Focus

John provides a personalized wealth planning process for clients seeking independent, objective and unbiased advice to help clients build, manage, 
preserve and transition their wealth.  

Background and experience 

For nearly three decades John has provided investment oversight and counsel to individuals and families throughout the United States. John insists 
on working closely with his clients on a regular basis to help them maximize the benefits of the financial markets. He develops customized financial strategies designed to meet near and long-term financial needs.

John began his finance career at Merrill Lynch in 1987 in New York City. After a decade of managing wealth, he created The Alliance Group with John DeLuca in the mid 90’s. The practice transitioned to Wells Fargo Advisors in 2013. 

John has been recognized as a Wells Fargo Advisors Platinum Council Advisor (2015-present), The Platinum Council distinction is held by a select group of Financial Advisors within Wells Fargo Advisors as measured by one or more of the following: completion of educational components, business production from the previous year, and professionalism. Additional consideration may have included best practices and team structure. 

John attended University of Maryland in the field of Finance. In addition, John maintains the General Securities Representative Series 7 registration as well as holds insurance licenses in numerous states for life, accident and health insurance. 

Away from the office

John resides on Long Island, NY with his wife and daughter. Away from the office, he enjoys boating, skiing and many other outdoor activities.

Focus

John is dedicated to helping individuals meet their financial needs by developing investment plans around their long-term goals and risk tolerance. 

Background and experience

For over three decades John has helped clients address their financial concerns and develop strategies by focusing on each individual’s specific needs. With extensive experience throughout major shifts in the markets, John helps his clients structure balanced portfolios to address their specific financial goals.

John began his career at Smith Barney in 1995 where he developed his fundamental investment knowledge. He created The Alliance Group with John Fabris at Morgan Stanley in 2003, later transitioning to Wells Fargo Advisors in 2013, to take a team approach in providing personalized financial advice for individuals and families with a solutions based approach.  

John has been recognized as Platinum Council Advisor (2015-2025), The Platinum Council distinction is held by a select group of Financial Advisors within Wells Fargo Advisors as measured by completion of educational components, business production from the past year and professionalism. Additional consideration may have included best practices and team structure. 

John holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Hartford and studied at the University of London with a focus on Economics. In addition, John maintains the General Securities Representative Series 7 registration as well as holds insurance licenses in numerous states for life, accident and health insurance. 

Away from the office

John resides on Long Island, NY with his family. Away from the office, he enjoys traveling, playing golf and spending time with his wife and three daughters.

Focus

Kathleen provides comprehensive investment planning. She does this by engaging clients in thoughtful conversations to identify and work with you to help achieve your goals.

Background and experience

Kathleen began her career on the trading floor at Prudential Securities, a predecessor firm of Wells Fargo Advisors.  She partnered with financial advisors in helping clients address their financial concerns and develop strategies by focusing on each individual’s specific needs.  With extensive experience working in various product areas throughout much of her career, Kathleen has dedicated her career to delivering the personalized investment planning services her clients deserve.

Kathleen joined Wells Fargo Advisors in 2013 and in 2018 as a Financial Advisor in Garden City, NY.

In January 2025 she joined the Alliance Group with Financial Advisors John DeLuca and John Fabris. Our team is supported by two assistants, Senior Registered Client Associate, Daisy Karika and Senior Client Associate, Colleen Collier.

She utilizes E-Money as a tool to provide clients with a plan to live their best life possible. Once goals, risk tolerance and investment objectives are identified, the appropriate advisory platform is recommended to our clients. Kathleen has her FINRA Series 7, 66 as well as her Life, Accident and Health Insurance licenses. She provides personalized financial advice for certain individuals and families.

Kathleen grew up on Long Island in Smithtown, NY.    She earned her Bachelor of Business Administration degree at St. Bonaventure University.  After college, she settled in Manhattan and now lives in Brooklyn with her family.

Away from the office

Kathleen spends her free time with her husband, Karl, and sons, Kris 13 and Ryan 6 years old.  They enjoy swimming at Breezy Point or taking walks in Marine Park. She especially enjoys jogging, swimming, skiing, and biking, and she successfully completed 5k’s and one 10k.

Background and Experience

Daisy, a Registered Client Associate, began her career in the industry in 1996 at Morgan Stanley starting in the back office and operations & working her way to the assistant operations manager. She then joined the Alliance Group in 2003 at Morgan Stanley and transitioned with the team in 2013 to Wells Fargo Advisors. Having been with the Alliance Group for the past 17 years, she has a deep understanding of the level & quality of service our clients expect always keeping their needs in the forefront.

Daisy was recognized as a Platinum Advisor Council Client Associate in 2025. The Wells Fargo Advisors Platinum Council Client Associate distinction held by a select group of Registered Client Associates within Wells Fargo Advisors nominated by their management for their consistent display of professionalism, integrity and core leadership values.
Daisy holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from St. John’s University. In addition, she holds her FINRA Series 7 & 63 registrations as well as life insurance licenses in multiple states.

Away from the office

Daisy resides in St. James NY with her husband and 3 children. Away from the office she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and outdoor activities.