Buffalo, NY Delaware Avenue Office

Gregory Ahrens is a CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 63 registered financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Guardian Life since 2011 and currently serves clients through Park Avenue Securities. Ahrens also operates under the Praxis Financial Group LLC brand, where he dedicates a majority of his professional efforts. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm combines advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and offers access to proprietary and third-party advisory solutions.

Thomas Youngman is a financial advisor with Guardian Life in Buffalo, NY, holding a Series 63 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Guardian Life since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Vice Chair of Membership, PR, and Branding on the board of the Wanakah Country Club. Guardian Life’s Park Avenue® Wealth Management provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm combines advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and offers a range of financial planning, consulting, and digital advisory solutions tailored to client needs.

Thomas Naples is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and holds a Series 66 designation. He has three years of industry experience and has previously worked at Park Avenue Securities. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in insurance sales with Guardian Life. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and advisory services to individuals, businesses, and organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, combining advisor-led and model-based strategies with access to insurance and alternative investment products.

Sebastian Diaz is a CFP® and Series 66-licensed advisor with Guardian Life, based in Buffalo, NY. He has four years of industry experience, including roles at Park Avenue Securities and Guardian Life Insurance Company. Prior to entering financial services, he worked in education and healthcare. Guardian Life, through its subsidiary Park Avenue® Wealth Management, offers brokerage and advisory services to individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations. The firm combines advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and access to proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Chase Czachorowski is a financial advisor with Guardian Life, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Park Avenue Securities and DoorDash, along with earlier experience in sports and education. Guardian Life’s subsidiary, Park Avenue Securities, offers brokerage and advisory services to individual, corporate, retirement, and nonprofit clients. The firm combines advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and provides access to proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Joseph Ahmed is a financial advisor with Guardian Life who holds a Series 66 designation and has five years of industry experience. He previously worked at Park Avenue Securities and served 21 years with the City of Buffalo Police Department. Outside of advising, Ahmed is involved in public speaking through Copchat Training Services LLC. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a combination of advisor-led discretionary management and model-based strategies, along with access to insurance products and alternative investments.

Derek Malis is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities, holding a Series 63 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Park Avenue Securities since 2014 and with Guardian since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he operates as an independent insurance broker offering insurance products separate from Guardian. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a combination of advisor-led discretionary management and model-based strategies, along with access to proprietary wrap programs and third-party advisory solutions.

Daniel Schlein is a financial advisor at Guardian Life with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Park Avenue Securities and Guardian Life Insurance Company since 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in additional insurance activities unrelated to Guardian Life. Park Avenue Securities LLC, where he practices, is a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America that provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a combination of advisor-led discretionary management and model-based strategies, alongside various financial planning and consulting services tailored to client needs.

Suzanne Novelli is a financial advisor at Guardian Life with 30 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Guardian Life since 2011. Novelli serves as Treasurer and Finance Committee Chair of the Suburban Adult Services Foundation, where she reports on the foundation’s financial condition quarterly and annually. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers both advisor-led discretionary management and model-based strategies, combined with access to proprietary and third-party solutions.

Marion Kelly is a financial advisor with Guardian Life holding a Series 66 designation and beginning their career in 2025. Prior to entering the financial industry, Kelly worked in healthcare-related roles including positions at Jericho Road Community Health Center and the UB School of Dental Medicine. Marion is currently affiliated with Park Avenue Securities, a subsidiary of Guardian Life. Park Avenue Securities provides both brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm combines advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies, offering tailored client relationships supported by proprietary programs and third-party platforms.

Egon Moldenhauer is a financial advisor at Guardian Life with 10 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Park Avenue Securities and Guardian Life since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Moldenhauer serves as President and CEO of Vectorr Industries LLC and holds board positions with the Buffalo Niagara River Land Trust and Wincrest Sportsman's Association. Park Avenue Securities LLC, operating as Park Avenue® Wealth Management and a wholly owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm combines advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and offers a variety of financial planning, consulting, and investment solutions tailored to client needs.

Cody Bauer is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and holds a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience and has previously worked at Park Avenue Securities and Alliance Financial Network. Guardian Life’s subsidiary, Park Avenue Wealth Management, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a range of financial planning, consulting, and discretionary management solutions, combining proprietary and third-party advisory platforms.

Stephen Constantine is a financial advisor with Guardian Life in Buffalo, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Guardian Life since 2011 and is also involved with Alliance Advisory Group. Outside of his advisory roles, he has operated the Bada Bing Bar & Grill for over 20 years. Guardian Life’s Park Avenue® Wealth Management provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a range of financial planning and consulting services alongside discretionary and model-based investment management delivered through proprietary programs and third-party platforms.

Nicholas Chiera is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Guardian Life with three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Park Avenue Securities LLC, Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, CoreLogic, and Vornado Realty Trust. He also provides financial education and wellness presentations as an independent contractor. Park Avenue Securities LLC, operating as Park Avenue® Wealth Management and a subsidiary of Guardian Life, offers brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses, combining advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and a range of integrated financial planning and consulting solutions.

Jonathan Berube is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 36 years of industry experience. His prior work includes 18 years at UBS Financial Services. He is also the manager of Derbyshire LLC, a role intended to ensure orderly succession in a personal capacity. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of Guardian Life, provides brokerage and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and consulting services, combining advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and access to various investment platforms.