Kristine Gutkowski is a financial advisor at Merrill with 29 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill since 1984, including her current role at Bank of America since 2022. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Pikras Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 29 years of industry experience. He worked at Citizens Securities, Inc. for 10 years before joining LPL Financial in 2023. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, research, and various management strategies.

Jared Dykes is a financial professional with 16 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at notable firms including Avantax and LPL Financial. He is also involved with CEC Financial Group. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves individual and institutional clients through a large network of independent advisors, offering a range of portfolio management and financial planning services across multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

William Place is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the ChFC® and Series 63 designations and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Kestra Investment Services, LLC for 13 years and has been associated with Jacobson Associates, Inc. for 16 years. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management along with research and model portfolios from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

James Wyman is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 35 years of industry experience. He is affiliated with RBC Capital Markets and has worked at City National Bank since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an expert witness and securities valuation consultant on a limited, non-business hours basis. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations with tailored investment strategies. The firm offers various advisory programs that combine in-house and third-party managers, featuring discretionary portfolio management and options for tax management and responsible investing.

Mary Ann Ernette is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Pittsburgh, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 24 years of industry experience. She previously worked at IC Advisory Services Inc and The Investment Center Inc, each for six years, and has been involved with the AVS Foundation since 2012. Ernette is also engaged with The Eamon Foundation outside of her advisory work. LPL Financial serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations, offering a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Matthew Smallidge is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Monroeville, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and seven years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Cincinnati Life Insurance Company, GBU Financial Life, Royal Alliance, and Citizens Bank. 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 recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Michael Law is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 25 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial in Seven Fields, PA. He previously worked at Good Life Advisors, LLC for five years and has been with LPL Financial since 2014. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options supported by LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Chad Restori is a CFP® with 14 years of industry experience, currently serving at Robert Baird & Co. since 2022. He previously worked at Hefren Tillotson, Inc. from 2011. Restori is a member of the finance committee at Central Catholic High School in Pittsburgh. The DDK Group, part of Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management department, serves individuals, corporate clients, pensions, and charitable organizations with services including financial planning, portfolio management, and custody. The firm combines manager-traded and model-traded strategies with ongoing manager selection supported by internal research and uses distinctive features such as municipal advisory services and strategic partnerships.

Justin Wegley is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he worked at Trustmont Financial Group and Bayer US LLC. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved with Puzak Wegley Tax Services, a tax preparation and accounting service. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Tammy Graybill is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Sewickley, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 30 years of industry experience. She has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as treasurer for a homeowner’s association and is an independent consultant purchasing wellness and skincare products for personal use. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a broad client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a variety of advisory programs with tailored strategies implemented through a combination of internal and third-party investment managers.

Lisa Fera is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Primerica Advisors since 2001. Her prior experience includes roles at Rockwell Forest Products, Inc. and Newlin Investment Company. Outside of advisory work, she is involved in sales of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure for its services.

Michael Franklin is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at OSAIC since 2023. Prior to joining OSAIC, he spent 14 years at Sagepoint Financial, Inc., and has been president of Patrick Financial Co., Inc. since 1996, where he continues to manage fixed insurance with various carriers. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a wide network of affiliated advisers and advisory platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools and third-party managers to offer portfolios including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.

Emily Jordheim is a financial advisor at Merrill with two years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked in the restaurant and hospitality sectors before joining Merrill. 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, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

John Quinlan is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2017, following two years as a full-time student. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary SMAs, offering multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Lisa Lucas is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Pittsburgh, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 23 years of industry experience. She has worked at UBS Financial Services since 2016 and was previously with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney from 2009 to 2016. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm provides fee-based financial planning, portfolio management, and access to proprietary research to tailor strategies based on clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Bryan Greenawalt is the Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2018. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2010, progressing through various roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Representative, and Private Client Specialist. Prior to joining Fidelity, Bryan worked as a Financial Advisor at Waddell & Reed from 2005 to 2007. With over a decade of experience in the financial services industry, Bryan focuses on creating client-centric strategies that emphasize exceptional client service and personalized guidance. His expertise lies in developing tailored financial plans to support the needs of families. Bryan's career reflects a steady progression through roles of increasing responsibility within the financial planning sector. No additional information regarding his education, credentials, personal interests, or community involvement has been provided.

Timothy Kunkle is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 22 years of industry experience and has been with Cambridge since 2014, also working at Duncan Financial Planning Advisors since 2026. He serves on the advisory board of BC3@Cranberry. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, retirement plan advisory, and financial-wellness services through independent Financial Professionals using various platforms and proprietary as well as third-party strategies.

Danielle Hines is a financial advisor at Robert Baird & Co. with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Robert Baird since 2022, following a prior role at Hefren Tillotson beginning in 2017. Robert Baird’s DDK Group operates within its Private Wealth Management department, serving individuals, corporate clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management, and custody services using a combination of manager-traded and model-traded strategies alongside ongoing investment research and monitoring.

Craig Cacini is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 12 years of industry experience. He currently works at Raymond James & Associates and has previously been with Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. Outside of advising, he is the owner and CEO of Beautiful Green Enterprises, LLC, a company involved in the acquisition and renovation of residential real estate properties. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and municipal advisory services supported by a nationwide adviser force and a range of portfolio management styles.