Corey Grimes is a financial advisor at Turning Point Financial in Frederick, MD, holding a Series 65 designation with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Turning Point Financial, he worked at Carmax for 11 years. Turning Point Financial serves individual and family clients, entrepreneurial business owners, and retirement plan clients, offering financial planning, discretionary investment management, and model-based asset management. The firm integrates in-house tax and accounting capabilities alongside its fiduciary planning process and uses third-party sub-advisers to manage client portfolios.

Michael Ausherman Jr. is a financial advisor with Milestone Asset Management, LLC, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses, and has 18 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Alphastar Capital Management, Brookstone Capital Management, Legacy Capital Planners, and Ausherman Financial Group, which he owns and operates as a separate insurance sales business. He is also involved in financial planning and income tax preparation through Legacy Capital Planners. Milestone Asset Management provides discretionary asset management and modular financial planning primarily to individual clients, including high-net-worth households, as well as trusts, estates, and business entities. The firm employs a blend of tactical and strategic investment approaches using firm-developed and third-party model portfolios, sub-advisers, and derivative-based strategies.

Thomas Pignone is a financial advisor at Turning Point Financial with 51 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Turning Point Financial and its affiliated entities since 1994. Prior to his current role, he worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors Inc. for six years. Turning Point Financial serves individual and family clients, business owners, and retirement plan clients with financial planning, discretionary investment management, and model-based asset management. The firm integrates in-house tax and accounting services with its fiduciary planning process and uses third-party sub-advisers alongside ongoing portfolio monitoring and annual client reviews.

David Ocasio is a ChFC® credentialed advisor at Horter Investment Management, LLC with four years of industry experience. He previously worked at Patriot Advisory Group and has been involved with Highland Capital Brokerage since 2005. Ocasio is also the owner and sole proprietor of Ocasio Financial Services, where he operates as an annuity wholesaler. Horter Investment Management provides portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, pension plans, and corporations. The firm utilizes a combination of model and multi-manager portfolios, third-party money managers, and alternative investments as part of its investment oversight.

Brian Williamson is a financial advisor at Veridian Capital Partners with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, he is the principal of Estate Legal Services, LLC, providing legal estate planning and probate services, and serves as a board member and treasurer for the District of Columbia Arts Center, a nonprofit promoting visual and performing arts. Veridian Capital Partners is a team-based registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, estates, and business clients with discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement consulting. The firm employs a multi-method investment approach that includes qualitative, quantitative, and technical analysis across a broad range of strategies.

Kurt Lalomia is a Certified Financial Planner® with 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Turning Point Financial since 2019 and previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research and Janney Montgomery Scott. In addition to his advisory role, Lalomia is an independent insurance agent representing various companies. Turning Point Financial serves individual and family clients, business owners, and retirement plans by providing financial planning, discretionary investment management, tax and accounting services, business valuation, and insurance recommendations. The firm employs a team-based, fiduciary approach that integrates behavioral and financial risk profiling with customized and model portfolio solutions.

William Heil is a financial advisor at Turning Point Financial in Frederick, MD, holding CFP® and Series 66 credentials with 15 years of industry experience. He previously worked for Klauenberg Retirement Solutions for 12 years and has served as treasurer of Rosebud Gun Club, Inc., a nonprofit social club, on a volunteer basis. Turning Point Financial serves individual and family clients, entrepreneurial business owners, and certain retirement plan clients, providing financial planning, discretionary investment management, tax and accounting services, business valuation, and insurance product recommendations through a team-based fiduciary planning process.

Sarah Hofman is a financial advisor at Veridian Capital Partners with nine years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked with firms including Brian L. Runkles Inc. and Ameriprise Financial Services. Hofman has been with Veridian Capital Partners and Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments since 2021. Veridian Capital Partners is a team-based registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, estates, and business clients with discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-method investment approach incorporating qualitative, quantitative, and technical analysis across a broad range of strategies, including the use of derivatives within separately managed accounts.

Dane Grouell is a financial advisor with Turning Point Financial, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Apex Retirement Advisors, DRS Wealth Management, and Paulson Investment Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as Secretary and Board Member of Tualatin Valley Playschool, a nonprofit preschool in Tigard, Oregon. Turning Point Financial is a team-based firm serving individuals, families, business owners, and retirement plan clients with financial planning, discretionary investment management, and related services. The firm integrates tax and accounting capabilities alongside insurance product recommendations, utilizing third-party sub-advisers and custodial platforms for portfolio management.

Neil Kaplan is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with eight years of industry experience. He is currently with Caitlin John, LLC and previously worked at Guardian Pointe Private Wealth Management, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates KIS Financial, LLC, a business focused on college funding solutions and insurance products. Caitlin John, LLC serves retail and high-net-worth individuals, trusts, qualified retirement plan sponsors, and other institutions, offering investment management, financial planning, consulting, and qualified retirement plan services. The firm provides personalized investment programs through a team of registered investment adviser representatives, utilizing a range of strategies and instruments, including proprietary dynamic allocation strategies and consulting on non-traditional investments.

Benjamin Dorsey is a CFP® and PFS™ credentialed advisor with six years of industry experience. He is currently with Analog Capital Partners LLC and also serves as Senior Tax Manager at EagleStone Tax & Accounting Services and President of Strategic Tax Planning, both CPA firms. Analog Capital Partners provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning to individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as subadvisory services to other investment advisers. The firm builds customized portfolios utilizing various investment approaches and manages approximately $92.8 million in discretionary assets.

Brennan Gmeiner is a financial advisor at Turning Point Financial with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Purse Kaplan Sterling Investments and Cambridge Investment Research. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the board of directors for St. Johns Regional School and is president of a local networking group in Frederick, MD. Turning Point Financial serves individual and family clients, business owners, and certain retirement plans, providing financial planning, discretionary investment management, tax and accounting services, business valuation, and insurance product recommendations. The firm employs a team-based fiduciary planning process and integrates in-house tax and accounting capabilities alongside its investment management approach.

David Strausser is a financial advisor at Turning Point Financial with a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Merrill Lynch, ABWE, UPS, and Penn State Harrisburg. Outside of financial advising, Mr. Strausser works as a delivery subcontractor for DoorDash. Turning Point Financial serves individual and family clients, entrepreneurial business owners, and retirement plan clients with financial planning, discretionary investment management, and model-based asset management. The firm integrates in-house tax and accounting services with investment management and insurance offerings, employing a team-based fiduciary planning process.

Ryan Morisey is a financial advisor at Turning Point Financial with a Series 65 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Franciscan University of Steubenville and Tanney, Griffith, & Bresler P.A. He is also a licensed insurance agent and occasionally offers insurance products to clients. Turning Point Financial serves individual and family clients, business owners, and retirement plans by providing financial planning, discretionary investment management, and tax and accounting services. The firm employs a team-based fiduciary planning process and integrates in-house tax and accounting capabilities alongside affiliated insurance activities.

Chandru Ramachandran is a Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®) with 28 years of industry experience. He is currently a private wealth advisor at Veridian Capital Partners, where he has worked since 2021. Prior to that, he was with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 16 years. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of Diversified Business Associates, LLC, a company that supports the operations of his financial planning practice. Veridian Capital Partners is a team-based registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, estates, and business clients with discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-method investment approach utilizing qualitative, quantitative, and technical analysis across a broad range of strategies, including the use of derivatives and options within separately managed accounts.

Ethan Holobinko is a financial advisor at Veridian Capital Partners in Frederick, MD. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Veridian since 2024. Prior to joining the firm, he worked at Meritus Medical Center and attended Mount Saint Mary's University. Veridian Capital Partners is a team-based registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, estates, and business clients with discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-method investment approach that includes qualitative, quantitative, and technical analysis across a broad range of strategies.

Stephanie Ramachandran is a financial advisor with Veridian Capital Partners, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 16 years before joining Veridian and Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments in 2021. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in financial planning and bookkeeping through Diversified Business Associates. Veridian Capital Partners is a team-based registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, estates, and business clients with discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-method investment approach that includes asset allocation, fixed income, options, and derivatives, and sponsors a wrap fee program with individualized management for its clients.

Katelyn Kantruss is a financial advisor at Veridian Capital Partners with two years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at Lighthouse Wealth Management and BNY Mellon. Katelyn took time away from the industry between 2018 and 2020. Veridian Capital Partners is a team-based registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, estates, and business clients with discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-method investment approach that includes qualitative, quantitative, and technical analysis, utilizing a broad range of strategies such as asset allocation, options, and margin trading.

Richard Baker is a financial advisor with Milestone Asset Management, LLC, holding Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 18 years of industry experience. He concurrently serves clients at Brookstone Capital Management and Legacy Capital Planners, where he provides tax planning services. Mr. Baker is a board member of The Prepare Institute, a nonprofit organization. Milestone Asset Management offers discretionary asset management and modular financial planning primarily to individual clients, trusts, estates, and business entities. The firm employs a combination of tactical and strategic investment approaches, utilizing both firm-developed and third-party model portfolios, overlay management, and access to a variety of sub-advisers and derivative-based investment tools.

Mary Troxell is a financial advisor at Turning Point Financial with 37 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked with multiple firms, including Cambridge Investment Research and PURSHE KAPLAN STERLING INVESTMENTS. She also operates Mary Kathleen Troxell, LLC, which provides fixed insurance products such as life insurance, long-term care insurance, and fixed annuities. Turning Point Financial serves individual and family clients, entrepreneurial business owners, and retirement plan clients through a team-based fiduciary planning process. The firm offers financial planning, discretionary investment management, tax and accounting services, business valuation, and insurance product recommendations.