Varun Soondar is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2025, he worked at Morgan Stanley from 2023 to 2025 and JP Morgan Securities LLC from 2016 to 2023. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Matt Curry is a CFP® with 12 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Enterprise. He previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. His business activities include operating Curry Financial Group, Inc., a New York corporation offering financial services. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and a broad range of brokerage and insurance products.

Charles Schlapp is a CFP® professional with 38 years of industry experience. He is currently with Cetera and has held roles at several firms including Equity Services, Inc. and North Ridge Securities Corp. Schlapp serves as treasurer for the Kiwanis Club of Northport - E. Northport, Inc., a charitable organization. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large nationwide SEC-registered advisory firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutions. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various program structures and third-party money managers.

Joshua De La Torre is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at Requisite Capital Management and Katerra before joining J.P. Morgan in 2022. J.P. Morgan Securities specializes in investment consulting and advisory services primarily for institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework to its recommendations.

Jenna Barker is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Fidelity Brokerage Services since 2007. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Finance Committee Chair for the Quechee Lakes Landowners Association, where she oversees the annual operating budget and reviews audited financial statements. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, employing a blend of fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm also engages in commodity pool operations and advises multiple registered investment companies, incorporating algorithmic methods and AI in its research processes.

Michael Cohen is a financial advisor at Stifel with 44 years of industry experience. He has held his current position since 2007 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Stifel serves a broad range of clients including individuals, institutional investors, and municipal entities, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment analysis methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Donna Huber is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and previously worked at Signalert Asset Management LLC for 24 years. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team, offering a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Scott Holzer is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in New York, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 27 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2010. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Shan Lin is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 13 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Transamerica Financial Advisors, World Financial Group, and Gate Gourmet Inc. He has also been involved with Sapphire Trip Inc. from 2019 to 2023. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Robert Austin is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at UBS Securities LLC and Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC, where he worked for over three decades. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, offering advisory and brokerage services. The firm provides access to model portfolios, third-party asset management arrangements, and a range of brokerage and insurance products through its integrated platform.

Nicole Poteat is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Goldman Sachs from 2015 to 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a committee member of Gaingels, a venture capital syndicate focused on early-stage companies with LGBT leadership, and holds board positions with the Ackerman Institute for the Family and Congregation Emanu-El of Westchester. 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 both model-based and discretionary strategies tailored to individual, high-net-worth, and institutional investors.

Brian Emery is a CFP® and ChFC® with 24 years of experience in financial advising. He has been with Ameriprise since 2005 and is currently based in Point Lookout, NY. Emery serves on the Board of Directors for the Point Lookout Civic Association, where he is involved as CEO and Park Project Coordinator. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm that offers a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions. It provides a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to produce personalized recommendation reports.

Stefan Kaplan is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 designation and over 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2017, as well as at MetLife Securities from 2011 to 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in life insurance sales as an insurance agent. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with diverse portfolio management and consulting services, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary account structures.

Peter Manzi is a CFP® professional with 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Merrill and Bank of America, having previously worked at City National Securities and City National Bank for nearly two decades. Manzi serves as a board member of The Estate Planning Council of Long Island, Inc., focusing on networking and development within the estate planning community. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering both model-based and discretionary strategies for a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Guillermo Bautista Jr. is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and having 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James since 2016. Bautista is also the sole member of Target Rock Group LLC and works as an associate for First Harbor Financial Services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and utilizes analytical tools to support client goals, with a notable affiliation to a municipal advisor and programs such as SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Alexandru Cojocaru is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. in 2026, he worked at Edward Jones from 2022 to 2026. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, offering asset-allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Natasha Mitra is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, and Citigroup Global Markets 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Leonard Baldassare is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in providing personalized wealth management strategies that align with his clients' individual goals. Leonard focuses on areas such as education planning, executive and equity compensation services, institutional and corporate benefits, legacy planning, retirement planning, investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. With a background that includes 20 years at a Fortune 100 company, Leonard transitioned to financial advising to pursue his passion for helping clients develop and achieve their financial goals. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Hofstra University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Leonard follows Merrill’s tradition of community involvement and dedicates time to volunteering with Rotary International. Outside of work, he enjoys biking, boating, cooking, dancing, football, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Gwendolyn Williams is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with 29 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Primerica Advisors since 2020, following 25 years at PFS Investment Inc. and over three decades with Primerica Financial Services. In addition to advisory work, she is involved in the sale of loan products and home security and automation services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and a limited number of separately managed account options to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses an operational model based on tiered wrap fees and ongoing oversight.

Brandon Findel is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and Equitable Advisors prior to his current role. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.