Alexander Johnson is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. Outside of his advisory role, Johnson owns a music production and engineering business, Supernova Sonic LLC. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and charitable organizations.

Charles Hall is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Hunt Valley, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2009 and at City National Bank since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he is an active owner and partner in Dunmanway Management LLC, a family limited liability company. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutional clients, pension plans, corporations, and charities, offering multiple advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management and financial planning. The firm utilizes both in-house and third-party investment managers and provides tailored strategies based on client risk profiles.

Edward Herring Jr. is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Hunt Valley, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of Ameriprise, he is a co-owner of J&R Juergensen Inc., a financial planning and managed advisory business. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written recommendations on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to create personalized plans delivered by a centralized consulting team.

Edward Williams is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at NYLIFE Securities, LLC and New York Life Insurance Company. In addition to his advisory role, he is the author of the book *Wealth Building for Beginners* and founder of a consulting business advising business owners on growth strategies. Mass Mutual Investors Services is 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, and educational seminars, focusing on collaborative, annual planning relationships tailored to client goals.

Michaela Vasquez is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2015 and has prior experience at Bank of America and Lowe's. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Eric Simning is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, NYLife Securities LLC, and New York Life Insurance Company. Outside of finance, he was involved with Chef Mikko LLC for five years. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and various affiliated insurance and trust services.

Jordan Smith is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America, Mariner Finance, YMCA, and Olive Garden. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Nils Nilsen is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Equitable Advisors, Salisbury University, and several entrepreneurial ventures. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative, annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved tools and supports a range of specialized planning services.

John Likoudis is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Bel Air, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2012. Outside of his advisory work, he is an author publishing a science fiction/fantasy novel under the pen name J L Carroll. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charities. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of financial advisors, offering a variety of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies and affiliated financial products.

F. Keck is a Wealth Management Advisor and Vice President with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in Bel Air, Maryland. He supports clients by developing comprehensive wealth management plans focused on their overall financial picture. His primary expertise lies in retirement outcome planning, where he collaborates with clients to establish goals and implement strategies aimed at achieving their desired retirement lifestyle. As a qualified Portfolio Manager, he also builds and manages personalized investment portfolios, including individual securities and model portfolios, with discretionary management available through the firm's Investment Advisory Program. Mr. Keck holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and Finance from Towson University. He began his career in public accounting before transitioning into financial services. His professional designations include CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He is actively involved in the local community, serving as a member of the Bel Air Rotary Club and Foundation, and has held the position of Past Chair of the Harford Community College Foundation Board. Outside of his professional work, Mr. Keck enjoys spending time with his family and has personal interests that include baseball, boxing, cooking, football, ice hockey, and golfing. He and his wife reside in Forest Hill, Maryland, where they enjoy culinary activities including grilling and smoking on their outdoor equipment.

Mark Wiley is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and ActioNet. Wiley is also a licensed enrolled agent providing tax services. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts through a network of independent financial professionals. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment strategies across multiple custody platforms.

Mandy Bittner is a financial advisor at Stifel with 12 years of industry experience. She has held roles at Rice Consulting LLC and has been with Stifel since 2018. Bittner holds a Series 66 credential. Stifel serves a diverse client base that includes individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach is based on proprietary capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling provided by its Investment Strategy Group.

John Mccarthy III is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc. in Hunt Valley, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 32 years of industry experience. He previously spent 31 years with Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Heritage Financial Consultants, LLC, where he offers various insurance products including disability and long-term care insurance. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and nonprofits through a broad network of financial advisers. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money managers, employing firm-provided tools and multiple investment platforms to manage portfolios.

Tony Difatta is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with 12 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Enterprise. He previously worked for Pruco Securities, LLC for 11 years and is the CEO of Tony M Di Fatta, CPA P.C., a tax preparation and accounting firm he has operated since 2013. He also serves as treasurer for Friends of Eric Bouchat, a community organization. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate entities. The firm’s investment approach is primarily model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, with additional offerings in financial planning, trust services, insurance, and collateralized lending.

William Thal III is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Bel Air, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2011 and was previously with Wells Fargo Clearing for nine years. Thal also operates a separate wealth management business under the name W. Thal Wealth Management. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management services through a large network of advisors, utilizing various model portfolios and customized strategies.

Jacqueline Grove is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2011. Merrill, together 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.

Rachel Miller is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Her prior work experience includes roles at TCW Global and Zenimax Media. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Mezzullo is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a Series 63 designation and over 50 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and related entities since 2013 and has been involved with P.A. Financial Services Corporation and Reutemann Financial Solutions since 2012. Mezzullo is also an independent insurance agent representing various insurance companies. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals, utilizing a range of portfolio management approaches and platform arrangements tailored to client objectives.

Gregory Akers is a financial advisor with Stifel, holding Series 65 and Series 63 registrations and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Stifel in 2024, he worked at Court Place Advisors, Meridian Bank, and in various roles across several companies. Outside of his advisory work, Akers volunteers as a parish council member at Sacred Heart Church and serves on the Board of the Hereford High School Athletic Hall of Fame. Stifel serves a broad range of clients including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, providing brokerage and investment advisory services based on proprietary capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Alan Kines is a CFP® with 16 years of industry experience, currently with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. Prior to joining Raymond James, he worked for Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company for 16 years. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a wide range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning and advanced analytical tools to support client goals and offers specialized services such as municipal advisory work and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.