Chelsea Ralston is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2016, in addition to her role at Merrill starting in 2014. Merrill, alongside its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

James Hartman is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America, The Choptank, and various educational institutions. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Christopher Saba is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of The Farcosky Group. He provides strategic financial guidance to individuals, families, and business owners, focusing on areas such as family wealth management, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, and tax minimization. Christopher emphasizes understanding clients' life priorities to create personalized financial plans tailored to their goals and aspirations. Christopher holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the University of Maryland. He possesses multiple professional designations, including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Bilingual in English and Arabic, he collaborates closely with tax and legal professionals to develop tax-efficient strategies that support long-term wealth building. Committed to community involvement, Christopher serves as a chapter advisor for the Theta Chi Fraternity, mentoring college students in leadership and financial literacy. Outside of his professional and community activities, he enjoys boating, cooking, football, golfing, scuba diving, soccer, spending time with family, table tennis, and watching movies.

Steven Roth is a financial advisor at Cetera with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at firms including Commonwealth Financial Network, Severn Financial Advisors, and Cambridge Investment Research. Roth is also involved in fixed insurance sales conducted from his branch location. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diversified portfolio management options and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors, managing over $256 billion in assets.

Molleda Koy is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 23 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2013. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with THE NIGHT WATCHMAN LLC, a casting crew business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by proprietary tools and established investment committees.

Robert Norton is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2014 and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner And Smith Incorporated since 2012. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Frank Link II is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Annapolis, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 35 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs with a focus on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools.

Harold Hunt Jr. is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 27 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations and has worked previously at Cantella and Co., Inc., and Securities America Advisors. In addition to his advisory role, he teaches as an adjunct professor at Anne Arundel Community College. OSAIC serves a diverse range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to manage portfolios that include various asset types on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Kristin Long is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 28 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is currently with Morgan Stanley, having held roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney llc, Bank of America, and Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and market modeling techniques.

Kellie Forst is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of the Harrell Group based in Annapolis. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 2007, she has focused on providing holistic wealth management services by developing customized strategies that address clients’ entire financial situations. Kellie assists affluent and high net worth individuals, small businesses, and non-profit organizations with goals including retirement income, education planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, and portfolio management. Kellie holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the University of Maryland College Park. She has earned several professional designations, including the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ designation, Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Her approach emphasizes educating clients and helping them pursue their financial objectives while managing risks prudently. Based in Millersville, Maryland, Kellie lives with her husband and son. Outside of her professional role, she enjoys cooking, interior decorating, reading, sewing, and spending time with her family. She is also affiliated with the Sigma Kappa organization.

Nicole Caringal is a CFP® professional with 28 years of industry experience, currently serving at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. She has been with Raymond James and its affiliates since 2006, with a brief tenure at LPL Financial from 2019 to 2020. Outside of her advisory role, she is vice president and a finance committee member of the United Way of Kent County board. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm offers tailored non-discretionary planning and consulting, utilizing analytical tools to model potential outcomes, and supports clients through advisory programs and institutional consulting.

Kelly Wittpenn is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and operates an Etsy store where she designs and sells print-on-demand items. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services primarily to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using a combination of model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Nicholas Peterson is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in assisting business owners, founders, senior executives, and ultra-high-net-worth families with comprehensive wealth management strategies. His approach focuses on helping clients preserve wealth, deploy capital strategically, and create lasting impacts for future generations through services such as tax-efficient wealth strategies, business succession planning, estate and legacy planning, concentrated stock and liquidity event planning, and multi-generational wealth transfer planning. Nicholas also coordinates with clients' existing financial professionals to ensure all aspects of their financial lives work towards common objectives. Nicholas holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He attended the United States Naval Academy before transferring to the University System of Maryland, where he earned his bachelor's degree with honors while playing Division 1 football. His community involvement includes participation in programs such as the Anne Arundel County Holiday Sharing Program, Anne Arundel County Special Olympics, Broadneck Area Youth Sports, Broadneck High School, Cape St. Claire Youth Sports, and the Ed Snider Center for Enterprise & Markets. In his personal time, Nicholas enjoys various sports and outdoor activities including baseball, basketball, boating, cooking, football, golfing, hiking, and ice hockey. He values spending time with his family and traveling.

Graham Smith is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Bell Helicopters - Textron, and Burr & Forman LLP, as well as service at the South Carolina State House. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through its Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Cecilia Brown is a CFP® professional with 27 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2024. Her prior roles include positions at Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation and Ameriprise. Outside of her advisory work, she is associated with a business entity, Jeffrey Brown, which is not investment related. 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 portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by both proprietary and third-party investment strategies.

Atealem Ford is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She provides personalized investment advice to a diverse clientele including individuals, families, non-profit and for-profit organizations, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, women business owners, executives, and families navigating sudden wealth across the United States. Atealem holds a Bachelor's degree from Seattle Pacific University and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Maryland – UC. She has earned multiple professional designations including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Her expertise encompasses areas such as college education planning, family wealth management strategies, equity compensation services, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, and personal retirement planning. Outside of her professional work, Atealem is involved in community organizations such as the Annapolis Rotary Club and Maryland Hall, and volunteers with several local centers and nonprofits including Anne Arundel County Public Schools and Lighthouse Homeless Prevention Center. Her personal interests include cooking, baking, painting, football, and spending time with her family.

Kevin Bruening is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Annapolis, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Prudential Equity Group, LLC. He serves as a board member of the Patuxent River Commission and is on the board of directors for the Village of River Hill Community Association. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a mix of brokerage and advisory offerings, using proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor strategies to client goals and risk profiles. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services across a broad platform.

Gina Weltlinger is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1998. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Christopher Accinelli is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and currently works at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Yvonne Lively is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 17 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Her prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, and Wachovia Bank, N.A. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.