Marcello Difrancesco is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Outside of advisory work, he has operated a healthcare insurance sales agency and manages his own wealth management entity. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting over 22,800 advisors with discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

David Baitel is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Owings Mills, MD. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 23 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Metlife Securities, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, and Pruco Securities. Outside of his advisory work, he designs and sells dog ramps and owns a jewelry wholesale business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with a wide array of investment strategies and technology tools.

Timothy Cerny is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. His prior work includes over two decades at Guardian Life Insurance. He is also involved in selling non-variable insurance products through several providers. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies supported by advanced operational tools.

Michael Lentz is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Owings Mills, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 17 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Pruco Securities LLC, The Prudential Insurance Company of America, M & T Securities, Inc., and MSI Financial Services, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in snow removal services during winter months. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies across various asset classes.

Brenna Baim is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Owings Mills, MD. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with LPL Financial since 2026. Prior to her advisory role, she held various positions including roles at University of Maryland Baltimore County and several hospitality and educational institutions. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning, portfolio management, and institutional platforms to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, and trust companies.

Martin Krist is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Owings Mills, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at MML Investors Services, MassMutual, The Prudential Insurance Company of America, and Pruco Securities. Outside of his advisory work, Krist operates a tax preparation and accounting business under MK Enterprises. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of over 22,800 advisors and advanced operational tools.

Alexander Knapp is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having five years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and Ayco/Goldman Sachs. Knapp is also a commissioned notary in Owings Mills, MD. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, and institutions. The firm offers a range of solutions including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of advisors and advanced research tools.