Our Team
Not only are we available at your convenience, but Janney has also structured itself to be immediately responsive to clients’ needs—all levels of Janney’s staff are easily accessible, and possess a willingness and enthusiasm to help.
Our mission is to help you to define your financial objectives, and then use that knowledge to develop — together — a plan that is tailored to fit your unique needs and preferences, and is in your best interest. We’re proud to offer comprehensive financial planning resources, providing you access to education, advice, planning, and consultation.
Stephen joins Janney with 28 years of industry experience in helping his clients with financial planning, investment management and estate planning. Before joining Janney, Stephen was a Financial Advisor at Raymond James. Stephen graduated from Fairfield University with a Bachelor of Science in finance. He holds the Chartered Mutual Fund Counselor® (CMFC®) designation. Stephen has also previously been recognized as a Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisor in 2018.
Outside of the office, Stephen enjoys golf, volleyball, basketball, and bowling.
Tami joined Janney Montgomery Scott after spending 13 years at Raymond James. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Bryant University in Smithfield, RI as well as a Master of Business Administration degree in General Business from Western New England University in Springfield, MA.
With a focus in financial planning, retirement planning, portfolio management and education savings strategies, Tami helps clients move forward with confidence toward their goals and aspirations. She enjoys assisting clients develop comprehensive plans to help them pursue their financial goals while providing a high level of personal service tailored to each clients' individual needs. Through responsive service and thoughtful attention to detail, she helps clients navigate the ups and downs of life and the markets.
She holds her Series 7, Series 65 and Insurance licenses as well as the Accredited Asset Management SpecialistSM (AAMS®) and Chartered Retirement Planning CounselorSM (CRPC®) designations.
Tami was born and raised in the Berkshires. She currently lives in Dalton, Massachusetts with her husband Tim and their two children, Kelcey and Addison. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, yoga and spending time with family and friends.
Michael was born and raised in the Berkshires. He earned a bachelor’s degree in finance and a minor in Management from Fairfield University in 2022. His passion for business started at a young age while working in several roles within his families’ local businesses. Feeling strong about his roots, he returned to Berkshire country after graduating from Fairfield.
He joined the Berkshire Wealth Advisors team in 2023. Michael holds his SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 securities registrations.
Michael enjoys spending time with family and friends, fitness, traveling, and volunteering in the community.
Born and raised in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, Christeen began her career in finance at TD Bank. Her duties as a teller earned her a promotion to Head Teller of the West Street branch. She was introduced to the investment side of the business when she joined Berkshire Wealth Advisors and started working alongside Stephen and Tami in 2020. Prior to joining Janney, Christeen served at Raymond James.
In her spare time, Christeen has a love for acting, singing and is an aspiring model. She graduated from Berkshire Community College in Theatre and Fine Arts and loves being on stage and in front of an audience. When she is not working or performing, she enjoys spending time at home with her two golden retrievers, Bella and Sophie, as well as painting or sculpting clay.
We collaborate with other Janney specialists, as needed, who have in-depth experience in specific disciplines. Together, we can assess your unique situation, analyze difference strategies, and develop a plan fit for your unique needs and goals.
Emily is responsible for running Janney’s Financial Planning Software. She provides Janney Financial Advisors and Financial Planners with training and guidance on the planning software, as well as assistance creating and presenting the financial plans.
Emily joined Janney in 2018 while enrolled in Temple University’s Financial Planning Program. Prior to Janney, she worked for Leon Levy & Associates and Northwestern Mutual.
Emily graduated from Temple University with a B.S in Financial Planning & Human Resource Management. She is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Professional and holds the Series 7; Series 66; and Life, Health, Accident & Fixed Annuities Licenses
Greg Drahuschak joined Janney in 1991. He has over 45 years of economic experience and provides daily, weekly, and monthly market commentary, with a particular focus on the equity market, to Janney and our clients.
Prior to joining Janney, he worked as a retail broker with—and eventually transitioned into the research departments of—Butcher & Singer and Wheat First Securities. He was also an instructor at Robert Morris College and the University of Pittsburgh.
Greg has written articles for several newspapers and websites, and has been the featured financial professional on many live radio broadcasts.
He earned his B.A. in fine arts from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania, as well as certificates from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and from the New York Institute of Finance.
Mark Luschini is the Chief Investment Strategist for Janney Montgomery Scott LLC, leading the Investment Strategy Group. In that capacity Mark is responsible for establishing the Firm’s broad outlook relating to conditions in the capital markets and the economy and to develop investment strategies that align with the best interest, goals, and objectives of individual and institutional clients. He also establishes the Firm’s asset allocation models used for portfolio construction and financial planning.
As Chief Investment Strategist, Mark serves as the Janney's investment spokesperson, offering national market commentary and developing asset allocation models and investment strategies. He chairs the investment committee and actively interfaces with both current and prospective clients.
Additionally, Mark directs Janney Capital Management, the Firm’s discretionary investment management division. Under his leadership, Janney Capital Management has delivered competitive investment results across multiple strategies. The total assets under management has grown to more than $4 billion, with nearly $3 billion in traditional equity and fixed income assets, and over $1 billion in various strategic and tactical asset allocation strategies utilizing exchange-traded solutions and mutual funds. Mark served on the Board of Managers for Janney, and currently serves as a Trustee for the Firm’s Pension & Profit Sharing Plan. He is a member of the Janney Wealth Management Department’s Mutual Fund and Alternative Investment Committees.
In Janney Capital Management, Mark chairs the Investment Committee which sets asset class and sector policy and directly participates in managing the equity, fixed income, and asset allocation strategies under its advisory. Mark has spent more than 30 years in the investment industry. He utilizes that experience to speak on topics related to macroeconomics and investment management at seminars and conferences.
His comments and written articles have been circulated in numerous publications ranging from the Wall Street Journal and Barron’s to the New York Times, USA Today, Financial Times, and Money magazine. He has appeared in various media outlets including CNBC, Bloomberg Television, Fox Business News, and CNN.
He has a BA and MBA from Gannon University and holds the Chartered Market Technician (CMT) designation from the Market Technicians Association
Shurdonna serves as Vice President and the Director of Janney's High Net Worth Consulting Group. She provides comprehensive solutions designed to effectively address complex issues to help high net worth individuals and families, business owners, corporate executives, professional athletes, and others meet their goals and objectives.
Most recently, Shurdonna served as Assistant Vice President & Senior Financial Planner, supporting the advanced financial planning efforts for the Firm's Mid-Atlantic region. She also supported Janney’s clients in achieving their financial goals, provided subject matter expertise, and coached Janney's Financial Advisors and their clients through all aspects of financial planning. Together, they formulate comprehensive financial plans outlining estate, trust, and wealth transfer planning, asset protection, retirement, income tax, and charitable planning strategies.
Shurdonna has more than 15 years of progressive experience in the investment management industry. Previously, Shurdonna was a Financial Advisor in Vanguard Personal Advisor Services®, where she provided investment guidance and financial planning services to clients with significant wealth. Shurdonna also served in Vanguard’s Education Savings Group, focusing on 529 plans and college-savings strategies. While at Vanguard, Shurdonna had the opportunity to rotate through several of the firm's departments, including Retirement Plan Services, International, and Retail Investor Group, as part of its Accelerated Leadership Development Program.
Shurdonna earned the Certified Financial PlannerTM designation and holds FINRA Series 7 and 63 licenses.
She received her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Temple University Beasley School of Law and has a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Morgan State University Earl G. Graves School of Business and Management.
Shurdonna is an active leader in her region's nonprofit community. She is a board member and a member of the finance, DEI, and strategic planning committees of Philadelphia's Magic Gardens mosaic art environment. She’s also a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, an international service organization.