Noah Trone is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he currently works to help clients achieve their financial goals. His approach involves understanding the priorities of clients and their families to collaboratively create tailored financial plans. Noah has held several roles at Fidelity Investments since 2022, including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Investment Consultant, and Planning Consultant. This range of experience has contributed to his knowledge in financial planning and client relationship management. Outside of his professional work, Noah enjoys golf and spending time with his pets.

Brian Mc Donald is a CFP® and ChFC® credentialed advisor at Edward Jones with 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2006. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and affiliated investment products. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Richard Jollon is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2014, including the Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. He serves on the Investment Committee of the Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, delivering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Ryan Albrecht is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 27 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 1999. He serves as Treasurer on the Board of Directors for The Willowsford Waves, a community organization. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm’s retirement income recommendations rely on internal research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools and feature restrictive enrollment criteria requiring a minimum level of investable assets primarily managed within Ameriprise’s affiliated product ecosystem.

Carolyn Bizilia is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by a structured process and proprietary tools.

Kamille Larrabee is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Magellan Federal and the University of Denver, as well as a position at Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurant. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC division provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors, employing a process that blends proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services, fund advisory, and model portfolios delivered to intermediary platforms.

Matthew Melton is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with six years of industry experience. He is currently with Edward Jones in Herndon, VA, where he has worked since 2022. Prior to that, he held positions at RBC Wealth Management, United Brokerage, and other firms. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Elizabeth Winstedt is a CFP® professional with 28 years of industry experience, currently serving at Cetera since 2010. She has operated Winstedt Business Services since 1992, providing tax, accounting, and planning services to individual small businesses. Additionally, she serves as co-financial secretary at Community of Faith United Methodist Church in Herndon, VA. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser supporting a large nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services to a diverse client base including individuals, employer-sponsored plans, and institutional accounts through a multi-manager platform.

Nabil Mufti is a CFP® professional with 33 years of industry experience, currently with OSAIC since 2024. He previously worked at Woodbury Financial for 19 years, and earlier with Equitable Advisors and Mony Securities Corporation. Mufti also serves as an adjunct professor teaching investments for the Corporate Education CFP program at Virginia Commonwealth University. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including retail investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients, offering brokerage and advisory services supported by a multi-advisor platform. The firm employs a model-based investment process with asset allocation and portfolio optimization, delivering discretionary and advisor-managed strategies alongside third-party money manager programs.

Maynur Karluk is a CFP® with 16 years of experience in the financial advisory industry. He has worked at OSAIC since 2024 and previously spent 15 years at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. He is also a senior partner at Miye Wire LLC, where he develops financial plans and conducts client meetings. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients, providing a range of brokerage and advisory services supported by a multi-advisor platform and a model-based investment approach.

Jennifer Abate is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With nearly 20 years of experience, she has spent a significant portion of her career at Morgan Stanley before joining her current team in 2021. Jennifer serves multiple generations of families across the United States, focusing on helping clients achieve their financial objectives including retirement planning, income strategies, and wealth management. Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Arts degree with honors from the University of Virginia and an MBA from the AB Freeman School of Business at Tulane University. She has earned professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Her practice emphasizes long-term investing, tax-efficient income strategies, Social Security planning, and considerations for insurance needs. Residing in Fairfax, Virginia, Jennifer is involved in her local community as a volunteer first responder with Ashburn Volunteer Fire & Rescue. She is a certified Firefighter and EMT in Loudoun County. Additionally, Jennifer speaks Spanish and English and enjoys running, lifting weights, and spending time with her family.

Michael Brennan is a CFP® professional with 28 years of industry experience, currently with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services from 1998 to 2006. Outside of his financial advisory role, Brennan is active in acting, participating in local theater productions and projects in television, radio, and film. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages over $600 billion in assets and offers a broad range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Kanad Tiwari is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been a member of The Greene, Metcalfe, Cole, and Associates Team since 2007 and initially started his career at Merrill in 2001 as an intern. In his current role, Kanad serves as a key point of contact for business development, client relations, and trade activities related to client portfolios. He also supports The Greene, Metcalfe, Cole, and Associates Team with their syndicate portfolios. Kanad holds an Accredited Certificate from George Mason University and maintains the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional responsibilities, he is engaged in charitable and nonprofit organizations including the US India Security Forum and Pratham USA. Kanad lives in Washington, DC with his wife, Seema, and they share interests in traveling, playing tennis, snowboarding, and spending time with their families. He is also active in his homeowners association in Reston, VA.

Christopher Claps is a financial advisor with Merrill in Leesburg, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2017 and previously spent three years with Archer Distributors, LLC. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joe Bartosic is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In his current role, he partners with clients to develop customized financial plans tailored to their specific goals and needs. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2019, progressing through several roles including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Investment Consultant, and Financial Consultant before becoming Vice President. His experience encompasses various aspects of financial consulting and client relationship management. Joe emphasizes the importance of having a sound financial plan as a key element in preparing for the future.

Gabriel Short is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Leesburg, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Merrell and Virginia Tech. Outside of advising, he is self-employed as a food delivery driver for Uber Eats. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm utilizes various third-party advisory models and offers ERISA fiduciary services, with a focus on both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

William Wallace is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Ashburn, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 33 years of industry experience. He has worked with PFS Investments Inc. and Primerica Financial Services since 1992. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in the sale of home security and automation products, as well as loan product referrals through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm employs model-delivery strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and supports execution and custody through BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing.

James Wehr is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 45 years of industry experience. He has worked with MassMutual Life Insurance Company and Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2001. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative, annual financial planning engagements and various investment programs tailored to client goals.

Thomas Stichter is a Financial Consultant currently employed with Fidelity Investments. He has been serving in this role since 2025, following a position as an Investment Consultant at the same firm from 2024 to 2025. Prior to joining Fidelity, Thomas accumulated experience as an Investment Associate at Halite Partner in 2018 and as an Investment Analyst at Cambridge Associates from 2014 to 2018. In his professional capacity, Thomas focuses on building strong, long-term relationships with clients by understanding their priorities and helping them make confident financial decisions. His background includes various roles concentrating on investment analysis and consulting, contributing to his expertise in the financial services sector. Outside of his professional activities, Thomas enjoys engaging in golf, hiking, reading, skiing, and surfing.

Ryan Shane is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he collaborates closely with clients to develop financial plans that align with their individual priorities, values, and long-term objectives. Ryan employs a team-based approach to provide comprehensive guidance and customized strategies. Prior to his current role, Ryan served as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments in 2024 and worked as a Junior Financial Consultant at Tristate Financial Advisors in 2023. These experiences have contributed to his expertise in financial planning and client advisory services. Outside of his professional work, Ryan has personal interests in cars, golf, outdoor adventures, snowboarding, tennis, and traveling.