founded Birch Financial Group with the belief that financial planning should feel personal, collaborative, and empowering—not transactional. Too often, people are handed generic advice that doesn’t truly reflect their goals, values, or the life they want to build. My approach is different. I work closely with clients to create customized financial strategies that help bring clarity to complex decisions and confidence to every stage of life. As an advisor, I focus on long-term relationships and comprehensive planning. Whether we’re helping someone prepare for retirement, navigate a major life transition, optimize investments, manage taxes strategically, or coordinate estate and legacy planning, the goal is always the same: helping clients make smarter financial decisions with a trusted partner by their side. I believe great advice starts with listening, understanding what matters most, and building a plan around the person—not just the portfolio. As a person, I value authenticity, trust, and meaningful connection. I genuinely enjoy getting to know the people and families we serve and being part of their journey over time. At Birch Financial Group, we strive to create an experience where clients feel supported, informed, and cared for—because financial planning is ultimately about helping people live better lives with greater peace of mind.

Liana Poodiack is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 27 years of industry experience, currently practicing at Birch Financial Group. Her prior experience includes roles at Steward Partners and Raymond James Financial Services. Outside of advising, she is the proprietor of Peterboro Tool Company and serves as an officer and board member of the Whitney Road Association in Stoddard, NH. Birch Financial Group is a fee-only registered investment adviser serving individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as employer-sponsored plans. The firm employs a client-specific investment approach utilizing a blend of passive and active strategies, outside managers, and model portfolios, while managing over $200 million in client assets with a two-advisor team.

Gertrude Saville is a financial advisor at Prentiss Smith & Company, Inc. in Brattleboro, VT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 30 years of industry experience. She has been with Prentiss Smith & Company since 1989. Prentiss Smith & Company provides investment management services primarily for individual clients and endowment funds, also serving trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm employs a long-term growth at a reasonable price (GARP) investment approach, emphasizing capital preservation and detailed client communication through regular reports and statements.

Penelope Kaufman is a financial advisor at Prentiss Smith & Company, Inc. in Brattleboro, VT, with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Prentiss Smith & Company since 1999. Prentiss Smith & Company provides investment management services primarily for individuals and endowment funds, also serving trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm employs a long-term growth at a reasonable price (GARP) investment approach with an emphasis on capital preservation and offers detailed client communications through regular reports and statements.

Prentiss Smith is a financial advisor at Prentiss Smith & Company, Inc. in Brattleboro, VT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 31 years of industry experience. He has worked at Prentiss Smith & Company, Inc. since 1982. Prentiss Smith & Company, Inc. provides investment management services primarily for individual clients and endowment funds, also serving trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm employs a long-term growth at a reasonable price (GARP) investment approach, combining quantitative screening with fundamental analysis, and emphasizes capital preservation.

Prentiss Smith is a financial advisor at Prentiss Smith & Company, Inc. in Brattleboro, VT, holding a Series 65 credential and with 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Prentiss Smith & Company since 2002. Prentiss Smith & Company provides discretionary investment management primarily for individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and endowment funds. The firm employs a growth-at-a-reasonable-price (GARP) investment style that combines quantitative screening and fundamental analysis, offering both total-return and relative-return approaches while considering societal effects without relying solely on social criteria.

David Brady is a financial advisor with Gradient Securities, LLC and holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 34 years of industry experience, working at Gradient Securities since 2016 and running Brady Associates Inc. since 1979. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and manages a consulting and accounting entity focused on rental property management and related services. Gradient Securities, LLC provides financial planning, consulting, and non-discretionary asset management primarily to individuals, pension plans, trusts, estates, and business entities. The firm uses a non-discretionary model and blends fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, often working with third-party managers for portfolio implementation and ongoing oversight.

Anthony Hemmelgarn is a CFP® professional with 24 years of industry experience. He is currently a co-owner of Longview Wealth Advisors, LLC and associated with Commonwealth Financial Network since 2018. His prior roles include positions at Park Place Financial Advisors and Pathway Financial Advisors, among others. Commonwealth Financial Network is a dual-registered broker/dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving approximately 2,900 affiliated advisors nationwide. The firm provides a comprehensive adviser-support platform with access to managed-account programs, third-party asset managers, retirement consulting, and custody services.

Norman Juniewic Jr. is a financial advisor with Commonwealth Financial Network in Keene, NH, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and bringing 39 years of industry experience. His career includes over 20 years at LPL Financial, along with prior roles at Raymond James Financial Services and his own firm, Juniewic Financial Group. He is also involved in fixed insurance sales through a private entity he owns, Norman Juniewic, LLC. Commonwealth Financial Network serves a national network of approximately 2,900 advisors and offers a comprehensive platform including managed-account programs, access to third-party asset managers, and retirement consulting, managing over $200 billion in client assets.

Alicia Thomas is a financial advisor at TD Private Client Wealth LLC with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at TD Bank N.A. since 2020, as well as previously at Morgan Stanley and Peoples United Bank. Outside of her advisory role, she works as a server at Donovan's, a restaurant and pub. TD Private Client Wealth LLC offers managed account programs and brokerage services to institutional and high-net-worth clients, utilizing strategic and tactical asset allocation with both affiliated and third-party sub-managers. The firm operates primarily on a percentage-of-AUM wrap fee model and serves clients through a discretionary trading authority framework.

Kelli Warriner is a CFP® professional with 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is currently a co-owner of Longview Wealth Advisors, LLC and has been affiliated with Commonwealth Financial Network since 2000. Her prior experience includes Park Place Financial Advisors. Commonwealth Financial Network is a registered investment adviser supporting a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors with advisory programs, wealth management, and retirement plan consulting. The firm provides operations, technology, investment management, compliance, and practice-management support while offering various discretionary portfolio options and model strategies.

Cynthia Kordys is a financial advisor at Centaurus Financial, Inc. with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Centaurus Financial since 2013. Outside of advising, she serves as a Trustee of Trust Funds for the Town of Swanzey, NH, where she reviews municipal trust funds and investment policies. Centaurus Financial provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, families, businesses, corporations, trusts, and foundations. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management through its CLASSIC Plus platform, retirement-plan consulting, and specialized advisory services, employing a mix of fundamental and technical analysis with both discretionary and non-discretionary arrangements.

Amanda Stone is a financial advisor with TD Private Client Wealth LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and seven years of industry experience. Her career includes positions at J.P. Morgan Securities, JP Morgan Chase Bank, and Citizens Bank. TD Private Client Wealth LLC provides discretionary wrap-fee managed account programs and brokerage services to institutional and high-net-worth private clients, offering portfolio management, financial planning support, and access to a variety of investment products through a platform that combines strategic and tactical asset allocation.

Michael Kapiloff is a ChFC® with 12 years of experience at Money Concepts Capital Corp and over four decades at Kapiloff Insurance Agency, Inc., where he serves as Vice President. He is also a board member of a local organization in Keene, New Hampshire. Money Concepts Advisory Service provides portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and corporations. The firm employs a variety of managed programs and investment approaches, integrating fundamental and technical analysis with modern portfolio theory.

Scott Ringland is a financial advisor with Money Concepts Capital Corp in Keene, NH, holding a Series 63 designation and over 34 years of industry experience. He has worked with Money Concepts Capital Corp since 1994 and owns Ringland Wealth Advisors, LLC, an insurance agency offering life, fixed annuity, long-term care, disability, and health products. Money Concepts Advisory Service (MCAS) provides portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services to a broad client base including individuals, pension plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm uses a variety of managed programs and investment approaches combining model portfolios, advisor-designed portfolios, and third-party sub-advisers.

Amy Frechette is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Brattleboro, VT, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2022, she worked at Green Mountain Power and New Chapter. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory services, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Matthew Du Bois is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Brattleboro, VT, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2026. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked in various roles, including positions at Vail Resorts at Mount Snow and Tiger Fish Restaurant. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment strategies. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and maintains a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Spencer Adams is a CFP® professional at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2018 and previously spent five years at Valet Park of America. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs and investment options, operating under a fiduciary standard and managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets.

Sara Kermenski is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Cambridge and its affiliate firms since 2011 and previously worked at The Richards Group. Outside of advising, she serves as treasurer of the Marlboro Nordic Ski Club and is a board member of the Vermont Women’s Fund. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory through a network of independent professionals, employing a range of strategies from proprietary models to third-party managers.

Beth Ann Graf is a financial advisor with Merrill in Newfane, Vermont, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 41 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1981. She serves as a board member of the Trustees Board for Lake Ronkonkoma United Methodist Church. 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.

Joshua Houle is a CFP® professional with 15 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial and has previously worked at Steward Partners Investment Advisory, Raymond James Financial Services, and Edward Jones. Outside of his advisory role, he maintains a small non-variable insurance business. 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 model portfolios, third-party asset managers, and institutional platforms.

David Twombly is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in West Chesterfield, NH, holding the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 40 years of industry experience, including 14 years at Bay Financial Advisors, Inc., where he provided financial planning and consulting services through his independent advisory firm. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including model portfolio programs and third-party asset management, supported by a large network of over 22,800 advisors.

Nicholas Du Bois is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, currently with Edward Jones in Brattleboro, VT. He has 13 years of industry experience, all with Edward Jones since 2012. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies and affiliated investment options through a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Michael Brown is a CFP® professional with four years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2026, he worked at MML Investors Services, LLC and MassMutual Life Insurance Co. He also spent seven years at Mountain Sun Community School. In addition to his advisory role, Michael is involved in outside insurance sales focusing on life, disability, long-term care, and fixed annuities. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement income planning advice supported by proprietary research and algorithmic tools.

Christopher Wilson is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and four years of industry experience. He has worked at Mass Mutual and Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2020 and 2021, respectively, and previously was employed at Enterprise Holdings. Outside of his advisory role, he engages in buying and selling sports memorabilia through an eBay account. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is 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 programs using firm-approved software to deliver tailored recommendations without investment discretion.

Olivia Lezcano is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Brattleboro, VT, holding a Series 66 designation. She has brief industry experience and previously worked in various roles outside finance, including positions at The Door Shop and Concordia University. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Scott Gordon Macey is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Marlboro, Vermont, holding the CFP® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has 20 years of industry experience and has worked with MML Investors Services, LLC since 2017 and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2016. Outside of his financial advisory work, he owns Restless Kind Management, LLC, a music and songwriting business. 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 collaborative, annual financial planning engagements supported by proprietary software and educational seminars.

Keith Mansfield is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He worked at INVEST Financial Corp. for 19 years before joining LPL Financial in 2018. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced research tools and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Daniel Chabott Sr. is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Cetera Advisors LLC and has owned Clear Sailing Investment Group since 2009. Outside of advisory work, he owns real estate ventures including TC Legacy LLC. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and retirement-plan sponsors, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals. The firm provides multiple investment implementation options, including proprietary and third-party model strategies, with both discretionary and non-discretionary approaches tailored to client objectives.

Adam Colombie is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Keene, NH, with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previous work experience at Armor Addict LLC and Abacus Automation. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm is known for its extensive network of financial advisors and branch offices and offers a range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Christopher Stoner is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in West Chesterfield, NH, holding the CFP® designation and Series 63 and 66 licenses. He has 18 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Measured Wealth Private Client Group, and Eaton Vance Management. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with Twombly Wealth Management Group, which includes an insurance agency. 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 range of financial planning and investment management services, utilizing various model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and proprietary tools, supporting over 22,800 advisors and managing more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Travis Shine is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 22 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Ameriprise since 2004, including both Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. and Ameriprise. Outside of his advisory work, Shine serves as treasurer for the First Congregational Church of Newfane, is a board member of the Grace Cottage Foundation, and participates on the investment committee for Hilltop Montessori School’s endowment. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendations and ongoing retirement income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Andrew George is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2018 and previously at the Center for Human Development from 2014 to 2018. He is also a service member in the United States Army Reserve, a role he has held since 2011. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management.

Adrian Lezcano is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Brattleboro, VT, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2023, he held roles in education and community organizations, including SAU29, Monadnock Coop, and Granite State College. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Nataliya Bergeron is a CFP® with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2013. She is also a notary public and works as an independent insurance agent in Keene, NH. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of investment solutions through independent Financial Professionals, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies across various platforms.

Matthew Gordon Macey is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with MassMutual and its affiliated firms since 2025. Prior to entering the financial services industry, he held various roles in education and human resources, including positions at Elon University and multiple schools in Vermont. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is 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, utilizing firm-approved software and a collaborative approach to deliver written recommendations tailored to client goals.

Josephine Leise is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, based in Brattleboro, VT. She has four years of industry experience, including prior roles at Equitable Advisors, LLC and independent financial advisory work. Outside of finance, she has been involved with several local businesses, including Hitchcock Brewing Company. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, with a focus on retirement income planning through its Ameriprise Premier Retirement Income service. The firm offers tailored recommendation reports and ongoing advice that emphasize dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Matthew Fliss is a CFP® with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at LPL Financial since 2026. He previously worked at Edward Jones for 11 years. 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 solutions, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Ana Saavedra is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Brattleboro, Vermont, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 22 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2004. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in real estate through managing rental properties and a family partnership. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving a wide range of individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers various advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Joshua Roberts is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Brattleboro, VT, holding a Series 66 designation with 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2015 and also has a background in real estate through Roger J. Roberts Real Estate. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Vice President of Shared Housing Inc, an organization focused on promoting education and advocacy for shared housing benefits. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and affiliated investment products. The firm is notable for its extensive network of financial advisors and branch offices, as well as its additional capabilities including a trust company and securities-based lending options.

Annie Colombie is a CFP® and Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Keene, NH. She has seven years of industry experience, including previous roles outside of finance such as positions at Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Bennington Pottery. Colombie serves as Finance Committee Chair for the Keene Lions Club. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving a diverse client base that includes individual and institutional investors. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, with a nationwide network of advisors and branches.