Michael Montagnino is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Montagnino serves as a golf coach and instructor at Farmingdale State University. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory options. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options, tailored to plan objectives and risk tolerances.

Jeremy Levinson is a Series 66-registered advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, based in Garden City, NY, with three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bernstein Private Wealth Management and Deloitte Consulting. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, offering asset-allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Bruce Huggins is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with experience dating back to 1986. He specializes in a range of financial planning and investment consulting services including divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, retirement income, and portfolio management services. Bruce works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their individual goals. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Long Island University and an Associate in Arts from Suffolk Community College. Bruce has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Beyond his professional work, he is involved in his community through participation with Calvary Baptist Church. Bruce's approach centers on understanding each client's comprehensive financial picture and collaborating one-on-one to help pursue long-term financial objectives. His interests outside of work include baseball, billiards, boating, chess, football, golfing, softball, and woodworking.

Najala Langlois is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Farmingdale, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she owns a consulting business, INFINITUM FINANCIAL. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic tools to generate personalized retirement income recommendations.

Kenneth Ilgner is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with 33 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 designation and has worked at MetLife Securities Inc. and Metropolitan Life Insurance Company since 1992. In addition to his advisory role, he operates as an independent insurance agent specializing in life, accident, and health insurance. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes collaborative, goal-oriented planning using proprietary software and provides event-driven planning programs alongside educational seminars.

Bibi Iqbal is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2025, Bibi worked at Bank of America, National Association for five years and at Merrill Lynch Commodities Inc for seven years. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal teams and third-party managers, along with trading, account administration, and custody support.

Katherine Kanes is a CFP® designated financial advisor at Edward Jones with 10 years of industry experience. She worked for Brown Brothers Harriman & Co for 22 years before joining Edward Jones in 2023. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and manages rental property businesses through Kanes DFW Properties LLC and Kanes OK Properties LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of investment strategies. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and supports its advisory services with a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

John Cerulli is a financial advisor at Cetera with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at firms including JPMorgan Chase Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, LPL Financial, and Jovia Financial Credit Union. Cerulli is also the owner of JCJr trd llc, a business unrelated to his primary advisory role. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services through a multi-manager platform, providing advisors with access to various model portfolios and investment programs.

John Marinelli is a Financial Advisor with The Erdmann Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with partners Andrew Billinghurst and Craig Andrzejewski to provide tailored financial guidance to senior executives, business owners, athletes, entrepreneurs, and ultra-affluent families. Their approach involves comprehensive analysis of clients' financial situations, addressing everything from daily cash flow needs to long-term aspirations. The team has expertise in business sales, concentrated stock positions, generational wealth transfer, and liquidity events, emphasizing customization and ongoing engagement to help clients achieve their goals. Before transitioning to financial advising, John was a football coach at various levels, including roles at The University of Arizona, Illinois, Connecticut, and as a high school head coach. He draws parallels between coaching and advising, applying leadership, communication, strategic planning, assessment, adaptability, risk management, and long-term vision skills cultivated through his coaching career. John also has background experience in Corporate Real Estate and Financial Services. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Trinity College and a Master's Degree from Manhattanville College. His professional designations include CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Outside of work, John enjoys a range of sports such as baseball, football, golfing, ice hockey, pickleball, running, and skiing, as well as cooking, watching movies, and spending time with his family.

Jack Cheshire is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation. His prior work includes roles at Wind Watch Country Club, Binghamton University, Sayville Yacht Club, Brockport University, and Sayville Public Schools. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendation reports. As a large institutional firm, Ameriprise provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Michael Bartolotta is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and over 20 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at RF Lafferty & Co Inc and Fulcrum Securities, Inc. He is also involved in Certainty of Uncertainty, LLC, an advisor-owned entity managing his practice. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Michael Boccio is a financial advisor at Cetera with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked previously at American Portfolios and OSAIC. He is also a financial professional at North Ridge Wealth Planning, where he provides administrative support and customer service. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, utilizing multiple program structures and investment strategies.

Ryan Wroblewski is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Garden City, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2016. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning that utilizes firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through Financial Advisors and its Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Wayne Lee is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 22 years of industry experience. He is currently with Morgan Stanley in Jericho, NY, where he has worked since 2021. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and investment research. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and employer-sponsored financial planning services.

Justin Launer is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 20 years of industry experience, including a decade at First Republic Private Wealth Management prior to joining J.P. Morgan. Launer’s current roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Thomas Fostvedt is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 63 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with WELLS FARGO Advisors from 2011 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an executor of a client’s estate. 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 in its investment menus.

Michael Mezzacappa is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities and holds the Series 66 designation. He has four years of industry experience, including prior roles at Stifel Financial Corp. and Barnum Wealth Management. Outside of finance, he has worked briefly in hospitality, including at East Hampton Grill and Whippoorwill Country Club. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm uses a combination of quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence, applying an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Vincent Stasi Jr. is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, as well as at Citigroup Global Markets since 2001. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a wide array of advisory programs. The firm emphasizes tailored financial planning using structured processes and proprietary tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Zixue Fan Soskin is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities, Zixue held roles at ABI FI Corp, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Citibank, and DTI/Merrill Corporation. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with additional market-facing registrations and functions, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Alfred Haber is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Melville, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 43 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999 and previously worked with Axa Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he has involvement with insurance-related business activities. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm utilizes both proprietary and third-party investment programs and provides ERISA fiduciary services to qualified plans.