John Destefanis is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Hingham, MA. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Cambridge, he worked at Providence Equity Partners for two years. He also serves as a committee member and volunteer at Boston College High School. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, trusts and estates, and retirement-plan sponsors. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, retirement plan advisory, and financial-wellness services through a network of independent financial professionals, employing a range of portfolio management approaches and platform arrangements.

John Gordon is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with 19 years of industry experience. He is currently with Cetera and has held roles at CETERA Financial Specialists LLC, Securities America, Inc., The Patriot Financial Group, and LPL Financial, LLC. He is also the owner of Summit Star Financial and Summit Star Advisory, where he provides financial planning and asset management services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and advisory services through a nationwide network of independent advisors and operates a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party investment solutions.

Edward Darragh is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in the financial services industry in 1999 at Legg Mason and joined Merrill in 2012. With over 23 years of experience, Edward works directly with clients, focusing on personalized investment planning processes that address various financial needs. He primarily works with entrepreneurs and company executives, assisting with issues related to transitioning business equity or accumulated shares into usable cash flow for retirement, as well as addressing the emotions tied to life transitions by collaborating to understand clients' goals. Edward holds a Bachelor's Degree from Bryant College and a Master of Science in Personal Financial Planning from the College for Financial Planning. He has earned several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor (APMA), Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He also holds FINRA Series 7, 63, 65, and 6 registrations, as well as licenses in Life, Accident, and Health Insurance. Edward is involved with the Sydney Darragh Foundation, Inc. In his personal time, he enjoys cooking, scuba diving, and skiing.

Peter Boukheir is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Wellesley, MA, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Boston College, St. Luke's Hospital, Bliss Express, and Dartmouth High School. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions. The firm emphasizes structured financial planning and utilizes advanced modeling tools as part of its comprehensive wealth management services.

Jonathan Karelitz is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Wellesley, MA, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2014. He is a limited partner in K3 Capital LLC, an investment-related business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning processes supported by firm-approved tools.

Lillian Whelan is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she works as part of the Wealth Management Team. In her current role, she collaborates with new and existing clients to develop personalized financial plans tailored to each client and their family. Lillian has been with Fidelity Investments since 2023. She began her career as a Financial Representative before advancing to the role of Relationship Manager in 2025. Later that year, she transitioned to her current position as a Planning Consultant.

Carl Cafaro is a Wealth Management Advisor and the founder of The Cafaro Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, leading a twenty-five person team with offices in Newton, Massachusetts and Chicago, Illinois. He focuses on meeting and exceeding client goals through a disciplined wealth management approach, specializing in family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and tax minimization. Carl emphasizes a client-centric philosophy that prioritizes personalized service and care, aiming to guide high net worth families and individuals through complex financial environments and life transitions. Carl began his career in financial services in 2000 and has over twenty-five years of experience. He holds professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Carl earned a Bachelor's degree in Political Science with a minor in Economics from Assumption University in Worcester, Massachusetts, and a Master's degree in Higher Education Administration from Boston College. He remains active in the Assumption University community as a member of its Board of Trustees. Carl resides in Wellesley, Massachusetts with his wife Jacqueline and six children. He contributes to his local community by serving on the advisory board of the learning center Engaging Minds and on the Board of Directors for the Catalina Film Festival.

Patrick Gill is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Eaton Vance Management. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis in a centralized consulting approach, with an emphasis on assets held in Ameriprise managed accounts.

Victoria Staebler is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2005 and is also associated with Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Outside of her advisory role, she manages a personal oil painting business and serves as a member of the investment committee for the Pro-Choice Massachusetts Foundation. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

Jonathan Brummer is a Financial Advisor and co-head of The Six Bridges Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) mark, reflecting his commitment to a rigorous and analytical approach to investment strategy and financial planning. With a focus on precision and thoroughness, Jonathan synthesizes sophisticated financial concepts into actionable and cohesive strategies tailored for his clients. He emphasizes education and clear communication, helping individuals, families, and business owners understand the reasoning behind each financial decision to enable them to move forward with confidence. Jonathan holds a Bachelor's Degree from Vassar College. He is a member of the CFA Society of Boston and the Cambridge Boat Club. The ethos of The Six Bridges Group is influenced by Jonathan's background as a rowing athlete and his Boston heritage, symbolized by the six critical pillars of financial planning.

Anne Diamond is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with a modeling agency, Model Club Inc., including work modeling for a Hasbro Toys video. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and investment insights from its Global Investment Committee. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers a broad range of retail and institutional services.

Joseph Bevilacqua is a financial advisor at Cetera with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Prior to joining Cetera in 2026, he worked at Linsco / Private Ledger Corp. for 27 years. He also operates as an independent insurance agent through Bevilacqua Associates. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various investment strategies and program structures, supported by over 10,000 advisors and more than $256 billion in assets under management.

Derek Delzer is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with clients to create and manage customized financial plans. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2023, progressing through roles as a Financial Representative and Relationship Manager before his current position starting in 2026. Throughout his tenure at Fidelity Investments, Derek has developed expertise in client relationship management and financial planning. His professional experience encompasses working directly with clients to address their financial needs and goals. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Derek enjoys family activities, fitness, exploring culinary experiences, football, and traveling.

Mark Barber is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 66 designation and over 25 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. 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, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, non-discretionary consulting, and specialized municipal advisory services.

Paul Reed is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Mass Mutual Investors Services, Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company, AllState Insurance Company, and Equitable Advisors. Outside of finance, he performs as part of a guitar duo in local venues. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written retirement income recommendations and ongoing annual planning advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Dylan Bernache is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Cambridge since 2020 and is also an independent insurance agent at Aegis Insurance Agency. Bernache serves as a board member of the Rockland Education Foundation and presents educational sessions on personal insurance to financial professionals. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm that provides financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of investment solutions through independent financial professionals, utilizing proprietary models and third-party strategies across multiple platform arrangements.

Tracy Teng is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Westwood, MA, holding a Series 66 credential and 22 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2021, Teng worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services, Massmutual Life Insurance Co., and MetLife Securities Inc. She is involved in a DBA entity related to her LPL business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, incorporating both discretionary and non-discretionary management with resources from internal and third-party research.

Ryan Saucier is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he provides financial planning services tailored to align clients' financial decisions with their life goals. He works to build meaningful, long-term relationships and aims to be a trusted partner for his clients as they navigate various life milestones. Ryan has been with Fidelity Investments since 2021, progressing through roles including Relationship Management Intern, Customer Relationship Advocate, Investment Solutions Representative I, and Relationship Manager before becoming a Planning Consultant in 2025. He holds an Arkansas Insurance License and applies his knowledge and experience to deliver personalized, strategic financial planning.

Gerald Sweeney II is a Senior Financial Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 2004, he has led a planning-based practice focused on delivering personalized strategies for retirement, wealth preservation, and long-term growth. His approach centers on listening to clients, understanding their priorities, and creating plans tailored to their individual goals. With over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, Gerry helps corporate executives, business owners, and families organize and simplify their financial lives. He leverages his expertise in investment management, tax-aware strategies, and estate planning to provide clients with clarity and confidence in their financial decisions. His core areas of client focus include personal retirement planning, legacy planning, tax minimization, and portfolio management services among others. Gerald earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Massachusetts. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He resides in Norwell, Massachusetts, with his wife Rachel and their daughters Olivia and Chloe.

Najada Lako is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Medfield, MA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. She has worked at Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2008. Outside of her advisory role, she is a condominium owner in Medfield. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations, supported by a large institutional platform offering advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.