Sheila Cheek is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Edward Jones since 2012. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including a broad range of households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets, offering various advisory strategies and affiliated investment products through a large nationwide network of financial advisors.

Jose Rodriguez is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in helping professionals, business owners, executives, and families navigate the complexities of wealth management by integrating investment management, retirement planning, wealth transfer, and banking and lending strategies into coordinated financial plans. Fluent in English and Spanish, Jose takes a comprehensive approach to understand clients' goals, values, and long-term priorities. He holds professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Jose earned his bachelor's degree from American University and completed his high school education at Carol Morgan School. He is a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. Raised in the Dominican Republic by parents with careers in banking, Jose developed an appreciation for guiding clients beyond transactions toward meaningful financial goals. He currently resides in Washington, DC, with his Standard Schnauzer, Mangu. Outside of work, he enjoys fishing, horseback riding, skiing, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Timothy Veith is a Senior Financial Advisor with the VBC Group, affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with ultra-high-net-worth clients to develop customized financial strategies and long-term initiatives aimed at growing and preserving their wealth. Timothy focuses on understanding clients' goals, concerns, and aspirations to create personalized wealth strategies that address the distinctive needs of multiple generations. He also contributes to portfolio management within the VBC Group by conducting research and implementing trading. Timothy began his financial services career in 2006 as a Registered Client Associate with Smith Barney and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2008. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from James Madison University and has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He specializes in areas such as corporate executive services, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, portfolio management services, and individual and corporate investment strategy. Timothy resides in Rockville, Maryland, with his wife and their three children.

Alex Digirolamo is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with a Series 65 credential and seven years of industry experience. He has held roles at Primerica Advisors since 2018 and is currently associated with DiGi Financial. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in non-investment related referrals for home security and automation products and holds a partnership in Next Gen Ventures LLC. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm uses a tiered wrap-fee structure and curates third-party asset managers, delegating trading responsibilities to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Edward Hayes is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2018 and previously worked at Spouting Rock Capital Advisors LLC. Hayes serves as a board member for the Society of Presidential Descendants, a nonprofit organization based in Atlanta, Georgia. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning that utilizes firm-approved tools and analysis methods. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides a range of investment and planning services.

Francis Donnelly is a CFP® with two years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial in Alexandria, VA. His prior roles include positions at M&T Bank, Wells Fargo, Truist Financial Corp, US Bank, and TIAA Bank. Donnelly also holds a notary appointment with M&T Bank. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Shaun Fulton is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2017, and previously at Bank of America and Merrill from 2011 to 2017. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and investment models as part of its financial planning process.

Jennifer Mc Guire is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes positions at UBS and roles in education at American University, Northwestern University, San Juan Hills High School, and Ladera Ranch Middle School. 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, and institutional investors.

Ryan Wentworth is a CFP® professional with 13 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial. He previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill. Wentworth also owns Wentworth Financial Group, a non-investment-related business based in Severna Park, MD. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

James Cusick is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 35 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and Citigroup Global Markets. He is based in Washington, DC. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide personalized, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Sarah Simon is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2011. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and delivers advisory work using proprietary research and model-based asset allocations.

Travis Ilitch is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation. He began his advisory career in 2026 and has prior experience with several firms including D1 Capital LP, Sona Asset Management, and Radcliff. Outside of finance, he has been involved with George Mason Baseball Camps and attended Georgetown University. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and a range of capital markets solutions. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client strategies.

John Limroth is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and Wilbanks Smith and Thomas Asset Management. Outside of advisory roles, he is the captain and owner of King Tide Charters, LLC, a fishing charter and aquatic services business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning and advisory programs supported by structured planning tools and a variety of investment solutions.

Patrick Adams is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Washington, DC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2004. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, leveraging proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client strategies.

Stephen Schad is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Edgewater, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Schad also engages in fiduciary activities as an attorney-in-fact (power of attorney). Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for clients with significant investable assets, utilizing a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to provide personalized, non-discretionary recommendations primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement. The firm delivers a wide range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its institutional platform.

Lindsay Owens is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 18 years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Chase Bank NA and JPMorgan Securities LLC for 15 years. Owens holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and is based in Washington, DC. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Soo Jeong Heo is a Series 66–licensed financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Barings and Stride Inc, as well as entrepreneurial experience running Doma Korean Kitchen. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Greg Roemer is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Washington, DC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent and its affiliated entities since 2002. Outside of his advisory work, Roemer serves on the Advancement Advisory Committee for Rockbridge Academy, a private K-12 religious school. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits, delivering holistic, goal-based financial analyses and planning without discretionary trading authority. The firm’s approach separates planning from managed-account services and does not include institutional portfolio management.

George Galster is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Treasurer on the Board of Directors for Communities United Against Hate, a nonprofit organization. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services tailored for individuals approaching or in retirement, focusing on tax-smart withdrawal strategies and Social Security options. The firm combines research and modeling with advisory services and provides a range of brokerage and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Evan Carter is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. He has been with Fidelity since 2022, initially serving as a Relationship Manager before transitioning to his current position. Prior to joining Fidelity, Evan worked in various financial roles, including Mortgage Consultant at Newrez from 2021 to 2022, Premier Banker at Wells Fargo from 2017 to 2021, and Personal Banker at Wells Fargo from 2012 to 2017. Evan's approach to financial planning emphasizes understanding the client's priorities to build personalized plans that address lifetime and legacy goals. He supports clients in navigating their financial journeys with clarity and confidence. Outside of his professional work, Evan's personal interests include family activities, gardening, golf, and parenthood.