David Brown Jr. is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. David works closely with individuals, families, and business owners to develop financial strategies that emphasize tax-efficient planning, disciplined growth, and prudent asset preservation. His approach focuses on long-term partnership, helping clients manage their wealth through life changes and market fluctuations. David holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University System of Georgia and has earned professional designations including the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His work centers on providing clear, manageable financial guidance to help clients make informed decisions and achieve long-term financial stability. Outside of his professional role, David participates in community activities such as Habitat for Humanity. He also enjoys various personal interests including billiards, boxing, camping, chess, golfing, hiking, music, pickleball, running, and traveling.

Alvin Costa is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 license and has held positions at Bank of America, Wells Fargo Bank, PNC Bank, and has teaching experience at the University of Maryland–College Park and Montgomery College. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mauricio Maldonado is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and eight years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank, NA, with a combined tenure of over 12 years. 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 supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools.

Meagan Sexton is a CFP® and ChFC® with eight years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2017. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked with The Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce and was involved with A & J Hospitality Corp / Eco Caters. Additionally, she has taught classes in Rockville, MD. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients with a wide range of investment advisory programs and affiliated financial services, supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 advisors.

Roseanne Clingerman is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with three years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2022 and was previously with Sandy Spring Bank for ten years. Clingerman holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Frederick, MD. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes tailored financial planning through structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

William Peacock is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses. His prior roles include positions at Suntrust Advisory Services and Suntrust Investment Services before joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2018. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Michael Baldecchi is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America, N.A., and various positions outside finance such as at Atlas Container Corporation and Chesapeake Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center. Merrill, along 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts.

Richard Pencek is a CFP® with 22 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. He previously worked at Grove Point Investments, LLC and Grove Point Advisors, LLC for four years, and spent 17 years at H. Beck, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, Pencek is involved in artistic and musical pursuits through a personal venture called FatherTime. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services supported by both proprietary and third-party research and portfolio management options.

Kevin Jackson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Frederick, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He previously worked at M&T Bank for 19 years before joining Morgan Stanley in 2019. He serves on the board of directors for DIW Group, Inc., a geotechnical engineering company, where he participates in executive compensation, compliance, legal issues, and financial oversight. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer offering a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, providing financial planning and wealth management services supported by firm-approved tools and analysis methods.

Brad Young is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 31 years of industry experience. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2025, he worked for Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation for 23 years. Outside of his advisory role, Young serves as an instructor teaching finance, economics, and markets at Mt. St. Mary’s University, and he is an elected member of the Frederick County Council. He is also a board member of the nonprofit organization I Believe In Me. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated financial advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, using various tools and third-party platforms to construct diversified portfolios tailored to client needs.

Patrick Haney is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 32 years of industry experience, including roles at MML Investors Services and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company prior to joining LPL Financial in 2019. He is also involved in The Haney Company, an insurance agency he has operated since 1990. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and research resources.

Michael Stebner is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Eldersburg, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at Pfs Investments Inc since 2002 and Primerica Financial Services since 2000. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual investors, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm employs model-delivery strategies created by unaffiliated asset managers and offers a range of portfolio management options supported by BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing custody services.

Michael Moriarty is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Fidelity since 2021, previously working at Ameriprise and Bronfman E.L. Rothschild. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios including mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Jacob Griffith is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Frederick, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. He worked at Arrow Investment Advisors, LLC from 2006 to 2020 before joining RBC Capital Markets in 2021. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm customizes strategies based on client risk profiles and offers a mix of in-house and third-party investment managers and model providers.

Jonathan Abbett is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 38 years of industry experience and has held leadership roles at multiple firms including Financial Advantage Associates Inc., where he is president and CEO. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner in a tax accounting firm and involved in fixed insurance sales. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers, supporting various discretionary and non-discretionary program structures.

Evan Wilson is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Rockville, MD, where he has worked since 2016. He has 10 years of industry experience and is also involved in volunteer coaching with the First Tee of Greater DC, a charity focused on golf. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing tailored financial planning and advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets through a structured planning process and diverse investment offerings.

David Ziffer is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at firms including Scottrade, TD Ameritrade, and Charles Schwab in various roles since 1995. Outside of his advisory work, he owns a rental property in Sarasota, Florida. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a multi-asset model portfolio approach and centralized operational infrastructure.

Drew Mc Clair is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in helping professionals and families develop clear, confident, and tax-smart retirement plans. As a Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Drew brings advanced investment training and disciplined portfolio construction to his advisory relationships. His expertise covers a broad range of client focus areas including college education planning, employee benefits planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. Drew emphasizes building advisory relationships based on clarity, communication, and trust while simplifying complex financial topics into actionable steps. Drew holds a High School Diploma from Huntingtown High School. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys adventure sports, cooking, hiking, music, skiing, swimming, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Pamela Graham is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 2001. In addition to her advisory role, she serves on the board of LETIP of Howard County, a local professionals' networking group. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary management, supporting diverse investment strategies and technology integration.

Steven Vozenilek is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and over 31 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ameriprise and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2011 to 2025. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.