Paul Southard is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 1999 and has also been involved with Southard General Group Inc., an insurance sales business he has operated since 1984. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations by offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs. The firm utilizes a variety of advisory models and third-party program sponsors to match clients with appropriate investment solutions.

Robert Fusaro is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2013 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Fusaro serves as a trustee for family trusts. 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.

Nestor Mendez Gallione is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Citigroup Global Markets. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management offerings. The firm leverages proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Rufus Davenport is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked with Mass Mutual Investors Services, MASSMUTUAL Life Insurance Company, and AXA Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in the healthcare sector through Emerson Rogers. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs, utilizing both proprietary offerings and third-party advisory platforms.

Michael Gorsky is the Senior Resident Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, leading the firm's office in Greenwich, Connecticut. He joined Merrill Lynch in 2005 and serves in a key leadership role within the organization. Michael's focus areas include executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, and institutional consulting. Throughout his career, Michael has been recognized multiple times by Forbes, including being named "Best-in-State Wealth Advisor" from 2021 through 2026 and earning designations among the "Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors." He holds several FINRA registrations, including Series 7, 9, 10, 31, and 66, as well as life, accident, and health insurance licenses. Michael graduated with honors from Franklin & Marshall College, where he was a three-year NCAA Track & Field athlete. Outside of his professional role, Michael participates in community volunteering consistent with Merrill's tradition. His personal interests include cooking, photography, and running.

Dino Carfora is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 44 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Joi Generazio is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Jericho, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2015. Outside of her advisory work, she is a notary public involved in nonprofit activities. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and leverages proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Nancy Bohan is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 24 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2015 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Outside of her advisory work, she is a partner in a pilates studio called LagreeNY. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by combining brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client strategies.

Dominick Scarfogliero is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera since 2019 and previously spent three years at Foresters Financial Services. He is also involved with the Long Island Financial Planning Group, a business related to Cetera. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services and operates a multi-manager platform with various program options and ongoing client supervision.

Paul Romano is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and Scottrade during his career. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, focusing on asset-allocation advice and customized performance reporting through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm employs a combination of quantitative modeling, centralized due diligence, and an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Brian Jay is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Stamford, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank division since 2017 and was self-employed prior to that. Outside of his advisory role, he is the sole proprietor of Project Stake, a digital currency venture, and serves as a board member of the Shippan Point Association, a community organization. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm utilizes a structured planning process with proprietary tools and offers access to investment insights from its Global Investment Committee.

Amy O'Brien is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Chase Bank, Citibank, and Bank of America. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Eric Goldsmith is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds a Series 63 designation. He has 21 years of industry experience, including roles at Metlife Securities and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and manages Goldy Lux 8 LLC, which provides group and individual insurance products, and he also offers financial planning services related to life settlements. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, structuring engagements as annual collaborative relationships using firm-approved analytical tools and offering a range of investment and planning services.

Ryan Humbert is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Citigroup and Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing a mix of firm-offered and third-party advisory solutions.

Brett Goldstein is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and 33 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc., American Investment Planners, and The Pension Department, which he owns. In addition to his advisory work, Goldstein is a forensic document examiner with Handwriting Expert New York, Inc. 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 broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Luke Donenfeld is a financial advisor at Stifel with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Stifel since 2019, following seven years at First Empire Securities. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as treasurer for the Harry Donenfeld Foundation, a charitable organization. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and advisory services supported by proprietary investment analysis and asset allocation methodologies developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Robert Schaefer is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS and as an independent contractor. Outside of finance, he owns and operates a yoga instruction business and a retail clothing company. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of planning services supported by proprietary research and tools.

Marc Wong is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, Wong serves on the board of the Long Island Community Foundation and is an officer of Project Music Heals Us, a nonprofit organization that presents classical music performances to diverse audiences for education and healing. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, combining proprietary research and model-based allocations to tailor financial plans. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, offering a broad range of advisory and capital markets solutions.

Tonia Dillon is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Jericho, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of her advisory work, she manages seasonal rentals of a property she owns in Naples, Florida. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, providing a broad range of financial solutions.

Sheila Soufian is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Melville, NY, holding a Series 66 credential and 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Equitable Advisors since 2005 and previously worked at Axa Advisors, LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she is affiliated with CREW New York, a commercial real estate organization. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charities, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management through various advisory programs and third-party managers. The firm emphasizes client-specific risk assessment and uses a range of investment vehicles including mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.