Carlos Del Rio Madero is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill in 2025 after working for two years at Prudential Advisors, where he obtained his financial licenses and gained industry experience. Prior to his career in financial advising, Carlos worked for one of eBay's top consignors, assisting clients with million-dollar portfolios during significant liquidation events. Carlos's expertise includes divorce transition planning, employee financial health, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, and personal retirement planning. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and is fluent in English, Spanish, and Hindi. Carlos earned his high school diploma from Passaic Valley Regional High School. In addition to his professional work, Carlos is involved in the Hispanic/Latino Organization for Leadership and Advancement and the Parents and Caregivers Network. His personal interests include dancing, football, music, reading, and tennis.

Laura Sollecito is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 11 years of industry experience. She joined UBS Financial Services in 2024 after a decade of prior experience elsewhere. She is based in Paramus, NJ. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning, portfolio management, and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, leveraging proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor solutions to client goals.

Matthew Nitto is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he held positions at Campbell Lutyens, Levelup HCS LLC, Jefferies, Morgan Stanley, and other firms. He also worked as a self-employed fitness coach. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Tariq Marouf is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Paramus, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank, Truist Securities, and teaching positions at the University of Maryland and Modern American School. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and other sources.

Melissa Lovell is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank before joining UBS in 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a trustee for family trusts. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and provides research-driven, customized investment solutions.

Arianna Meehan is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Webster Investments and Federici Brands LLC, in addition to several periods of full-time education. 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, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options with centralized custody and operational support.

Mark Sauceda is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he leads a collaborative financial planning experience. He emphasizes a client-centric approach with personalized strategies tailored to unique goals and financial circumstances. Mark has extensive experience in the financial services industry, having served as a Senior Financial Advisor at Vanguard from 2019 to 2022 and as a Wealth Management Advisor at TIAA from 2010 to 2019.

John Nasisi is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Hackettstown, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2014. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals near or in retirement with substantial investable assets, delivering written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines algorithmic and research-driven approaches to offer advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its extensive institutional platform.

Miguel Colon is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, following his tenure at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. beginning in 2009. 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. The firm combines institutional advisory services with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Giuseppina Geissbuhler is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Paramus, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing eight years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in wellness and wellness-related entrepreneurial activities, including operating a business focused on meditation, fear release tools, and birth preparation support. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and advisory services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering various capital markets services alongside fee-based financial planning and portfolio management.

Kate Trosset is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she collaborates with Financial Consultants to enhance client relationships and manage day-to-day operations. Her role focuses on ensuring a seamless and high-quality experience for Fidelity clients. She has held various positions within Fidelity Investments since 2023, including Financial Representative and Relationship Manager, gaining experience in client service and relationship management. Through these roles, she has developed expertise in supporting financial professionals and contributing to client loyalty and satisfaction. Outside of work, Kate enjoys activities such as running, tennis, traveling, spending time at the beach, and participating in family and social events.

John-Paul Tancona is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in comprehensive wealth management, retirement planning, and complex divorce financial analysis. He brings over 26 years of experience in the financial industry, including 19 years as a fixed income trader. John-Paul combines his institutional market background with personalized planning to assist clients in making informed financial decisions. His practice focuses on helping busy professionals and families align their current financial situation with their future goals, including college education planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income. John-Paul and his team emphasize honesty, trust, and transparency, providing custom-managed strategies tailored to each client's unique needs. John-Paul holds a Bachelor's Degree from Villanova University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®). He is a founding member of the Sparta, NJ chapter for Stand for the Silent and serves on the Sparta Education Foundation board. Additionally, he is involved with the Lake Hopatcong Foundation and Our Lady of the Lake Church. In his personal time, he enjoys hiking, spending time with his family, playing tennis, and traveling.

Vito Bianco is a financial advisor at Stifel with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Stifel Nicolaus since 2008. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, charitable organizations, and public entities, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach is based on a proprietary methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group, utilizing forward-looking capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling to support asset allocation and financial planning.

Lamberth Reyes is a financial advisor at Stifel with 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Stifel since 2007 and holds a Series 63 designation. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach is based on a proprietary methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group, which uses forward-looking capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling to inform asset allocation and financial planning analyses.

John Ahart is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 38 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured discovery conversations and approved planning tools, serving clients both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Wayne Sammartino is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients since 1989. He assists individuals and families in assessing and achieving their financial goals through comprehensive planning, asset allocation, and risk management. His areas of focus include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. A 1980 graduate of Brown University, Wayne holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He takes a holistic approach to financial advising, evaluating clients’ situations and risk tolerance to develop suitable asset allocations and portfolio strategies. He collaborates with clients’ attorneys and CPAs to implement their financial plans effectively. Wayne is also involved in the community as a youth lacrosse coach and serves on the Board of Directors for Edward Sisco Village. Additionally, he is a member of the Brown University Alumni Association. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys hiking, reading, running, and spending time with his family.

Steven Zacharczyk is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Raymond James since 2015. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Brennen Gerhart is a CFP® professional with 14 years of industry experience, currently serving at Equitable Advisors. His prior roles include positions at Ceros Financial Services, AtCap Partners, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Bank of America, and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, he is the owner of Gerhart Enterprises LLC, an entity established to manage business expenses. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes a range of third-party advisory models and offers services through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, focusing on personalized risk assessment and matching clients with appropriate investment solutions.

Sharon Murdock is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 14 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2008. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Treasurer for Make Change for Carter, a charity focused on mental health awareness and support programs for first responders and schools. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and advisory services, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and offers a broad range of capital markets services through its platform.

Robert Kane is a financial advisor at Cetera with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Cetera and its affiliates since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, Kane is involved in selling fixed insurance products, including life, annuities, and long-term care insurance, through separate businesses. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various third-party managers through a multi-manager platform.