Stephen Tanner is the sole advisor at Granite Hill Capital Management, LLC, where he has worked since 2005. He holds the CFA® designation and a Series 65 license, with 20 years of industry experience. Granite Hill Capital Management provides financial planning, portfolio management, and limited-scope investment consultations primarily to individuals, trusts, and estates. The firm follows an evidence-based investment approach grounded in modern portfolio theory, focusing on strategic asset allocation and tax efficiency, and delivers personalized service through a small client base.

Lawrence Hatheway is a financial advisor at HarborAdvisors, LLC with five years of industry experience. He previously worked at GAM Investments for four years and co-founded Jackson Hole Economics, a nonprofit research forum focused on economics, politics, and policy. Hatheway also serves as an adjunct professor of economics at Fairfield University and the University of Wyoming. HarborAdvisors, LLC provides macroeconomic and market consulting and model-provision services primarily to institutional and non-U.S. clients, using fundamental, technical, and cyclical economic analysis tailored through individually negotiated agreements. The firm focuses on multi-asset portfolio analysis under varying economic and policy scenarios and offers performance-based fee arrangements without holding custody of client assets.

Sean Whelan is a financial advisor at Brandon Hill Wealth Management, LLC with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Societe Generale and SG Americas Securities, LLC. Brandon Hill Wealth Management provides wealth and investment management services to individuals, high net worth individuals, and families. The firm employs a blend of fundamental and technical analysis, asset allocation, and third-party research to develop client-specific investment policies, managing portfolios that include stocks, bonds, ETFs, mutual funds, MLPs, and limited options usage.

Anthony Schiff is the sole advisor at 1230 Advisors, LLC, an independent firm based in Pound Ridge, NY. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 29 years of industry experience, including nine years at JPMorgan Chase Bank NA and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC. Outside of advising, he is a general partner managing Solitray LLC, a business serving the bar and restaurant industry. 1230 Advisors provides wealth management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and estates, offering customized portfolios primarily focused on long-term objectives. The firm employs a mix of fundamental and technical analysis in its investment selections and manages approximately $106 million for about 30 clients, with a significant portion of assets overseen on a non-discretionary basis.

David Mendels is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience, currently serving as the sole advisor at DBM Planning, LLC. He has held roles at Creative Financial Concepts since 2002 and has been adjunct faculty at New York University since 2005. DBM Planning, LLC is an independent advisory firm providing investment management and comprehensive financial planning to individual, high-net-worth, and retirement plan clients. The firm emphasizes long-term financial planning and asset allocation with primarily non-discretionary implementation and regular account reviews.

Matthew Hague is a CFP® and holds a Series 65 license, with nine years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with Guide Wealth Management, LLC since 2015. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in a tax preparation and representation business that operates seasonally. Guide Wealth Management serves individual and high-net-worth clients, businesses, trusts, and retirement plans by providing wealth management, investment management, and comprehensive financial planning. The firm combines passive portfolio construction with fundamental and cyclical analysis, and integrates tax-managed investing and derivative strategies, supported by an affiliated tax services company.

Mark Phillips is the sole advisor at Harvested Financial, LLC, an independent firm based in Redding, CT. He holds a Series 65 designation and has 18 years of industry experience, including 14 years at Group One Trading, LP before founding Harvested Financial in 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a general partner and director for Harvested Digital Asset Management, overseeing administrative duties related to the fund's wind down. Harvested Financial provides discretionary portfolio management and consulting services to individual, registered investment advisor, and institutional clients. The firm combines quantitative analysis and asset allocation with active trading strategies, including options and digital asset management, and offers a subscription analytics product called “TheTape.”

Peter Salzman is the sole advisor at Salzman Financial Management LLC in Bethel, CT, holding a Series 65 designation with 21 years of industry experience. He has managed Salzman Financial Management since 2004 and has been active in the financial advisory field since 1997. Salzman Financial Management provides investment advisory services to individual and high-net-worth investors, as well as profit-sharing plans, focusing on portfolio management through mutual fund selection and assistance with account paperwork. The firm emphasizes diversified, passive mutual fund investments, monthly account monitoring, and quarterly performance reporting, managing approximately $44.4 million in client assets.

Joseph Bencivenga is the sole advisor at Madison Money Management, Inc., an independent firm where he has worked since 1999. He holds a Series 65 designation and has four years of industry experience as a financial advisor. Prior to this role, he has over 40 years of public accounting experience, including an inactive CPA credential. Madison Money Management provides discretionary portfolio management to individual investors and irrevocable family trusts, managing approximately $10 million for four clients. The firm employs a dual-analysis approach that combines fundamental and technical research in a bottoms-up process, emphasizing minimal trading and tactical cash placements.

Maureen Whelan is a CFP® professional with 4 years of industry experience, operating under her firm M.A. Whelan Financial Planning since 2006. The firm provides financial planning and investment management primarily to individuals and families approaching or in retirement, along with income tax return preparation for some clients. M.A. Whelan Financial Planning emphasizes asset allocation and low investment costs, offering both one-time Retirement Review engagements and ongoing portfolio management using mutual funds, ETFs, and other securities. The firm uses a flat annual advisory fee model and integrates tax considerations and third-party research into its recommendations.

Antonia Clearwaters is a CFP® professional with 15 years of industry experience. She has been the sole advisor at Clarity Investments + Planning LLC since 2008. Clarity Investments + Planning LLC provides discretionary investment management and comprehensive financial planning to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and corporate entities, including pension and profit-sharing plans. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes asset allocation, diversification, and cost minimization, primarily using mutual funds, ETFs, and passive equity vehicles, and is notable for its client mix that includes both individual and corporate clients.

Kevin Shine is the principal advisor at Shine Financial Services, LLC, an independent firm based in Brookfield, CT. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 18 years of industry experience, having founded Shine Financial Services in 2007. Shine Financial Services provides investment advisory and consulting services to individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and pooled investment vehicles. The firm employs a combination of fundamental and technical analysis, utilizing both long-term and short-term trading techniques, including short sales, options, and margin, tailored to client objectives. Its direct management of a private pooled fund and use of performance-based fee arrangements distinguish it from many independent advisors of similar size.

Collecting coins, saving money in a piggy bank, questioning the cost of every single item, calculating investment returns, watching Maria Bartiromo on CNBC. This about sums up my childhood. Plus basketball..can't leave out basketball. Beautiful Westchester County, NY is the place I have been proud to call home for pretty much my entire life. I have been with my amazing wife Karen since freshman year in high school. 9th Grade! Yes, that is correct...since I am 14 years old. Some things in life are destined to be and for us, we both knew it right away. Having a soulmate is a real thing and I was lucky enough to find mine at a very young age. We have three beautiful and active (aka difficult) children that keep us on our toes ;) I always knew my life would be spent working in the Investing/Financial Markets profession. It is what I was born to do, but it was not a straight easy ride that led me to this point. There were a lot of highs and lows, a lot of leaps of faith, a lot of following our dreams, and a lot of uncertainty. We are the type of people that go for it in life. No regrets. We often choose the road less traveled...and that has made all the difference. I have a passion for helping people figure out their finances. I truly enjoy it. Not all people are wired to deal with personal finances, but the truth is it is super important to living a happy life. I want to find a way to help people that struggle with all this stuff. I did not start this business to only help people that are already well off. Offering education, YouTube videos, blogs, individual coaching, group coaching, on-line classes, and being a trusted fiduciary advisor is my vision for the School of Personal Finance. I don't have it all figured out yet, but I am on my way! I believe the coaching/financial planning piece is much more important than the actual managing of investment accounts for a majority of people. Yes, having the correct asset allocation and matching your risk profile is very important, but with the creation of low-cost index funds and the advances in technology, the need for a portfolio manager is becoming a thing of the past. But you know what will continue to be here forever? The need for personal financial advice, education, and guidance that is easily available and affordable for everyone. Please visit Richard's blog here: https://www.schoolofpersonalfinance.com/blog

Richard Stallone is a financial advisor with RAS Capital Services, Inc. in Wilton, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial Services since 2005 and has operated RAS Capital Services since 2009. RAS Capital Services provides portfolio management and investment supervisory services to individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on customized Investment Policy Statements. The firm employs a combination of charting, fundamental, and technical analysis across long-term, short-term, and trading strategies, managing client accounts on a non-discretionary basis with active trading and a broad investment approach.

Paul Mccarthy is a CFA® charterholder and the sole advisor at Kisco Capital, LLC, an independent firm based in Mount Kisco, NY. He has 10 years of industry experience and has been with Kisco Capital since 2013. Kisco Capital provides portfolio management and investment advisory services to individual and high-net-worth clients, using a written Investment Policy Statement to align with client goals, tax considerations, and risk tolerance. The firm employs various analytical methods and trading strategies, offers discretionary portfolio management, and distributes a no-fee market-update newsletter several times monthly.

William Harrison is a financial advisor at Sirmium Capital, LLC with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has prior work experience at CrossCountry Consulting and Deutsche Bank, where he currently serves as a Vice President in a project management role unrelated to investment advisory. Sirmium Capital is a fee-only registered investment adviser serving individual investors and nonprofit organizations with discretionary portfolio management and customized asset allocation. The firm employs fundamental and cyclical analysis across various asset classes and offers performance-based fee arrangements and regular market updates through a monthly newsletter.

Melissa Adams is a CFP® with 29 years of experience in the financial industry. She is the principal advisor at Achieve Retirement & Wealth Management, LLC, an independent firm she joined in 2025. Her prior experience includes roles at Merit Financial Partners LLC and Prudential Annuities Distributors. Outside of her advisory work, she is a co-owner of a family rental property with her husband. Achieve Retirement & Wealth Management provides comprehensive portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals as well as institutional and business clients. The firm employs a diverse investment approach combining fundamental, technical, quantitative, cyclical, and qualitative analysis, and serves a range of clients including pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Leo Mc Grath is the principal of McGrath WealthCare, LLC, an independent advisory firm based in Brewster, NY. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 4 years of experience in financial advisory services. In addition to his advisory role, Mr. Mc Grath is also a practicing lawyer through his affiliated law practice, McGrath Law. McGrath WealthCare serves individual and high-net-worth clients by providing ongoing portfolio management on a co-advisory basis through third-party managers. The firm focuses on mutual funds and ETFs, using a combination of fundamental analysis and modern portfolio theory, and operates non-discretionarily while preparing documented Investment Policy Statements tailored to each client.

Vincent Dagnese is a financial advisor at Westchester Wealth Management based in South Salem, NY, holding a Series 66 designation. Details about prior firms or additional career background were not provided. Westchester Wealth Management serves a range of clients including individual investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, and corporations. The firm emphasizes a multi-bucket investment approach focused on capital preservation and proactive risk management, utilizing discretionary model portfolios primarily made up of ETFs and mutual funds.

Paul Padovani is the sole advisor at Padovani Asset Management in Somers, NY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 14 years of industry experience. He also owns MGPC Agency, a licensed insurance agency, and works as a mortgage loan officer at Warshaw Capital. Padovani has held roles at MetLife Securities Inc. since 2012 and has been involved with both MGPC Agency and Warshaw Capital since 2018 and 2014, respectively. Padovani Asset Management is a registered investment adviser providing discretionary portfolio management and written financial planning services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and other entities. The firm employs an individualized investment process utilizing fundamental, technical, cyclical, and charting analysis, offering a broad range of security types and continuous account monitoring with formal annual reviews.