Marcos Sagastizado is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of experience at the firm and one year at Bank of America N.A. He holds a Series 66 designation. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a limited-liability company without active business operations. 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 investment strategies for a variety of individual and institutional clients.

Brande Coleman is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Alexandria, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2022, Coleman worked at Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade, Merrill, Bank of America, and Edward Jones. Outside of advisory work, Coleman owns Nicco LLC, a retail and online store business, and is involved with Elite Formation Studio of Dance, a recreation business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers financial planning services that emphasize advisory capacity without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Mark Toia is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Falls Church, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, Axa Advisors, since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an executor and trustee for family trusts. Equitable Advisors provides a range of financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm’s approach involves matching clients to program models or discretionary managers, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Shane Keogh is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he held positions at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, SATCOM Direct, The Swift Group, Perspecta, and Caci. Outside of his advisory role, Keogh is a member of NorthXLV LLC, which is purchasing franchise rights for the Tiger Sugar bubble tea shop in Minneapolis. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

John Fleming is a financial advisor at Cetera with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Cetera in 2025, he was associated with Schlosser Fleming & Associates, Ltd. since 2004 and Avantax Advisory Services since 2011. Fleming serves as a trustee for the Attilus and Associates Retirement Plan. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving individual investors, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a broad range of portfolio management and financial planning services across various program structures and custodial relationships.

Andrew Coats is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Falls Church, VA, and has 19 years of industry experience. He worked at CitiGroup Global Markets INC for five years before joining Edward Jones in 2017. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Chia Sheng Wang is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors in 2024, Wang worked at Guggenheim Partners from 2015 to 2023. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs. The firm utilizes a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers to deliver customized investment solutions.

Matthew Wiest is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 36 years of industry experience. His career includes multiple roles within Wells Fargo entities since 2009 and a one-year tenure at Morgan Stanley. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by offering a broad range of investment and fee-based financial planning services, including specialized planning for business-owner transitions, sports and entertainment, and special-needs analysis. The firm employs proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations, with services delivered through both meetings and written summaries, and clients retain discretion over implementation.

Christopher Hughes is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at various Fidelity entities since 2015. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage a broad range of investment products.

Robert Crowe is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Arlington, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Textore, Inc., where he manages administrative tasks including invoicing and travel arrangements. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and services supported by model portfolios, research, and advanced technologies.

Neil Goetzman is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He previously spent 33 years at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. Mr. Goetzman is a managing partner of Goetzman Nau Financial Partners LLC and the owner of Goetzman Wealth Management, LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutions. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using advanced analytical tools, supports municipal and public-finance work, and offers specialized programs such as SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Nauman Peerwani is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Arlington, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and having 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC and Wells Fargo Bank NA. 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 includes both non-discretionary and discretionary options, with a broad investment menu that includes insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Patrick Mcknight is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB, and other diverse positions outside the financial sector. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, combining a large-scale client base with integrated custody and advisory capabilities.

Violet Son is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Alexandria, VA, where she has worked since 2018. She has seven years of industry experience and prior work history includes roles at MurLarkey Distilled Spirits, HITT General Contracting, George Mason University, and Open Road Bar and Grill. 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 discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, alongside affiliated mutual funds and a proprietary money market fund.

Brandon Hsia is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he worked at Lincoln Investment Planning and Hendershot Financial Group. 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 investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios and research.

Neil Goetzman is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation. He has experience working at Quadrant Strategies and has held various roles including consulting and educational positions prior to his current role. Outside of advisory work, he is involved with Goetzman Nau Financial Partners, a non-investment-related business. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse range of clients including individuals, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm uses analytical tools and risk profiling to tailor non-discretionary planning and supports advisory programs across a large network, with specialized services in municipal and public finance.

Lee Corey is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Alexandria, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and with 45 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Morgan Stanley & Co., Incorporated, and IA Dean Witter Reynolds Inc. since 1981. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning that utilizes firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services that integrate investment advisory and broker-dealer capabilities.

Alex Arinsmier is currently serving as Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments. In this leadership role, Alex focuses on motivating and empowering the team to deliver a high-quality financial services experience to clients. By leveraging the talents of associates, Alex aims to collaborate with clients on planning for their long-term financial well-being. Alex has been with Fidelity Investments since 2006, progressing through various roles including VP, Regional Planning Consultant; Account Executive; Investments Representative; Financial Representative; Retirement Investment Specialist; and 401k Customer Service Associate. This extensive experience reflects a deep understanding of investment and retirement planning. Outside of work, Alex is engaged in family activities and parenthood, enjoys football and reading, and participates in volunteering.

Karen Hammond is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 42 years of industry experience. She holds the ChFC® and Series 63 designations and has worked previously at Cetera, VOYA Financial Advisors, and her own agency, The Hammond Agency, which she continues to operate. Outside of advising, Hammond is also an author. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing a variety of management approaches and research resources.

Daniel Mcnulty is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Falls Church, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor firm, AXA Advisors, since 2001. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers. The firm focuses on client risk assessment and matching clients to investment models or discretionary managers, offering a range of mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.