Dave Lalla is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Edison, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 41 years of industry experience. He has worked with LPL Financial since 2009, following roles at Chase Investment Services Corp. and Quick & Reilly, Inc. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to various investment strategies, supported by technology and a wide network of over 22,800 advisors.

Jeffrey Ball is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2009. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various wrap fee advisory programs, providing portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services tailored to each client’s Advisory Risk Profile.

Ashley Gunther is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise in 2025, Gunther worked at Truist Advisory Services Inc., Truist Investment Services Inc., Truist Bank, BB&T Bank, and PNC Bank. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a wide range of clients, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and insurance products through affiliated entities.

Joanna Pellecchia is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked with J.P. Morgan entities since 2016. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates ESG criteria within a broader derivatives and commodities capability.

Kenneth Shine is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 63 designation and 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, delivering written recommendations that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to support its clients and emphasizes the use of Ameriprise-managed accounts within its advisory approach.

Kseniia Kairelshtein is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with nine years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Morgan Stanley and Citibank N.A. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, providing tailored financial planning and consulting services through various portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

James Maltese serves as an International Wealth Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has spent his entire financial services career since joining the firm in 1989. Leading The Maltese Group, he provides a full range of wealth management services to corporate executives and their families, including expertise in corporate benefit programs such as equity compensation and non-qualified deferred compensation. He is a qualified Portfolio Manager and offers discretionary management through Personalized or Defined Strategies that may incorporate various investment options. James and his team focus on supporting corporate executives, business owners, and those transitioning into retirement by delivering customized financial strategies and insights. Their advisory services cover areas including executive compensation, retirement planning, legacy planning, tax minimization, liquidity management, investment management, and trust and estate planning. He earned his bachelor's degree in marketing from Villanova University and holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation. Throughout his career, James has received multiple recognitions, including repeated inclusion in Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors and the Financial Times 400 Top Advisors. Outside of work, he volunteers for MIPH (Making it Possible to End Homelessness) and enjoys coaching, playing acoustic guitar, and cooking.

Saji Philip is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Princeton, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services and Equitable Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, Philip is a business owner of Growing Stars, Inc., an online tutoring service. 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, including financial planning and model portfolio programs, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives and advanced operational tools.

Armando Krusell is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise, he worked at TD Bank N.A. and Dicks Sporting Goods and was a full-time student for eight years. He is also involved in a non-variable insurance business in Hopelawn, NJ. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a broad client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and insurance product sales through affiliated entities.

Andrew Pasquarelli is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he held various roles including employment at Burlington Stores and Ryan's Pub Manayunk. Equitable Advisors serves a broad range of clients including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and diverse asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm relies on third-party sponsors and endorsed advisory programs to deliver investment solutions.

Jarmila Stehle is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Basking Ridge, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 21 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2018 and previously at INVEST Financial Corp for five years. Stehle is also affiliated with Affinity Federal Credit Union, where she has been involved for over two decades. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by both proprietary and third-party investment strategies.

Rekha Trivedi is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Warren, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and with seven years of industry experience. She has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2018 and has also worked with MassMutual since 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she is co-owner and partner of AAMA Consulting LLC, a marketing and brand-building business. MassMutual Investors Services operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, focusing on collaborative, annual client relationships and event-driven planning services.

Stuart Hoch is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 38 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and 65 licenses. His prior work includes 22 years at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp. and one year at Veravest Investment Advisors, Inc. Outside of advising, he provides individual and group health products on a limited basis. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, with a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting a range of strategies through its complex affiliate network and private-equity ownership.

David Silverman is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Highland Park, NJ. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 29 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Merrill since 2010 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2012. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jonathan Rothman is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley since 2016. His current role at UBS began in 2022. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a mix of brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and offers proprietary research and various capital markets services.

Stephen Locker is a CFP® professional with 35 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2017 and previously spent time at National Planning Corporation and Investacorp Advisory Services Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he has involvement with Lock23, LLC, a business entity related to securities trading. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered through a large network of investment adviser representatives using a variety of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Thomas Scotto is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and Regulus Financial Group, LLC. Outside the financial sector, he was involved with Villa Monte Pizzeria for two years. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational programs, using advanced tools to support annual collaborative planning engagements.

Elizabeth Sieghardt is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 20 years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 19 years before joining LPL Financial in 2024. Sieghardt holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. She is a member of The Sieghardt Family LLC, a family business entity used for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting over 22,800 advisors and managing more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Rodney Medina is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2009, following prior roles at Citigroup Global Markets and Citicorp Investment Services. He is also involved with MK Financial Group LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools and a large network of over 22,900 advisors.

Tyler Dey is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He partners with clients to build disciplined, personalized financial strategies and is part of a team that provides a concierge-style experience, assisting individuals and families with investment management, retirement planning, and long-term wealth goal navigation. Tyler also collaborates with Advisors on retirement plan administration and guidance. Prior to becoming a Financial Advisor, Tyler served as a Registered Wealth Management Client Associate. In that role, he supported portfolio operations, retirement plan administration, and daily client needs. He has been with Merrill Lynch and Bank of America since 2021 and is Series 7 and 66 FINRA registered, holding the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Tyler earned a Bachelor's Degree in Finance with a focus on investment analysis from Rider University. He received several academic honors there, including the Andrew J. Rider Award and induction into Beta Gamma Sigma. He currently resides in New Egypt, New Jersey. Personal interests include baseball, football, golfing, hiking, music, and reading.