John Mayo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds a Series 63 designation and has 29 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Signator Investors, Inc. for 21 years and OSAIC for 7 years. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in non-variable insurance activities. 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 financial planning and investment management services supported by a large network of advisers and technology tools.

David Gulyamov is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds a Series 66 designation and has 20 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at LPL Financial, LLC and Sterling National Bank. He is the owner of Gulyamov Wealth Management, a business associated with Cetera, and is involved in an insurance-related business outside of Cetera with restrictions. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC provides services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, serving a wide range of clients including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management options and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party managers.

Jacqueline Motta is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients through both direct and corporate financial planning agreements.

Michael Browne III is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been in the industry since 2023, with prior experience at Northwestern Mutual and Ci Siamo, as well as involvement in hospitality at Uncle Jack's Steakhouse. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory and brokerage services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in assets and offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and processes.

Gary Carruthers is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Woodbury, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities for 12 years before joining Wells Fargo in 2024. Outside of advising, he is a co-owner of Two Havens Brewing Company LLC, a business that sells beer and merchandise. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Melissa Reali is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Woodbury, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Co since 1997. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in individual life, health, group life, and group health insurance sales. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers a range of programs including wrap and money-manager options, as well as educational seminars.

Suprita Taparia is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with three years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at MassMutual and its affiliate since 2023. Prior to her financial services career, she was a homemaker for over a decade. Mass Mutual Investors Services, a subsidiary of MassMutual, provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm structures financial planning as annual collaborative engagements using firm-approved tools and offers specialized programs including Divorce Planning and event-driven planning for estates and employers.

Nathan Hartman is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked in roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, Equitable Financial Life Insurance Co., and Capgemini. Outside of his advisory work, he tutors students preparing for their Series 7 exams through Varsity Tutors. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework. The firm delivers these services on a non-discretionary basis through a select group of Wealth Advisors.

Tak Jue is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC since 2000 and also owns and operates Accounting Network Tax Service, Inc., providing accounting and tax filing services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a wide range of clients including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts, offering diverse portfolio management and financial planning options through a large network of independent advisors.

David Israel is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and 40 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, following a career at Citigroup Global Markets that began in 1993. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Wenyu Zhang is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank in 2018, Zhang worked at TD Bank and MassMutual Financial Group. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, offering asset-allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Johnson Uwamanzu Nna is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Oceanside, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing three years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Edward Jones, Merrill, Bank of America, and Webster Bank. Outside of finance, his work history features involvement in varied sectors including staffing, food delivery services, and university budget planning. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services incorporating financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Matthew Vella is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2023. In his role, he partners with clients to develop personalized financial plans aimed at achieving their financial and life goals. He emphasizes understanding both the financial and personal aspects of his clients' lives to build trust and serve as their primary financial consultant. Matthew and his team provide service designed to instill confidence in the clients and their financial plans. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Matthew served as AVP and Branch Manager at E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley between 2015 and 2023. His experience encompasses managing client relationships and financial planning within the investment industry. Outside of his professional work, Matthew has interests in the beach, cooking and baking, fitness, parenthood, traveling, and volunteering.

Peter Schimmel is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with two years of industry experience, currently with J.P. Morgan Securities. His prior roles include positions at Mass Mutual Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Company. Outside of finance, he has experience working at New York Barbell and Bethpage Water District. J.P. Morgan Securities 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 large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Michael Mcdonagh is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 21 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC since 2011. He is also the sole owner of Michael Mcdonagh Lighthouse Advisors Inc. and serves as a trustee for a family trust. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that offers investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services using proprietary research and tools, with clients able to choose how to implement recommendations through brokerage or advisory programs.

Kristen Griffin is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 18 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with UBS since 2012. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management. The firm utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans according to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Douglas Marshall is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2013 and 2015, respectively. His outside activities include serving as a trustee and co-trustee for a trust in Boynton Beach, Florida. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and market data to support its financial planning process.

Robert Diaz is a CFP® professional with 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2000, totaling 26 years at the firm. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors.

Carsen Sanchez is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with four years of industry experience. He is currently with J.P. Morgan Securities in New York, having previously worked at Bank of America N.A./Merrill Lynch and several other financial institutions. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Christian Lapeter is a financial advisor at Osaic with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Equity Services, Inc. and New York Life. In addition to his advisory role, Lapeter is an independent insurance agent representing fixed insurance products for various carriers. Osaic serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of financial advisers and offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, including financial planning and unified managed accounts. The firm employs a variety of asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to construct and manage diversified portfolios.