Christopher Barnes is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2021. Prior to this role, he served as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2016 to 2021. His earlier experience includes roles as Associate Wealth Management Advisor at Robert Kilroy, Northwestern Mutual from 2015 to 2016, and Financial Advisor at Northwestern Mutual from 2011 to 2015. Christopher focuses on building long-term relationships with clients based on trust and transparency. He emphasizes understanding each client's unique goals, concerns, and vision for the future to develop personalized financial plans. His approach involves partnering with clients to prioritize goals, analyze risks, and continually monitor and adjust plans as life circumstances change. Outside of his professional work, Christopher enjoys family activities, golf, and traveling.

Lisa Galiardo is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 27 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 13 years. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs and tailored financial planning, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning uses structured discovery processes and approved tools without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone planning.

Robert Burriciello is a financial advisor with Merrill in Melville, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Inc. for the past 15 years. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, supported by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party style managers.

Samantha Cala is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she collaborates with clients throughout the financial planning process to align strategies with their financial goals and priorities. She emphasizes ongoing relationships with clients to accommodate changes in their financial situations over time. Samantha has been with Fidelity Investments since 2020, initially serving as a Relationship Manager before assuming her current role in 2023. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked as a Financial Representative at AXA Equitable from 2017 to 2020. Outside of her professional role, Samantha engages in activities such as family gatherings, social events, Pilates, reading, running, and soccer.

Lisa Bardenhagen is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 40 years of industry experience. She has held her current role since 2009 at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Her credentials include the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm employs a structured planning process using proprietary tools and offers services through both direct and employer-based arrangements.

James Gaughran is a financial advisor at Merrill with 42 years of industry experience. He has held positions at Merrill since 1984 and has worked with Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. He holds a Series 63 designation. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Bryan Finger is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at firms including Oppenheimer & Co Inc, Fisher Investments, and Wells Fargo Advisors. He also operated the Bryan Finger Insurance Agency from 2021 to 2024. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and investment solutions. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and is distinguished by its extensive network of advisors and branches, as well as its affiliated trusts, mutual funds, and securities-based lending options.

Jerrold Silverman is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise in various capacities since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in tax preparation through his ownership of Silverman Neu, LLP, and serves as a director and accountant at Singer & Falk CPAs PC. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement who meet certain asset criteria, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations.

Jennifer Riek is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 17 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2019, with prior experience at CUNA Brokerage Services, CUNA Mutual Group, and HSBC Bank USA. Fidelity's affiliate, Strategic Advisers LLC, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios that include mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Nicholas Panetta is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Charles Capilets, eBlockchain, Alt Trade, and Velocity Trading. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs. The firm utilizes a range of advisory models and third-party asset managers, offering clients access to mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.

Joseph Barbuto is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Melville, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and has worked at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. since 2010. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages roughly $671 billion in assets with over 14,000 advisors and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Victoria Padala is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 16 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2014. 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, and various institutional investors.

Michael Misciagna Jr. is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with clients to develop strategies that address their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. His approach includes understanding each client's individual priorities to provide tailored advice on investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected expenses. Additionally, he connects clients with Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. With nearly a decade of experience in the financial services industry, Michael focuses on building long-lasting relationships with clients based on trust. His areas of expertise include college education planning, employee benefits planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Michael holds a Bachelor's Degree from SUNY Farmingdale and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of work, he pursues personal interests such as bowling, golfing, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Robert Gargiulo is a CFP® professional with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving at Ameriprise since 2020. He previously worked at Edward Jones for 11 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is a co-owner of MRDRNG LLC, which manages his Ameriprise business operations. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis in a centralized consulting approach and provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

John Roche is a CFP® with 39 years of industry experience and has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2009. He owns and operates John J Roche CFP Inc., a financial planning firm based in Greenlawn, NY. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients with a broad range of investment and financial planning services tailored to clients who meet certain net-worth criteria.

Bryan Lubitz is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with one year of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior work experience includes roles at Instacart, SUNY Cortland, American Eagle, Sobol, and William Floyd High School. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party managers.

Brian Murphy is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2015 and previously worked at Axa Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he owns MK Capital Management, Inc. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm utilizes a range of advisory programs and third-party asset managers, focusing on aligning investment strategies with clients’ risk tolerance and financial goals.

David Janczyk is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Equitable Advisors, Fast Advantage Funding, and Humbl. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs, including financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through both direct client relationships and corporate agreements.

Robert Mason Jr. is a financial advisor at Stifel with 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Stifel since 2012 and holds the Series 63 designation. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach is based on a proprietary methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group, which uses forward-looking capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling to support asset allocation and financial planning analyses.

Glenn Depalma is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He previously worked for UBS Financial Services from 2013 to 2025. 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 portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive operational tools and a large network of investment adviser representatives.