Tuananh Vu is a financial advisor at Stifel with eight years of industry experience. He has held positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Bank of America prior to joining Stifel in 2022. Outside of his advisory work, Vu is active as a musician, serves as a treasurer for a nonprofit focused on Vietnamese leadership, participates in an Asian culture podcast, and acts as a brand ambassador for a hard seltzer company. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by proprietary investment analysis and allocation methodologies.

Chris Meighan is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Falls Church, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Grove Point Advisors, LLC, Grove Point Investments, LLC, and Meyers Meighan Wealth Management Group, where he has been active since 2002. Meighan also has a business interest in Meighan Wealth Management Group LLC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios, third-party research, and technology-driven strategies.

Joseph Accurso is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He serves as a Senior Portfolio Manager on an international advisory team, advising high-net-worth individuals, families, and institutions on complex investment and planning needs across global markets. His role involves managing personalized strategies that may incorporate individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. With nearly two decades as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and over a decade of prior experience as a proprietary trader, Joseph combines institutional trading experience with holistic wealth planning. His expertise spans risk-managed, data-driven portfolio construction, asset allocation, and downside protection, especially in volatile markets. He focuses on wealth accumulation, preservation, multi-generational transfer, integrating investment management with tax-aware planning, estate strategies, and cross-border considerations. Joseph holds a Bachelor's degree from Rutgers University and professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is fluent in English and Italian. Outside of his professional work, his personal interests include adventure sports, billiards, boxing, chess, football, horseback riding, music, skiing, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

Brian Northern is a financial advisor with Merrill in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at Heritage Financial Consultants and has held various roles outside of finance, including positions at Domino's and Brookeville Beer Farm. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jeffrey Seibel is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 27 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory services to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers its services through various programs, including those using advanced modeling techniques for planning outcomes.

Dino Anders is a financial advisor with Merrill in Washington, DC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1998 and also works with Bank of America, N.A. since 2018. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved as an owner of nonprofit organizations related to property management, including Waterford Condominium and Mary House. 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 range of individual and institutional clients.

Mohammed Ajmeri is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. In this capacity, he works closely with clients to simplify financial planning, helping them identify their financial goals and develop strategies to achieve them. He prioritizes building long-lasting and trustworthy relationships to ensure personalized financial planning tailored to each client's interests and aspirations. Prior to his current position, Mohammed gained experience as a Sr. Premier Banker at Wells Fargo from 2021 to 2024, and as a Wealth Relationship Manager, AVP, at Citibank from 2016 to 2020. He is proficient in Gujarati, Hindi, and Urdu. Outside of his professional life, Mohammed enjoys biking, fishing, horseback riding, outdoor adventures, parenthood, and reading.

Cynthia Pierce is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over thirty years of industry experience. She provides goals-based wealth management services to affluent families, accomplished professionals, successful business owners, and philanthropic organizations. Alongside a team of firm specialists, she focuses on delivering customized advice, exceptional service, and a disciplined approach to investing. Her areas of expertise include divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and ESG investing, women and wealth, and retirement income. Cynthia holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). She earned her bachelor's degree from Sweet Briar College. Cynthia follows the Merrill tradition of community participation, dedicating time to volunteer with local organizations. Her personal interests include boating, horseback riding, photography, and traveling. She was named to the Forbes "America's Top Women Wealth Advisors" list in 2024 and also recognized in the Forbes "Best in State Wealth Advisors" list the same year.

Nicole Dresner is a financial advisor with Merrill and holds a Series 66 credential. She has three years of industry experience, including roles at Bank of America and Merrill since 2023. Outside of her advisory work, Nicole is involved in community activities as a part-time instructor for children’s gymnastics and cheerleading. Merrill, along 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 diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Katherine Mcsween is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In her role, she provides integrated strategy, implementation, and service to a select group of clients nationwide. She works with a diverse clientele, including small-business owners, executives, and multi-generational families, with a particular sensitivity to the financial needs of women through all life stages. Katherine's expertise encompasses investment management, trust and estate planning services, credit and banking through Bank of America, retirement planning strategy, and philanthropy. As a Portfolio Manager, she manages personalized or defined strategies on a discretionary basis, incorporating individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. She began her wealth management career in 2007 and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Katherine earned her Bachelor's Degree from James Madison University. Outside of work, she enjoys fitness and embraces it as a way of life, pursuing new adventures and physical challenges often with her family and friends. Her personal interests include cooking, interior decorating, reading, running, swimming, tennis, and writing.

Yonatan Ruffin is a financial advisor at Merrill with three years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America N.A. and Merrill. Prior to his financial career, he was employed at Kenmos Structural Engineering, Asham Trade & Industry PLC, and Unity University. Merrill, along 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jenny Lira is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2015, with a brief period of unemployment in 2020-2021. Based in Washington, DC, she is part of a large firm network. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning that includes structured discovery conversations and approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers a broad range of retail and institutional investment services.

Tyler Jones is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at various entities within the J.P. Morgan organization since 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he officiates high school and NCAA basketball games. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm’s approach includes quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence, with a focus on ESG criteria and non-discretionary client decision-making.

Sandra Guerrant is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 22 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, following earlier experience at Citigroup Global Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and firm-approved methodologies to support its clients' financial goals.

John Hasenberg is a Senior Financial Advisor and Managing Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 25 years of experience in financial advising. He leads an eight-person team serving a diverse array of families and businesses, with a focus on dentists, business owners, and non-profit organizations. John's areas of expertise include college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, legacy planning, managing new wealth, and personal retirement planning. He holds the Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) designations from recognized industry organizations. Before his financial services career began in 2001, John worked as a television reporter and producer specializing in business and political news, having been employed by First Business Television, CNN, The McLaughlin Group, Frontline, NBC4, and FOX5. He earned a bachelor's degree in journalism from Northwestern University. John is active in various business and civic organizations, including serving on the Investment Committee of the Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School and involvement with the Avalon Foundation and Leadership Greater Washington. Previously, he has held board positions with the Milton Jewish Day School, Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship, Jubilee Housing, and Levine Music. A native of Washington, D.C., and a graduate of D.C. Public Schools, John resides in Bethesda and St. Michaels, Maryland, with his wife Kimberly and their two labradoodles. He enjoys playing pickleball, cooking, traveling, and spending time with his college-age children Ellie and Benny.

Michael Hartary is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and holds a Series 66 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with tailored financial planning and a wide array of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning processes that incorporate advanced modeling techniques.

Tyler Jennings is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, focusing on providing personalized wealth management strategies that align with clients' unique financial goals. He specializes in family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and tax minimization. Tyler connects all aspects of his clients' financial lives to help prioritize and pursue the goals that matter most to them. Prior to becoming a financial advisor, Tyler's career spanned roles in industrial sales, home building estimation, and automotive mechanics. His interest in financial markets and money stewardship grew from personal experience and a family connection to the industry. Tyler holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designation and earned his high school diploma from Commonwealth Academy. Tyler is active in his community, participating in the Kiwanis organization. He lives in Bristow, VA with his wife and two children. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time camping, fishing, hiking, engaging with music and photography, and being with his family.

Isabel Barrow is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edelman Financial Engines, bringing 24 years of industry experience. She has worked with several affiliated firms including Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. and EF Legacy Securities, LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she holds a partnership interest in a family farm but has no active involvement in its operations. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm employs a committee-driven modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, managing diversified portfolios with a long-term focus and offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions.

Andrew Sheridan is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in wealth management strategies tailored to individual clients, including areas such as college education planning, executive compensation, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and tax minimization. Andrew began his career in financial services in 2007 and joined The Hasenberg Hartsock Group in 2014. He works with individuals, families, businesses, local government employees, non-profits, and multi-generational families to develop strategies that balance their financial objectives with their core values. His approach involves a disciplined process focused on understanding each client's unique needs, concerns, and priorities. He holds a BS in Business from Mount Saint Mary's University (2007) and has completed an Accredited Certificate Program from the College for Financial Planning. Andrew is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), a CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR® (CPFA®), a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and a Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He serves on the steering committee for the Mount St. Mary's DC Alumni Association and volunteers with organizations including the Knights of Columbus and Cup of Joe meal packing events. Andrew lives in Vienna, Virginia, with his wife Katherine and their four children.

Linda Krupka is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Washington, DC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2016. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets and serving a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting through various programs and utilizes multiple portfolio management styles supplemented by firm research and affiliated sub-advisers.