Matthew Wallace is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Annapolis, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at City National Bank, Bank of America, and Merrill Lynch. Outside of finance, he was involved with Ken's Creative Kitchen from 2015 to 2017. RBC Wealth Management serves a broad client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering a range of advisory programs with customizable portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services.

Kristin Adam is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Annapolis, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo, she spent 15 years working at Friends and Family Flooring. Outside of her advisory role, she owns a rental property in Ocean City, MD. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to a broad range of individual, corporate, and institutional clients.

Stacey Wildberger is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. She 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 discretionary and non-discretionary advisory options. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment menus.

Kristin Long is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 28 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is currently with Morgan Stanley, having held roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney llc, Bank of America, and Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and market modeling techniques.

Andrew Di Ferdinando is a financial advisor with Fisher Investments, holding Series 65 and Series 63 designations and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Fisher Investments since 2017 and previously worked at Northwestern Mutual in various capacities from 2015 to 2017. Fisher Investments manages discretionary portfolios for a diverse global client base, including institutional and high-net-worth investors. The firm employs a centralized investment approach combining quantitative and qualitative research, offers tax-aware strategies, and provides sub-advisory and retirement plan services.

Mackenzie Watson is a CFP® professional with four years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at LPL Financial. Their work history includes roles at Charter Financial Group, Uber Inc., RZIM, SunTrust Inc., and the University of Maryland. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer supporting a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Paul Schiavone is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Churchton, MD, where he has worked since 2012, totaling 14 years of industry experience. He is a member of MJM Enterprises LLC, a women’s consignment store operated by his wife. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of investment and advisory solutions, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Thomas Carter III is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2008 and City National Bank since 2017. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutional clients, corporations, and charitable organizations with a variety of advisory programs offering portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm implements client-specific strategies using both in-house and third-party managers and integrates capital markets and alternative investments into its offerings.

Keith Manning is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the PFS™ designation along with Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses. He has 32 years of experience in the industry, with prior roles at Grove Point Advisors, Lighthouse Financial Services, Grove Point Investments, and Kamins & Manning, P.C., where he is involved in tax preparation and accounting services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party research, and advanced technologies to support both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management.

Kellie Forst is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of the Harrell Group based in Annapolis. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 2007, she has focused on providing holistic wealth management services by developing customized strategies that address clients’ entire financial situations. Kellie assists affluent and high net worth individuals, small businesses, and non-profit organizations with goals including retirement income, education planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, and portfolio management. Kellie holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the University of Maryland College Park. She has earned several professional designations, including the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ designation, Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Her approach emphasizes educating clients and helping them pursue their financial objectives while managing risks prudently. Based in Millersville, Maryland, Kellie lives with her husband and son. Outside of her professional role, she enjoys cooking, interior decorating, reading, sewing, and spending time with her family. She is also affiliated with the Sigma Kappa organization.

Paul Peck Jr. is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Annapolis, MD, bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, Mr. Peck co-owns future salon franchise ventures with his spouse. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, including specialized niche planning, and combines advisory services with other financial products and referral channels.

Jacqueline Nicholson is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 17 years of industry experience. She is currently with Cetera and previously worked at Avantax Investment Services and 1ST Global Advisors. Nicholson also serves as treasurer for the Saefern Saddle & Yacht Club and is involved in a family trust as a trustee. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Erik Thompson is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Edgewater, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2022, he worked in the automotive industry with positions at Toyota of Bowie, Nissan of Bowie, and Toyota of Waldorf. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of investment solutions, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Kelly Wittpenn is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and operates an Etsy store where she designs and sells print-on-demand items. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services primarily to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using a combination of model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Kendall Pace is a CFP® designated financial advisor with Edward Jones in Bowie, MD, where he has worked since 2019. He has six years of industry experience, including prior roles at Rev and a professional athletic career in the National Football League and Canadian Football League. His background also includes eight years in educational settings across middle school, high school, and college. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, ranging from non-high-net-worth to high-net-worth households and organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets with a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors, offering a variety of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Nicholas Peterson is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he works with business owners, founders, senior executives, and ultra-high-net-worth families. He focuses on comprehensive wealth management strategies including tax-efficient wealth strategies, business succession and exit planning, estate and legacy planning, and multi-generational wealth transfer planning. His approach emphasizes helping clients optimize after-tax outcomes, improve cash flow, manage risk, and align financial decisions with their long-term goals. Nick holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. He graduated with honors from the University of Maryland after attending the United States Naval Academy. Outside his professional work, he has volunteered as an assistant football coach for Broadneck High School and Cape St. Claire youth football. He is involved with several professional and community organizations including the Ed Snider Center for Enterprise & Markets, Maryland Chamber of Commerce, Prince George's County Crime Solvers, Anne Arundel County Holiday Sharing Program, Anne Arundel County Special Olympics, Broadneck Area Youth Sports, Broadneck High School, Cape St. Claire Youth Sports, and the M Club.

Graham Smith is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Bell Helicopters - Textron, and Burr & Forman LLP, as well as service at the South Carolina State House. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through its Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Mark Kamins is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the PFS™ designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 35 years of industry experience and has previously worked at Grove Point Investments, Grove Point Advisors, Lighthouse Financial Services, Kamins & Manning P.C., and H. Beck, Inc. Kamins serves on the board of the Guild of Temple Musicians, a nonprofit organization. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting with both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by extensive research and technology integration.

Cecilia Brown is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at LPL Financial since 2024. She previously worked for 16 years at Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in a business owner capacity unrelated to investment activities. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers various advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, supported by model portfolios, research, and technology-driven solutions.

Vincent Pasko is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients with investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm offers a broad range of planning options, including specialized services such as business-owner transition and special-needs analysis, using research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations.