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.

Andrew Miller is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Columbia, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he worked at Charter Financial Group and has been involved with Honeywood Rentals, a party and event rental business, as an inventory manager and installer. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers.

Peter Ocasio IV is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Millersville, MD, holding CFP® and Series 66 designations with 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2016, he served in the U.S. Army at the Defense Logistics Agency - Army, TSC Central Maryland from 2010 to 2017. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm is notable for its large network of advisors and branches, as well as its affiliated trust company and securities-based lending options.

John Cox Jr. is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 22 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2004. Outside of his advisory work, he engages in freelance writing and art, submitting short stories, poetry, and artwork for contests and publication. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, with a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

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.

Alicia Mosebrook is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and seven years of industry experience. Her background includes roles at AXA Advisors, Clearone Advantage, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Mary Kay, and The Pennsylvania State University. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as vice president of the Thunderbolt Society and works part-time at Wyndham Gettysburg in an event support role. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of investment programs through its network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing third-party managers and curated advisory models.

Jeffrey Mckee is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 16 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2010. Prior to that, he was associated with Home Savings of America starting in 2008. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm employs a structured planning process using proprietary tools and provides services that include managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Colin Roddy is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Merrill, Heritage Financial Consultants, and City Life Community Builders. 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 services. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related investment options alongside traditional products.

Rita Russell is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 16 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and has also worked at Wells Fargo Bank NA since 2011. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Samuel Kushner is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Advisors, T. Rowe Price, and teaching experience at the University of Maryland and McDonogh School. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party resources.

James Straut is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Wells Fargo since 2016, following a prior role at Morgan Stanley from 2001 to 2005. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Ellen Shiery is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She brings over 15 years of experience in financial services, working with a diverse clientele including business owners, executives, real estate professionals, and individuals from various cultural backgrounds. Ellen specializes in assisting clients who are navigating significant life transitions such as retirement, divorce, and the sale of a business, offering expertise in areas like college education planning, family wealth management, philanthropic planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, personal retirement planning, and tax minimization. Ellen holds a Bachelor's degree from Wesley College and multiple professional certifications, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She emphasizes building trusted relationships through clear communication and education, ensuring clients understand the rationale behind financial decisions to help them feel informed and confident. Beyond her professional role, Ellen is actively involved in community organizations such as the Anne Arundel Medical Center Foundation, Junior League of Annapolis, and Anne Arundel Women Giving Together. Her personal interests include antiquing, cooking, genealogy, ice hockey, knitting and crocheting, reading, and traveling.

Stephen Root is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Annapolis, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Citigroup Global Markets and Legg Mason Wood Walker, Incorporated. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage solutions. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and supports a broad range of financial products and services through its bank and insurance affiliates.

Alexander Dodge is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with Series 66 credentials and no prior industry experience. He has held various roles outside the financial sector, including positions at The Home Depot and the University of Maryland’s Department of Recreation and Wellness. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to a broad client base, including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes a range of advisory models and third-party program sponsors to deliver investment solutions.

Robert Kamya is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Washington, DC, holding the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has 14 years of industry experience, including prior roles at PNC Investments from 2011 to 2019. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non‑qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s advisory process 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 offerings.

Matthew Tew is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill, Bank of America, and Morgan Stanley, along with a one-year tenure at Howard County Public Schools. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s process incorporates both quantitative and qualitative research and may include ESG considerations in its recommendations.