Matthew Demarco is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 license and less than one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Nouveau Prosthetics & Orthotics and Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Group, as well as multiple periods of study at Fairfield University. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies. The firm employs a systematic investment process combining fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Nikolas Butkov is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in West Orange, NJ, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2010. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in independent insurance brokering specializing in universal life insurance. Ameriprise is an institutional firm offering a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to generate written recommendation reports, focusing on clients with Ameriprise-managed accounts and utilizing algorithmic tools overseen by a dedicated team.

Lindsay Reichert is a Senior Financial Advisor and a member of the RLA Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She advises clients on various financial matters, including planning for their financial future and addressing the financial aspects and consequences of divorce and post-divorce issues. Lindsay works closely with high net worth individuals, families, foundations, and corporate retirement plans, supporting them in defining objectives, exploring alternatives, and selecting appropriate financial and investment strategies. The RLA Group also assists clients in preparing for significant life events such as retirement and generational wealth transfer. Lindsay holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Marketing from Fairfield University. She has earned professional designations including Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Her client focus areas include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, and retirement income, among others. In addition to her professional pursuits, Lindsay is involved with The Junior League of Bergen County. She enjoys cooking, hiking, skiing, tennis, watching movies, practicing yoga, and spending time with her family.

Afaf Zaher is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and PNC Bank prior to joining J.P. Morgan in 2022. 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 through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering advisory services on a non-discretionary basis.

Klara Leon is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, having 20 years of industry experience. She previously led Leon Wealth Management, LLC and has been associated with Axia Financial Advisors and Raymond James Financial Services since 2015. In addition to her advisory role, she serves as the court-appointed administrator and executor of an estate. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse range of clients, including individuals, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary advisory services supported by analytical tools and maintains unique affiliations that support municipal and public finance work.

Jeffrey Wilson is a CFP® with 20 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. His prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, and A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. He serves on the board of the Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra, a nonprofit organization. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions for individuals, retirement plans, and institutions, combining a broad platform with various strategic and tactical investment options.

Tiziana Maganuco - Van Peenen is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2023. She has been with Fidelity since 2013, previously serving as a Planning Consultant from 2021 to 2023, Relationship Manager from 2014 to 2021, and Financial Representative from 2013 to 2014. Prior to joining Fidelity, Tiziana held various positions at TD Bank from 2007 to 2013, including Assistant Store Manager and Financial Services Representative. With 18 years of experience in the financial industry, Tiziana focuses on goal-based planning to help clients navigate life transitions and prepare financially for the future. She utilizes the resources available at Fidelity to support clients in building trust and confidence as they work toward their financial objectives. Outside of her professional work, Tiziana enjoys skiing and traveling.

Parker Gundeck is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been in the financial services industry since 2004, the same year he joined Merrill Lynch. Parker works with individuals, families, and businesses to develop strategies and provide advice by understanding their short- and long-term financial objectives. He specializes in areas including college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, LGBT wealth planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and values-based ESG investing, women and wealth, and retirement income. Parker holds several professional designations such as CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Parker graduated from Penn State University with a degree in Finance from The Smeal College of Business Administration. He lives in Wyckoff, NJ with his wife Kathleen and their three children: Parker, Addison, and Evan.

Sandra Zyskowski is a financial advisor at Merrill with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill and Morgan Stanley during her career. Outside of advising, she is a silent partner in an automotive and technology consulting business, Northeast Distribution Services LLC. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Ellen Bialek is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 42 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as treasurer for a rental property business owned by her spouse. 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.

Victor Maccagnan is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding CFP® and ChFC® designations and over 24 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at firms such as Equitable Advisors, AXA Advisors, and Summit Advisor Services. In addition to his advisory work, he is active as an insurance broker, specializing in life, disability, property and casualty, long-term care, fixed annuities, and health insurance. MassMutual Investors Services provides financial planning and investment advisory services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charities, and employers, offering asset management, wrap programs, and educational seminars. The firm emphasizes collaborative, annual planning engagements using firm-approved software to analyze client goals and deliver written recommendations.

Jack Hallak is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 19 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, Morgan Stanley, Bank of America, and Merrill. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is primarily model-driven, offering access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and insurance products through affiliated entities.

Rachel Bernard is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 30 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and was previously with Lincoln Financial Advisors for nearly three decades. Bernard is involved in nonprofit work as a committee member of The Lift Collaborative, a church mission organization. OSAIC serves a wide range of clients including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations through multiple advisory platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and investment advisory services with a focus on asset allocation, risk management, and access to third-party money managers and alternative investments.

Raymond Buhrmeister is a Series 66 licensed advisor at LPL Enterprise with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise, he was involved with Clark's Botanicals L.L.C. for four years. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm primarily implements investment strategies through model portfolios developed by internal and third-party research, while also offering financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and affiliated trust and insurance services.

Russell Grimm is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Wyckoff, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2006. Grimm serves on the board of trustees for SCARC Guardianship Services and acts as treasurer for CARC Guardianship Services, both organizations providing guardianship support for individuals with developmental disabilities. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of financial advisors and offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies under a fiduciary standard.

Evangelia Anderegg is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and integrates advisory offerings with other financial products and referral channels.

Paul Stramberg is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera since 2007 and operates Paul Stramburg CPA LLC, a tax preparation business established in 1981. Additionally, he sells health insurance and serves as a notary public. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports over 10,000 advisors and serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, charitable clients, and institutions. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through various program structures and manager options.

Elizabeth Deane is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Paramus, NJ. She has 27 years of industry experience, including 20 years with UBS since 2006. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by combining brokerage and investment advisory services such as fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates proprietary research and model-based asset allocations through a large network of advisors and offers institutional trading capabilities alongside wealth management services.

Jorge Ciprian is a CFP® with 30 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2018. He has prior experience at Fidelity Investments where he worked for eight years. Outside of his advisor role, he is involved with CMA 92, LLC, managing advisory services and client support. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement income planning and ongoing advice focused on tax-aware withdrawal strategies and dependable income sources.

Karl Kreshpane Jr. is a Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) with 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at UBS Financial Services since 2020 and previously at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC from 2015 to 2019. He is based in Paramus, NJ and holds a Series 66 license. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, supported by proprietary research and a broad range of capital markets functions.