Benjamin Maynard is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, he worked at JVJ Solutions and spent time at Boston College and Wilmington High School. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm combines fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, and it maintains oversight of sub-advisers and share class selections.

Daniel Mc Geever is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Gaithersburg, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in owning and managing a commercial real estate LLC. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing comprehensive written recommendations that incorporate income sources, Social Security strategies, and tax-efficient withdrawals. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic tools to deliver tailored, non-discretionary retirement advice, primarily focused on assets managed within Ameriprise.

Carlos Romero is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Rockville, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2013 and previously operated CRG Financial Services. Outside of advisory services, he is involved in residential real estate as a licensed agent and provides tax preparation services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm offers various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

David Chang is a financial advisor with Merrill in Frederick, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of experience at Merrill. He is a co-owner of a rental property in Chesapeake, VA, shared with family members. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients with model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Anita Acevedo is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Gaithersburg, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. She has been with Primerica Advisors since 2013 and has worked with Primerica Financial Services since 1998. Outside of advisory activities, she is involved in sales of home security and automation products as well as loan products through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure for its services.

William Mason IV is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 39 years of industry experience. He has held his position at Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. since 1986. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Patricia Davies is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and seven years of industry experience. She has held roles at LPL Financial, RM Benefits of Maryland, Cetera Advisors LLC, and Maryland Financial Group, among others. In addition to her advisory work, she is employed at Almacy & Co. CPAs PA. 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 financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios, research, and a variety of investment strategies.

Daniel Searles is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with four years of industry experience, currently with LPL Financial. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he worked with Grove Point Advisors LLC and Grove Point Investments LLC. LPL Financial serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Michael Ritterpusch is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 designations and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Fourth Presbyterian Church of Washington, DC, and the US House of Representatives. 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 employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios, including model portfolios delivered to intermediary platforms.

Rodney Sams is a financial advisor with Merrill in Eldersburg, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Before joining Merrill in 2022, he worked at Truist Bank, M&T Bank, Belk, and GameStop. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a consultant and independent contractor for Limitless Volleyball Club, assisting the head coach with training and team support. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Zion Chaflawee is a CFP® and ChFC® with seven years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Cetera and has held prior roles at LPL Enterprise, The Prudential Insurance Company of America, NY Life, and Eagle Strategies. Outside of his advisory work, he assists applicants with health and group insurance through separate insurance-related activities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individual investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform allowing advisors to implement various portfolio strategies, combining discretionary and non-discretionary management across multiple program structures.

Rikki Bowser is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, Rikki works with clients to address complex financial challenges and help them optimize their resources for a better quality of life. Rikki's professional credentials include the Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Rikki holds a Bachelor's Degree from UC Davis. No additional personal or community information is available.

Nicholas Over III is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Over is a certified soccer referee with the United States Soccer Federation and coaches semi-professional indoor soccer. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and a variety of brokerage and insurance products via an integrated platform.

Sidney Huguenin is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 17 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the finance committee of the Fountain Head Country Club in Hagerstown, Maryland. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and combines large-firm resources with diverse investment and planning capabilities.

Michael Klitsch is a CFP® professional with 25 years of experience, currently serving at Morgan Stanley in Rockville, MD. He has worked with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is the chairman of the National Capital Optimist Club and serves as a finance committee officer for Fourth Presbyterian Church in Bethesda, Maryland. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by proprietary tools and market simulations.

Tricia Tripp is a CFP® with 32 years of industry experience, currently serving at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. She has worked with Raymond James since 1994 and previously operated her own firm, Tripp Financial Consultants, Inc. In addition to her advisory work, Ms. Tripp owns and manages Fox Hollow Farm LLC, where she employs staff to care for animals and property. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by analytical tools and offers specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Consulting.

Derek McGee is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley who holds a Series 66 designation and has 23 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by structured planning tools and comprehensive investment resources.

Nathaniel High is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise in Frederick, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and totaling nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. He serves on the board of the South Carroll Business Association, a nonprofit organization. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage services. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, and access to third-party asset management, utilizing a platform that integrates adviser programs with a range of financial products including insurance.

Andrew Guarente is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Rockville, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing seven years of industry experience. He previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. from 2013 to 2020. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing roughly $501 billion in assets and serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm provides non-discretionary financial planning and consulting services, drawing on a wide range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Rajat Rajan is a CFP® professional with 38 years of industry experience, currently serving at LPL Financial since 2020. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, accumulating ten years of experience at those firms. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations through a national network of advisers. The firm offers various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services while providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.