Sarah Barbey is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and four years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm’s approach combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Jed Gore is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His career includes roles at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2023, as well as prior work at Sleepy Hollow Country Club and George Washington University. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to guide its recommendations.

Christian Griffin is a financial advisor at Merrill with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked at BNY Mellon for five years before joining Merrill in 2020. Griffin serves as a board member for the Adam J. Lewis Academy in Bridgeport, Connecticut. 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.

Russell Glickstern is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 41 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 1997. He holds a Series 63 designation and operates in Mount Kisco, NY. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and consulting services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Joseph Zavory is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2006. 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 model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

B Kunstreich is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Rye, NY, and has 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, Kunstreich is a part-time stamp dealer. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm provides written recommendation reports using a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis, supported by algorithmic tools and a centralized consulting team.

Kenneth Heiser is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Westport, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and over 35 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company, MetLife Securities Inc., and Baystate Wealth Management. Heiser has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017. MML Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser affiliated with MassMutual, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm’s approach includes collaborative annual planning engagements using firm-approved analytical tools, with implementation requiring separate brokerage or insurance arrangements.

Stephen Pendergast is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Stamford, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 40 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at City National Bank, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual and institutional clients with tailored advisory programs offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm integrates a variety of investment managers and strategies to meet client risk profiles and provides access to alternative investments and affiliated capital markets capabilities.

Thomas Ruiz is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Stamford, CT, holding 18 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS and its affiliates since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, Ruiz is a partner and owner of VERO MOREAU LLC, a business focused on image consulting, fashion styling, and merchandising. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary research and model-based strategies to tailor plans to clients’ goals. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides a broad range of capital markets and advisory solutions.

Alexander Strukov is a CFA® charterholder with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Stifel since 2013. He holds a Series 63 license and is based in Stamford, CT. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipalities, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm utilizes a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group, providing forward-looking capital market analysis and asset allocation guidance.

Aaron Morgenstern is a CFP® with 10 years of industry experience currently advising at Ameriprise in Valhalla, NY. He has held positions at Ameriprise since 2018 and previously worked at Keybank, JPMorgan Securities LLC, and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Morgenstern has also been affiliated with the State University of New York at New Paltz since 2014. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Patricia Cavicchia is a financial advisor at Merrill with 40 years of industry experience. She has held her current role at Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith since 2000. Cavicchia holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jeffrey Chin is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill Lynch in 2000 and works with corporate employees, business and real estate owners, affluent individuals and their families to develop and implement disciplined investment and borrowing strategies for wealth growth and preservation. His approach emphasizes understanding clients' life priorities to create personalized financial plans. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch, Jeffrey worked in corporate credit and treasury departments for a major automotive manufacturer, where he gained experience in cash flow management which informs his planning and investment philosophy. He has a particular focus on workplace retirement plans, working with employers to evaluate 401(k), profit-sharing and defined benefit plans, select investment menus, and provide educational presentations. Jeffrey holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from the State University of New York at Buffalo and a Master of Business Administration in Finance from Baruch College. He has earned several professional designations including Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He is also a member of the New York Society of Security Analysts.

Kevin Curry is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. His career includes 20 years at Petersen Investments, Inc., followed by roles at Royal Alliance and Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc. He operates a related business entity for his LPL advisory practice. LPL Financial is a national investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and nonprofits, offering a range of advisory programs and services including financial planning, retirement consulting, and model portfolio management.

April Mathew is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Purchase, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2012. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning processes supported by firm-approved tools.

Matthew Sargent is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Westport, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has been employed at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2018 and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2017, with prior experience at North Elm Capital and Marvel Assets Holdings. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, combining tailored financial planning and investment services supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Hailey Opperman is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Wellesley, MA. She holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2023, she worked at Pfizer and attended Syracuse University. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools to support client outcomes.

Brendon Keady is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he works to help clients achieve their financial objectives. He focuses on understanding clients' visions and assisting them in constructing meaningful investment strategies. Brendon has been with Fidelity Investments since 2023, progressing from Customer Relationship Advocate to Investment Solutions Representative, and currently serves as an Investment Consultant. This experience has provided him with insight into client relations and investment solutions. Outside of his professional role, Brendon has interests in baseball, fitness, golf, food, and traveling.

Kyle Robison is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2021 after completing his education at Pennsylvania State University. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and emphasizes advisory services without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Charles Castro is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 18 years of industry experience. He previously worked at David Lerner Associates, Inc. for 18 years and at Spirit of America Management Company for one year. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Ameriprise Premier Retirement Income service, which provides written recommendation reports and ongoing advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.