Richard Lahn Jr. is a financial advisor with The Pinnacle Financial Group, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked with The Pinnacle Financial Group since 2013 and has been affiliated with LPL Financial since 2012. In addition to his advisory roles, Lahn is an author of *The Original Money Book*. The Pinnacle Financial Group provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm employs fundamental analysis across multiple asset classes and manages accounts primarily on a discretionary basis with regular monitoring and reviews.

Konstantin Prives is a financial advisor with RBC Securities, Inc. in Great Neck, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Flagstar Advisors/Flagstar Bank and Signature Securities Group Corp./Signature Bank. He also serves as Group Director Investments - Senior Vice President at New York Community Bancorp. RBC Securities, Inc. provides wealth management and brokerage services to individuals, trusts, estates, IRAs, and retirement plans through its wrap-fee investment advisory program. The firm integrates a broad range of financial services within a banking-affiliated group and delegates investment management to its sub-advisor, RBC Rochdale.

Ricardo Krulig Gelman is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Jefferies LLC since 2017 and HSBC from 2010 to 2017. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm offers a customized planning process covering a range of topics, including tax and estate planning, executive compensation, and philanthropic planning, and uses third-party software and probabilistic modeling to support financial plan development.

Daniel Obrien II is a financial advisor at Douglass Winthrop Advisors LLC in New York, NY, holding a Series 63 designation with four years of industry experience. He has been with Douglass Winthrop Advisors since 1999. Douglass Winthrop Advisors provides customized investment management primarily to individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, endowments, and institutions through discretionary and non-discretionary accounts. The firm constructs all-equity or balanced portfolios using a five-filter fundamental research process and offers a Sustainable Equity Strategy alongside its core equity approach.

David Simon is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience, currently serving at Arax Advisory Partners since 2025. He is also the president of SimonDavis, Inc., an insurance wholesale brokerage agency specializing in insurance and fixed annuity sales. Simon’s career includes two decades at SRS Capital Advisors, Inc. Arax Advisory Partners is an SEC-registered, multi-team wealth manager overseeing approximately $26.5 billion in assets and serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, family offices, institutions, and retirement plans. The firm employs a combination of internal portfolio management, third-party models, and tailored asset allocation, with a notable use of performance-based fee arrangements and insurance brokerage activities.

Gabriel Tishelman is a financial advisor with Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC and holds the Series 66 designation. He has three years of industry experience, including prior roles at Charles Schwab and Inflection Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he tutors students in CFA subjects through Varsity Tutors. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals and various entities, using a customized planning process supported by third-party software and scenario analysis. The firm operates as a subsidiary of Jefferies Financial Group and separates its fiduciary planning from implementation services.

Victoria Pantaleo is a financial advisor at Arete Wealth Advisors, LLC with eight years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Golub Capital since 2023, and previously at BlackRock from 2017 to 2023. Arete Wealth Advisors provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm primarily manages assets on a discretionary basis using both advisor-driven and proprietary model allocations, and it employs third-party sub-advisers alongside a due-diligence process for recommended managers and private investments.

Robert Russak is a financial advisor at Snowden Capital Advisors LLC with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at Merrill, Morgan Stanley, and Wells Fargo Clearing. Since 2025, he has been with Snowden Lane Partners, part of Snowden Capital Advisors. Snowden Capital Advisors serves high-net-worth individuals, family offices, foundations, pension plans, endowments, and institutional clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, investment consulting, and customized model portfolios, often utilizing third-party managers while maintaining client oversight.

Mike Toledo is a financial advisor at Snowden Capital Advisors LLC with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at Snowden Lane Partners, Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, and Chase Investment Services Corp. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as president of his condominium board. Snowden Capital Advisors LLC serves high-net-worth individuals, family offices, foundations, pension plans, endowments, and institutional clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial and estate planning, and investment consulting, utilizing a multi-team approach with access to third-party managers and a range of investment tools, including alternatives and derivatives.

Yu Li is a financial advisor at IP Financial Advisory Services LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at several firms, including B. Riley Wealth Advisors and Great Hill Advisory. Li is also a senior accountant at Taxmaster Financial Services Corp. LLC, where he is involved in tax planning, preparation, and consulting. IP Financial Advisory Services primarily serves individual retail clients, focusing on those who are not high-net-worth individuals. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, managed account programs, and retirement-plan consulting, often using discretionary authority and a range of analytical approaches to construct and monitor customized portfolios.

George Crowley III is a financial advisor with Concurrent Investment Advisors, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, Thrivent Advisor Network, Ameriprise Financial Services, and other firms. He is also involved as an equity owner and manager at Flurry Associates LLC. Concurrent Investment Advisors, LLC is a multi-team SEC-registered advisory firm serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, estates, businesses, and retirement plans. The firm offers wealth and investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services, utilizing customized, primarily long-term portfolios with ETFs, mutual funds, and alternative investments, supported by a network of approximately 286 advisors.

Matthew Miller is a financial advisor at Aegis Capital Corp. in Portland, OR, with 45 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Aegis since 2015. Outside of advisory work, he is the managing member of Broadway Group LLC, a business involved with office expenses. Aegis Capital Corp. serves individual investors, retirement and benefit plans, trusts, estates, and corporate clients, providing investment advisory and brokerage services along with financial planning and managed account programs through RBC and AXOS platforms. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary account options and supports trade execution, clearing, custody, and reporting services.

Nicholas Iocco is a financial advisor at The Pinnacle Financial Group with 44 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at LPL Financial since 1997 and at The Pinnacle Financial Group since 2016. The Pinnacle Financial Group provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm employs a disciplined investment process that includes written Investment Policy Statements and fundamental analysis across various asset classes, managing accounts primarily on a discretionary basis with regular monitoring and reviews.

Bryan Cass is a CFP® professional with three years of industry experience. He is currently with Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management, LLC, where he has worked since 2025. Prior to this, he held positions at Wetherby Asset Management and BNY Mellon Wealth Management. Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management provides wealth planning and investment management services primarily to high-net-worth individuals and related entities. The firm employs a customized investment approach emphasizing strategic asset allocation, global diversification, and a core-satellite strategy that includes active management and alternative investments.

Ryan Michaelsen is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Emigrant Bank and Emigrant Mortgage Company. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm offers a customized planning process covering areas such as tax and estate planning, executive compensation, concentrated stock reviews, and philanthropic planning.

Frank Nargentino is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 37 years of industry experience, currently serving at B. Riley Wealth Advisors, Inc. since 2022. He previously worked at National Asset Management and National Securities Corporation from 2015 to 2022. Outside of his advisory role, Nargentino is a board member and treasurer for Program Development Services, a nonprofit supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. B. Riley Wealth Advisors, Inc. is an SEC-registered firm managing approximately $7.03 billion in client assets through about 274 advisors. The firm provides a range of services including advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement solutions to individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans.

I came to the U.S. from the Dominican Republic when I was 11 years old. As an immigrant, I had to learn two languages: English, and money. I did not learn personal finance concepts at home or in school, so I can relate to professionals who are advancing in their careers as they plan for their futures, yet feel a certain inadequacy around money. Seeing my parents' journey to create a better life for us inspired me to do better, not only for myself, but for others looking to build a better financial future for themselves. I personally observed how much harder it can be for women. My mother had to do very physical jobs her whole life, while also raising 6 kids (me, my brother, and four sisters) and taking care of elderly parents. She also outlived my dad, which further compounded the need for her financial security. I became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional in order to help other First Gen wealth creators like myself pursue their goals. I do my best to keep it simple, so no fancy jargon or investment terms. It’s all about your vision of success and how I can help you on your way to building a better financial future. I look forward to meeting you and learning more about your goals and aspirations. Luis Rosa is an investment advisor representative registered with Savvy Advisors, Inc. (“Savvy”). All investment advisory services offered by Luis Rosa are offered through Savvy. Build a Better Financial Future LLC is an independent marketing brand name used by Luis Rosa for advertising and marketing purposes only. Build a Better Financial Future LLC and Savvy are not related or affiliated. For more information about Savvy, please visit our website. All advisory services are offered through Savvy Advisors, Inc. (“Savvy Advisors”), an investment advisor registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Savvy Wealth Inc. (“Savvy Wealth”) is a technology company and the parent company of Savvy Advisors. Savvy Wealth and Savvy Advisors are often collectively referred to as “Savvy”.

Kristopher Giordano is a financial advisor at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC, Leucadia Asset Management LLC, Jefferies LLC, HSBC Private Bank, and Fidelity Investments. Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC provides fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm uses a customized, collaborative planning process supported by third-party software and probability-based modeling to develop comprehensive financial plans.

Nicholas Attard is a CFA® charterholder with 12 years of industry experience. He is currently with RBC Securities, Inc. and has held prior roles at City National Securities, Inc., Deutsche Bank Securities Inc., Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, and Commonfund Securities, Inc. He serves as Treasurer and board member of the Bartlett Arboretum and Gardens and is a committee member for the Old Colony YMCA. RBC Securities, Inc. provides wealth management and brokerage services to individuals, trusts, estates, IRAs, and retirement plans through its wrap-fee investment advisory program. The firm integrates portfolio management with a broad financial services group affiliated with a bank parent and offers discretionary account management via sub-advisor RBC Rochdale.

Timothy Erb is a financial advisor at Allen Investment Management, LLC with 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Allen Investment Management since 2016 and holds the Series 63 designation. Outside of his advisory role, Erb serves on the Investment Committee for The HOPE Program and is a trustee for LaSalle College High School. Allen Investment Management, LLC provides customized wealth management and advisory services primarily to high-net-worth individuals, family offices, trusts, foundations, and other accredited investors, including a significant non-U.S. client base. The firm offers tailored investment programs across several asset classes and emphasizes manager due diligence and thematic equity strategies.