Stefan Papoutsoglou is a financial advisor at Cetera with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked with Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2005. In addition to his advisory role, he is a certified public accountant and proprietor at Omega Wealth Management, providing tax preparation and financial services. He also works as a tax accountant for Merck & Co. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutions. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors and manages more than $256 billion in assets.

Alex Furlong is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Summit, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked with J.P. Morgan Securities and Jpmorgan Chase Bank NA since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process incorporates centralized due diligence, quantitative and qualitative research, and an ESG eligibility framework.

Megan Pagliaro is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2022, with prior experience at Hughes Klaiber LLC and periods focused on homemaking. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Amrik Singh is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2014. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screens and qualitative research to build model asset allocations, including an ESG eligibility framework.

Frank Yany Jr. is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, managing approximately $671 billion in assets across more than 14,000 advisors. The firm combines brokerage and advisory solutions and utilizes research and analytics to support its investment approach.

Lucas Sailer is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2013 and has been with Bank of America, N.A. since 2023. Outside of his advisory role, he is employed by BIG Messages, an answering service for doctors in northern New Jersey, where he manages communication between hospitals, patients, and physicians. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to fiduciary clients of Bank of America. The firm offers both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joseph Sparacino is a Financial Consultant currently with Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. Prior to this role, he gained experience at Fidelity Investments as a Planning Consultant from 2023 to 2025 and as an Investment Consultant in 2023. His financial services career also includes roles at E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley, where he served as a Financial Consultant from 2021 to 2023 and as an Associate Financial Consultant from 2019 to 2021, as well as experience as an Account Manager at LL Business Management from 2018 to 2019. Throughout his career, Joseph has focused on developing tailored financial strategies that align with the individual priorities of his clients. He collaborates closely with his team and utilizes the resources of his firm to provide clear guidance and insight. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys activities such as golfing, hiking, cooking, and spending time at Lu Nello in Cedar Grove, reflecting personal interests that include beach activities, cooking and baking, fitness, golf, hiking, and traveling.

Sadiera Crawford is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Summit, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with seven years of industry experience. Before joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank in 2018, she worked at Footlocker Inc. for six years. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process is supported by centralized due diligence combining quantitative and qualitative research and may incorporate an ESG eligibility framework.

Kyle Reinson is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2023, initially serving as an Investment Consultant before his current role. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Kyle worked at Merrill Lynch as an Assistant Vice President and Financial Solutions Advisor from 2019 to 2023. In these roles, he has focused on creating personalized financial plans and providing guidance to clients throughout their financial planning process. Kyle is committed to collaborating with clients to develop financial strategies that align with their individual goals and to supporting them in navigating their financial journeys.

Kenneth Fields is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 30 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Ic Advisory Services, Inc. and The Investment Center Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a member manager of KBM Capital Funding LLC, a business unrelated to investing. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies, supported by machine-learning tools for research and operations.

Robert Difabritis is a financial advisor at Cetera with 40 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Insurance Agency over multiple decades and has operated his own firm, Robert DiFabratis & Co, since 1991. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in tax preparation and financial statement preparation through his other business activities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers across various program structures.

Robert Gatyas is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 39 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC, JP Morgan Chase Bank, and Bank of America. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition and sports & entertainment planning.

George Barnes is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Barnes serves as a board member of the Yana Foundation and is an assistant basketball coach for Montville Recreation. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and various insurance and trust services.

Christopher Ahlstrand is Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he focuses on building trust and assisting clients and their families with their financial and wealth planning needs. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2015, holding various positions including Financial Representative, Investment Consultant, Financial Consultant, and now Wealth Planner. Christopher has broad financial services experience and holds the Certified Financial Planner and Chartered Financial Analyst designations. He works closely with clients to simplify complex financial topics and assist them in pursuing their financial goals.

David Potischman is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 22 years of industry experience. He currently works at Morgan Stanley in Morristown, NJ, having joined the firm in 2025 after 13 years at UBS Financial Services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including customized financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through individual financial advisors as well as corporate financial planning agreements.

Steven Ayers is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan entities. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and includes a focus on ESG eligibility frameworks.

Michael Omelio is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at firms such as Invest Financial Corporation, Investors Bank, VOYA Financial Advisors, and Wells Fargo Clearing before joining J.P. Morgan Securities. He is based in Summit, NJ. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screening and qualitative research, incorporating an ESG eligibility framework and broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Steve Killebrew is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Ridgewood, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing written recommendation reports that incorporate income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis in a structured process supported by algorithmic automation and oversight committees.

Patricia Fontan is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with five years of industry experience. She previously worked at Merrill Lynch for 12 years and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2017, including a brief period at TRX Transaction Services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and investment advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and analysis as part of its advisory services.

Jeffrey Berns is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Morristown, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 36 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning supported by proprietary tools and a structured process, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.