany Investor Center, a role he has held since 2024. He co-leads the center with a dedication to Fidelity's mission and values, focusing on financial planning and making an impact during important financial moments for clients. Jacob is committed to ensuring that every client interaction is meaningful and meets high standards of service. Jacob has been with Fidelity Investments since 2014, progressing through various positions including Financial Representative, Senior Service Support Specialist, Managed Account Support Specialist, and several leadership roles within Advisory Services and Relationship Management. His experience spans client advising and team leadership, reflecting a depth of knowledge in financial services and client relationship management. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Jacob enjoys cooking and baking, fitness, and gardening.
Christopher D
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Albany, NY
LPL Financial
Christopher Dacey is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Albany, NY, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL in 2020, he worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Next Financial Group. 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.
Stephen S
Series 66
Albany, NY
Merrill
Stephen Stewart is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Merrill with three years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2022 and previously held roles at Bank of America from 2019 to 2022. 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.
Jason L
CFA®, Series 63, Series 66
Albany, NY
UBS Financial Services
Jason Levine is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Albany, NY, holding the CFA® designation along with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has six years of industry experience, including 14 years at Bank of America prior to joining UBS in 2022. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings that include fee-based financial planning and discretionary portfolio management. The firm integrates proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans and combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services.
Harold C
Series 63, Series 65
Albany, NY
Merrill
Harold Connolly is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been employed since May 1989. His areas of expertise include family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, and portfolio management services. Mr. Connolly holds a bachelor's degree in economics from The State University of New York at Albany. He has earned several professional designations, including Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) awarded by the Investments & Wealth Institute™, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor® (CRPC®), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). In addition to his professional work, he follows Merrill Lynch’s tradition of community involvement, dedicating time to volunteer with organizations within the communities he serves.
Douglas P
Series 66
Albany, NY
Merrill
Douglas Parks is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He leverages the investment insights of Merrill Lynch and the banking services of Bank of America to assist clients in developing comprehensive financial strategies. Douglas works closely with each client's network of professionals, including attorneys and accountants, to provide financial advice aligned with their overall situations and objectives. His areas of expertise include goals-based wealth planning, pre-retirement financial analysis, transition and severance planning, retirement income planning, estate planning strategies, and insurance and long-term care strategies. Douglas focuses on helping clients pursue their financial goals related to employee benefits planning, executive compensation, family wealth management, liquidity management, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. Douglas holds a Bachelor's Degree from Florida State University and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He is fluent in Korean and English. Committed to community involvement, he participates in organizations such as 15 Love, Junior Achievement - Financial Literacy, and USTA Junior Team Tennis. In his personal time, Douglas enjoys adventure sports, basketball, biking, boating, football, golfing, hiking, spending time with his family, tennis, and watching movies.
Rachel Q
Series 66
Albany, NY
UBS Financial Services
Rachel Quinn is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Albany, NY, with three years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining UBS in 2022, she held roles at Vision Government Solutions, NewStore Inc., and Commonwealth Financial Network. Outside of her advisory work, she maintains a personal baking and food blog called More Butter. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm employs model-based asset allocations and proprietary research to tailor financial plans based on clients’ goals and risk tolerances.
Kathleen M
Series 63, Series 66
Albany, NY
Merrill
Kathleen Musial is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 42 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill and its predecessor firms since 1981. 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.
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