Jennifer Kasper is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 30 years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing prior to joining Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, providing investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad planning menu and integrates advisory services with other financial product sales and referral channels.

Angela Kuzmeskus is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Hanover, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 32 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial and Tower Federal Credit Union since 2005. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services with discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Nina Asghari Kamrani is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services LLC and holds a Series 66 designation. She has three years of industry experience, including prior roles at LPL Financial and positions outside the financial sector. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Meghan Young is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation. She has experience working at Morgan Stanley, T. Rowe Price, The Shark Group, and Three Sisters Boutique, with her industry career beginning in 2022. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved planning tools.

Robert Toczylowski is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. and Capital One Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner at Symmetry Financial Partners, focusing on insurance and financial planning. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisors, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money managers and wrap programs. The firm employs a variety of portfolio construction tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Deepa Massand is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 16 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2004 and is currently associated with Bank of America, N.A. Prior to her current role, she worked at Merrill for over two decades. Outside of her advisory duties, she is a member of two LLCs unrelated to investment management. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Sam Kast is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. His background includes a variety of roles outside finance, including positions related to Clemson University and work in the food service industry. 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.

John Horrigan is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 24 years of industry experience. His prior roles include extensive tenure at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company, Northwestern Mutual Investment Management, and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company. LPL Financial serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional clients through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, supported by research, model portfolios, and various technological tools.

David Pollack is Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. He has been with Fidelity since 2017, progressing through roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, Financial Representative, High Net Worth Associate, and Customer Service Associate. In his current role, David focuses on building strong and lasting relationships with clients to understand their unique family needs and personal goals. He collaborates with clients and Fidelity's resources to develop financial plans that align with their objectives and provide peace of mind for their financial futures. Outside of work, David enjoys activities such as fishing, football, hiking, outdoor adventures, snowboarding, and traveling.

Michael DiLeonardo is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. Prior to this role, he served as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2023. His career in financial services also includes experience as an Investment Consultant at TD Ameritrade from 2020 to 2021 and as a Business Development Specialist at TD Ameritrade in 2019. Michael focuses on financial planning that emphasizes the impact of today's choices on future outcomes. He values building strong partnerships and understanding clients' priorities to develop effective financial plans. Outside of his professional work, Michael has interests in football, motorcycles, and movies.

Marie Meuschke is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she has been serving clients since 2014. Holding the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations, she provides comprehensive financial advice focused on personal retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, retirement income, and addressing the financial needs of women and wealth. Marie advises families and individuals in the DMV area and beyond, applying a client-centered approach that prioritizes their interests and goals. She builds personalized financial strategies to help clients navigate changing market conditions and achieve their objectives. Originally from New York, Marie earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Economics from Loyola University of Maryland. Beyond her professional work, Marie participates in community volunteering in line with the Merrill tradition. She lives in Baltimore with her fiancé and their dog, and her personal interests include cooking, football, golfing, knitting, crocheting, reading, and spending time with her family.

Ethel Treister is a financial advisor at Cetera with 25 years of experience. She holds the PFS™ and Series 66 designations and has also worked as a CPA since 1992 and as a flight instructor from 1997 to 2018. In addition to her advisory role, she provides tax planning and preparation through her CPA practice. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC‑registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services, with access to multiple program platforms and third‑party managers.

George Balboa is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He leads the financial services for the Balboa & Blevins Group, providing wealth management and strategic planning services. George focuses on key areas including asset allocation, retirement, estate, and succession planning. With more than 34 years of experience in financial and wealth management guidance, George joined Merrill in 1991 after earning his bachelor’s degree from Boston College. He holds several professional designations, including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). George is bilingual in English and Spanish. George has been named to Forbes' "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" list consecutively from 2019 through 2025. His extensive experience and credentials support his commitment to designing tailored financial strategies for clients.

Latrina Green is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 21 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning processes and advanced modeling tools to support its financial plans.

Michael Berens is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Washington, DC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 designations and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets Corporation since 2008. RBC Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with tailored portfolio strategies that utilize both in-house and third-party investment managers, alongside features such as tax management and responsible investing options.

Stephanie Latta is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Annapolis, MD, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses. She has 26 years of industry experience, including prior work at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. RBC Wealth Management serves a wide range of clients, including individual investors and institutions, offering advisory and brokerage services with customizable portfolio management and financial planning solutions.

Garrett Foran is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He has previously worked at Edward Jones and Osaic Wealth Inc., and has held positions outside finance including roles at Mosquito Hunters and Virginia Tech. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, providing financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

John Rutherford is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2021 and has been with Wells Fargo Bank, NA since 2015. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, participant education, and plan benchmarking. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a range of financial product options that include insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Paula Heichel is a CFP® with 44 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she has sole ownership of a rental property business in Washington, DC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader set of financial products than typical large institutional advisers.

Talya Bock is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in aligning clients' financial lives with their values and long-term objectives. Her areas of expertise include family wealth management, legacy planning, socially responsible investing, philanthropic planning, special needs planning, and retirement income planning. Talya works with clients across various life stages, offering personalized strategies that reflect their unique goals and priorities. Previously, Talya held positions in private wealth management at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and investment banking at BMO Capital Markets. She holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification and the Chartered Special Needs Consultant®, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™, and other professional designations that demonstrate her comprehensive knowledge in wealth management. She earned bachelor's degrees in Economic History and Talmud (Jewish Law) Magna Cum Laude from Barnard College and the Jewish Theological Seminary, along with a Master's degree in education from the Jewish Theological Seminary. Outside of her professional duties, Talya is an active community volunteer and serves as a trustee for the Jewish Theological Seminary and Hadar Institute. She resides in Mount Pleasant with her husband and three children and engages in activities such as camping, cooking, hiking, running marathons, scuba diving, and yoga.