Franco Alfieri is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2012, progressing through various positions including Branch Leader from 2023 to 2025, and Vice President, Financial Consultant from 2018 to 2023. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Advisor at Metlife from 2011 to 2012. Franco focuses on building relationships founded on trust and education, aiming to empower clients to make informed decisions about their financial planning. He emphasizes helping clients understand their options and considerations to feel confident and prepared for important financial moments. Outside of his professional work, Franco enjoys concerts, family activities, football, outdoor adventures, soccer, and traveling.

Hasnain Mir is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of The Mir Group. Since launching his Merrill career in 2005, Hasnain has developed integrated financial strategies and portfolios primarily for business owners, focusing on defined benefit and defined contribution plans. He works closely with plan sponsors, their families, and employees to provide education on plan specifics and investment choices. Hasnain also facilitates clients’ access to banking services including cash management, debt consolidation, and lending solutions through Bank of America, N.A. Hasnain’s client base includes self-made entrepreneurs, medical and legal professionals, corporate executives, and multi-generational families across New Jersey and 15 additional states. His expertise covers a range of financial planning areas such as college education planning, divorce transition planning, liquidity management, retirement income, and small business strategies. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and completed an Accredited Certificate Program at Middlesex County. Outside of his professional role, Hasnain is an avid golfer, cyclist, and fitness enthusiast residing in Somerset, New Jersey with his wife. He and The Mir Group engage in pro bono work and support various charitable organizations as part of their commitment to giving back to the community.

Debra Shipps is a financial advisor at Merrill with 28 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and has been with Merrill since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as the Fundraising Chair for Boy Scouts Pack 140 and is the Mayor of Knowlton Township, New Jersey. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Glenn Weiss is a financial advisor at Stifel with 34 years of industry experience and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has been with Stifel since 2007. Outside of his advisory work, Weiss serves as Financial Secretary for Temple Shalom, a religious nonprofit organization. Stifel provides brokerage and investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipalities. The firm employs a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to support asset allocation and financial planning.

Ronald Kovac is a CFP® and ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2002. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering goal-based financial planning without discretionary trading authority and integrating planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option.

Jennifer Gethins is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. She holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and several mortgage-related firms. 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 applying an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Cary Fliegler is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Fisher Investments since 2001. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, offering discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm utilizes a centralized Investment Policy Committee and combines quantitative and qualitative research to construct globally diversified portfolios while implementing tax-aware risk management strategies.

Paul Brehne is a CFP® with 36 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Morgan Stanley, having joined its Private Bank and Smith Barney divisions in 2024. Prior to that, he spent 10 years at Wells Fargo Advisors. 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 and financial planning services supported by structured processes and proprietary tools.

Jack Grondin is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked with M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc. and at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Eagle Rock Wealth Management and Greenberg and Rapp Financial Group, supporting financial planning and insurance services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and is notable for its municipal advisor affiliation and specialized advisory programs.

Michael Nelson is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors in Morristown, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2026 and has prior work experience in various industries including food service and landscaping. Outside of advising, he has been involved in roles at Door Dash and Brook's Landscaping. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, and institutions, providing financial planning, broker-dealer services, and access to third-party asset management programs. The firm operates as both a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer and collaborates extensively with program sponsors and third-party managers to offer advisory and brokerage solutions.

Chad Robertson is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Automatic Data Processing and Berkshire Hathaway Guard Insurance. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios and deliver model portfolios to intermediary platforms.

Piotr Galus is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in property management through Tatra Properties, LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs for individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools.

Jordan Toma is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding a Series 65 credential and 13 years of industry experience. He previously worked at The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in speaking engagements through his business, I'm Just A Kid With An IEP LLC, which offers seminars and workshops to schools and organizations. LPL Enterprise, LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, providing services through both advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, access to model portfolios, third-party asset management, and a range of brokerage and insurance products, delivering investment advice primarily through its investment adviser representatives.

Gary Nesta is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with five years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations as well as a Series 66 license. Prior to joining Mass Mutual Investors Services in 2020, he worked in various roles including positions at Retro Fitness and Ramapo College of New Jersey. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, utilizing firm-approved software tools to deliver written recommendations as part of annual, collaborative planning engagements.

Karen Stark is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Chester, NJ. She works with individuals, families, women, and business owners to develop personalized financial strategies that align with their short-term and long-term goals. Karen’s approach emphasizes understanding each client's unique circumstances and priorities to create cohesive wealth management plans. Her focus areas include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, retirement income, and supporting women in wealth. Karen holds professional designations including Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She earned an MBA in Finance from St. John's University and a Bachelor's degree from Syracuse University. Karen is involved in her community through the Rockaway Valley Garden Club and St. Cecilia Church. Outside of work, she enjoys gardening, reading, and practicing yoga.

Nicola De Pinto is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 19 years of industry experience, currently with Charles Schwab in Morristown, NJ since 2019. Prior to Schwab, he worked at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Brokerage Services. Outside of finance, he co-invented a pool product that is sold wholesale and online through Amazon. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering both non-discretionary investment recommendations and access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm is noted for its large client base and integrated service model, combining advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Paul Mandel is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Morristown, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including work at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning using firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services that include financial planning, investment management, and various specialized strategies.

William Ward is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding the CFP® designation and Series 65 and 63 licenses. He has 27 years of industry experience, including roles at UBS FS and Tapfin/EY prior to joining Fidelity. He works with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary accounts, including model portfolios and fund advisory services.

Mark Livingston is a Senior Financial Advisor with 43 years of experience managing assets for wealthy individuals and non-profit organizations. He works to thoroughly understand his clients' financial needs and aligns resources to help them meet or exceed their goals. Mark assists clients in evaluating near-term concerns, planning for long-term objectives, and developing personalized financial strategies. His client focus includes family wealth management, services for endowments, foundations, non-profits, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, and socially responsible investing. Mark holds the designations of Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned a Bachelor's degree from Rutgers University and completed a certificate program at Paul Smith's College. Mark is involved in community activities, including mentoring the Morristown High School Investment Club and serving as Warden at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Essex Fells, New Jersey. He has coached the Denville Blue Knights hockey team, served as chair of the construction committee at the Convent of St. John Baptist in Mendham, New Jersey, and is a member of the Park Avenue Club.

Salal Shaikh is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2022. His prior work experience includes roles at HR Directions, Prime Now LLC, and teaching at the middle and high school levels. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery, utilizing a blend of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.