Thomas Taylor is a financial advisor at Chesapeake Financial Advisors in Towson, MD, with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the PFS™ designation and Series 65 license and has been with Chesapeake Financial Advisors since 1998. Chesapeake Financial Advisors serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, estates, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and family businesses, providing personalized financial planning and portfolio management. The firm employs a strategic asset allocation approach combining passive index/ETF exposures with selected active funds, stocks, and bonds, and manages approximately $263.7 million in assets with an eight-advisor team.

Jakob Kelly is a financial advisor at Chesapeake Capital Management, LLC with a Series 65 credential and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Chesapeake Capital Management, he worked in various roles including at Ram Landscaping and State Farm. Outside of advisory work, he has worked as a restaurant waiter at Liberatore's Ristorante & Catering since 2020. Chesapeake Capital Management serves individual and high-net-worth clients by providing portfolio management and financial planning through a team of seven advisors. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory solutions, client education programs, and a wrap-fee management option.

Jonathan Brooks is a CFP® professional at Blue Curve Advisory, LLC with one year of industry experience. He previously worked in education and insurance, and since 2023 has served as an assistant part-time swim coach with Cardinal and Gold Aquatics. Blue Curve Advisory provides discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and standalone tax preparation to individual and corporate clients. The firm uses model portfolios and emphasizes fundamental analysis and modern portfolio theory in managing accounts.

James Simmons is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 28 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments and The Simmons Partnership, Inc. since 2011. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in the sales and service of fixed life insurance and annuity contracts as an insurance agent. The Simmons Partnership, Inc. advises individuals, trusts, foundations, pension plans, and corporations, serving both high-net-worth and non-HNW clients with financial planning, retirement-plan consulting, and portfolio management. The firm constructs portfolios based on client-specific asset allocation guidelines using a variety of investment vehicles and provides services on discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Ricci Reber is a financial advisor at The Simmons Partnership, Inc. with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, the University of Baltimore Merrick School of Business, and the U.S. Congressional Budget Office. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Chief Financial Officer and manager of Salt Tides, LLC, a vacation rental business in Cape Cod where he oversees financial and legal matters. The Simmons Partnership, Inc. provides personalized financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan consulting to individuals, trusts, foundations, retirement plans, and corporate clients. The firm utilizes fundamental research complemented by technical analysis to create individualized asset allocations and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Justin Garritt is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with six years of industry experience at Garritt Financial Solutions LLC in Baltimore, MD. Prior to founding his firm, he worked for 11 years with Baltimore City Public Schools. He frequently speaks at associations, schools, and non-profits. Garritt Financial Solutions provides financial planning and investment management primarily to individual clients and employer retirement plans, using a passive investment approach centered on low-cost index funds and ETFs. The firm serves a modestly sized client base and offers a range of planning services, including retirement, tax, estate, travel, and student loan analysis.

Yuanyuan Yang is a financial advisor with Return on Life Wealth Partners in Baltimore, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. Yang has worked at LPL Financial since 2012 and is also involved with Planned Financial Services and 401(k) Prosperity. Return on Life Wealth Partners provides comprehensive financial planning and portfolio management primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as pension and profit-sharing plans. The firm employs a values-driven, holistic planning process that integrates investment, risk management, and legacy strategies with client goals and offers a range of fee arrangements and specialized services.

Elizabeth Brennen is a CFP® professional with 33 years of industry experience, currently serving at A.G. Campbell Advisory, LLC. She has been with Harbor Investment Advisory LLC since 2016. Brennen serves as Treasurer and Investment Committee member of St. Thomas' Episcopal Church and holds a Vice Chair position on the Board of Trustees and Finance Committee at Hood College. A.G. Campbell Advisory provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, and family office services to individuals, high-net-worth families, and institutional clients. The firm manages diversified portfolios using asset allocation across multiple asset classes, combining fundamental and technical analysis with ongoing monitoring and manager selection.

Mark Scott Sr. is a financial advisor at A.G. Campbell Advisory, LLC in Baltimore, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations with 14 years of industry experience. He has been with A.G. Campbell Advisory since 2012. A.G. Campbell Advisory provides investment management, financial planning, access to third-party managers, and family office services to individuals, high-net-worth families, and institutional clients. The firm combines portfolio construction, ongoing monitoring, and manager selection, managing approximately $403.9 million for 61 clients with a focus on diversified asset allocation and both fundamental and technical analysis.

Lance Scott is a financial advisor at Bay Harbor Wealth Management, LLC with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bay Harbor Wealth Management and Global Financial Private Capital. Outside of advising, he serves as vice president on the board of his local homeowners association and is involved in thoroughbred horse racing through a family-owned LLC. Bay Harbor Wealth Management, LLC provides discretionary investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting primarily to individuals, high-net-worth individuals, and trusts. The firm employs a risk-based asset allocation approach using a mix of directly managed accounts, model portfolios, and third-party managers, overseeing approximately $337 million for around 385 clients with a four-advisor team.

Sam Beritela is a financial advisor at Sunlight Peaks Financial Partners, LLC with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at Sunlight Peaks since 2021, following prior roles including a year at WMS Partners and periods of self-employment. Outside of advising, Beritela is involved with Outlier Realty Capital, providing financial and corporate strategy consulting in real estate investment. Sunlight Peaks Financial Partners serves a small, family-oriented client base, typically accredited investors with at least $1 million in investable assets. The firm offers investment consulting, private investment sourcing, and financial planning through a non-discretionary, consultative model focused on buy-and-hold strategic asset allocation and detailed due diligence on private funds.

Steven Gessner is a CFP® professional with over 31 years of experience in the financial industry. He has worked at firms including United Planners' Financial Services of America and Cambridge Investment Research. He is also an independent insurance agent. He is affiliated with WPG Advisers, LLC, which serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, business entities, and trusts. The firm employs a multifaceted investment approach using fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, applying a variety of investment vehicles and incorporating artificial intelligence tools for analysis and oversight.

Rebecca Hergenroeder is a CFP® and ChFC® with 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Hergenroeder Financial Advisors, Inc. since 1999 and is also affiliated with LPL Financial LLC. In addition to her advisory work, she is a commissioned notary. Hergenroeder Financial Advisors serves individuals, business entities, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, standalone financial planning, and consulting, employing an investment approach that blends active and passive funds with tactical risk management tools.

Lisa Hergenroeder is a CFP® and ChFC® with 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Hergenroeder Financial Advisors, Inc. and LPL Financial LLC since 2003. Her background includes selling long-term care and term life insurance. Hergenroeder Financial Advisors serves individuals, business entities, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, standalone financial planning, and consulting, implementing investment strategies that combine active and passive funds, periodic rebalancing, and risk-based manager evaluation.

Nicolas Abrams is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Opulentia, LLC since 2022. Prior to joining Opulentia, he worked at Ameritas Advisory Services for 13 years and has been associated with AJW Financial Partners, LLC for 17 years. Outside of his advisory roles, he is a real estate partner at Trocellus Enterprise, LLC. Opulentia, LLC provides wealth management, financial planning, and consulting services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and select corporate and retirement plan clients. The firm delivers discretionary investment management with customized portfolios that utilize mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, supported by independent strategist models and regular portfolio reviews.

Ryan Brady is a financial advisor at Grigg Financial, LLC with a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Grigg Financial, he worked at the Securities and Exchange Commission and has held academic positions at Anne Arundel Community College, the United States Naval Academy, and the University of Maryland Baltimore County. Grigg Financial provides financial planning and discretionary portfolio management to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm implements client strategies primarily through model portfolios and sub-advisers, with an investment approach that includes equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, derivatives, structured products, and privately offered Delaware Statutory Trusts.

Scott Hoskins is a financial advisor with Nazelrod & Associates Financial Services, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 22 years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at LaSalle St Securities, Bank of America, and Merrill Lynch. Nazelrod & Associates provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual clients and trusts, including both high-net-worth and non-HNW households. The firm offers a single wrap-fee program that integrates portfolio management with tax, estate, and insurance planning, using a top-down asset allocation approach implemented mainly through mutual funds and packaged products.

Vladislav Zagranichny is a financial advisor at Legacy Financial Advisors with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked at firms including Avantax Advisory Services and Cetera. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as president of Zag Consulting Group, a CPA practice providing accounting and tax services. Legacy Financial Advisors offers financial planning, investment management, retirement plan advisory, and business consulting to individuals, families, trusts, retirement plan sponsors, and business entities. The firm employs a disciplined, goals-based investment approach with strategic asset allocation, diversification, and regular portfolio reviews, serving a select client base that includes a focus on retirement plan fiduciary services.

Mike focuses his energy into helping clients navigate all of their financial needs. His experience includes a stint on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, a career focused on investments at Brown Advisory and insurance at Securian Financial. During these experiences, he learned that a balanced approach and strategic financial planning is what can help clients achieve their goals. When not talking to clients or researching the next great opportunity for them, Mike & his wife enjoy quiet city living and relaxing whenever their new daughter allows. He loves playing soccer, lacrosse, golf, basketball… and really any sport. When he’s not meeting friends or family at the movies or the local watering hole, you can normally find him reading something very nerdy, like science fiction or financial science.

Jon Snyder is a CFP® with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Hergenroeder Financial Advisors, Inc. since 2021. His prior experience includes roles at LPL Financial LLC, Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated. Hergenroeder Financial Advisors serves individuals, business entities, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations, providing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management alongside financial planning and consulting. The firm employs a blend of active and passive investment strategies with tactical risk management tools, managing approximately $305 million in client assets.