Our Team
A Long-Term Approach
Every member of the Arkhitekton team takes the time to understand your needs, explain different options, and earn your trust in order to find the solutions that best suit you. This allows us to develop a meaningful, integrated strategy designed to provide a solid foundation to your long-term financial future.
A Team Built Around Your Needs
Our clients run the gamut, from entrepreneurs to business owners, engineers to pharmaceutical executives, pre-retirees to retirees, and many more. They’re experts at what they do, and they’re smart enough to know what they don’t know, especially when it comes to finances. One thing we all know is you can’t fix a broken retirement at age 75. So we’re here to help you organize, strategize, and optimize your financial game plan.
Joseph P. Silvestri
CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, CLTC
Wealth Advisor
It is extremely important to Joe that you understand the value of preparing now for your financial future. He offers educational services that can help you make informed decisions in choosing the appropriate products and services to meet your goals. Additionally, he provides retirement needs and portfolio analyses.
Joe began his career at New England Financial Group in 1987, after graduating from Boston University with a bachelor of science degree in finance. Today, Joe is a frequent lecturer of financial literacy and has extensive experience helping families with financial planning, including those with special needs.
Joe is committed to helping his local community through charitable support. He has served on the board of directors of the Monmouth Mental Health Association as well as a past president of the MHA Foundation. He is also the co-creator and primary instructor for Money Camp, a program offered each summer at Brookdale Community College focused on financial literacy and success principles for children ages 12–16.
Joe resides in Monmouth County with his wife, Laurie, and their two children.
Antoinette Gega
ChFC®, CASL®
Wealth Advisor
As a financial advisor, Toni works closely with you to assess your needs, provide solutions, and work with you long-term to keep your individual plans and goals on course. She has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry and is committed to helping clients preserve financial security.
Toni resides in Howell and is an avid equestrian who owns and cares for her own horses. She is a mother of two and a grandmother of two.
Charlie Gordon
CFP®, BFA™
Wealth Advisor
Charlie earned his BS in Engineering Science from The College of New Jersey in 2016. He is an active member of the New Jersey Financial Planning Association. His goal is to make his clients' wealth work as efficiently as possible for them to achieve their desired lifestyle.
Charlie currently resides in Fair Haven, New Jersey, with his wife, Sara. When he is not helping individuals and families plan financially, he enjoys pickleball, boating on the Navesink River, and hiking.
Michael Feeney
CFS®
Wealth Advisor
Mike has been in the financial service industry for over 20 years and brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and resources to his clients. He earned his bachelor's degree from Gettysburg College in 2000 with a major in business management and a minor in economics, and holds his CFS (Certified Fund Specialist) designation.
Mike, his wife, Jodi, and their three children live in Manalapan, New Jersey. Having a brother with Down syndrome motivated Mike to get involved with FRA Resources, a group that specializes in working with disabled youths to young adults. Spending time with them is one of the most inspirational and satisfying things he does.
Patrice Rizzo
Wealth Advisor
Patty is an experienced financial advisor specializing in helping families make complex financial decisions. Since entering the industry in 2021, Patty has been committed to making financial planning more accessible by breaking down challenging concepts into clear, actionable strategies. With a natural ability to create a calm and welcoming environment, Patty helps clients feel confident in their financial future- infusing guidance with a touch of humor to make even the most daunting topics approachable.
Patty graduated from Rider University in 2009 with dual degrees in Marketing and Advertising. Patty currently resides in Matawan, NJ with her husband, CJ, and their three children. When not assisting clients or raising her family, Patty can be found reading or practicing yoga. Patty is a proud supporter of the Muscular Dystrophy Association, an organization that holds personal significance in her family.
Laurie Silvestri
Portfolio Analyst
As a portfolio analyst, Laurie's primary focus is on portfolio design and implementation with wealth appreciation, tax efficiencies, and risk management.
Possessing a truly deep passion for the market and investing, she draws on her many years of experience to guide clients through whatever market conditions prevail.
Laurie tracks current and past conditions, and utilizes account monitoring, market research, and investment analysis to ensure clients' allocations and risk objectives stay on track, as well as maintain income strategies.
Linda Frank
Practice Manager
Linda is registered and has been a practice manager with our team since 2004 and has been in financial services for more than 22 years. She provides superior client service and support, maintaining long-term client relationships. She also deftly manages the team and coordinates marketing events and financial planning seminars.
Linda resides in Monmouth County with her husband, Rudy, and has three children and three grandchildren. They are a proud law enforcement and military family. She loves spending time with family, working out, being at the beach, and working on her gardens.
Michelle Coty
Wealth Advisor Assistant
Michelle has been a client service representative with our team since 2013. With experience gained in her 25 years in customer service, she facilitates sales and team marketing. Her exceptional attention to detail, prompt response, and open communication style enable her to provide the highest level of support and service to ensure an outstanding client experience.
Michelle resides in St. Augustine, FL with her husband, Ed, and their two sons. She enjoys baking, gardening, fitness & scenic walks, being involved with her community and spending quality time with her family.
Anissa Pizzio
Wealth Advisor Assistant
Anissa has over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry and became a valued member of our team in 2016. She holds the FINRA Series 6 securities registration and has an uncanny ability to analyze, understand, and adapt to new ideas and challenges while meeting deadlines. She also possesses exemplary organizational skills and extensive computer skills.
Anissa resides in Howell, New Jersey, with her husband, Sean, and enjoys spending time with family and friends in Florida and taking care of her many pets.
Ed Slott's Elite IRA Advisor Group℠
Because we go to the next level to give you the best service, we partner with Ed Slott and Company – the nation's leading source of accurate, timely IRA expertise and analysis to financial advisors, institutions, consumers, and media. Ed Slott's Elite IRA Advisor Group℠ and Master Elite IRA Advisor Group℠ meet twice a year to train and discuss cutting-edge IRA developments, answer retirement savers’ most important questions, and provide practical, applicable, and easy-to-understand information on retirement, tax, and financial planning topics.
Membership in Ed Slott’s Elite IRA Advisor Group℠ means having:
- IRA educational workshops with Ed Slott and his team of IRA Technical Experts
- Access to a wealth of resources ONLY for members of Ed Slott’s Elite IRA Advisor Group
- Immediate updates on the latest changes to IRA tax laws
- 24/7 access to Experts to confer with on complex cases
- A network of the top financial advisors in the country
Wealth Building Cornerstones
Arkhitekton is supported by Wealth Building Cornerstones, providing extensive research and data in the specific area of retirement planning. WBC provides software that calculates detailed retirement estimates based on traditional retirement models. The focus of WBC is to provide clients with an in-depth understanding of how retirement income is created and the trade-offs presented by various income generation programs and models. The goal is to support individuals and families with a simple, easy-to-understand, powerful process that maximizes the use of their money for wealth building and protection.
Let’s Build Something Special
The Arkhitekton team is ready to roll up our sleeves and get to work building you a masterful financial plan.
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