Shawn McLaughlin is a financial advisor with McLaughlin Ryder Investments, Inc. in Alexandria, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 42 years of industry experience. He has been with McLaughlin Ryder Investments since 2011 and serves as a director and committee chairman at Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust Co. Additionally, he is owner and president of The McLaughlin Companies, LLC, and owner of Union Street Partners, LLC, an investment company. McLaughlin Ryder Investments serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, businesses, and retirement plans. The firm offers investment management, financial planning, and ERISA retirement plan advisory services, employing a client-centered investment process that utilizes both active and passive strategies and manages most assets on a non-discretionary basis.

Robert Copeland is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 designation with 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Professional Financial Solutions, LLC since 2018 and previously worked at USAA financial planning services and Madison Wealth Management, LLC. He also has experience with the Museum of the Bible. Professional Financial Solutions, LLC primarily serves individual clients and small business owners, offering financial planning, consulting, and investment management. The firm employs a buy-and-hold, passive investment approach using diversified mutual funds and ETFs, managing over $409 million in client assets as of December 2025.

Edward Stroman is a CFP® with 11 years of industry experience and has been with Strathmore Capital Advisors since 2014. He holds a Series 65 license and is based in Washington, DC. Strathmore Capital Advisors provides discretionary portfolio management and goals-based financial planning to individuals, trusts, endowments, and participant-directed retirement plans. The firm employs an asset-allocation approach focused on long-term investment using mutual funds and ETFs, supplemented by technology for client service and integrated tax preparation and estate-planning offerings.

Tina Babicz is a CFP® professional with over 20 years of experience in financial planning and advisory services. She has been with CJM Wealth Advisers, Ltd. since 2000 and also serves as an adult education instructor in basic financial planning for Fairfax Public Schools. CJM Wealth Advisers, Ltd. offers discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual and institutional clients. The firm manages portfolios through its wrap-fee program using a range of investment vehicles and employs both fundamental and technical analysis across various strategies.

Mary Price is a financial advisor at CJM Wealth Advisers, Ltd. in Falls Church, VA, holding a Series 65 designation with two years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Wealthspire Advisors and Joel Isaacson & Co, as well as experience outside finance with organizations such as Syracuse Opera and Classical Theatre of Harlem. CJM Wealth Advisers, Ltd. provides investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual and institutional clients, including high net worth individuals, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a range of investment strategies across mutual funds, ETFs, equities, and fixed income within its multi-office structure and proprietary wrap-fee platform.

Michael Beardi is an investment advisor representative with Parsonex Advisory Services, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Parsonex Advisory Services since 2013 and has worked with related firms in the Parsonex network since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Army National Guard. Parsonex Advisory Services is an SEC-registered firm that provides financial planning, portfolio management, and investment advice to individuals, pooled investment vehicles, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm employs a multi-manager approach utilizing third-party advisers and sub-advisors, focusing on client risk tolerance and asset allocation through discretionary managed accounts with ongoing monitoring and reviews.

Daniel White is a CFA® charterholder with one year of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at The Ithaka Group, LLC since 2014. He is based in Arlington, VA, and works within a team of five advisors. The Ithaka Group, LLC provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory and portfolio management services to a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, pension plans, charitable organizations, and registered investment funds. The firm employs a concentrated growth investment style focused on high-quality publicly listed companies, offering portfolios aimed at long-term capital appreciation with low turnover.

Andrew Colyer is a CFA® charterholder with 21 years of industry experience. He has been with The Ithaka Group, LLC since 2008, where he is part of a five-advisor team based in Arlington, VA. The Ithaka Group, LLC provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory and portfolio management services to individuals, trusts, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and registered investment companies. The firm employs a concentrated growth investment approach focused on high-quality growth companies and manages both registered funds and advisory accounts.

Lucas Hodge is a financial advisor at Monument Wealth Management with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has previously worked at Verdence Capital Advisors, Preston Wealth Advisors, Mason Investment Advisory Services, Davidsons, and held roles at Virginia Tech and Radford University. Monument Capital Management provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and estates, managing approximately $648 million. The firm employs a range of investment strategies including direct indexing, structured notes, and tactical bond ETF allocations, utilizing fundamental and technical analysis alongside ongoing portfolio monitoring.

Susan Christ is a CFA® charterholder with 20 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Hendershot Investments, Inc. since 2004. She holds a Series 65 license and works from Centreville, VA. Hendershot Investments provides personalized, fee-only investment management and financial planning to a range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a fundamental analysis approach focused on intrinsic value and durable competitive advantages, managing close to $1 billion with a four-advisor team.

William Tracy is a CFP® professional currently with Yeske Buie Inc., where he has been since 2023. He has prior experience at Skypath Private Wealth, Wealthspire Advisors, and other firms, with a background that includes roles at Virginia Tech University and USABL. Yeske Buie provides integrated wealth management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a formal discovery process and written Investment Policy Statements to guide portfolio construction primarily using ETFs and mutual funds, and it manages over $1 billion in assets with a focus on institutional-level services.

Scott O’Gorman is a CFA® charterholder with 24 years of industry experience. He has been with The Ithaka Group, LLC since 2008, where he is part of a five-advisor team based in Arlington, VA. The Ithaka Group provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory and portfolio management services to a range of clients, including individuals, trusts, pension plans, charitable organizations, and registered investment funds. The firm employs a concentrated growth investment style focused on high-quality, publicly listed companies and manages both registered funds and advisory accounts with performance-based fee structures.

Nicholas Grose is a financial advisor at Bay Colony Advisors with a Series 65 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Bay Colony Advisors in 2024, he worked at Patomak Global Partners and Alfta GIF, and has held roles at George Mason University and Ohio University. Bay Colony Advisors serves individual investors, high-net-worth families, trusts, retirement plans, and institutional clients, offering comprehensive financial planning and portfolio management along with estate, tax, and family office services. The firm utilizes fundamental analysis and a long-term investment approach, combining model portfolios and third-party sub-advisers to meet client needs across a range of investment types.

Gregory Grimsley is a financial advisor at Wealthcrest Financial Services, LLC with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Cambridge Investment Research since 2015 and Wealthcrest Financial since 2014. In addition to his advisory role, he is co-owner of the Grimsley Agency, a real estate partnership. Wealthcrest Financial Services provides financial planning, consulting, and investment supervisory services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as pension and profit-sharing plans. The firm offers fee-based portfolio management using custodial relationships primarily with Cambridge and combines fundamental and technical analysis with both long- and short-term trading strategies.

Brian Fyock is a CFP® professional with two years of industry experience, currently serving at Evermay Wealth Management, LLC since 2023. Prior to joining Evermay, he worked at Sterne Kessler Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C. for six years and Venable LLP for two years. Evermay Wealth Management, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and retirement and profit-sharing plans. The firm employs a team-centric approach to investment management and financial planning, tailoring client recommendations based on comprehensive investor profiles and monitoring portfolios that may include equities, bonds, mutual funds, private funds, and private equity.

Jacob Kaufmann is a Series 65-credentialed advisor at Astra Prime Wealth Management with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Astra Prime, he worked with Fairfax County Public Schools and has a background that includes operating Shield Squad Automotive LLC. He attended George Mason University from 2021 to 2025. Astra Prime Wealth Management provides fee-based, custom investment management primarily for high-net-worth individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business clients. The firm employs a tactical asset-allocation strategy using fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, incorporating advanced trading techniques and performance-based fee arrangements for qualified clients.

Kacie Fawls is a CFP® professional with five years of experience at Yeske Buie Inc. and prior roles at Global Advisor Group and the Defense Logistics Agency. She has a background that includes both financial advisory and non-financial positions. Yeske Buie Inc. provides integrated wealth management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, pension plans, and charitable organizations, employing a disciplined investment approach based on Modern Portfolio Theory and manager due diligence. The firm manages over $1 billion with a ten-person advisory team, focusing on clients with substantial investable assets.

Kimberly Weihbrecht is a financial advisor at Atwood Financial Planning LLC in Alexandria, VA, holding a Series 65 designation and having six years of industry experience. She has worked at Atwood since 2020 and concurrently serves as an Operations Research Analyst for the U.S. Department of Energy, focusing on energy statistics and data collection related to coal use and international coal trading. Atwood Financial Planning serves individuals, small businesses, trusts, estates, and charities with comprehensive financial planning and consulting services. The firm emphasizes low-cost index funds and ETFs, a buy-and-hold investment strategy, and non-discretionary portfolio management, while also offering unique programs such as concierge services, seminars, and a branded finance app.

Nicholas Rath is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. He works with wealth accumulators, retirees, business owners, and non-profits to develop financial plans and investment strategies that align with each client's specific goals. Nicholas has been with Fidelity Investments since 2021, serving in multiple roles including Customer Relationship Advocate, Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, and Planning Consultant before becoming an Investment Consultant. This progression reflects his experience in client relationship management and financial planning within the firm.

Marc Wehmeyer is a CFP® with 12 years of industry experience, currently serving at Praetorian Guard, a division of Praetorian Wealth Management, Inc., since 2013. He is based in Arlington, VA, and holds a Series 65 license. Praetorian Guard provides discretionary investment management and comprehensive financial planning to individuals, families, trusts, qualified retirement accounts, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $598.7 million across a diverse client base, applying fundamental and cyclical analysis to equities, fixed income, and cash while integrating ongoing financial planning and asset-allocation oversight.