Don Morton is a CFP® professional with five years of industry experience, currently with Edward Jones since 2021. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC and operated a business called Don's Mix LLC d.b.a. Shrub District from 2015 to 2019. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies under a fiduciary standard.

Bruce Tanous is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 25 years of industry experience. He has held roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2006 and worked at Neuberger Berman BD LLC from 2001 to 2006. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary program supported by centralized due diligence and a manager solutions team.

Matthew Carroccio is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Washington, DC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Citigroup Global Markets from 2002 to 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the finance committees of the Washington Jesuit Academy and the Safe Shores DC Advocacy Center. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm utilizes research and analytics to evaluate managers and investment options while providing a range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

William Stewart is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Annapolis, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Janney Montgomery Scott for 13 years before joining Raymond James in 2022. Stewart is involved with the ESF Dream Camp Foundation in Bryn Manor, PA. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and investment adviser serving individuals, institutions, and municipal entities with a range of advisory services, including financial planning and institutional consulting, supported by extensive research and various portfolio management options.

Zyon Jenkins is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2025, he worked at Foreside Fund Services, Harborside Sales Group, Kestra Advisory, and Kestra Investment Services, as well as in roles outside finance including at Chewy and First National Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients both directly and through Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Kevin Ramos is a financial advisor at Merrill with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 credentials and has worked previously at Raymond James & Associates and Morgan Stanley. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kevin Gallagher is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 designations and having 20 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he spent 18 years at Lincoln Investment Planning Inc. He is also the author of the publication *IS YOUR FINANCIAL ADVISOR FAILING YOU?* LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies supported by research and technology tools.

Stefan Shrivastava is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank since 2017, following prior roles at Merrill and Yale University. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process incorporates both quantitative and qualitative research and includes a range of derivative and commodity capabilities.

Richard Cox Jr. is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 22 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Farmers Financial Solutions for 12 years and has been with Raymond James entities since 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates Sentinels Financial Group LLC, which provides support and insurance services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a wide range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by analytical tools and serves a large network of advisors, with specialized municipal advisory capabilities and targeted consulting programs.

Andrew Nurmi is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he collaborates with clients to develop foundational financial strategies tailored to their goals and unique needs throughout their lives. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2022, holding various positions including Investment Consultant, Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. Prior to his career in financial services, Andrew worked as an Independent Insurance Investigator, Appraiser, and Adjuster at Johns Eastern Company from 2012 to 2021. His experience spans financial consulting and insurance investigation, providing a broad perspective on client needs and risk management. Outside of his professional work, Andrew enjoys baseball, golf, spending time with family, and caring for pets.

George Murdoch is a financial advisor at Merrill holding a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience and previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. Murdoch’s background includes several years of involvement with Scouting America councils. Merrill provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Lee Bollhorst is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Severna Park, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he occasionally plays in a band on weekends. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Laurette Dearden is a CFP® professional with 30 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. She has held roles at several firms, including The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America and Petersen International Underwriters. In addition to her advisory work, she owns a tax preparation and accounting practice. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts, offering a range of portfolio management and consulting services through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm employs a multi-manager platform with diverse program structures and custodial relationships.

Keith Apton is a Series 66-registered financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Washington, DC, where he has worked since 2009. He has 24 years of industry experience. Outside of his advisory role, Apton serves on the boards of several organizations, including a pharmaceutical distribution company and a farming nonprofit, and is involved in employee ownership education through The ESOP Association and the National Center for Employee Ownership. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining proprietary research and capital market assumptions to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services through a broad platform of investment, custody, and capital markets solutions.

Atleena Jino is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with three years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked in various roles within JPMorgan Chase and at the University of Florida. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research supported by a centralized due diligence team.

Jake Sodeman is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 2012. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides a broad range of capital markets and research resources.

Adam Bellacicco is a CFP® and Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2019 and previously held positions at Cordoba Corporation, Gap Inc., and Calypso Technology. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of a beach house rental property managed through a third party. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors.

Rick Starr is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with nine years of industry experience. He currently works at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, having previously been with Bank of America, Merrill, and other firms. Rick serves as a board member at George Mason University, contributing five hours weekly. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm’s non-discretionary program focuses on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting.

Steven Pilkerton is a CFP® professional with 21 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Charles Schwab in Washington, DC. His prior experience includes a 12-year tenure at TD Ameritrade and roles within Charles Schwab Bank and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. He is also an owner of a residential condo in Alexandria, Virginia. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a multi-asset investment approach supported by centralized supervision and alternative investment due diligence.

Michael Abbenante is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on helping clients manage their wealth by developing personalized strategies tailored to their financial goals and the evolving market conditions. Michael holds the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a bachelor's degree from James Madison University. He combines access to Merrill's investment insights with the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America to support his clients' comprehensive financial needs.