Hi, I’m Amir Noor—a fee-only financial advisor who specializes in helping high-net-worth clients navigate complex financial and tax planning. As a Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®), an Enrolled Agent (EA), and Chartered Retirement Plan Specialist™ (CRPS™), I bring a varied lens to your finances: strategic, goal-oriented planning and expert-level tax guidance. I don’t accept commissions, product sales kickbacks, or referral fees—just clear, objective advice that puts your best interests first. My origin story begins on Long Island, where I was raised in an immigrant household defined by entrepreneurial highs and devastating lows. My father, a risk-taking entrepreneur, passed away while I was still in high school. Overnight, I found myself managing our family’s finances and hustling to support us—building websites and offering tech support to local businesses before I was old enough to vote. At 19, I got licensed as an insurance agent and began my journey in financial services. (No, I no longer sell products.) I started college as a computer science major but graduated from SUNY Stony Brook with a finance degree after realizing where I could have the greatest impact. My early entry into the field means I’ve now worked in financial services for nearly two decades—while still in my thirties. That experience spans a broad range of clients, from 22 to 70+, across professions like law, medicine, finance, and entrepreneurship. I’m fluent in their language and the challenges they face, from correcting mismanaged 401(k)s to addressing underinsured households to navigating unexpected windfalls and offshore asset transfers. Clients often tell me I “get it”—because I’ve lived it. I know what it’s like to be the first line of financial defense for your family or your business. And I know how overwhelming it can feel when you're not sure who to trust. That’s why I built my practice around transparency, technical expertise, and deep empathy. Today, I live in Huntington, Long Island, with my growing family. I continue to work closely with attorneys, medical professionals, and small business owners—helping them gain clarity, reduce risk, and build lasting wealth. Let’s talk. And if you have a great restaurant recommendation, we’ll get along just fine.

Laura I. Rotter, CFA, CFP is the founder of True Abundance Advisors, a fee-only financial life planning firm. Laura runs a unique firm built on the belief that true abundance comes when we create meaning with our money. Her meetings are a safe space for her clients to explore what they value and what gives them a sense of meaning and purpose. Together, they develop and implement a plan that broadens the concept of “investing” beyond financial assets to another scarce resource: time. Laura had a successful career on Wall Street, managing money for institutional investors, including Citicorp and Para Advisors. Her definition of abundance shifted, and she realized that she was using her life to make money, rather than using her money to make a life. She is drawn to work with others navigating a big life transition, and who are seeking purpose in their lives.

I educate and empower international families and single women for financial success in a non-judgemental and personal way. I founded GreenLife Advisors in 2018 to transform the typical financial advising relationship into one that genuinely serves clients with non-judgemental and personalized experiences tailored to each client's unique needs and goals. Our focus is helping families—many are first-generation Americans or recent immigrants—get organized and set up for long-term financial success. My clients come from widely diverse backgrounds. I also welcome LGBTQ+ clients and provide a welcoming environment. I respect and value each family. Everything we do, from our services to operations to outreach, ladders up to this purpose. What inspires me most is the personalized experience we've created. While my degrees in business and finance allow me to handle the analytical details, my real passion is spending time with clients and guiding them toward the future they envision. I am uniquely positioned to help you and your family through both my personal experiences and the knowledge gained from working directly with families like yours. I also understand working parents' time demands and needs, having been one myself for years. I’m a mother of two teenagers, one of whom is part of the LGBTQ+ community. I hold the credentials and have the education to help: * Certified Financial Planner™ professional. * Chartered Financial Analyst designation. * Masters of Business, University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Concentration in Finance. * Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Political Science, University of Rochester. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to get started. Once again, welcome!

I’m Gabriel Kaplan, CFP®, CPA, and founder of Wealth Habits, a firm dedicated to providing integrated financial planning and investment management. I work with individuals who value their time and need tailored financial advice. I help simplify decisions, optimize strategies, and provide clear guidance to help clients reach their financial goals. Specialized Services: 1. Financial Planning for Tech Professionals with Equity Compensation: Equity compensation can be complex. I help tech professionals and founders optimize their ISOs, NQSOs, RSUs, and other equity awards through personalized strategies. Together, we’ll create a tax-efficient plan for divesting, diversifying, and growing your wealth. 2. Advisory Services for Business Owners: From setting up retirement plans to navigating tax-saving opportunities, I provide tailored advice for business owners. My services also include risk management and business transition planning to help you protect and grow your enterprise. 3. Retirement Planning & Investment Management: Preparing for retirement requires clarity and strategy. I help clients determine how much to save, where to invest, and how to build a tax-efficient portfolio. My approach suits: those unsure about how to save or invest for retirement. Individuals who find investing emotionally challenging. Busy professionals seeking low-cost, effective investment strategies. No minimum level of assets is required to work with me. Common Questions I Help Answer: How many ISOs can I exercise before hitting AMT? What should I prioritize saving, investing, or paying off debt? What are the tax consequences of major financial decisions? How much can I afford to spend on a home without affecting other goals? About Me: I was born in Sweden, raised in South America, and settled in NYC after working internationally. My wife is a neurologist, and we are raising our family while pursuing our careers. Before starting Wealth Habits, I worked in asset management, tax, and consulting. Education & Credentials: CFP®, CPA, MBA from NYU Stern, Master’s in Business Taxation (USC), BSE from the University of Pennsylvania My Beliefs: Financial advice should never be one-size-fits-all. As a fee-only advisor, I always put my clients’ interests first.

Narumi Yoshida is the Founder & CEO of Yoshida Wealth Management, Inc. He is a CPA and specializes in Financial & Tax Advisory for Japanese Business Owners and Investors in the US. Mr. Yoshida was born and raised in Shizuoka, Japan. At age 19, he moved to New York in pursuit of his educational and professional goals. He is a first-generation immigrant himself, so he understands what challenges and difficulties people face by moving from one country to another. Mr. Yoshida’s unique professional and educational backgrounds give him the ability to work with clients closely and develop the most effective tax and financial strategies for them. Mr. Yoshida worked as a Financial Advisor for a prominent financial advisory firm in New York City. After gaining valuable experience at the firm, he eventually decided to go out on his own to launch Yoshida Wealth Management, Inc., Independent RIA, to work with clients he felt needed the most help and could add the most value to their situations. Good financial advice must meet a fiduciary standard and be free of conflicts of interest. Therefore, he believes (1) Fee-Only, (2) Fiduciary and (3) Independent are the three most important criteria to consider when choosing a Financial Planner. In addition to Yoshida Wealth Management, Inc., he owns and runs a successful CPA firm based in New York where he and his team provide tax return preparation and business accounting services. Mr. Yoshida focuses on helping Japanese Business Owners and Investors in the US. He utilizes the newest AI/technologies to operate at the highest efficiency level, so he can focuses on what he enjoys the most – working with clients! Outside of work, he enjoys traveling around the world with his wife, Nicole, staying active, reading books and eating Japanese food! (Fun Fact: Narumi used to be a dancer)!

I specialize in working with growing families, career changers, mid-to-late career professionals, therapists, private and group practitioners and the self-employed, enabling them to thrive financially so they can focus on other life goals. I've taken my years of experience working for myself and deep knowledge of the financial space to build a process to help clients align their finances or business with their goals, family and future at the forefront. With the ability to work with families, professionals, therapists and the self-employed across the country, I listen, guide and encourage clients to unlock the value of their business and their finances. This builds better life-balance, wealth, and success, while your own goals, patients or client experiences flourish. This is done through a series of analyses, that includes: • Cash Flow Management • Goal Development • Ongoing Tax Optimization • Tax Filing • Investment Strategy or Management • Wealth and Risk Management • Financial Independence or Retirement Planning • Succession Planning I'm a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and Enrolled Agent with a Master’s in Business and Economic Reporting from New York University and a certificate of Financial Planning from Boston University. I work out of United Financial Planning Group, based in Hauppauge, NY while I live in Huntington, NY with my wife, two kids and one small dog. You will often find me discussing movies or basketball when not delving into someone’s financial picture or serving as a jungle gym for my children.

Ronald Dragotta is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he specializes in retirement benefit consulting and personalized wealth management strategies. With over 27 years of industry experience, he adopts a goals-based approach to help clients pursue their long-term financial objectives by utilizing professional asset managers and investment platforms. Ronald focuses on Merrill's 401(k) Retirement Plan platform and provides services to local communities and organizations. He works closely with a team within his office and leverages the resources of Bank of America and Merrill Lynch Wealth Management to deliver active and dedicated service. His areas of expertise include corporate benefits, divorce transition planning, employee benefits planning, employee financial health, personal retirement planning, and individual and corporate investment strategy. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Hofstra University and professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Outside of work, Ronald spends time with his wife Linda, an elementary school teacher, and their two daughters, Catherine and Caroline. They enjoy outdoor activities such as running, hiking, and kayaking on the Long Island Sound. Ronald is also involved in volunteering with community organizations.

Anthony Carpentieri is a Private Wealth Advisor with Merrill Private Wealth Management and a managing partner of the Erdmann, Giannetti, Brookfield, Carpentieri Group. He specializes in providing customized wealth management strategies and advice to senior executives, entrepreneurs, and families facing significant life events or transitions. His approach integrates multiple disciplines, including investment management, wealth transfer, credit, philanthropy, and family office services. He is recognized for his expertise in helping clients with concentrated wealth implement investment advisory and estate planning strategies to preserve wealth across generations while enhancing diversification. Anthony began his career at Merrill in 2007. He earned both a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance, Business Economics, and Legal Studies, as well as a Master of Business Administration in Management, from Iona College. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC™) designation, the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®) certification, and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. Anthony has been recognized on Forbes’ “America’s Top Next Generation Wealth Advisors” list from 2017 to 2023 and was part of the Erdmann, Giannetti, Brookfield, Carpentieri Group ranked among Barron’s “Top 50 Private Wealth Management Teams.” In addition to his professional pursuits, Anthony serves on the Board of Trustees for the Iona University Alumni Association. He also participates as a leading member of the Knights of Columbus and volunteers at the Community Cooperative Nursery School. His personal interests include basketball, boating, reading, writing, and spending time with his family.

John Horner is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over 35 years of experience in the securities, investment management, and banking industries, with a background that includes extensive executive and relationship management roles both domestically and internationally. His expertise encompasses corporate executive services, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, LGBT wealth planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, special needs planning strategies, as well as sports and entertainment and retirement income planning. John holds a Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service with a focus on International Economics from the Georgetown University School of Foreign Service. He is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is fluent in both Spanish and English. In addition to his professional responsibilities, John serves his community as Commissioner of the New Canaan Fire Department and participates in various organizations such as the New Canaan Fire Company No. 1, Trout Unlimited, and the National Sporting Clays Association. He is also involved with the Darien Chamber of Commerce and the Fairfield County Fish & Game Protective Association. Outside of his professional and community commitments, John has personal interests in baseball, fishing, golfing, hunting, soccer, and traveling.

Robert Cappiello is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he provides guidance to clients on managing their investment portfolios and financial planning. He holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), which reflects his expertise in advising individuals on personal investment strategies. Robert earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Connecticut. This combination of education and professional designation supports his work in helping clients meet their financial goals through tailored wealth management solutions.