Erin Holt is a CFP® with seven years of industry experience currently serving at F.L. Putnam Investment Management Company. She has held prior roles at Kalos Capital and Alpha Omega Group, Inc. Holt volunteers with the Foundation for Financial Planning, providing pro bono financial planning services. F.L. Putnam serves a diverse client base including individual and institutional investors, offering customized investment management and advisory solutions across multiple asset classes. The firm incorporates both internally managed strategies and third-party managers, with a strategic asset allocation framework supported by AI tools that complement human decision-making.

Alexandra Kantarski is a CFP® with 18 years of industry experience, currently serving at XML Financial Group. She has been with XML Financial, LLC since 2019 and also works with XML Securities, LLC (formerly Lara, May & Associates LLC) since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she is a notary public and pursues hobbies as an astrology consultant and artist, selling her paintings. XML Financial Group provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and wrap fee programs to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and employer-sponsored plans. The firm operates through a multi-advisor team model and combines fundamental and technical analysis, often utilizing third-party managers and an internal Investment Committee to customize portfolios according to client goals and risk tolerance.

William Scoggins is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. He is currently with First Citizens Asset Management, Inc., where he has worked since 2026, following prior roles at firms including SVB Wealth LLC and Boston Private Wealth. First Citizens Asset Management, Inc. provides model-based sub-advisory and direct investment advisory services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, using global multi-asset class portfolios and a mix of fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis. The firm emphasizes discretionary investment management with strategic asset allocation, manager research, and ongoing portfolio monitoring.

Scott George is a financial advisor with Mason Investment Advisory Services Inc in Reston, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has worked with Mason Investment Advisory Services since 1998 and previously with Mason Securities, Inc. from 1988 to 2025. Mason Investment Advisory Services provides fee-based financial planning and investment management to a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, pension and profit-sharing plans, and charitable institutions. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes long-term strategic asset allocation, disciplined rebalancing, and manager selection, utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, third-party money managers, and limited direct equity or fixed-income positions.

Garrett Beckstrom is a CFP® professional with five years of experience in financial advising. He is currently with United Capital Financial Advisors and has previously worked at Lincoln Financial and Ameriprise. Outside of finance, his background includes roles in the food service industry. United Capital Financial Advisors provides national financial planning and discretionary investment management to a diverse range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth households, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm’s investment teams use client-specific financial plans to determine asset allocation and manage accounts with options for customization and access to alternative investments.

Craig Alden is a financial advisor with Founders Financial Securities LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fortune Financial Services, Brooklight Place Securities, Gwn Securities, and Interactive Financial Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, Alden serves as a baseball umpire for college, high school, and recreational games. Founders Financial Securities serves a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of services such as portfolio management, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage and insurance services, utilizing various delivery methods including managed portfolios, third-party asset managers, and co-advised wealth management programs.

Geoffrey Cogger is a CFP® and ChFC® with 28 years of industry experience. He currently works at Cary Street Partners and previously held roles at Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. and EF Legacy Securities, LLC. Cary Street Partners serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, trusts, retirement plans, and other institutional clients. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and access to proprietary investment strategies supported by affiliated asset management and broker-dealer businesses.

James Ortlip is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 26 years of industry experience. He is currently with F. L. Putnam Investment Management Company and has previously worked at Kalos Capital, Inc. and AOG Wealth Management. F. L. Putnam serves a diverse range of individual and institutional clients, offering various investment management and advisory services including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, family office solutions, and consulting. The firm uses a strategic asset allocation framework supplemented by internally managed strategies, third-party managers, and specialized offerings such as Optimized Indexing and AI-supported research.

Aidan Baron is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. holding a Series 66 license and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at W3 Financial Group and Christopher Newport University. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional clients. The firm’s investment approach focuses on diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation, utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers with oversight from an investment committee.

Chris Belchamber is a financial advisor at Brookwood Investment Group with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at several firms including CB Investment Management, LLC, Belpointe Asset Management, LLC, and Great Lakes & Atlantic Wealth Management and Advisory Partners. He is also the author of two books, "UK Government Bond Market" and "Invest Like the Best." Brookwood Investment Group is a multi-advisor registered investment adviser managing approximately $1.06 billion for over 3,100 clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services using tailored portfolios that incorporate passive, active, tactical, and blended strategies.

Lloyd Layton is a financial advisor with Realta Investment Advisors, Inc. in Ashburn, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 39 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. Realta Investment Advisors provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services and financial planning to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, and institutional clients. The firm employs a goal-oriented approach using asset allocation across a variety of investment vehicles and offers multiple portfolio management options including third-party manager programs and held-away account aggregation.

Harriet Fountain is a financial advisor with The Burney Company in Reston, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and four years of industry experience. She has been with The Burney Company since 2019 and previously worked at Macy's and Marshall's. The Burney Company serves mainly individual investors, including high net worth clients, as well as small businesses, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $3.59 billion in discretionary assets through a multi-team platform and offers discretionary equity portfolio management, financial planning, and tax preparation services via an affiliated CPA firm.

Albert Mullan is a financial advisor at The Burney Company with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked in roles at The Burney Company, DP Facilities Data Centers, Telos Corporation, James Madison University, and Loudoun County High School. The Burney Company serves primarily individual investors, including high net worth clients, as well as small businesses, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $3.59 billion in discretionary assets through a multi-team advisory platform that employs proprietary fundamental and quantitative models and offers a variety of investment options, including actively managed ETFs and OCIO services.

Kimberly Knapp is a financial advisor with Capitol Securities Management, Inc. in Reston, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Capitol Securities Management since 2005. Capitol Securities Management serves individuals, corporate and charitable clients, trustees, and plan sponsors with brokerage and investment advisory services, comprehensive financial planning, pension consulting, insurance products, and educational seminars. The firm offers asset management through separately managed accounts, wrap fee programs, third-party money managers, and model portfolios.

Michael Stevens is a financial advisor with The Strategic Financial Alliance, Inc. in Fairfax, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with the firm since 2012. Outside of advising, he is a partner in a financial marketing business and also works as a fixed insurance agent. The Strategic Financial Alliance serves individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as institutional clients such as pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers portfolio management, third-party manager selection, financial planning, and educational seminars, implementing customized strategies through co-advisory relationships and referrals.

Amanda Pfeifle is a financial advisor at F L Putnam Investment Management Co. with three years of industry experience. She previously worked at AOG Wealth Management and AOG Wealth Management, Inc. for a combined total of 17 years. Outside of her advisory role, Amanda is a photographer and owner of CE Media & Design, offering photography and photo editing services. F.L. Putnam Investment Management serves individual and institutional clients, including registered investment companies, foundations, endowments, and high-net-worth individuals. The firm builds customized portfolios using internally managed strategies and third-party managers across various asset classes, and it offers specialized solutions such as Optimized Indexing and tax-aware fixed income strategies.

Blaine Homan is a CFP® with seven years of industry experience currently with Mason Investment Advisory Services Inc. He has previously worked at Mason Securities, Inc., Centurion Wealth Management, Domani Wealth LLC, and Kurtz, Connor, Browning, & Phillips, LLC. His career also includes three years at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Mason Investment Advisory Services, Inc. manages approximately $15.67 billion for over 1,000 clients through a team of 31 advisors. The firm provides fee-based financial planning, separately managed accounts, and institutional services such as outsourced chief investment officer (OCIO) engagements, focusing on long-term strategic asset allocation and manager selection.

Robert Obraitis is a financial advisor with Summit Financial, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc. from 2014 to 2025. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as CEO of the O'Braitis Family Charitable Foundation. Summit Financial, LLC is a multi-team advisory firm managing approximately $26.35 billion in assets for about 17,800 clients. The firm offers a range of investment advisory and portfolio management programs, combining discretionary and consultative services tailored to client needs.

Evgeny Gushcha is a financial advisor at The Burney Company with 16 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Burney Partners since 2008. The Burney Company advises individual investors, including high net worth clients, as well as small businesses, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $3.59 billion in discretionary assets using a multi-team approach that incorporates proprietary fundamental and quantitative models, actively managed ETFs, and offers a range of customized portfolio options.

Kyle Mcfarland is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 10 years of industry experience. He has been with The Burney Company since 2016 and previously worked at Tennessee Valley Asset Management Partners, LLC and LPL Financial. The Burney Company serves primarily individual investors, including high net worth clients, as well as small businesses, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $3.59 billion in discretionary assets through a multi-team advisory platform and employs a blend of proprietary fundamental and quantitative models, offering customized portfolio management alongside active ETFs and OCIO services.