Casey Thrush is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Annapolis. He works with both families and individuals to help them reach their financial goals through a disciplined long-term approach to wealth creation. Casey and his team focus on various client areas including family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and sports and entertainment. Casey holds a bachelor's degree in finance from the University of New Hampshire, where he also played four years on the Men's Division I Ice Hockey team. Prior to college, he attended DeMatha Catholic High School in Hyattsville, Maryland. After playing professional ice hockey for two years, he transitioned to financial advising and holds professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). In his role, Casey aims to help clients pursue their financial goals related to retirement, education, legacy, and healthcare planning. He and his team follow the Merrill tradition of community involvement, volunteering with organizations they serve. Outside of work, Casey enjoys football, golfing, ice hockey, fishing, snowboarding, and spending time with his family on the Eastern Shore where he grew up.

Tara Guido is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 11 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, she worked at Valic Financial Advisors for nine years and also had roles at Agia and Fidelity Brokerage Services. Outside of her advisory work, she owns Princess in Process, a business that designs and sells inspirational materials. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm employs a systematic investment process combining fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Cole Allsopp is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill in 2015 and draws on his personal and professional experience owning and running a small business to guide clients through financial transitions, including moving from peak earnings to achieving financial well-being and independence. Cole’s areas of expertise include liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, socially responsible and ESG investing, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income planning. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the College of Charleston and has earned professional designations including Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Residing in Annapolis with his wife Liz and their daughter Vivien, Cole volunteers for local maritime organizations and spends his free time on the Chesapeake Bay with family and friends.

Alexis Lecouras is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, with 18 years of experience in the financial industry. She has been with Edward Jones since 2007. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including various types of households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management through a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors and offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions under a fiduciary standard.

Peter Ocasio IV is a CFP® with nine years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2016. He previously served seven years in the U.S. Army with the Department of Defense at TSC Central MD. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including a broad range of households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets through a large network of advisors and offers a variety of advisory programs and investment strategies, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Steven Ackerson is a CFP® professional with 23 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with Ameriprise since 2005, initially at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., and currently at Ameriprise. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver customized, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Christopher Swatta is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 13 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 credential. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2012 and also works with City National Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he is an active partner in an investment farm operation in Annapolis, Maryland. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm provides customized portfolio management and financial planning services through a variety of advisory programs that utilize both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Michael Byrne is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Annapolis, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney from 2009 to 2019. RBC Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering a variety of fee-based advisory programs with tailored portfolio management strategies implemented through both in-house and third-party managers.

Jeffrey Mckee is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Annapolis, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2010 and was previously with Home Savings of America starting in 2008. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a variety of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including customized financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and market simulations.

Ellen Shiery is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She serves a diverse clientele, including business owners, executives, real estate professionals, and individuals navigating significant life transitions such as retirement, divorce, or the sale of a business. Ellen's advisory approach involves understanding clients' personal and financial goals, offering diversified investment portfolios aligned with each client's objectives, risk tolerance, and timeline. She also collaborates with clients' CPAs and attorneys to align tax minimization and estate planning strategies. Ellen holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She earned a Bachelor's degree from Wesley College. Ellen emphasizes clear communication and client education to build trusted relationships and help clients make informed financial decisions. In addition to her professional work, Ellen is active in community organizations such as the Anne Arundel Women Giving Together, Executive Alliance, Junior League of Annapolis, and the Rotary Club of Annapolis. Her community involvement extends to participation in the Annapolis/Anne Arundel Financial Education Coalition, Anne Arundel Community College Foundation, and other local foundations and nonprofits. Ellen resides in Edgewater Beach and enjoys personal interests including antiquing, cooking, genealogy, ice hockey, knitting and crocheting, reading, and traveling.

Sulieman Nurideen is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 24 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at PNC Investments, Valic Financial Advisors, and Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory solutions. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Stephen Root is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary options. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Elizabeth Miller is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Annapolis, MD, holding a Series 66 designation with 11 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2015. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Jonathan Jay is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Trustees for Severn School in Severna Park, MD, where he participates in investment committee meetings overseeing endowment and scholarship funds. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, utilizing an IPS-driven approach grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services, including a Plan Level Investment Selection 3(38) option, and features a broader investment menu that includes insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Madeline Moore is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2017 and has prior roles in university admissions and the restaurant industry. 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 a range of individual and institutional investors.

Logan McGuire is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with local advisors to support clients in addressing their ongoing financial needs and implementing strategic plans. His approach focuses on understanding clients' priorities, analyzing their current financial situations, and partnering with them to develop strategies aimed at achieving their goals. Logan joined Fidelity Investments in 2022 as a Financial Representative and has held roles including Relationship Manager and Planning Consultant. Through these positions, he has gained experience in client relationship management and financial planning. Outside of his professional work, Logan has interests in baseball, golf, hiking, kayaking, and reading.

Joshua Groce is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has recently transitioned to the financial industry with one year of experience and previously worked in education and public service, including roles at Bowie State University, Prince George's Community College, and The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse clientele, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios and research to support discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Patrick Wilbert is a financial advisor at Cetera with 18 years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliates since 2019 and was previously with Summit Financial Group and Summit Brokerage Services. Wilbert is also a partner at Premier Planning Wealth Management and serves as an insurance specialist offering life, health, and annuity products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and provides access to multiple program structures and third-party money managers.

Andrew Mergler II is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He advises founders, senior executives, and professionals in the private equity ecosystem, focusing on complex personal wealth situations involving business sales, recapitalizations, equity compensation, carried interest, and concentrated stock positions. His expertise includes executive compensation, tax minimization strategies, concentrated and illiquid assets, and portfolio management. Andrew works with clients to address questions about liquidity management, diversification of equity, estate and wealth transfer planning, and philanthropic planning. He utilizes Merrill's proprietary Personal Wealth Analysis™ tool to provide comprehensive financial planning that integrates investment management, taxes, estate planning, credit, and risk management. Andrew holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Maryland and holds professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional work, his interests include adventure sports, boating, golfing, reading, spending time with family, and traveling.

Cynthia Barbieri is a financial advisor at Merrill with 21 years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. She has been with Merrill since 2011. Outside of her advisory role, Barbieri serves as an advisory board member for Anne Arundel County CASA, Inc., a nonprofit organization that supports abused and neglected children involved in juvenile court proceedings. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies.