Thomas Ricketts is a CFA® charterholder with 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Evolutionary Tree Capital Management, LLC since 2017 and previously worked at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology for one year. Evolutionary Tree Capital Management provides discretionary portfolio and investment management services to individuals, family offices, estates, trusts, retirement plans, and institutional clients, managing approximately $91.7 million in assets. The firm employs an innovation-focused, concentrated growth strategy with a long-term horizon, combining fundamental research with industry and ecosystem analysis.

Daniel Sendi is a CFP® with 27 years of experience in the financial industry. He is a principal at Portfolio Advisory Group, Inc., where he has worked since 1999. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as Vice President of Portfolio Tax Group Inc., a tax, bookkeeping, and payroll services firm. Portfolio Advisory Group provides investment advisory, consulting, and financial planning services to a range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a primarily fundamental investment approach with tailored equity allocation limits and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary asset management.

David Sendi is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience and is a principal at Portfolio Advisory Group, Inc. in Alexandria, VA, where he has worked since 1999. In addition to his advisory role, he is president of Portfolio Tax Group, Inc., which provides tax, bookkeeping, and payroll services, and he also offers legal services through a separate practice. Portfolio Advisory Group offers investment advisory, consulting, and financial planning services to a range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a primarily fundamental investment approach with both long- and short-term strategies, and provides tailored reporting and reviews to meet client objectives.

Lily Poy is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 16 years of industry experience. She has worked at Iconic Wealth Management since 2017 and previously spent four years at Omnia Vincet Capital Management, LLP. Iconic Wealth Management serves individual investors, high-net-worth individuals, and trusts by providing discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and a derivatives strategy for qualified clients. The firm employs a Quantitative Value Bias investment approach that integrates fundamental analysis, CAPM, macroeconomic inputs, and technical tools, focusing on individualized portfolio management through a small, two-advisor team.

Bernard McGinn is a CFA® charterholder with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with McGinn Investment Management since 1992 and currently serves as Chief Investment Officer of Union Street Partners LLC. McGinn Penninger Investment Management provides discretionary portfolio management primarily for high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients, employing a long-term, large-cap value equity strategy with a focus on fundamental analysis and contrarian purchases. The firm also acts as sub-adviser to the Union Street Partners Value Fund and offers portfolio management across individual accounts and the fund on a discretionary basis.

Jitendra Tandon is a financial advisor with Ficadenti Tandon Asset Management, Inc. in Springfield, VA, holding 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ficadenti Tandon Asset Management since 2000 and also has a longstanding role with the Department of Navy dating back to 1985. Ficadenti Tandon Asset Management, Inc. provides discretionary investment management and consulting services to individuals, families, trusts, businesses, and retirement plans. The firm tailors portfolios based on client-specific financial information and employs a variety of analytical techniques and investment strategies, including performance-based fee arrangements for qualified clients.

Brian Dorsey Jr. is a financial advisor at USAdvisors Wealth Management, LLC with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including TD Bank, NYLIFE Securities LLC, AXA Advisors, and Mass Mutual Investors Services. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in insurance sales through New Perspective Financial Solutions. USAdvisors Wealth Management provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm employs a combination of fundamental analysis and asset allocation, utilizing model portfolios from multiple third-party providers and offering accounts managed on a discretionary basis with regular suitability reviews.

Jessica Gibbs is a CFP® professional with nine years of experience in financial advising. She has been with Monument Wealth Management since 2015. Monument Capital Management serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and estates with investment advisory and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $648 million through a team of nine advisors, offering diversified investment strategies and access to private funds and independent managers.

Michelle Glicklin is a financial advisor at McLaughlin Ryder Investments, Inc. with 28 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with McLaughlin Ryder since 2011. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as the treasurer of Temple B'nai Shalom and is the vice chair of its endowment committee. McLaughlin Ryder Investments serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, businesses, and retirement plans. The firm employs a client-centered investment approach, utilizing both active and passive funds, individual equities, and fixed income, with most accounts managed on a non-discretionary basis.

Cathleen Phelps is a financial advisor with Monument Wealth Management in Alexandria, VA, holding a Series 65 license and four years of industry experience. She has been with Monument Wealth Management since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she is associated with CDP Consulting LLC, a consulting business based in Alexandria. Monument Wealth Management serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and estates with investment advisory and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $648 million across a team of nine advisors and employs a range of strategies including discretionary asset management, modular and full financial plans, and access to independent managers and private funds for qualified clients.

Patrick Kimmel is a financial advisor with WealthCrest Financial Services, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He has been associated with Cambridge Investment Research and WealthCrest Financial Services since 2019. WealthCrest Financial Services provides financial planning, consulting, and investment supervisory services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as pension and profit-sharing plans. The firm employs a fee-based portfolio management approach using custodial and platform relationships with Pershing and Cambridge, combining fundamental and technical analysis with various trading strategies.

William Cotton is a financial advisor at Fortress Private Ledger, LLC with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at LPL Financial LLC and S2K Financial LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner at Collegiate Financial Group, focusing on financial planning. Fortress Private Ledger advises individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals and employer-sponsored retirement plans, offering financial planning, portfolio management, ERISA-qualified retirement plan consulting, and Qualified Opportunity Zone advisory services. The firm’s investment approach integrates trend identification and technical analysis with complementary strategies across various asset types, supported by a network of investment adviser representatives and third-party managers.

Patrick Beagle is a CFP® and ChFC® with 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors Inc. and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. since 2007 and has been with Wealthcrest Financial Services, LLC since 2004. He is the owner of WealthCrest Educational Services, which provides financial literacy and pre-retirement benefits training to federal employees. He also serves as treasurer for the Springfield South Condo Association. WealthCrest Financial Services offers financial planning, consulting, and investment supervisory services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as pension and profit-sharing plans. The firm provides fee-based portfolio management utilizing custodial relationships with Pershing and Cambridge, employing a mix of fundamental and technical analysis alongside various trading strategies and regular account reviews.

David Nelson is a CFA® charterholder with 21 years of industry experience. He is currently a team advisor at Monument Wealth Management in Alexandria, VA, where he has worked since 2026. Prior to this, he spent nine years at Verdence Capital Advisors and one year at PagnatoKarp. Nelson is also a partner in an investment partnership focused on personal investments. Monument Wealth Management serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and estates, managing approximately $648 million through a team of nine advisors. The firm offers discretionary asset management and comprehensive financial planning, employing a mix of fundamental and technical analyses across various investment strategies.

Jacobson Truex is a CFP® with eight years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at McLaughlin Ryder Investments, Inc. since 2020. His prior experience includes roles at Foreside Fund Services and AdvisorShares Investments. He is involved in community and professional activities, including serving as a board member and financial committee member for the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce and holding several advisory and volunteer roles related to investment and fiscal affairs in the Alexandria area. McLaughlin Ryder Investments serves individuals, families, trusts, charitable organizations, businesses, and retirement plans with a client-centered investment approach that combines active and passive strategies across various asset classes. The firm manages accounts predominantly on a non-discretionary basis and integrates broker-dealer activities and wrap-fee programs alongside affiliated advisory services.

Bianca San is a CFP® certificant with four years of industry experience, currently serving at Monument Wealth Management. Her prior experience includes roles at Osaic Wealth, Cassaday & Company, and AMJ Financial Wealth Management. Monument Wealth Management provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and estates, managing approximately $648 million with a team of nine advisors. The firm employs a combination of ETFs, mutual funds, and individual equities across various strategies, utilizing both fundamental and technical analysis alongside ongoing portfolio monitoring.

Emily Harper is a CFP® professional with 13 years of industry experience. She has worked at Monument Wealth Management since 2017, following prior roles at LPL Financial and T Rowe Price Investment Services. Harper holds the Series 66 license. Monument Capital Management provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and estates. The firm manages approximately $648 million with a team of nine advisors, offering discretionary asset management and a variety of investment strategies that combine ETFs, mutual funds, individual equities, and private investment funds for qualified clients.

Matthew Krouse is a CFP® with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Opal Wealth Advisors, LLC since 2021. Prior to joining Opal, he worked at Edward Jones for 19 years. He is a board member of the Rotary Club of Pleasantville and participates in the leadership of Man On Fire, a support group focused on personal growth. Opal Wealth Advisors provides comprehensive wealth management and financial planning services to individuals, families, high-net-worth clients, and retirement plans. The firm employs a planning-centric, customized investment process using proprietary model portfolios, quantitative and qualitative screening, and ongoing manager due diligence.

Dean Catino is a CFP® professional with 24 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Monument Wealth Management since 2012. He previously worked at LPL Financial from 2008 to 2018. Monument Capital Management provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and estates. The firm manages approximately $648 million through a team of nine advisors, offering discretionary asset management, modular and full financial plans, and access to unaffiliated independent managers and private investment funds for qualified clients.

James Rooney is a CFA charterholder with 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Avenir Corporation since 1998. Avenir Corporation provides discretionary investment management to a diverse client base, including individuals, families, trusts, pension plans, foundations, and pooled investment vehicles. The firm employs a bottom-up, core value investment strategy focused on capital preservation and real returns, utilizing detailed company analysis and direct engagement with management across various security types.