Jonathan Swerdloff is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Davidsonville, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 33 years of industry experience. His career includes over 30 years at Avantax Investment Services, Inc., and he operates a tax preparation and accounting business as a CPA. He has been managing his own practice, Jonathan D. Swerdloff, PA, since 1996. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and corporations. The firm offers various advisory programs and financial planning services supported by both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches, as well as research and model portfolios from multiple sources.

Robert Digsby is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Odenton, MD, where he has worked for 13 years. He has 12 years of industry experience. Outside of his advisory role, he owns one rental property. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, with over 23,700 financial advisors nationwide. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, and operates under a fiduciary standard.

Stefen Main is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Oppenheimer and Equitable Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Waypoint Group LLC in a capacity related to his financial advisory activities. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to generate non-discretionary recommendations delivered through a centralized consulting team. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Justin Kuczynski is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 20 years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the Board of Directors and as Treasurer for Housing Our Homeless Vets, a nonprofit organization. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset thresholds, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored recommendation reports. The firm serves a broad client base with a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Jessica Sellars is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Annapolis, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 22 years of industry experience. She has worked with M&T Securities and M&T Bank since 1998 and joined LPL Financial in 2021. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios from various sources.

James Hartman is a Private Wealth Advisor at Merrill Private Wealth Management. He provides financial advisory services focused on areas including corporate executive services, divorce transition planning, equity compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, investment strategy, and tax minimization. Jim began his career in the financial services industry in 1990 within the Audit and Business Advisory Division of Arthur Andersen & Co. He earned his Certified Public Accountant designation in 1993 and subsequently joined Legg Mason's Private Client Group. In 2007, he joined Merrill, and in 2011 attained the Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) designation from the Investments & Wealth Institute. Additionally, he holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) designations. His credentials include Series 7 and 66 FINRA registrations. Jim graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland at College Park. Outside of his professional work, Jim resides in Annapolis with his wife Kristin and their three children. He enjoys activities including windsurfing, racing sailboats, boating, adventure sports, basketball, football, golfing, scuba diving, skiing, and traveling. Jim is also involved in his community through coaching youth sports for lacrosse and basketball and has served on several finance boards. He is a member of the Annapolis Yacht Club.

Steven Filo is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has held positions at Lincoln Financial Advisors, Agia, VALIC Financial Advisors, and Wells Fargo. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party research, and various management approaches.

Christopher Saba is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of The Farcosky Group. He provides strategic financial guidance to individuals, families, and business owners, focusing on areas such as family wealth management, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, and tax minimization. Christopher emphasizes understanding clients' life priorities to create personalized financial plans tailored to their goals and aspirations. Christopher holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the University of Maryland. He possesses multiple professional designations, including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Bilingual in English and Arabic, he collaborates closely with tax and legal professionals to develop tax-efficient strategies that support long-term wealth building. Committed to community involvement, Christopher serves as a chapter advisor for the Theta Chi Fraternity, mentoring college students in leadership and financial literacy. Outside of his professional and community activities, he enjoys boating, cooking, football, golfing, scuba diving, soccer, spending time with family, table tennis, and watching movies.

Stephen Owen III is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at UBS Financial Services and City National Bank. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a wide range of clients including individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with tailored investment strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers.

Jamie Waldren is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. in Columbia, MD, holding the CFP® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has 33 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and as an owner and author with JN Private Wealth Management. Waldren authored a book titled *Exit on Your Own Terms*. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base ranging from individual investors to institutional entities, providing financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting. The firm emphasizes tailored financial plans developed through detailed client assessments and offers multiple implementation options, including brokerage and advisory accounts, with a significant portion of its business conducted on a non-discretionary basis.

Roberta King is currently serving as Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2020. She is focused on hiring, training, and developing a team of financial professionals committed to a purpose of helping people. Roberta's career at Fidelity Investments spans nearly two decades, beginning as a Full Trader in 2005. She progressed through roles including Private Client Specialist, Branch Service Manager, and Assistant Branch Manager before assuming her current leadership role. Her extensive experience within the company encompasses various facets of financial services and branch management. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Roberta enjoys a range of personal interests such as board games, hiking, painting, tennis, traveling, and yoga.

Steven Roth is a financial advisor at Cetera with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at firms including Commonwealth Financial Network, Severn Financial Advisors, and Cambridge Investment Research. Roth is also involved in fixed insurance sales conducted from his branch location. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diversified portfolio management options and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors, managing over $256 billion in assets.

Carson Henry is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he held positions in various fields including technology at Varonis and legislative work with a member of the House of Representatives. 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 a variety of third-party programs and platforms. The firm utilizes a hybrid referral and implementation model that incorporates both advisory and brokerage channels.

Anthony Bonacci is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked for Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is the president and sole member of Gone Phishin’, LLC. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs with tailored investment strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers, alongside various portfolio management options.

Timothy Moore is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms, including ICMA-RC Services, PNC Investments, Morgan Stanley, Allstate Financial Services, Edward Jones, and Capital Group. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advisory solutions grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm’s services include investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations across various product types, performance reporting, participant education, and plan benchmarking.

Perry Hepworth is currently a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2013, progressing through various positions including Vice President and Branch Leader from 2019 to 2025, Assistant Branch Manager from 2018 to 2019, Branch Service Manager from 2015 to 2018, and General Management Apprentice from 2013 to 2015. With over 12 years of experience in the financial services industry, Perry's approach centers on understanding each client's story, values, and vision to provide tailored financial strategies. His work is grounded in building relationships based on trust and transparency, guiding clients through every stage of their financial journey. Outside of his professional life, Perry's personal interests include fitness, military service, parenthood, pets, and traveling.

Deeybid Juarez Campos is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has been with Wells Fargo since 2023 and has prior experience working at Sweetgreen, Inc. from 2015 to 2024. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Thomas Marney Jr. is a ChFC®-designated advisor with 45 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017. He previously worked at Metlife Securities Inc. for 27 years and has been involved with MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he operates an insurance brokerage. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, wrap and money-manager programs, and educational seminars.

Olujimi Ijandipe is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Columbia, MD, holding Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and 13 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank and AXA Advisors. Equitable Advisors serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients, by providing financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs. The firm operates primarily through program sponsors and third-party managers, offering both advisory and brokerage solutions.

Stephen Porter is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he partners with local advisors to co-create financial plans tailored to clients' goals. He focuses on understanding client priorities to help guide their financial planning process. Stephen has been with Fidelity Investments since 2023, progressing through roles including Financial Services Representative, Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, and currently Planning Consultant. Prior to his tenure at Fidelity, he worked in the mortgage industry with positions at The Federal Savings Bank, NewRez LLC, Capital Bank, N.A., Sierra Pacific Mortgage Company, and NewDayUSA from 2017 to 2022. Outside of his professional career, Stephen has interests in baseball, football, golf, fitness, family activities, and parenthood.