Edward Benecchi

Dave McCary, CFP®, CPWA®, CRI®, MBA, serves doctors, business owners, commercial real estate owners, and ultra-high net worth family members nationwide who want to create family wealth across generations in a tax efficient manner. He is their outsourced CFO and CIO to their CEO. Dave also acts as Investment Advisor to his clients' business retirement plans, sharing their Plan Sponsor ERISA liability for safe investing for them and their employees. His quality retirement plan advising results in a strong employee benefit package that helps clients attract top talent into their businesses. As a former Private Banker for a large NYC commercial bank (now part of JP Morgan), investment officer for a Aetna Life Insurance in Hartford, entrepreneur in commercial real estate serving clients including JP Morgan, Citibank's Alternative Asset Group, Greenwich Capital, and Allied Capital, and co-Founder and lead Advisor to his family's Virtual Family Office since 2001, Dave has the experience and hard-earned wisdom needed to be an effective fee-only fiduciary Advisor to his clients. In his community, Dave is a respected Trustee helping oversee over $100 million for the following groups: 1) University of Hartford Art School; 2) Connecticut Museum of History; 3) Colt Family Bequest; and 4) Episcopal Bishops of Connecticut Endowment. Outside of work, Dave enjoys family time while also pursuing skiing (PSIA Certified ski instructor), photography (www.dwmccary.com), biking (pedal and motorized), golf, and flying small planes. Dave lives in West Hartford with his wife, and together they have three adult children and four grandchildren.

Basia Pietrzak is currently serving as a Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for delivering customer service and supporting her team through coaching, feedback, and recognition. Prior to this, she held several roles at Fidelity Investments including Client Services Team Leader, OBTL, and CRM. Her professional experience also includes positions at Fairbanks Wealth Management as an Account Executive and at Janney Montgomery Scott as a Registered Client Associate and Assistant Branch Manager. Basia's work focuses on leadership, client services, and team development within the financial services sector. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Basia has personal interests that include cooking and baking, fitness, pets, and reading.

David Chapin is the Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity, a role he has held since 2025. In this position, he partners with individuals and their families to co-create financial plans tailored to their unique needs. Prior to this, he worked as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments in 2025. His experience also includes serving as a Senior Wealth Advisor at Citizens Securities from 2023 to 2024 and as a VP Financial Consultant at Charles Schwab from 2017 to 2023. David's professional background encompasses roles focused on wealth planning and financial consulting, reflecting his expertise in developing financial plans that simplify clients' financial lives. Outside of his work, he enjoys camping, family activities, fitness, hiking, and outdoor adventures.

Michael Denucci is a Wealth Management Advisor and managing partner of DeNucci, Crosby and Associates, a wealth management team based in West Hartford, Connecticut. He began his career with Transamerica Asset Management and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 1998. In his role, Michael serves as the lead Portfolio Manager for his team, developing customized investment portfolios with strong risk management parameters. With over 25 years of experience at Merrill, Michael focuses on creating personalized financial strategies that address the needs of multiple generations within families. His areas of expertise include retirement income planning, estate planning strategy, inter-generational wealth transfer, education planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and support for women and wealth. He utilizes the resources available through Merrill to help clients advance their personal, family, and philanthropic objectives. Michael holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) certification awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in 1996. Michael resides in West Hartford with his wife, Corinne, and enjoys biking, chess, golfing, skiing, and table tennis.

Eirini Emmanouilidou is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2025. She joined Fidelity Investments in 2021 and has held several roles including Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. Eirini has experience in helping families navigate financial transitions by developing personalized strategies that align with their goals and values, aiming to provide long-term financial security. Prior to her tenure at Fidelity Investments, she worked at Santander Bank as a Branch Manager and Relationship Banker. Her approach focuses on simplifying financial complexities so clients can concentrate on their priorities.

Hayriye Aslan is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over twenty-one years of experience in the investment and financial services industries. She supports clients by developing personalized financial strategies tailored to their individual goals, drawing upon a holistic approach to wealth management. In her role as a Senior Financial Advisor and Senior Portfolio Advisor, Hayriye assists clients with a range of services including college education planning, family wealth management, retirement planning, tax minimization, and investment strategy, among others. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, Hayriye gained experience in the stock, bond, and repo markets, and has expertise in annuities, life insurance, and consumer banking. She holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Hartford and a Bachelor's degree from Bilkent University. Hayriye has earned professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She is committed to putting her clients’ needs first and continues to expand her knowledge through various training and certification programs. Outside her professional pursuits, Hayriye participates in community volunteer activities. Her personal interests include cooking, interior decorating, music, reading, soccer, and spending time with her family.