Jeffrey Burns is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 34 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific eligibility criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security claiming options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored retirement income advice through a centralized consulting team.

Ryan Ascone is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2009 and 2010, respectively. 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.

Pavel Stuchinskiy is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2019 and previously spent two years with JPMorgan Chase. Outside of finance, he is involved with Royal King Driving School, LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Abigail Antwi is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Merrill, she worked in healthcare and legal support roles and is involved in entrepreneurial ventures including ownership of a healthcare services company and a women's retail clothing line. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Hunter Smith is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America, Mountain Valley Bank, Northwestern Mutual, and municipal work with the Borough of Seaside Heights. He also worked in the hospitality sector at B2 Bistro and has a background in education from Jackson Memorial High School and Davis and Elkins College. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joseph Bauer is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on developing goals-based wealth management relationships tailored to each client's unique investment objectives, risk tolerance, liquidity needs, and time horizon. He offers a range of financial services including customized wealth management strategies, retirement planning, college funding, insurance services, banking access through Bank of America, and guidance on concentrated stock positions, company stock options, and alternative investment strategies. His work is supported by internal specialists and access to BofA Global Research. Mr. Bauer earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Seton Hall University in 1995 and has been in the financial services industry since that year. He has been with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management since early 2009. He holds multiple FINRA registrations including Series 7, 9, 10, 24, 31, 63, and 65, along with life and health insurance licenses in New Jersey and Florida. Additionally, he holds the Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) designation and is a member of the Investments & Wealth Institute™. Residing in Edison, New Jersey, Mr. Bauer is a lifelong resident of Middlesex County. He is married with two daughters. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys biking, fishing, football, golfing, and traveling. He is a member of the Metuchen Golf & Country Club.

Debra Abbott Walker is a financial advisor at Cetera with 14 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Her prior work includes roles at Citigroup, Equitable Advisors LLC, New York Life Insurance Company, Northwestern Mutual, and AXA Advisors. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, as well as institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of independent advisors and features a multi-manager platform with various program options and custodial relationships.

Andrew Bennett is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2019. Prior to his current role, he was employed at Yelp, Inc. from 2015 to 2019. Merrill, along 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Eric Duskin is a financial advisor with Merrill holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He previously worked at HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. from 2009 to 2022 before joining Merrill in 2022. Merrill, along 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.

Derek Bilcik is a financial advisor with Merrill in Pennington, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ceros Financial Services, Inc. and Critical Math Advisors, LLC before joining Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith in 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a member and event coordinator for the Yardley Shade Tree Commission. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Jennifer Lee is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 32 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following seven years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a trustee and personal representative for a family trust in Vero Beach, Florida. 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 investment process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Thomas Avanzato is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, and Northwestern Mutual. Outside of his advisory role, he has been involved with Dahdex TCG LLC and had a position at Sassy Lemon Co. J.P. Morgan Securities 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.

Glenn O'Brien is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley and has held various positions across education and corporate sectors. Merrill, along 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 institutions.

Christine Benson is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of experience at the firm and a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Merrill in 2018, she spent fourteen years with Raised Family. Outside of her advisory role, she is a fitness instructor at Hackettstown Dance Fitness. Merrill, alongside its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Patrick Carpio is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2008. Prior to and during his tenure at Merrill, he has also worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Merrill, along 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 a range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts.

Brian Bertolini is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of experience at the firm and 8 years in the industry. He holds a Series 66 designation and is based in Pennington, NJ. 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.

Cole Garrow is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at LPL Enterprise LLC / Prudential Advisors and has a background that includes roles outside the financial sector. He has been involved with local sports organizations, including the Flemington Baseball Academy and Hopewell Basketball Association. Merrill, along 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional plans.

Arthur Percario is a financial advisor at Merrill with 38 years of industry experience. He has held his current position at Merrill since 1989 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies designed by internal and third-party teams.

Robert Pallitto is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Ian Stewart is a Planning Consultant who collaborates with clients to develop financial plans tailored to their goals and objectives. He has professional experience as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2023, and as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2022. In 2021, he also worked as a Financial Consultant at Equitable. Outside of his professional work, Ian is interested in family activities, fitness, football, parenthood, and pets.