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.

George Silvester is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving as a member of the Boston Executive Services Team since 2017. He works primarily with founders, executives, and key associates at both privately held and publicly traded companies, focusing on the intricacies of equity ownership and equity compensation. George's approach begins with understanding what is most important to his clients and assessing their current position relative to their goals, ultimately developing customized financial strategies that align with their evolving life needs, resources, and aspirations. George began his career at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management as a Summer Analyst in 2016, where he developed an understanding of the client-advisor relationship and the collaborative pursuit of clients’ life goals. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Management with a concentration in Finance from Tulane University’s A.B. Freeman School of Business. Additionally, George has earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation awarded by the College for Financial Planning, as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of his professional work, George’s personal interests include biking, bowling, chess, cooking, golfing, hiking, and reading.

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.

Shannon Smith is a Wealth Management Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, she collaborates with Wealth Management Advisors to understand clients' unique service and financial planning needs and assists them in working towards their personal financial goals. Shannon's career at Fidelity Investments began in 2018 as a Customer Relationship Advocate. She progressed through several roles including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, and Planning Consultant before assuming her current position in 2024. This progression reflects her experience in client relationship management and financial planning. No additional information about Shannon's education, credentials, personal interests, or community involvement has been provided.

Jonathan Johnson is a Senior Vice President and Senior Financial Advisor in the Farmington Merrill Lynch Wealth Management office. He specializes in family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Jonathan works directly with clients through personal consultations to set quantifiable goals and develop long-term financial strategies. With more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, including over 27 years at Merrill Lynch, Jonathan has established expertise supported by his Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. He earned a bachelor's degree from Central Connecticut State University and a master's degree in finance from the University of Connecticut. Jonathan has been a member of the Connecticut State Teachers Retirement Board since 2007 and has served on the board of Amy’s Angels, a nonprofit organization providing assistance to individuals and families dealing with serious illness or injury, since 2015. His personal interests include golfing, hiking, photography, racquetball, reading, tennis, and traveling.

Denise Yuu is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She focuses on helping clients develop personalized wealth management strategies that align with their full financial picture and evolving market conditions. Denise provides access to Merrill's investment insights alongside the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America to support clients in pursuing their financial goals. Denise holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Master's Degree from Columbia Business School as well as a Bachelor's Degree from Simmons College. She follows Merrill’s tradition of community involvement by volunteering with local organizations. Her approach centers on connecting all aspects of a client’s financial life to prioritize and pursue the goals that matter most.

Jaime Petricca is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position held since 2024. Jaime has more than a decade of experience in the financial services industry, working in partnership with clients to create customized financial plans aligned with their goals. Jaime focuses on delivering thoughtful strategies, clear guidance, and confidence through personalized financial planning. Jaime's professional experience includes roles at several notable financial institutions. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Jaime served as Vice President at Goldman Sachs from 2022 to 2024. Other previous roles include Senior Sales Associate at Allspring Global Investments (2020-2022), Associate Regional Director at Wells Fargo Asset Management (2017-2020), Regional Consultant at Congress Asset Management (2015-2017), and Retirement Sales Associate at Putnam Investments (2014-2015).