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Samuel S

Series 63, Series 66

White Bear, MN

Greenup Wealth

Sam Schuette is a seasoned wealth advisor with over two decades of experience helping individuals and families plan for financial security and life milestones. As Vice President and Wealth Advisor at GreenUp Wealth Management, Sam works with clients to develop financial strategies tailored to their goals — including retirement planning, investment guidance, and overall wealth management.  Before joining GreenUp, Sam spent more than a decade at Scottrade, Inc., where he built strong client relationships and led teams of investment professionals. He also served in financial advisory and wealth planning roles at several other firms, bringing a depth of practical experience across markets, financial planning disciplines, and client service.  Sam holds a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture & Food Business Management with a focus in Finance from the University of Minnesota. Outside of work, he enjoys time with his family, outdoor activities, and community engagement.

Wealth management General retirement planning Income planning General tax planning General estate planning guidance Retired Executive Founder/Business Owner Self-Employed Consultant Approaching retirement Retired Established Professionals Gen X (Born 1965-1980) Baby Boomers (Born 1946-1964)

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Christopher M

Series 63, Series 65

Chester, VT

Ox Lux Advisory LLC

Christopher Mason is associated with OX Lux Advisory LLC and holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. The firm provides advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth individuals, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning and ongoing portfolio management. OX Lux uses modern portfolio theory, quantitative and technical analysis, and employs various strategies including trading, margin, and options, with a focus on tailored client plans and regular account monitoring.

Options & derivatives strategies Concentrated stock management Passive / index investing
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Tyson F

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Manchester Center, VT

Equinox Financial Advisors, Inc.

Tyson Fielding is a CFP® professional with eight years of industry experience, currently serving as the sole advisor at Equinox Financial Advisors, Inc. He has worked at Equinox since 2012 and is also involved with T&E Fielding Corp. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Treasurer of Main Street Hockey Club, Inc. and is a board member of the Mt. Laurel Foundation. Equinox Financial Advisors provides wealth management, investment management, financial planning, and in-house tax preparation services to individuals, trusts, estates, businesses, nonprofits, and charitable organizations. The firm builds customized, primarily long-term portfolios using low-cost, diversified mutual funds and ETFs, supplemented by individual securities when appropriate, and manages approximately $95.5 million for over 300 clients.

Wealth management Active portfolio management Tax-loss harvesting Real estate investing
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Hudsen H

CFP®, Series 65

Chester, VT

AFS Wealth Management LLC

Hudsen Hagland is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with four years of industry experience. He currently leads AFS Wealth Management LLC, an independent advisory firm, and has prior experience at SHP Wealth Management, LLC and Fisher Financial Advisors, LLC. He also held a position at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth from 2015 to 2020. AFS Wealth Management LLC is a single-advisor firm managing approximately $30.7 million for about 44 clients. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management and financial consulting tailored to individual client objectives, employing a combination of modern portfolio theory and technical analysis methods.

Wealth management Passive / index investing Real estate investing
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Kevin T

Series 63, Series 66

Manchester Center, VT

HWC Financial

Kevin Theissen is a financial advisor at HWC Financial with 15 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at HWC Financial since 2018, following a seven-year tenure at Skygate Financial Group. In addition to his advisory role, he is a licensed insurance agent. HWC Financial provides discretionary investment management and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth clients, managing approximately $52 million across about 100 accounts. The firm employs a fundamentally driven, value-oriented investment approach with a multi-year horizon and integrates tax and insurance considerations into its planning.

Wealth management Real estate investing
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Zachary L

Series 66

Manchester Center, VT

HWC Financial

Zachary Levine is a financial advisor at HWC Financial with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at LPL Financial LLC, Mirras, Jacoby, Levine & Hatgistavrou Inc., Ganer + Ganer PLLC, and Mazars LLP. Outside of advisory work, he is involved with Cope Americas, LLC, an online selling platform. HWC Financial provides discretionary investment management and financial planning to individual and high-net-worth clients, managing approximately $52 million across about 100 accounts. The firm employs a fundamentally driven, value-oriented approach, constructing portfolios across major asset classes with discretion to rebalance or hold positions based on tax, valuation, or client-specific considerations.

Wealth management Real estate investing
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Daniel H

Series 65

Manchester, VT

Hutner Capital Management Inc.

Daniel Hutner Jr. is a financial advisor with Hutner Capital Management Inc. in Manchester, VT, holding a Series 65 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has been involved with Hutner Capital Management since 2008 and has longstanding roles with the Quechee Alpine Ski Club, Inc. and Burr and Burton Academy. Hutner Capital Management, Inc. provides discretionary investment management to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and pension and profit sharing plans, primarily serving individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm emphasizes fundamental, microeconomic analysis and long-term capital preservation, while employing a range of investment strategies including private pooled investment partnerships and limited use of hedging and derivatives.

Income planning Active portfolio management
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Brian V

CFA®

Manchester, VT

Manchester Capital Management LLC

Brian Vogel is a CFA® charterholder with 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Manchester Capital Management LLC since 2009. Manchester Capital Management provides advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth families, family offices, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, family office services, private real estate acquisition and management, and manages a series of private limited partnerships, emphasizing strategic asset allocation and a vetted selection of third-party managers.

Private / alternative investments Real estate investing Concentrated stock management Charitable giving & philanthropy Business Financial Management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Griffin S

CFP®, Series 65

Manchester, VT

Manchester Capital Management LLC

Griffin Sivret is a financial advisor at Manchester Capital Management LLC with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation and Series 65 license and has been with Manchester Capital Management since 2012. Manchester Capital Management provides advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth families, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm’s investment process centers on customized Investment Policy Statements and strategic asset allocation, managing portfolios through a vetted list of third-party managers and offering private fund management, family office services, and private real estate development.

Private / alternative investments Real estate investing Concentrated stock management Charitable giving & philanthropy Business Financial Management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Shawn H

Series 66

Manchester Center, VT

Bay Colony Advisors

Shawn Harrington is a financial advisor at Bay Colony Advisors with 20 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He joined Bay Colony Advisors in 2016 after a brief tenure at Hagin Investment Management. Outside of his advisory role, Harrington serves as a curator for the Manchester Historical Society in Vermont. Bay Colony Advisors serves individuals, high-net-worth families, and institutional retirement plans with portfolio management, financial planning, retirement-plan consulting, and family-office services. The firm employs a long-term, fundamentally driven investment approach using diversified mutual funds and ETFs alongside individual equities, fixed income, and alternative investments.

Private / alternative investments Concentrated stock management Annuities Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Edward C

Series 63, Series 65

Manchester, VT

Manchester Capital Management LLC

Edward Cronin Jr. is a financial advisor with Manchester Capital Management LLC in Manchester, VT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Manchester Capital Management since 1993 and also serves with the Equinox Conservative Fund, L.P. since 1992. Manchester Capital Management provides advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth families, family offices, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, family office services, private real estate acquisition and asset management, and manages multiple private limited partnerships, employing a strategic asset allocation approach and ongoing portfolio monitoring.

Private / alternative investments Real estate investing Concentrated stock management Charitable giving & philanthropy Business Financial Management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Bartholomew E

CFP®, CFA®, Series 63, Series 66

Manchester, VT

Manchester Capital Management LLC

Bartholomew Earley is a CFP® and CFA® with 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Manchester Capital Management LLC since 2007. Manchester Capital Management provides advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth families, family office entities, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, family office services, private real estate acquisition and asset management, and acts as investment adviser and Managing General Partner for a series of private limited partnerships, with an investment process focused on strategic asset allocation and ongoing portfolio monitoring.

Private / alternative investments Real estate investing Concentrated stock management Charitable giving & philanthropy Business Financial Management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Cynthia R

Series 65

Manchester, VT

Manchester Capital Management LLC

Cynthia Rozelle is a financial advisor at Manchester Capital Management LLC with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Manchester Capital Management since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she is the owner of Transport Jakyla LLC, a trucking business. Manchester Capital Management provides advisory services to individuals, families, pension plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and related entities. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, family office services, private real estate acquisition and asset management, and manages a series of private limited partnerships, emphasizing strategic asset allocation and ongoing portfolio monitoring.

Private / alternative investments Real estate investing Concentrated stock management Charitable giving & philanthropy Business Financial Management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Michael A

Series 63, Series 65

Townshend, VT

Archer Investment Corporation

Michael Adrian III is a financial advisor at Archer Investment Corporation with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Archer since 2019. Prior to this, he spent over two decades at H.D. Vest Advisory Services and H.D. Vest Investment Services. Adrian is also a member of the Board of Directors for the Leland & Gray Education Foundation and is involved in tax preparation and accounting through Adrian & Adrian, LLC. Archer Investment Corporation provides investment advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, pension plans, and investment companies. The firm manages approximately $900 million using both discretionary and model-based strategies, focusing on diversified portfolios that include equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, and options.

Active portfolio management Options & derivatives strategies
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James M

CFP®, Series 63, Series 66

East Dorset, VT

Wealthcare Capital Management LLC

James Mirenda is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional with 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Wealthcare Capital Management LLC since 2012. Wealthcare Capital Management LLC is an SEC-registered multi-team advisor managing approximately $3.03 billion for individual and high-net-worth clients, trusts, retirement plans, foundations, and other entities. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan advisory, and access to alternative and precious-metal solutions, utilizing model portfolios primarily composed of mutual funds and ETFs supplemented by alternative investments and specialty platforms.

Private / alternative investments ESG / Sustainable investing Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner
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Melvin M

Series 63, Series 65

Manchester Center, VT

Money Concepts Capital Corp

Melvin Mills Jr. is a financial advisor with Money Concepts Capital Corp, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Money Concepts Capital Corp since 2010 and also owns Mills Watch Repair, a watch repair business he has operated since 2007. Additionally, he serves as a board member of the Master Registered Financial Consultant Board. Money Concepts Advisory Service provides portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services to a broad range of clients, including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and corporations. The firm employs a variety of managed programs and combines fundamental and technical analysis with modern portfolio theory to manage approximately $3.33 billion across 14,700 clients.

Annuities College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Cash flow / budgeting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Retirement income strategy Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive
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A. Nicholas S

Series 66

Manchester Center, VT

Private Advisor Group, LLC

A. Nicholas Strom Olsen is a financial advisor with Private Advisor Group, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Private Advisor Group and LPL Financial since 2015. Olsen also serves as a notary in Vergennes, Vermont. Private Advisor Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing over $41 billion for more than 135,000 client relationships, including individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporate and retirement plan clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party asset management programs, employing a range of investment strategies and supporting held-away account management through technology partnerships.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Jennifer K

Series 63, Series 65

Weston, VT

Kestra Advisory

Jennifer Kane is an advisor at Kestra Advisory with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Greenwich Associates and Hawkshaw, LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she is president of Green Mountain Media Group LLC, a local publishing business. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to plan sponsors and a diverse range of institutional and individual clients. The firm offers fiduciary consulting, plan-level investment advice, employee education, and access to multiple management platforms and third-party managed solutions.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Gary L

Series 63, Series 65

Weston, VT

Raymond James Financial

Gary Len is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 1999 and with Raymond James Financial since 2009. Prior to that, he worked at Wayne Savings Financial Services Group from 2008 to 2016. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and municipal entities. The firm provides financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, with a distinctive focus on advisory and implementation support rather than discretionary management.

General retirement planning Business succession planning Cash flow / budgeting Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Robert E

Series 66

Manchester Center, VT

OSAIC

Robert Esposito is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth, Inc. with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms, including Securities America Advisors, Inc. and Securities Service Network, Inc. Additionally, he owns a personal income tax preparation and bookkeeping business. Osaic Wealth, Inc. is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and FINRA member broker-dealer serving a diverse client base that includes individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs and employs a comprehensive investment process that integrates risk tolerance assessments, asset allocation software, and portfolio optimization tools.

Annuities Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired
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John J

Series 63, Series 66

Manchester Center, VT

Merrill

John Jacobi is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over 30 years of experience assisting individuals, families, and business owners with financial decisions. His areas of expertise include comprehensive wealth management and investment strategy, retirement planning, executive compensation and equity planning, small business 401(k) plans and fiduciary guidance, tax-efficient strategies, and sustainable investing. John holds multiple professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered SRI Counselor (CSRIC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned a Bachelor's degree from the University of Vermont and a Master's degree in Finance from Boston College. In addition to his professional work, John is active in his community. He serves as President of the Board for Habitat for Humanity of Bennington County and coaches youth sports in Bridgewater. He is also involved with the Magic Mountain Alpine Club. Outside of work, John enjoys skiing, golfing, fishing, hiking, and spending time with his family.

Wealth management Retirement income strategy Concentrated stock management Founder/Business Owner Mid-Career Professionals
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Caralee K

Series 66

Manchester Center, VT

Merrill

Caralee Kennedy is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, based near the Manchester Center office in Vermont. Since joining Merrill in 2019 as a Client Associate in Saratoga Springs, she returned to her home state in 2020 to advance her career. Caralee provides guidance to executives managing concentrated stock positions or navigating significant life transitions such as retirement, inheritance, or business sales. She also offers access to Bank of America Private Bank’s trust, estate planning, credit, lending, and banking services, working collaboratively with clients' attorneys, accountants, and other professional advisors to coordinate comprehensive financial and legacy plans. Caralee holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree from Southern New Hampshire University and carries the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. She serves as Secretary of the Board for the Rutland Vermont NAACP and volunteers with several community organizations, including Burr and Burton Academy, JDRF, Meals on Wheels, Mettawee Community School, Spartan Race, and Tough Mudder. Caralee enjoys hiking, travel, fitness, and spending time with her family. She is originally from Southern Vermont and is active in local efforts to educate students in subjects such as science and finance.

Concentrated stock management Business exit / sale strategy General estate planning guidance Executive Founder/Business Owner Mid-Career Professionals HENRY (High Earners, Not Rich Yet)
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Theodore A

Series 66

East Dorset, VT

Ameriprise

Theodore Andres is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Burlington, VT, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he volunteered as a tax preparer and reviewer for low-income Vermonters through the Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity. He also works seasonally as a bartender at weddings in Manchester, VT. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research and modeling with tax-efficient strategies and offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies.

Retirement income strategy Income planning Social Security optimization Retirement withdrawal strategies Approaching retirement
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Jeremiah E

Series 63, Series 65

Manchester Center, VT

STIFEL

Jeremiah Evarts is a financial advisor at Stifel with 39 years of industry experience. He has held his current position at Stifel Nicolaus & Co. Inc. since 2009. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach utilizes proprietary methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group, employing forward-looking capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling to inform asset allocation and financial planning.

General retirement planning Income planning
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James C

Series 63, Series 65

Manchester Center, VT

Cetera

James Coleman is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. He previously worked with the Connecticut State Teachers Retirement Board and Darien Public Schools. Outside of his advisory role, Coleman is the owner of an educational tutoring and college advising business and serves as Membership and Marketing Director for the International Skiing History Association. Cetera Investment Advisers serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and retirement plans through a large network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, fiduciary, and retirement plan services, combining advisor-managed accounts with firm-sponsored model portfolios and third-party solutions.

Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Charitable giving & philanthropy Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired HENRY (High Earners, Not Rich Yet) Approaching retirement
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Cody C

Series 66

Manchester Village, VT

Raymond James Financial

Cody Crossman is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. with three years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at several Raymond James entities since 2021. Prior to his advisory roles, he was employed at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center and Langway Chevrolet Volkswagen. Outside of advising, Crossman works as a sales assistant at Watershed Wealth Management and Traver Gardner Group. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, and institutional entities. The firm emphasizes non-discretionary financial planning and investment consulting, offering tailored recommendations supported by extensive research and a broad affiliate network.

General retirement planning Business succession planning Cash flow / budgeting Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Carl C

Series 63, Series 65

Manchester Center, VT

Merrill

Carl Cascella is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on helping clients develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their individual goals and adapting to changing market conditions. Carl provides clients with access to investment insights from Merrill, along with banking and lending solutions through Bank of America. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) designation and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Carl earned his Bachelor's Degree from Harvard University. In addition to his professional work, he is committed to community involvement and volunteers with local organizations.

Wealth management Executive Founder/Business Owner Mid-Career Professionals HENRY (High Earners, Not Rich Yet)
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Adam I

Series 63, Series 65

Manchester Center, VT

Merrill

Adam Ihasz is a Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor based in Manchester, Vermont. He has over 30 years of experience in finance, starting his career at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Forest Hills, New York. Adam’s professional background includes roles as an Investment Advisor, Institutional Trader, Portfolio Manager, and Chairman and CEO of his family-run investment advisory business. His expertise spans asset management, institutional sales trading, and alternative asset management focused on selecting disciplined hedge fund strategies uncorrelated to underlying markets. Throughout his career, Adam has worked with a range of clients, including some of the largest hedge funds, providing trading ideas and strategies centered on technical analysis, event-driven opportunities, and special situations. He holds several FINRA registrations, including Series 7, 24, 31, 53, 55, and 65, as well as the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) designation. Adam's education includes coursework at Long Island University. Adam lives in Danby, Vermont, with his wife Ronda and their two daughters. He maintains a fitness-oriented lifestyle and has competed in amateur bodybuilding competitions. He is also actively involved in the local community, reflecting the Merrill tradition of service. His client focus areas include family wealth management, retirement planning, college education planning, and socially responsible investing.

Private / alternative investments Active portfolio management Wealth management ESG / Sustainable investing Charitable giving & philanthropy Financial Professional Parents Values-based investing SRI/ESG (Socially Responsible Investing/Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance)
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Robert M

Series 63, Series 65

South Londonderry, VT

Merrill

Robert Mangiacotti is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He serves affluent families, retirees, professionals, and business owners, providing strategic guidance in financial planning, investment management, and private banking services. His approach emphasizes managing risk and creating personalized financial plans aligned with clients' life priorities and goals. Mangiacotti has earned an MBA in Finance from the University of Maryland and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Brown University. His professional credentials include Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He works with clients across various focus areas including college education planning, executive compensation, and retirement planning. In addition to his financial advisory work, Mangiacotti is active in ski racing as an official and Technical Delegate of the United States Ski Association. He is also involved with the Vermont Alpine Racing Association. He speaks both Italian and English and has a background as a varsity football player during his time at Brown University.

Wealth management Retirement income strategy Income planning Retirement withdrawal strategies Business ownership considerations Founder/Business Owner Executive Mid-Career Professionals HENRY (High Earners, Not Rich Yet)
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Lawrence R

Series 63

Stratton, VT

Cetera

Lawrence Raff is a financial advisor at Cetera with 42 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has previously worked at Raff Financial Services, Inc. and Penn Equities Inc. Raff is also a licensed insurance agent, selling life, health, disability, annuities, and long-term care products. Cetera Investment Advisers serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and retirement plans through a large network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of investment management and fiduciary services, combining advisor-managed accounts, model portfolios, and third-party solutions with retirement and institutional capabilities.

Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Charitable giving & philanthropy Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired HENRY (High Earners, Not Rich Yet) Approaching retirement
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William H

Series 63, Series 66

Manchester Center, VT

STIFEL

William Hadden III is a financial advisor at Stifel with 43 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Stifel Nicolaus since 2008. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach incorporates a proprietary methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group, using forward-looking capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling to provide guidance on asset allocation, retirement, insurance, and estate planning.

General retirement planning Income planning
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Adam W

Series 63, Series 66

Manchester Center, VT

Merrill

Adam Walsh is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings over 30 years of experience on Wall Street, starting his career as an institutional equities trader at Bankers Trust. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch in 2003, Adam practiced as a securities and antitrust attorney for six years. Since transitioning from law to wealth management, he has worked closely with clients and their estate planning attorneys to navigate the complexities of estate planning. Adam holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Catholic University, graduating magna cum laude, and earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Connecticut School of Law. He is certified as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and holds the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® designation, among other credentials. Adam focuses on assessing clients' risk tolerance, time horizon, liquidity needs, and investment goals to develop strategies for high net-worth families and small businesses. In addition to his financial career, Adam serves as a Commander in the United States Navy Reserves and is a decorated veteran of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. He and his wife split their time between their homes in Newport, Rhode Island, and Londonderry, Vermont. Adam is also a member of the advisory board for Sail Newport.

Wealth management Retirement income strategy General estate planning guidance Charitable giving & philanthropy Divorce financial planning Financial Professional Mid-Career Professionals HENRY (High Earners, Not Rich Yet)
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Douglas J. C

Series 63, Series 65

Manchester, VT

Ameriprise

Douglas J. Calnan is a financial advisor with Ameriprise based in Manchester, VT, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. His prior roles include eight years at UBS Financial Services and four years with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. before joining Ameriprise in 2020. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing detailed written recommendations on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary advice primarily for clients maintaining accounts within Ameriprise.

Retirement income strategy Income planning Social Security optimization Retirement withdrawal strategies Approaching retirement
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Rhonda L

Series 66

Manchester Center, VT

Merrill

Rhonda Lathrop is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she collaborates with clients to develop personalized strategies that reflect their financial goals and values. She specializes in a range of areas including college education planning, family wealth management strategies, LGBT wealth planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, socially responsible and ESG investing, women and wealth, sports and entertainment, and retirement income. With a bachelor's degree from Boston College, Rhonda holds several professional designations including Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Her extensive experience includes entrepreneurship and technology leadership, which informs her advisory approach. Rhonda works primarily with clients across Boston, New York, Florida, and New England, focusing on affluent families, entrepreneurs, and corporate executives. Outside of her professional role, Rhonda is involved in community organizations such as the Okemo Valley Women's Club, Catamount Trail Organization, Stratton Mountain School Race Crew, BC Alumni Vermont Chapter, and the BART Adaptive Program. Her personal interests include gardening, golfing, skiing, spending time with family, and tennis.

Wealth management ESG / Sustainable investing Retirement income strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Executive Founder/Business Owner Technology Professional Women Professionals LGBTQIA Mid-Career Professionals
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Christopher S

Series 63, Series 65

Weston, VT

Merrill

Christopher Smiles is a Senior Financial Advisor and founder of The Smiles Group, a family office-style investment team within Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining the firm in 1984, he has over 40 years of experience assisting clients with complex financial decisions. He leads a team focused on providing high-touch, relationship-driven service, working closely with each client’s legal and tax advisors to develop and implement fully integrated investment strategies. His expertise includes creating customized solutions for entrepreneurs, executives, and high-net-worth families nationwide, with areas of focus such as corporate executive services, executive compensation, family wealth management, retirement planning, philanthropic planning, and tax minimization. Mr. Smiles holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC) designations. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Bates College. He resides in Weston, Vermont with his wife and their three dogs. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys biking, fishing, hiking, skiing, and yoga. Christopher is also involved in community events including Nantucket Race Week’s Rainbow Parade.

Wealth management Family Business Retirement income strategy Charitable giving & philanthropy Executive Mid-Career Professionals HENRY (High Earners, Not Rich Yet)
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Steven S

CFP®, Series 66

Grafton, VT

Raymond James & Associates

Steven Schmitt is a CFP® with 24 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates since 2022. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. He is also an author working on a book titled "Capitalizing on Climates," expected to be published in early 2026. Raymond James & Associates offers financial planning and investment consulting through its Wealth Advisory Services Program to a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and government clients. The firm provides tailored financial plans and investment recommendations, serving both retail and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs.

General retirement planning Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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Peter C

Series 66

Manchester Center, VT

Merrill

Peter Christenson is a financial advisor at Merrill with over five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2020. Prior to his current roles, he held positions at Mountain Top Inn and Resort, Woodstock Inn and Resort, The Foundry Restaurant, and Killington Mountain Resort. Merrill serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients by offering managed account programs, discretionary portfolio management, and brokerage services. The firm’s investment management includes multiple program strategies and manager-constructed offerings, supported by its integration with Bank of America affiliates and a focus on tax-efficient implementation.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Executive Founder/Business Owner Mid-Career Professionals HENRY (High Earners, Not Rich Yet)
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Brian V

Series 66

Manchester Village, VT

Raymond James Financial

Brian Vargo is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has worked with multiple Raymond James entities since 2015 and is also the owner of Walloomsac Property Partners LLC, a farm focused on wildlife restoration and habitat management. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and institutional entities. The firm emphasizes non-discretionary financial planning and investment consulting, providing tailored recommendations supported by extensive research and a broad affiliate network.

General retirement planning Business succession planning Cash flow / budgeting Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Michael G

Series 66

Manchester Village, VT

Raymond James Financial

Michael Gardner is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and over 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms including Watershed Wealth Management and Traver Gardner Investment Group. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the Glastenbury Zoning Board and is a partner in an agricultural business focused on crop planting, harvesting, and land conservation. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base ranging from individual investors to institutional entities, providing financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting. The firm emphasizes advisory and implementation-support roles, utilizing asset-allocation analysis and firm research to tailor investment recommendations.

General retirement planning Business succession planning Cash flow / budgeting Founder/Business Owner Retired
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