Colleen Cawley is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with four years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked at Goldman Sachs for five years. Outside of finance, she has experience in the hospitality industry and small business management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and employer-sponsored financial plans.

John Carroll is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Wayne, New Jersey. He joined Merrill Lynch in 2015 and focuses on delivering customized services in areas such as portfolio management, trust, estate, and retirement planning. John provides his clients access to banking, credit, and lending solutions through Bank of America, assisting in building, preserving, and transferring accumulated wealth. He has held leadership roles within Merrill, including membership in the Advisor Growth Network and overseeing the growth of the Wayne office into a Complex office. Before joining Merrill Lynch, John spent 14 years at Bear Stearns & Co., where he was a leading producer in the firm's International Equities Division and became one of the youngest Senior Managing Directors in the firm's history at age 30. He also worked over six years at Weeden and Co. in Greenwich, Connecticut, as a Senior Equity Sector Strategist, and held senior positions including Senior Portfolio Manager, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Risk Officer. John holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Loyola University in Maryland and completed the CPWA® Program at the Yale School of Management in 2025. He holds several professional designations including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He maintains multiple FINRA Series registrations including Series 7, 9, 10, 24, and 66. Outside of his professional life, John runs the Loyola Lacrosse Mentorship Program and is a 3rd Dan Black Belt in Taekwondo. He serves on the President's Council at St. Thomas Aquinas College in Sparkill, NY.

Steve Kim is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and two years of industry experience. He has worked with Merrill since 2019 and previously spent five years at Therapeutics Unlimited. 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

David Barrett is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 29 years of industry experience. He has worked with Cetera Investment Advisers since 2016 and with Cetera Financial Specialists LLC since 2005. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as the executor of his parents' wills. Cetera Investment Advisers is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services and operates a multi-manager platform that includes both affiliated and third-party managers.

Lissette Figueroa is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services for five years before joining Wells Fargo in 2022. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Peter Santiago is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Purchase, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2025, he spent 21 years with Prudential Insurance Company of America and PRUCO Securities, LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services through both direct client engagements and corporate financial planning agreements.

Robert Valdivieso is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Purchase, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing a rental property in Miami, Florida. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Steven Gwon is a financial advisor at Stifel with 42 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Stifel since 2007. Stifel serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, providing both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs a proprietary methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to guide investment analysis and asset allocation.

Mark Ellis is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS Financial Services and Citi. Outside of his advisory role, Ellis serves as an arbitrator in investment and finance matters. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process leverages structured tools and modeling techniques, offering advisory services without individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Melanie Powell is the Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch, overseeing advisory services and risk management in the West Nyack, New York office. In her role as a producing director and Vice President, she works closely with clients to understand their concerns and priorities and supports financial advisors in delivering client-centered services. Her expertise focuses on implementing wealth management strategies that emphasize portfolio construction aimed at reducing risk and minimizing taxes. Melanie holds several professional designations including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Economics with a concentration in Finance from the State University of New York at Oneonta. She participates in community activities, having been past president of the Broadacres Women's Golf League, and volunteers with local organizations such as the Center for Food Action and Habitat for Humanity. Melanie also engages with the community by offering investment education classes geared towards women investors. She resides in Bardonia, New York.

Robert Shamis is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 18 years of industry experience. He is currently with Morgan Stanley in Paramus, NJ, where he has worked since 2017, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. from 2021. His prior experience includes positions 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 and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured, tool-based planning process that incorporates risk and outcome modeling.

Mario Tripicchio is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2007, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. 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 planning tools and investment research.

Peter Sclavo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Eastchester, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 20 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he operates Peter Sclavo LLC, where he provides tax preparation services and is a licensed real estate broker. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, utilizing a range of investment strategies supported by technology and research tools.

Tyler Kay is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Purchase, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His background includes positions at Ameriprise and DoorDash, as well as roles related to sports organizations such as USA Hockey and the Metropolitan Golf Association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, focusing on structured financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through financial advisors and its Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Robert O'Herlihy is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Hackensack, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 43 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of Blue Horseshoe Holdings and serves as a trustee for Blue Horseshoe Holdings 401K. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services tailored to clients who meet a net-worth threshold, using Wells Fargo research and planning tools to develop and deliver financial recommendations.

Robert Johnston is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in developing strategies for high-net-worth individuals, their families, and businesses. He joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2010 and has been in the financial services industry since 2008. His approach to wealth management is consultative and objective, focusing on personalized asset allocation and comprehensive financial planning, including investments, retirement, estate planning, and philanthropy. Mr. Johnston is a 1985 graduate of Rutgers University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional designation, the Certified Public Accountant license from New York state (not actively practicing in his advisory role), as well as certifications as a Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor, Personal Investment Advisor, and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor. In addition to his professional work, Robert Johnston is involved in community service, having served as past President of the Oradell/Emerson Rotary Club and as a board member for West Bergen Mental Healthcare and the Volunteer Center of Bergen County. He also coaches youth sports teams. He resides in Emerson with his wife Michele and their two daughters.

Craig Cutler is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Ramsey, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2003. Outside of his advisory work, Cutler competes in disc golf tournaments through the Professional Disc Golf Association. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management programs, utilizing a variety of strategies and advisor-support tools.

Jacqueline Cicale is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She has been with the firm since 1985 and has partnered with Judith for over 37 years. Jacqueline specializes in portfolio strategy, focusing on creating wealth for both business clients and individuals. Her expertise includes designing strategies to manage cash flow, lending, corporate retirement plans, and stock option plans for business clients. For individual and family clients, she constructs investment portfolios aligned with their specific goals and regularly reviews and adjusts these portfolios in response to changes in global markets. Jacqueline holds a Bachelor's Degree from Mercy College of Health Sciences and holds the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Over the years, she has been recognized multiple times by Forbes, including listings on the "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors," "Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State," and "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams" for several consecutive years. These recognitions reflect her sustained experience, client retention, and adherence to industry best practices.

Thomas Ross is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management who has been with the firm for over 20 years. In his role, he focuses on developing personalized financial strategies tailored to clients' full financial pictures, with particular emphasis on family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, and retirement income. He integrates investment insights from Merrill along with banking and lending solutions from Bank of America to help clients pursue their long-term goals. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch, Thomas was a Relationship Manager in the Corporate Banking area at a major metropolitan bank. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Rutgers University and a Master's Degree in Finance from the New Jersey Institute of Technology. He is also designated as a CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Thomas resides in Northern New Jersey with his wife and three children. He is active in his community and spends time volunteering with local organizations. His personal interests include skiing, hiking, biking, basketball, boating, cooking, football, reading, traveling, and watching movies.

Marc Goldstein is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Purchase, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and modeling techniques as part of its advisory process.