Ben Beriss is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Alexandria, VA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise since 2019, with a brief interval working at Starbucks and prior experience in education. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm that offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Patrizia Adriazola is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Her prior roles include positions at PSC Investments LLC and National Counseling Group INC. Outside of her advisory work, she is the managing member of PFA Property Group LLC, a residential property management business. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Alex Li is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding the Series 66 designation and beginning his industry experience in 2025. Prior to joining Schwab, his background includes roles outside the financial sector such as working at Big Blue Swim School and the Fund For The Public Interest. 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 models with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers integrated brokerage, custody, and advisory services.

Jennifer James is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Ashburn, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked at REI Systems Inc, Dogtopia, and Shift 7 Digital. Outside of financial advising, she owns several Dogtopia dog daycare locations and is involved in business planning and oversight for these ventures. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with various advisory programs, investment strategies, and affiliated financial services. The firm is notable for its extensive retail advisor and branch network and its range of affiliated capabilities beyond advisory services.

Nainoksha Kaushal is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with four years of industry experience. She has worked at several major firms including Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Fidelity Investments, Merrill, and currently Edward Jones since 2025. Her career also includes roles in education and tutoring. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies and affiliated investment products, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets with a nationwide network of over 23,000 advisors.

Jordan Bonanno is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior work experience at Ameriprise Financial Services and Fidelity Investments. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of 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 offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational infrastructure.

Jessica Robles is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Herndon, VA, holding a Series 66 designation. She has been with Edward Jones since 2005, accumulating 21 years of industry experience. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Scott Wilson is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 22 years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. He has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2016 and previously worked at TD Ameritrade, Inc. from 2022 to 2024. 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 affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, offering multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options.

Michael Zisko is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses. Prior to joining Thrivent, he worked at Wells Fargo Bank for 17 years. Outside of his advisory role, he owns MZ Inspections, a sole proprietorship conducting home occupancy inspections. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, focusing on goal-based financial planning without discretionary portfolio management. The firm offers services through a large network of advisors and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option.

Joshua Wolinski is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Hamdan Resources and Arcfiled, as well as academic positions at George Washington University, Roanoke College, and Randolph College. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including both high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth households. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Angela Antonelli is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial who holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 35 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James since 2020 and also serves as an adjunct assistant professor of finance at Northern Virginia Community College. Additionally, she works as an election officer in her community. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a wide range of clients including individual investors, high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, and institutional entities. The firm provides financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, emphasizing client collaboration and tailored investment recommendations supported by extensive research and multiple implementation options.

Brandon Poteet is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at both Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2013. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Amanda Brooks is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2026. She has progressed through various roles within Fidelity, including Benefits & Planning Consultant and multiple levels of Workplace Planning Consultant since 2022, demonstrating her commitment to the firm and growth in financial planning expertise. Prior to joining Fidelity, Amanda worked as a Client Relationship Specialist at Charles Schwab from 2020 to 2021. Amanda focuses on helping clients build their financial future by understanding their unique stories, goals, and concerns. She collaborates with families to create and monitor financial plans that reflect their priorities and navigate the everyday challenges of life. Outside of her professional work, Amanda enjoys spending time at the beach, cooking and baking, attending social events with friends, playing instruments, parenting, and caring for pets.

Tucker Speak is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he held various positions including roles in education at Mary Baldwin University and Herndon High School. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning and investment consulting to individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, charitable organizations, and government entities. The firm offers tailored, primarily non-discretionary advisory services and supports small businesses through a dedicated SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory program.

Kristine Chaze is a financial advisor with Edelman Financial Engines in Fairfax, VA. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 32 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Edelman Financial Services LLC and EF Legacy Securities, LLC. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm combines proprietary modeling with planner delivery and online tools, offering both discretionary management and non-discretionary advice, with a focus on diversified portfolios, periodic rebalancing, and long-term investment strategies.

Ryan Unthank is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co. in Fairfax, VA, where he has worked since 2007. He has 20 years of industry experience. He is part of The DDK Group, a team within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management practice that serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and portfolio management services, utilizing a range of traditional and non-traditional investment strategies alongside municipal advisory and public finance capabilities.

Joseph Goldberg is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Fairfax, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with MML Investors Services Inc and MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 2010. Outside of advisory work, he is also a life and health insurance agent. Mass Mutual Investors Services operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, wrap and money-manager programs, and educational seminars.

Daniel Koester is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held multiple roles at James Madison University and Kestra Financial. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also serves as an advisor to registered investment companies and delivers model portfolios using systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation benchmarks.

Jeffrey Perry is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 16 years of industry experience. His prior firms include Covenant Capital, Wealthcare Advisory Partners LLC, and LPL Financial. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as Treasurer for Trinity Church of Loudoun, assisting with the church’s financial matters. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and institutional entities. The firm emphasizes tailored financial plans developed through client interviews and risk profiling, offering access to various advisory and brokerage account options.

Anthony Marx is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Sterling, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its predecessor entity since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is a co-owner of Unity Squared, a pass-through entity associated with a team practice structure. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written recommendations on income, Social Security, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and automated tools with advisor input to deliver these plans and also provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.