Lawrence Barber Jr. is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with the firm since 1997 and offers expertise in areas including endowments, foundations, and non-profits, LGBT wealth planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and values-based investing, special needs planning strategies, women and wealth, and sports and entertainment. He attended the University of Vermont, though no degree was conferred, and holds professional designations as a Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Lawrence has been involved in the startup and growth of businesses in alternate energy, outdoor sports equipment, and natural foods. Lawrence serves on the boards of the Catamount Trail Association and the Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility. He is also affiliated with the Union of Concerned Scientists and the Vermont Hang gliding and Paragliding Association. He lives in Charlotte, Vermont, and participates in adventure sports including backcountry skiing, hiking, biking, boating, rock climbing, and traveling.

Brandon Pruss is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at UBS Financial Services and Charles Schwab. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services.

Dustin Thompson is a financial advisor at Robert Baird & Co. with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and previously worked at Hefren Tillotson, Inc. for nine years. He serves as a board member and on the Investment Finance Committee of the Seneca Valley Foundation. The DDK Group, part of Robert W. Baird & Co.'s Private Wealth Management department, serves individual, corporate, pension, and charitable clients. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, portfolio management, and customized investment solutions, supported by in-house research and a combination of manager-traded and model-traded strategies.

Richard Petro is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth with 35 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked previously at Securities America Advisors, Inc. from 2010 to 2024. He is also an insurance agent with Canella Financial Group, specializing in fixed annuity sales and life insurance products. Osaic Wealth serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services, including financial planning, managed portfolios, and retirement plan consulting. The firm uses a model-based investment process focused on asset allocation and portfolio optimization and is notable for its scale, recent consolidation activity, and complex affiliate network.

Timothy Madar is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 14 years of industry experience, including roles at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. He is also involved in fiduciary activities related to revocable trusts. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, utilizing model-driven investment implementation and offering access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and affiliated trust and insurance services.

Edward Ifft Jr. is a financial advisor at Cetera with over 56 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation as well as Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior roles include positions at VOYA Financial Advisors and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the board of directors for Hope Network, a nonprofit supporting programs for the physically disabled, and is a trustee for the Kate M Kelley Foundation, which provides grants to Catholic institutions and charities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual and institutional clients through a large network of independent advisors. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and retirement services, utilizing both affiliated and third-party managers across multiple program structures.

Vilyamir Kolesnichenko is a financial advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co. in Pittsburgh, PA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Hefren-Tillotson and has diverse prior experience including roles outside finance. He serves as a volunteer director on the board of the Ukrainian Self-reliance of Western PA Federal Credit Union and is engaged in creative activities such as wedding photography and fine art sales. Baird’s DDK Group, where he is based, serves individuals, corporate clients, pensions, and charitable organizations with financial planning, portfolio management, and custody services. The firm manages approximately $394 billion in assets and offers a mix of manager-traded and model-traded strategies supported by in-house research and specialized advisory services.

Pamela Pasterick is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Pittsburgh, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. She has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2013. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management tailored to each client's risk profile, utilizing a combination of in-house and third-party investment managers.

Robert Wilson Jr. is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with one year of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera in Wexford, PA. His background includes roles at various financial services firms, including Best Times Financial and American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. Outside of finance, he has experience working in the food service industry with Big Dipper BBQ and Owego Original Italian. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform allowing advisors to implement model portfolios, utilize third-party managers, or construct customized strategies across discretionary and non-discretionary program structures.

Korey Carnvale is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Pittsburgh, PA. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, Korey worked at Ohio University and held positions in retail and education sectors. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base, including individual investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs, utilizing a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers to deliver tailored investment solutions.

Katie Byers is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 19 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at National Planning Corporation from 2009 to 2017. She has also maintained a related business under Speakman Financial since 2004. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and asset management services through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Marc Canovali is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses, and has 32 years of industry experience. He has worked with firms including Private Advisor Group, LPL Financial, and The Advisor Group, where he is an owner. Outside of advising, he is an insurance agent specializing in life, health, disability, fixed annuities, long-term care, and property and casualty insurance. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, with access to multiple program platforms and third-party money managers.

Robert Keiscer is a financial advisor at Fidelity with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Equitable Advisors, AXA Advisors, and other firms. Keiscer is based in Pittsburgh, PA. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio construction. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, and is noted for its registration as a commodity pool operator and use of AI-driven methods.

Nathaniel Sepe is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Federated Global Investment Management Corp., Carson Wealth, and USI Consulting Group. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients through a nationwide network of financial advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, access to separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Samuel Ginsberg is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Pittsburgh, PA, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Boenning & Scattergood Inc for 14 years before joining LPL Financial in 2023. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Matthew Hurray is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing 26 years of experience to his role. He specializes in addressing a range of client needs, including corporate executive services, equity compensation, retirement planning, portfolio management, and small business strategies. Matthew works with senior executives, business owners, and multi-generational families to develop financial plans that adapt to evolving client priorities and goals. Joining Merrill in 1996, Matthew has extensive experience advising clients on complex financial decisions such as stock option strategies, deferred compensation, retirement planning, and business transitions. He focuses on tailoring investment portfolios that align with individual goals, risk profiles, and timelines, utilizing both traditional and alternative investments as appropriate to pursue growth in varying market environments. Matthew holds a Bachelor's degree in economics and finance from the University of Dayton and a Master's degree in Business Administration from Duquesne University. He is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is actively involved in community organizations, serving as a committee member for the Duquesne University Student Athletic Fund. Matthew resides in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania with his wife, Julie, and their twins.

Chad Irving is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has dedicated his entire professional career since 1997. He has held multiple roles within the firm, including Premier Wealth Planner and leadership positions in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Atlanta. Since returning to Pittsburgh in 2013, Chad provides customized wealth management strategies tailored to his clients' needs. Chad holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), and Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Pennsylvania State University. His expertise encompasses executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and values-based investing. In addition to his professional work, Chad is involved with the Western Pennsylvania chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. His personal interests include cooking, golfing, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Eric Werner is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Sewickley, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services from 2014 to 2019 before joining Morgan Stanley. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee and holds power of attorney responsibilities in investment-related capacities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, including customized financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and corporate financial planning services.

Kevin Day is a CFA® charterholder with 13 years of experience in the financial industry. He has worked at Cetera since 2018 and previously held roles at Federated Investors and First National Bank of Pennsylvania. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as Market Executive for FNB Wealth Management, overseeing sales and service functions at First National Trust Company. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a national investment advisory firm that serves individual, corporate, institutional, and charitable clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, retirement, and consulting services through a multi-manager platform with flexible program options and over $256 billion in assets under management.

Daniel Gray is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Pittsburgh, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Hornor Townsend & Kent LLC, Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company, Money Concepts Capital Corp, and Bombardier. Outside of advisory services, he also provides tax analysis and preparation as a sole proprietor. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm employs a model-based investment approach with various portfolio management options and is notable for its large scale, extensive affiliate network, and recent consolidation activities.