Justin Branch is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Woodbridge, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2020 and is also involved as a tutor at Sylvan Learning Center. Prior to his current roles, he worked at Rutgers University and Jespy House. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm uses a hybrid referral and implementation model that combines advisory and brokerage channels to tailor services based on client goals and risk tolerance.

Francis Gordon Jr. is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Mass Mutual Investors Services, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, and MetLife Securities Inc. He is also involved in independent insurance brokering across several health insurance providers. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing detailed recommendation reports on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm employs a combination of research, modeling, and automated processes overseen by a dedicated team to deliver these services.

Nicholas Petrole is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Before joining Mass Mutual, he held various roles including multiple positions at Rowan University and retail management at Shoprite. Mass Mutual Investors Services operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser, providing financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. Their approach involves collaborative, annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved analytical tools, with optional implementation through separate brokerage or insurance arrangements.

Nicole Gibson is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2021. Gibson also has a longer tenure at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., where she has worked since 2011. J.P. Morgan Securities 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 brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Katharine Williams is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 21 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley in various roles since 2009, currently working in the Private Bank. Outside of her advisory duties, she serves as volunteer PTA secretary for Wanamassa, New Jersey. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process.

Shawn Jacobowitz is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing based in Red Bank, NJ, holding CFP® certification and securities licenses Series 63 and 65. He has 30 years of industry experience, including over 10 years with Wells Fargo Clearing. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Alyssa Devenny is a financial advisor at Fidelity with one year of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at the Brick Township Municipal Utilities Authority and Professional Physical Therapy. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, managing a broad investable universe that includes mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Lawrence Jay is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 27 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 11 years before joining Wells Fargo in 2021. 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 incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Dawn Lewis is a financial advisor at Merrill with 38 years of experience in the industry. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 1988. Outside of her advisory role, she operates a part-time sole proprietorship called The Gourmet Cupboard, selling spices and mixes at home parties. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Rexhep Capri is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in working with professionals, entrepreneurs, business owners, and families facing complex financial situations. He focuses on client areas such as corporate benefits, executive services, divorce transition planning, equity compensation services, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, and tax minimization. Rexhep's approach involves careful analysis, clear communication, and strategic planning to help clients make informed decisions aligned with their priorities. Before becoming a financial advisor, Rexhep gained experience in real estate valuation and investment, providing him with practical knowledge of property analysis, ownership, and management. His background encompasses investment research, portfolio analysis, risk management, and insurance planning. Rexhep studied economics and finance and began his advisory career at Northwestern Mutual before joining Merrill. He is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and attended Pace University without earning a degree. He holds a High School Diploma from Monsignor Farrell High School. Outside of his professional duties, Rexhep enjoys a range of outdoor activities including adventure sports, biking, fishing, golfing, hiking, hunting, skiing, and traveling. He is fluent in English and Albanian.

Michael Muzikar is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Woodbridge, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Invest Financial Corporation for 10 years and Axa Advisors for three years before joining Equitable Advisors in 2017. Outside of finance, he is a professional comedian and owner of Mike Muzikar's Comedy. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model and offers tailored advisory services based on client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

Bilal Mian is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in New Brunswick, NJ, bringing two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill Lynch and PNC Bank. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to support client decision-making.

Terrence Dotzler is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Red Bank, NJ, possessing 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and has been associated with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Finance Committee of St. Leo the Great Parish in Lincroft, New Jersey. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides financial planning using structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools.

Loretta Aquino is a financial advisor with Cetera and holds the PFS™ and Series 63 designations. She has 26 years of industry experience and has previously worked at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Investment Services. In addition to her advisory work, she manages an accounting and tax practice and serves as an elected board member of Staten Island Academy. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diverse portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that supports both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Anthony Rosso is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has held roles at firms including Newbridge Securities Corporation, LPL Financial, and Regal Securities. Outside of advisory work, Rosso serves as a consultant for Aspargo Laboratories, a drug manufacturer and distributor. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that supports both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

Leslie Tuthill is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works with high net worth individuals and their families to develop personalized wealth plans. Leslie’s approach centers on carefully listening to clients’ needs and risk tolerance to construct and oversee portfolios tailored to their unique goals. With over 45 years of experience in the financial services industry since 1976, Leslie joined Merrill Lynch in 1996. She has expertise in family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, and retirement income, and has guided clients through multiple complex market cycles. Leslie holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ designation, CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA) credentials, as well as the Series 7, 63, and 65 FINRA registrations. She earned a bachelor's degree from Mount Holyoke College. Leslie resides in Oceanport, New Jersey, and is active in her community as a member of St. George’s By-The-River Church and the Navesink Garden Club. Her personal interests include antiquing, gardening, music, reading, and spending time with family.

Daniel Karstadt is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services and held roles at various firms including McQueen Kalligan Insurance Services and Northwestern Mutual. Karstadt has been with Morgan Stanley since 2025. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs that include tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through financial advisors and specialized groups such as its Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Roger Curylo is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 34 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Fidelity Investments, and National Financial Services LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with a financial planning process that uses structured discovery and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

John Fraser is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services and holds a Series 63 designation. He has 32 years of experience in the financial services industry, including prior roles at Mass Mutual Investors Services, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, and Metlife Securities. He has been with Ameriprise since 2019. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

John Rankin is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently with Charles Schwab in Red Bank, NJ. His career includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank, TD Ameritrade, Fisher Investments, Wells Fargo, and AXA Advisors. Prior to his financial services career, he worked in the home improvement industry for over a decade. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions using multi-asset model portfolios, supported by centralized custody, order routing, and due diligence on alternative investments.