Investment Advisory Services, Financial Planning, Wealth Management and Retirement Plan Services in the Tri-State Area of New York, Connecticut and New Jersey
Beacon Pointe is a Tri-State area (New York, Connecticut and New Jersey) based wealth advisor and is one of the largest Registered Investment Advisor firms (RIAs) in the nation working with institutions, defined contribution plans, individuals and families. Our team of investment advisors and financial planners in the Tri-State area focuses on full service financial planning and research driven investments.
Our fiduciary responsibility to clients and our holistic allWEALTH® approach addresses all aspects of your financial well-being including but not limited to wealth and retirement planning, estate and tax strategy planning, insurance reviews and risk assessments, charitable giving and education planning, values-based (SRI/ESG) investing, life transition support for divorcées and widows, financial planning for business owners and multi-generational family wealth and legacy planning.
We look forward to connecting with you virtually or at our New Jersey office to see how best we can assist you with your investment portfolio and financial planning needs.
Meet the New York, Connecticut and New Jersey (Tri-State Area) Financial Advisor Team
Amanda Mancini
Client Service Associate
Amanda is an Associate Wealth Advisor and is responsible for partnering with advisors to provide customized solutions to help clients meet their financial goals and to ensure clients receive a personalized wealth management experience. Among her duties are investment strategy implementation, portfolio performance reporting, asset allocation modeling and client servicing. Prior to joining Beacon Pointe, Amanda worked as a Project Manager for Benjamin Moore in Montvale, New Jersey. Amanda earned a bachelor’s in Business Administration with a Concentration in Marketing from Ramapo College of New Jersey. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, reading, and creating digital art.
Andy Roberts, CFP®
Senior Associate Wealth Advisor
Andy is a Senior Associate Wealth Advisor and is responsible for working with advisors to develop, execute, and maintain a financial plan for each individual client. Prior to joining the Beacon Pointe, he was a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments in New York City. Andy earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Dayton and holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation. Outside of the office, Andy enjoys going to the movies, trying new things and performs improv in NYC.
Anne Moisan
Associate, Office Management
Anne is the office manager for the Beacon Pointe New Jersey office. In addition to managing the office, Anne works closely with the wealth advisors in providing support to our clients, as well marketing support and project management as needed. Prior to joining Beacon Pointe, she worked as an office manager and assistant producer at a TV commercial studio creating AS SEEN ON TV ads. She has also worked and volunteered at several non-profits in her community. Anne graduated from Fordham University and currently resides in northern New Jersey with her husband and three daughters. In her free time, Anne enjoys skiing in the winter, hiking in the summer and is currently trying to learn how to play golf.
Annemarie Jablonski
Director of Operations
Annemarie serves as the Director of Operations for the Beacon Pointe Tri-State office. She is responsible for overseeing day-to-day firm operations, implementing policy and procedures, and works closely with the client service team to provide an exceptional client experience. Previously, Annemarie worked as a Client Service Representative at an independent wealth management firm. Annemarie earned her B.S. in Business Management from William Paterson University. She currently resides in Morris County and enjoys hiking as well as spending time at the beach.
Callie Renner, CDFA®, CFP®
Wealth Advisor
Callie is responsible for partnering with Beacon Pointe’s investment and financial planning teams to deliver the firm’s clients a personalized wealth management experience. Her primary responsibilities include analyzing client financial pictures and preparing analyses and recommendations. Previously, Callie was an Economic Research Associate at a registered investment advisory firm in northern New Jersey, where she provided macroeconomic research to clients and traded in investment portfolios. Callie is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and earned her B.A. in Economics with a minor in Global Business from Mount Holyoke College, graduating Magna Cum Laude. Callie resides in San Diego, CA and enjoys hiking, snowboarding, and spending time with her family.
Delia Oldak, CFP®
Senior Associate Wealth Advisor
Delia is a Senior Associate Wealth Advisor and is responsible for partnering with advisors to provide customized and comprehensive financial plans. Prior to joining Beacon Pointe, Delia worked as a financial consultant at Fidelity Investments in Manhattan. Delia earned a Bachelor of Business Administration, with a concentration in Finance from the Loyola University of Maryland and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. She currently resides in Battery Park City, New York, and enjoys spending time with friends and family.
Donald J. Hertling, CFP®, MST
Partner, Managing Director
Don has more than two decades of experience in wealth management. In his role as Partner and Managing Director of the Beacon Pointe New Jersey office, Don is a driving force for innovation, process and growth. In his other capacities, Don develops, implements and monitors financial planning strategies for clients and oversees the office’s compliance processes. Don takes great pride in his team’s ability to provide an exceptional experience to each and every client. Previously, Don spent nine years at a regional wealth advisory firm where he led the financial planning department. Don earned his Master’s in Taxation from Fairleigh Dickenson University and his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Rider University. He also holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) designation. Don is a past Board Member of the New Jersey Institute of Certified Financial Planners and the New Jersey Financial Planning Association. Don resides in Morganville, NJ with his wife Tara and two children.
Jonathan Savorgiannakis, CFP®
Senior Associate Wealth Advisor
Jon is an Associate Wealth Advisor and is responsible for partnering with advisors to provide customized solutions to help clients meet their financial goals and to ensure clients receive a personalized wealth management experience. Prior to joining Beacon Pointe, Jon worked as a financial consultant at Equitable Advisors in Morristown, New Jersey. Jon earned a Bachelor of Science with a major in Finance and a minor in Economics from Fordham University’s Gabelli School of Business, and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. He currently resides in Westfield, New Jersey and enjoys spending time with friends and family, snowboarding, and watching the New York Mets and Liverpool Football Club.
Jordan Heller, CFA, CFP®, CPA
Partner, Managing Director
Joseph Pecoraro, CFP®
Wealth Advisor
Joseph Pecoraro serves as a Wealth Advisor with Beacon Pointe. With nearly a decade of experience, Joseph helps clients achieve their personal financial goals by custom tailoring financial solutions. Joseph specializes in creating a comprehensive financial plan to help clients visualize how their investments, insurance, estate plan, taxes, income and expenses all play a part to financial success. Prior to joining Beacon Pointe, Joseph worked for a nationally recognized Registered Investment Advisor. Joseph graduated from Seton Hall University and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. When not at work, Joseph and his wife can be found trying new restaurants, traveling, relaxing on the beach or cheering on the Seton Hall basketball team.
Melissa Gerckens, CFP®
Wealth Advisor
Mel brings over six years of experience in the financial services industry and is responsible for partnering with Beacon Pointe’s investment and financial planning teams to deliver the firm’s clients a personalized wealth management experience. Her primary responsibilities include analyzing client financial pictures and preparing analyses and recommendations. Previously, Mel worked as a Financial Planning Analyst at an independent wealth management firm. Mel is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and holds her NJ Life and Accident & Health licenses. She earned a B.S. in Business Administration from the Sigmund Weis School of Business at Susquehanna University. Mel currently resides in Cranford, NJ with her wife and son, and their Shiba Inu, Nala. She enjoys hosting events at their home, hiking, cooking, and taking trips to her family’s lake house in the Pocono Mountains.
Michael Whittemore, CFA
Senior Strategic Investment Advisor
Michael brings over 18 years of industry experience and provides customized investment solutions that help clients meet their financial goals. Previously, Michael spent two years with U.S. Trust serving as Portfolio Oversight Director where he led a team of portfolio managers responsible for the oversight and enforcement of fiduciary policy. Prior to U.S. Trust, Michael spent 11 years working with two independent Registered Investment Advisors. Michael earned his B.A. in Economics from Rutgers University and holds the CFA Charterholder designation. Michael resides in Monmouth County, NJ with his wife and two kids and enjoys travelling, golf and football, including passionately following his beloved New England Patriots.
Paul Valdes
Regional Director
As a Beacon Pointe Regional Director, Paul coordinates and leads business development efforts across Beacon Pointe’s referral networks and is primarily responsible for building and maintaining relationships with financial consultants and regional leaders at Beacon Pointe’s custodial referral partners in the Tri-State and New England areas. With over twenty-five years of industry experience, Paul has worked in various wealth management and financial advisory roles at firms that include Nuveen Investments, Principal Financial Group, Pacific Life and Evergreen Investments. Paul earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration at Fordham University. He currently resides in Westchester County, NY with his wife and three children.
Meet the New York, Connecticut and New Jersey (Tri-State Area) Financial Advisor Team
Amanda Mancini
Client Service Associate
Amanda is an Associate Wealth Advisor and is responsible for partnering with advisors to provide customized solutions to help clients meet their financial goals and to ensure clients receive a personalized wealth management experience. Among her duties are investment strategy implementation, portfolio performance reporting, asset allocation modeling and client servicing. Prior to joining Beacon Pointe, Amanda worked as a Project Manager for Benjamin Moore in Montvale, New Jersey. Amanda earned a bachelor’s in Business Administration with a Concentration in Marketing from Ramapo College of New Jersey. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, reading, and creating digital art.
Andy Roberts, CFP®
Senior Associate Wealth Advisor
Andy is a Senior Associate Wealth Advisor and is responsible for working with advisors to develop, execute, and maintain a financial plan for each individual client. Prior to joining the Beacon Pointe, he was a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments in New York City. Andy earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Dayton and holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation. Outside of the office, Andy enjoys going to the movies, trying new things and performs improv in NYC.
Anne Moisan
Associate, Office Management
Anne is the office manager for the Beacon Pointe New Jersey office. In addition to managing the office, Anne works closely with the wealth advisors in providing support to our clients, as well marketing support and project management as needed. Prior to joining Beacon Pointe, she worked as an office manager and assistant producer at a TV commercial studio creating AS SEEN ON TV ads. She has also worked and volunteered at several non-profits in her community. Anne graduated from Fordham University and currently resides in northern New Jersey with her husband and three daughters. In her free time, Anne enjoys skiing in the winter, hiking in the summer and is currently trying to learn how to play golf.
Annemarie Jablonski
Director of Operations
Annemarie serves as the Director of Operations for the Beacon Pointe Tri-State office. She is responsible for overseeing day-to-day firm operations, implementing policy and procedures, and works closely with the client service team to provide an exceptional client experience. Previously, Annemarie worked as a Client Service Representative at an independent wealth management firm. Annemarie earned her B.S. in Business Management from William Paterson University. She currently resides in Morris County and enjoys hiking as well as spending time at the beach.
Callie Renner, CDFA®, CFP®
Wealth Advisor
Callie is responsible for partnering with Beacon Pointe’s investment and financial planning teams to deliver the firm’s clients a personalized wealth management experience. Her primary responsibilities include analyzing client financial pictures and preparing analyses and recommendations. Previously, Callie was an Economic Research Associate at a registered investment advisory firm in northern New Jersey, where she provided macroeconomic research to clients and traded in investment portfolios. Callie is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and earned her B.A. in Economics with a minor in Global Business from Mount Holyoke College, graduating Magna Cum Laude. Callie resides in San Diego, CA and enjoys hiking, snowboarding, and spending time with her family.
Delia Oldak, CFP®
Senior Associate Wealth Advisor
Delia is a Senior Associate Wealth Advisor and is responsible for partnering with advisors to provide customized and comprehensive financial plans. Prior to joining Beacon Pointe, Delia worked as a financial consultant at Fidelity Investments in Manhattan. Delia earned a Bachelor of Business Administration, with a concentration in Finance from the Loyola University of Maryland and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. She currently resides in Battery Park City, New York, and enjoys spending time with friends and family.
Donald J. Hertling, CFP®, MST
Partner, Managing Director
Don has more than two decades of experience in wealth management. In his role as Partner and Managing Director of the Beacon Pointe New Jersey office, Don is a driving force for innovation, process and growth. In his other capacities, Don develops, implements and monitors financial planning strategies for clients and oversees the office’s compliance processes. Don takes great pride in his team’s ability to provide an exceptional experience to each and every client. Previously, Don spent nine years at a regional wealth advisory firm where he led the financial planning department. Don earned his Master’s in Taxation from Fairleigh Dickenson University and his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Rider University. He also holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) designation. Don is a past Board Member of the New Jersey Institute of Certified Financial Planners and the New Jersey Financial Planning Association. Don resides in Morganville, NJ with his wife Tara and two children.
Jonathan Savorgiannakis, CFP®
Senior Associate Wealth Advisor
Jon is an Associate Wealth Advisor and is responsible for partnering with advisors to provide customized solutions to help clients meet their financial goals and to ensure clients receive a personalized wealth management experience. Prior to joining Beacon Pointe, Jon worked as a financial consultant at Equitable Advisors in Morristown, New Jersey. Jon earned a Bachelor of Science with a major in Finance and a minor in Economics from Fordham University’s Gabelli School of Business, and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. He currently resides in Westfield, New Jersey and enjoys spending time with friends and family, snowboarding, and watching the New York Mets and Liverpool Football Club.
Jordan Heller, CFA, CFP®, CPA
Partner, Managing Director
Joseph Pecoraro, CFP®
Wealth Advisor
Joseph Pecoraro serves as a Wealth Advisor with Beacon Pointe. With nearly a decade of experience, Joseph helps clients achieve their personal financial goals by custom tailoring financial solutions. Joseph specializes in creating a comprehensive financial plan to help clients visualize how their investments, insurance, estate plan, taxes, income and expenses all play a part to financial success. Prior to joining Beacon Pointe, Joseph worked for a nationally recognized Registered Investment Advisor. Joseph graduated from Seton Hall University and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. When not at work, Joseph and his wife can be found trying new restaurants, traveling, relaxing on the beach or cheering on the Seton Hall basketball team.
Melissa Gerckens, CFP®
Wealth Advisor
Mel brings over six years of experience in the financial services industry and is responsible for partnering with Beacon Pointe’s investment and financial planning teams to deliver the firm’s clients a personalized wealth management experience. Her primary responsibilities include analyzing client financial pictures and preparing analyses and recommendations. Previously, Mel worked as a Financial Planning Analyst at an independent wealth management firm. Mel is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and holds her NJ Life and Accident & Health licenses. She earned a B.S. in Business Administration from the Sigmund Weis School of Business at Susquehanna University. Mel currently resides in Cranford, NJ with her wife and son, and their Shiba Inu, Nala. She enjoys hosting events at their home, hiking, cooking, and taking trips to her family’s lake house in the Pocono Mountains.
Michael Whittemore, CFA
Senior Strategic Investment Advisor
Michael brings over 18 years of industry experience and provides customized investment solutions that help clients meet their financial goals. Previously, Michael spent two years with U.S. Trust serving as Portfolio Oversight Director where he led a team of portfolio managers responsible for the oversight and enforcement of fiduciary policy. Prior to U.S. Trust, Michael spent 11 years working with two independent Registered Investment Advisors. Michael earned his B.A. in Economics from Rutgers University and holds the CFA Charterholder designation. Michael resides in Monmouth County, NJ with his wife and two kids and enjoys travelling, golf and football, including passionately following his beloved New England Patriots.
Paul Valdes
Regional Director
As a Beacon Pointe Regional Director, Paul coordinates and leads business development efforts across Beacon Pointe’s referral networks and is primarily responsible for building and maintaining relationships with financial consultants and regional leaders at Beacon Pointe’s custodial referral partners in the Tri-State and New England areas. With over twenty-five years of industry experience, Paul has worked in various wealth management and financial advisory roles at firms that include Nuveen Investments, Principal Financial Group, Pacific Life and Evergreen Investments. Paul earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration at Fordham University. He currently resides in Westchester County, NY with his wife and three children.
Meet the New York, Connecticut and New Jersey (Tri-State Area) Financial Advisor Team
Amanda Mancini
Client Service Associate
Amanda is an Associate Wealth Advisor and is responsible for partnering with advisors to provide customized solutions to help clients meet their financial goals and to ensure clients receive a personalized wealth management experience. Among her duties are investment strategy implementation, portfolio performance reporting, asset allocation modeling and client servicing. Prior to joining Beacon Pointe, Amanda worked as a Project Manager for Benjamin Moore in Montvale, New Jersey. Amanda earned a bachelor’s in Business Administration with a Concentration in Marketing from Ramapo College of New Jersey. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, reading, and creating digital art.
Andy Roberts, CFP®
Senior Associate Wealth Advisor
Andy is a Senior Associate Wealth Advisor and is responsible for working with advisors to develop, execute, and maintain a financial plan for each individual client. Prior to joining the Beacon Pointe, he was a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments in New York City. Andy earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Dayton and holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation. Outside of the office, Andy enjoys going to the movies, trying new things and performs improv in NYC.
Anne Moisan
Associate, Office Management
Anne is the office manager for the Beacon Pointe New Jersey office. In addition to managing the office, Anne works closely with the wealth advisors in providing support to our clients, as well marketing support and project management as needed. Prior to joining Beacon Pointe, she worked as an office manager and assistant producer at a TV commercial studio creating AS SEEN ON TV ads. She has also worked and volunteered at several non-profits in her community. Anne graduated from Fordham University and currently resides in northern New Jersey with her husband and three daughters. In her free time, Anne enjoys skiing in the winter, hiking in the summer and is currently trying to learn how to play golf.
Annemarie Jablonski
Director of Operations
Annemarie serves as the Director of Operations for the Beacon Pointe Tri-State office. She is responsible for overseeing day-to-day firm operations, implementing policy and procedures, and works closely with the client service team to provide an exceptional client experience. Previously, Annemarie worked as a Client Service Representative at an independent wealth management firm. Annemarie earned her B.S. in Business Management from William Paterson University. She currently resides in Morris County and enjoys hiking as well as spending time at the beach.
Callie Renner, CDFA®, CFP®
Wealth Advisor
Callie is responsible for partnering with Beacon Pointe’s investment and financial planning teams to deliver the firm’s clients a personalized wealth management experience. Her primary responsibilities include analyzing client financial pictures and preparing analyses and recommendations. Previously, Callie was an Economic Research Associate at a registered investment advisory firm in northern New Jersey, where she provided macroeconomic research to clients and traded in investment portfolios. Callie is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and earned her B.A. in Economics with a minor in Global Business from Mount Holyoke College, graduating Magna Cum Laude. Callie resides in San Diego, CA and enjoys hiking, snowboarding, and spending time with her family.
Delia Oldak, CFP®
Senior Associate Wealth Advisor
Delia is a Senior Associate Wealth Advisor and is responsible for partnering with advisors to provide customized and comprehensive financial plans. Prior to joining Beacon Pointe, Delia worked as a financial consultant at Fidelity Investments in Manhattan. Delia earned a Bachelor of Business Administration, with a concentration in Finance from the Loyola University of Maryland and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. She currently resides in Battery Park City, New York, and enjoys spending time with friends and family.
Donald J. Hertling, CFP®, MST
Partner, Managing Director
Don has more than two decades of experience in wealth management. In his role as Partner and Managing Director of the Beacon Pointe New Jersey office, Don is a driving force for innovation, process and growth. In his other capacities, Don develops, implements and monitors financial planning strategies for clients and oversees the office’s compliance processes. Don takes great pride in his team’s ability to provide an exceptional experience to each and every client. Previously, Don spent nine years at a regional wealth advisory firm where he led the financial planning department. Don earned his Master’s in Taxation from Fairleigh Dickenson University and his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Rider University. He also holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) designation. Don is a past Board Member of the New Jersey Institute of Certified Financial Planners and the New Jersey Financial Planning Association. Don resides in Morganville, NJ with his wife Tara and two children.
Jonathan Savorgiannakis, CFP®
Senior Associate Wealth Advisor
Jon is an Associate Wealth Advisor and is responsible for partnering with advisors to provide customized solutions to help clients meet their financial goals and to ensure clients receive a personalized wealth management experience. Prior to joining Beacon Pointe, Jon worked as a financial consultant at Equitable Advisors in Morristown, New Jersey. Jon earned a Bachelor of Science with a major in Finance and a minor in Economics from Fordham University’s Gabelli School of Business, and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. He currently resides in Westfield, New Jersey and enjoys spending time with friends and family, snowboarding, and watching the New York Mets and Liverpool Football Club.
Jordan Heller, CFA, CFP®, CPA
Partner, Managing Director
Joseph Pecoraro, CFP®
Wealth Advisor
Joseph Pecoraro serves as a Wealth Advisor with Beacon Pointe. With nearly a decade of experience, Joseph helps clients achieve their personal financial goals by custom tailoring financial solutions. Joseph specializes in creating a comprehensive financial plan to help clients visualize how their investments, insurance, estate plan, taxes, income and expenses all play a part to financial success. Prior to joining Beacon Pointe, Joseph worked for a nationally recognized Registered Investment Advisor. Joseph graduated from Seton Hall University and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. When not at work, Joseph and his wife can be found trying new restaurants, traveling, relaxing on the beach or cheering on the Seton Hall basketball team.
Melissa Gerckens, CFP®
Wealth Advisor
Mel brings over six years of experience in the financial services industry and is responsible for partnering with Beacon Pointe’s investment and financial planning teams to deliver the firm’s clients a personalized wealth management experience. Her primary responsibilities include analyzing client financial pictures and preparing analyses and recommendations. Previously, Mel worked as a Financial Planning Analyst at an independent wealth management firm. Mel is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and holds her NJ Life and Accident & Health licenses. She earned a B.S. in Business Administration from the Sigmund Weis School of Business at Susquehanna University. Mel currently resides in Cranford, NJ with her wife and son, and their Shiba Inu, Nala. She enjoys hosting events at their home, hiking, cooking, and taking trips to her family’s lake house in the Pocono Mountains.
Michael Whittemore, CFA
Senior Strategic Investment Advisor
Michael brings over 18 years of industry experience and provides customized investment solutions that help clients meet their financial goals. Previously, Michael spent two years with U.S. Trust serving as Portfolio Oversight Director where he led a team of portfolio managers responsible for the oversight and enforcement of fiduciary policy. Prior to U.S. Trust, Michael spent 11 years working with two independent Registered Investment Advisors. Michael earned his B.A. in Economics from Rutgers University and holds the CFA Charterholder designation. Michael resides in Monmouth County, NJ with his wife and two kids and enjoys travelling, golf and football, including passionately following his beloved New England Patriots.
Paul Valdes
Regional Director
As a Beacon Pointe Regional Director, Paul coordinates and leads business development efforts across Beacon Pointe’s referral networks and is primarily responsible for building and maintaining relationships with financial consultants and regional leaders at Beacon Pointe’s custodial referral partners in the Tri-State and New England areas. With over twenty-five years of industry experience, Paul has worked in various wealth management and financial advisory roles at firms that include Nuveen Investments, Principal Financial Group, Pacific Life and Evergreen Investments. Paul earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration at Fordham University. He currently resides in Westchester County, NY with his wife and three children.
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