Shaun Ahern is a financial advisor with Cetera holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at NYLIFE Securities LLC and New York Life Insurance Company. Outside of finance, he has experience managing a hospitality business, Prime 13 Steakhouse, and was involved with Reef and Barrel for several years. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutions. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party model portfolios, and manages over $256 billion in assets with more than 10,000 advisors nationwide.

Alessandra Panagos is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with four years of industry experience. She is currently with Cetera and also works as an assistant at Jack Oujo CPA, Inc dba Oujo Wealth Strategies, supporting tax and retirement planning services. Her previous experience includes roles at Avantax and Fidelity Investments. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide firm 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 over $256 billion in assets under management and more than 10,000 advisors.

Holly Marcin is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She has worked at Charles Schwab since 2019 and was previously employed at Abel HR for one year. Prior to her career in finance, she was a homemaker for over two decades. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering a range of advisory, brokerage, custody, and financial planning services through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed accounts. The firm provides both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, supported by strategic asset allocation models and centralized operational infrastructure.

Stephen Hawthorne is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at firms including Allied Wealth Partners and Securian Financial Services and currently operates Hawthorne Wealth Management LLC, a separate expense management business. Hawthorne also serves as the Youth Advisor Training Chair for NAIFA New Jersey and holds a volunteer secretary position with the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors. 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.

Ryan Aiello is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He has worked within various Wells Fargo entities since 2013, including Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Bank NA. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory services supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Ronald Crudo Jr. is a financial advisor at Cetera with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked with firms including LPL Financial, AXA Advisors, and Calamos Financial Services. He is also an insurance agent involved in the sale of fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, 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 affiliated and third-party managers, supporting diverse investment strategies under various program structures.

Richard Cardinali is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing 27 years of industry experience and 25 years dedicated to wealth and retirement planning. Since joining Bank of America in 1998 and transitioning to Merrill in 2008 with his team, he has focused on helping clients implement strategies centered on asset and lifestyle preservation, trust and estate planning, tax minimization, and the efficient transfer of assets. His client focus areas include college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, socially responsible investing, and retirement income planning. Richard holds a Bachelor’s degree from Bucknell University and is a Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA®), a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and a Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He emphasizes a client-first approach to wealth and retirement planning, aiming to support clients in achieving a work-optional lifestyle through customized financial strategies that adapt as their lives evolve. A native of New York City, Richard resides in New Jersey with his three children. Outside his professional activities, he enjoys biking, cooking, football, music, reading, and spending time with his family.

Daniel Rothman is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 2018. Prior to his current role, his work history includes positions at Compassion First Pet Hospitals and American Income Life. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients offering a range of brokerage and advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides research-driven, model-based asset allocation tailored to client goals and risk tolerances.

Christopher Donnelly is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 36 years of industry experience. He has worked within the Wells Fargo organization since 2009, previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment and financial planning services through a network of advisors, utilizing proprietary research and planning tools to provide tailored recommendations.

Cynthia Englise is a financial advisor at Merrill with 29 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Her prior experience includes roles at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc, Morgan Stanley, and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. 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 a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Wayne Brannan is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and possessing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following a year at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. 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 provides both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from its Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Stuart Hoch is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 38 years of industry experience, including 22 years at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp. prior to joining OSAIC in 2025. Outside of advisory services, he provides individual and group health products. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors and offers a range of advisory and brokerage services. The firm employs various portfolio construction tools and supports multiple managed account platforms, combining in-house and third-party resources.

Christopher Malloy is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and individual and corporate investment strategy. Christopher takes a disciplined, personalized approach to financial planning, aiming to help clients navigate their financial lives with clarity and confidence. Christopher's career in financial services began in 1993. In 1996, he joined the New York Stock Exchange as a Designated Market Maker, where he gained extensive experience through multiple market cycles over 19 years. His background also includes work in Private Client Banking and Wealth Management. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Arizona State University and is a certified Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional work, Christopher is involved with the Eastern Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce and participates in community efforts through JBJ Soul Kitchen. His personal interests include basketball, biking, golfing, hiking, music, running, and skiing.

Anthony Valente is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, with prior experience at Citigroup Global Markets from 2006 to 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is the sole proprietor of Valente Motorsports LLC, involved in the automotive and transportation sector. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and comprehensive investment insights.

Dorothy Wilson is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding the PFS™ designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses, with 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Cetera since 2009 and also operates an accounting and tax services firm, Dorothy A Wilson CPA, which she founded in 1999. In addition to her advisory role, she owns an online sales business and serves as an insurance agent selling Medicare supplemental insurance. 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 that enables advisors to implement model portfolios, select third-party managers, or create bespoke strategies across various program structures and custodial relationships.

Alan Friedman is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2003, including its predecessor Axa Advisors, LLC. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm’s approach involves assessing client information and risk tolerance to match clients with appropriate program models or discretionary managers, often utilizing third-party asset management platforms.

Ebony Benjamin is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked within various Wells Fargo entities since 2007. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm offers a broad planning menu that includes specialized services such as business-owner transition planning and special-needs analysis, using proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations.

Anjelica Brinkofski is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients since 2017. She specializes in assisting business owners in preparing for business exits by aligning their companys financials with their personal wealth strategies. Utilizing a proprietary Personal Wealth Analysis strategy, Anjelica helps clients optimize business reporting, tax minimization, and liquidity management to ensure their financial readiness for a potential sale. Her expertise extends to retirement planning, with tailored approaches for entrepreneurs, women, and families undergoing significant life transitions such as college planning and retirement. Additionally, Anjelica focuses on tax management strategies, legacy planning, and socially responsible investing. She holds several professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered SRI Counselor (CSRIC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). Anjelica earned both her Bachelors and Masters degrees from Rutgers. She has involvement in professional and community organizations including Rutgers Track & Field, the Jersey Shore Running Club, Jersey Shore Triathlon Club, and serves as an Advisory Board Member for United Way. She resides in Manasquan, NJ, is a mother of two, and pursues athletic interests such as triathlons, biking, boxing, and running.

Hoda Ali is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2008. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2004, starting as a Financial Representative, then serving as an Investment Consultant before her current role. As a Certified Financial Planner, she works closely with clients to address their unique financial goals and objectives. Hoda emphasizes comprehensive wealth and family planning as well as investing in her practice. She holds a California Insurance License, supporting her ability to provide a range of financial services. Her experience spans over a decade within Fidelity Investments, focusing on financial consulting and investment advice.

Deborah Mannix is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Bank of America and Merrill for the past 10 years. Outside of her advisory role, she has an interest in a rental property business located in Islamorada, Florida. 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.