Jacqueline Motta is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients through both direct and corporate financial planning agreements.

Michael Browne III is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been in the industry since 2023, with prior experience at Northwestern Mutual and Ci Siamo, as well as involvement in hospitality at Uncle Jack's Steakhouse. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory and brokerage services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in assets and offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and processes.

Gary Carruthers is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Woodbury, NY, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities for 12 years before joining Wells Fargo in 2024. Outside of advising, he is a co-owner of Two Havens Brewing Company LLC, a business that sells beer and merchandise. 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 advice. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Melissa Reali is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Woodbury, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Co since 1997. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in individual life, health, group life, and group health insurance sales. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers a range of programs including wrap and money-manager options, as well as educational seminars.

Suprita Taparia is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with three years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at MassMutual and its affiliate since 2023. Prior to her financial services career, she was a homemaker for over a decade. Mass Mutual Investors Services, a subsidiary of MassMutual, provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm structures financial planning as annual collaborative engagements using firm-approved tools and offers specialized programs including Divorce Planning and event-driven planning for estates and employers.

Tak Jue is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC since 2000 and also owns and operates Accounting Network Tax Service, Inc., providing accounting and tax filing services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a wide range of clients including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts, offering diverse portfolio management and financial planning options through a large network of independent advisors.

David Israel is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and 40 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, following a career at Citigroup Global Markets that began in 1993. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Anthony Spinelli is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at MML Investors Services LLC and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2022 and previously spent six years at JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. In addition to his advisory role, Spinelli is an independent real estate agent representing clients in property transactions. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes ongoing, collaborative planning relationships and offers a range of programs including wrap accounts, money-manager programs, and educational seminars.

Wenyu Zhang is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank in 2018, Zhang worked at TD Bank and MassMutual Financial Group. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC 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 when recommending strategies.

Johnson Uwamanzu Nna is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Oceanside, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing three years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Edward Jones, Merrill, Bank of America, and Webster Bank. Outside of finance, his work history features involvement in varied sectors including staffing, food delivery services, and university budget planning. 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 incorporating financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Matthew Vella is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2023. In his role, he partners with clients to develop personalized financial plans aimed at achieving their financial and life goals. He emphasizes understanding both the financial and personal aspects of his clients' lives to build trust and serve as their primary financial consultant. Matthew and his team provide service designed to instill confidence in the clients and their financial plans. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Matthew served as AVP and Branch Manager at E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley between 2015 and 2023. His experience encompasses managing client relationships and financial planning within the investment industry. Outside of his professional work, Matthew has interests in the beach, cooking and baking, fitness, parenthood, traveling, and volunteering.

Jake Crimeni is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Northwestern Mutual and Mosquito Squad prior to his current role. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and various third-party asset managers.

Peter Schimmel is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with two years of industry experience, currently with J.P. Morgan Securities. His prior roles include positions at Mass Mutual Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Company. Outside of finance, he has experience working at New York Barbell and Bethpage Water District. J.P. Morgan Securities 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 brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Michael Mcdonagh is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 21 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC since 2011. He is also the sole owner of Michael Mcdonagh Lighthouse Advisors Inc. and serves as a trustee for a family trust. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that offers investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad range of planning services using proprietary research and tools, with clients able to choose how to implement recommendations through brokerage or advisory programs.

Kristen Griffin is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 18 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with UBS since 2012. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management. The firm utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans according to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Douglas Marshall is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2013 and 2015, respectively. His outside activities include serving as a trustee and co-trustee for a trust in Boynton Beach, Florida. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and market data to support its financial planning process.

Ronald Mcgrath is a financial advisor with Cetera and holds a Series 63 designation. He has 28 years of experience in the industry, with prior roles at Avantax Advisory Services and McGrath Wealth Management. In addition to his advisory work, he is involved in tax preparation and accounting, as well as life insurance sales. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a diverse 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 large nationwide network of independent advisors and operates a multi-manager platform with access to various investment strategies and program structures.

Kevin Peters is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and over 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2005 and previously worked at AXA Advisors and MONY Securities Corporation. Peters is a 22% owner of Equinox Financial Partners. Equitable Advisors serves a range of clients including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs through a network of advisers, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Robert Diaz is a CFP® professional with 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2000, totaling 26 years at the firm. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors.

Adam Tibbetts is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2014. 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. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision-making authority.