Rodas Mekonnen is a Series 66-licensed advisor with Merrill, based in Baltimore, MD, and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America, Rodas held roles at the University of Maryland and Designer Brands Inc. Outside of finance, he operated a small retail business named Tutu Hat Shop from 2021 to 2023. 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, pensions, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Emily Crawford is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously held roles at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank NA, where she has been employed since 2004. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a broader range of financial product offerings including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Alexander Thomas is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Annapolis, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2015 and was previously with Axa Advisors LLC from 2015 to 2020. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to execute client recommendations.

David White is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 10 years of industry experience, including six years at New York Life Insurance Company and NYlife Securities LLC before joining Equitable Advisors in 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he also sells property and casualty insurance on a part-time basis. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to meet client needs.

Jesus Rodriguez is a financial advisor at Merrill with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America, First Command Insurance Services, and the National Security Agency. He is also the owner of Innovative Sprocket LLC, a business selling vehicle accessory products. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Michael Hilliard is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2022, he worked for Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 17 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is an author of several books and serves as a board member for the Linstead Community HOA in Severna Park, MD. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of planning options and leveraging Wells Fargo research and tools to develop tailored recommendations.

Chad Miller is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Annapolis, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2001. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in real estate through several rental property holdings and related business entities. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 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.

Christopher Hutson is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Baltimore, MD, with three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and involvement with various organizations such as SemaConnect Inc and Towson University. Outside of his advisory role, Hutson is co-founder of Moments Captured LLC, an art and culture venture, and a partner at Afternoon Delight LLC, an online retail business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs serving both individual and institutional clients, utilizing structured financial planning tools and offering investment services through its extensive network of advisors.

Tasha Williams is a CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience. She is currently with LPL Financial and has previously worked for Northwestern Mutual Investment Management and Peter Tillinghast. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs and financial planning services, supported by both proprietary and third-party research and technology.

Monica Brown is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 34 years of industry experience. She has worked at OSAIC since 2023 and previously spent 14 years at Fsc Securities Corporation. Outside of her advisory role, she teaches group exercise classes at the YMCA of Central Maryland. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with various investment platforms, utilizing asset-allocation tools and third-party managers to construct portfolios tailored to client needs.

Aaron Burleson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has 20 years of industry experience, including eight years at M&T Securities prior to joining LPL Financial in 2021. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios, research from LPL and third-party subadvisors, and various investment technologies.

Holly Tilford is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, as well as Citigroup Global Markets since 1997. She serves on the investment committee for the Thomas J ONeill Catholic Health Care Fund in Baltimore. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, emphasizing tailored financial planning supported by firm‑approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through both direct client relationships and corporate financial planning agreements.

Howard Ulmer III is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 36 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2019, he worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services for 14 years. Outside of his advisory work, he is also a musician, performing as a guitarist and singer. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, charitable organizations, and government entities, with a focus on tailored, non-discretionary advisory solutions and risk-based financial reviews.

Wendy Franklin Bayley is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at ClearPlan Wealth Management, Raymond James Financial Services, Marks Wealth Management, and Wells Fargo Clearing Services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning using firm-approved tools and strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Kevin Link is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has worked with Cetera and its affiliates since 2021 and previously spent seven years at VOYA Financial Advisors. He is also the president and owner of Link Financial Corp and volunteers with the St. Agnes Hospital Charitable Foundation’s finance committee. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and consulting services through a multi-manager platform, supporting discretionary and non-discretionary strategies across multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Tyler Hans is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of the Roche Hans Orders Group. In this role, he leverages over 150 years of combined group experience to assist clients in maximizing their net worth through tailored financial strategies that aim to achieve meaningful goals with minimal risk. Tyler focuses on delivering comprehensive wealth management services, including family wealth management strategies, retirement income planning, tax minimization, and investment strategy for individuals and corporations. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 2014, Tyler has developed expertise in retirement cash flow planning, multi-generational legacy planning, liquidity management, and services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits. He emphasizes a relationship-driven approach, prioritizing the Client Experience Standard by understanding each client's unique objectives and aspirations to provide personalized recommendations and coordinate appropriate specialists as required. Tyler holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) designation and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. He earned a bachelor's degree in Corporate Communications from Elon University. Outside of his professional work, Tyler resides in Olney, Maryland, with his wife, Kristen, and their two sons, Brady and Riley. He enjoys golfing and is also interested in football, ice hockey, and traveling.

Mark Felder is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Trustees for Second Presbyterian Church. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs for individuals and institutions, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Kurt Overton is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Baltimore, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Citigroup Global Markets since 2009 and 2006, respectively. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a member of the Ethics Panel for Baltimore City Public Schools. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and broad advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Wylie Rice is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors in Columbia, MD, holding a Series 66 designation with eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors in 2018, Rice worked at AXA Advisors LLC and was employed at Johns Hopkins University and its Department of Cognitive Neurology. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, and institutions, offering financial planning, brokerage services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs. The firm operates as both an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer and utilizes LPL-sponsored programs and third-party managers to deliver advisory and brokerage solutions.

Scott Canuel is a CFP® and CFA® credentialed financial advisor with eight years of experience at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank NA. He previously worked for PNC Wealth Management for 17 years. Canuel serves as a trustee for Ronald McDonald House Charities Maryland and the University of Maryland at Baltimore. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, offering asset-allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary, quantitative investment process.