Anirudh Sulibhavi is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Melville, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 24 years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at Citigroup for nine years. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, managing approximately $671 billion in assets and more than 14,000 financial advisors. The firm combines proprietary research with third-party analytics to offer brokerage and advisory solutions across a broad range of financial products.

Marie Kirsch is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 10 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, New York Life Insurance Company, and NYLife Securities LLC. She is also commissioned as a notary public, performing this service infrequently on an as-needed basis. LPL Enterprise offers investment advisory and brokerage services to a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate entities, using primarily model-driven portfolio solutions and access to third-party asset managers.

Yolene Justafort is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding a Series 63 designation and 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Primerica Advisors since 2000 and has worked with Primerica Financial Services since 1999. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in the sale of home security and automation products through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, providing model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed account options primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm utilizes third-party asset managers and an independent due-diligence process to oversee its investment models.

Susan Santangelo is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 2010. Santangelo also serves as an administrator for a fiduciary estate and holds a power of attorney role in another non-investment related capacity. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Frank Carpentiere is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and Citigroup Global Markets. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with over $1 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Nicholas Kurdziel is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining OSAIC, he worked at Coastal Business Marketing and has a background that includes roles in education and martial arts instruction. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to multiple advisory platforms and third-party managers.

Christopher Barnes is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2021. Prior to this role, he served as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2016 to 2021. His earlier experience includes roles as Associate Wealth Management Advisor at Robert Kilroy, Northwestern Mutual from 2015 to 2016, and Financial Advisor at Northwestern Mutual from 2011 to 2015. Christopher focuses on building long-term relationships with clients based on trust and transparency. He emphasizes understanding each client's unique goals, concerns, and vision for the future to develop personalized financial plans. His approach involves partnering with clients to prioritize goals, analyze risks, and continually monitor and adjust plans as life circumstances change. Outside of his professional work, Christopher enjoys family activities, golf, and traveling.

John Suozzo is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2000 and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable emphasis on including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Lisa Galiardo is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 27 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 13 years. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs and tailored financial planning, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning uses structured discovery processes and approved tools without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone planning.

Robert Burriciello is a financial advisor with Merrill in Melville, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Inc. for the past 15 years. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, supported by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party style managers.

Samantha Cala is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she collaborates with clients throughout the financial planning process to align strategies with their financial goals and priorities. She emphasizes ongoing relationships with clients to accommodate changes in their financial situations over time. Samantha has been with Fidelity Investments since 2020, initially serving as a Relationship Manager before assuming her current role in 2023. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked as a Financial Representative at AXA Equitable from 2017 to 2020. Outside of her professional role, Samantha engages in activities such as family gatherings, social events, Pilates, reading, running, and soccer.

Lisa Bardenhagen is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 40 years of industry experience. She has held her current role since 2009 at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Her credentials include the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm employs a structured planning process using proprietary tools and offers services through both direct and employer-based arrangements.

James Gaughran is a financial advisor at Merrill with 42 years of industry experience. He has held positions at Merrill since 1984 and has worked with Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. He holds a Series 63 designation. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Bryan Finger is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at firms including Oppenheimer & Co Inc, Fisher Investments, and Wells Fargo Advisors. He also operated the Bryan Finger Insurance Agency from 2021 to 2024. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and investment solutions. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and is distinguished by its extensive network of advisors and branches, as well as its affiliated trusts, mutual funds, and securities-based lending options.

Jerrold Silverman is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise in various capacities since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in tax preparation through his ownership of Silverman Neu, LLP, and serves as a director and accountant at Singer & Falk CPAs PC. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement who meet certain asset criteria, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations.

Jennifer Riek is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 17 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2019, with prior experience at CUNA Brokerage Services, CUNA Mutual Group, and HSBC Bank USA. Fidelity's affiliate, Strategic Advisers LLC, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios that include mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Nicholas Panetta is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Charles Capilets, eBlockchain, Alt Trade, and Velocity Trading. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs. The firm utilizes a range of advisory models and third-party asset managers, offering clients access to mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.

Joseph Barbuto is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2010. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process 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.

Victoria Padala is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 16 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2014. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Michael Misciagna Jr. is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with clients to develop strategies that address their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. His approach includes understanding each client's individual priorities to provide tailored advice on investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected expenses. Additionally, he connects clients with Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. With nearly a decade of experience in the financial services industry, Michael focuses on building long-lasting relationships with clients based on trust. His areas of expertise include college education planning, employee benefits planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Michael holds a Bachelor's Degree from SUNY Farmingdale and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of work, he pursues personal interests such as bowling, golfing, spending time with his family, and traveling.