Jennifer Collins is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 16 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Robert W. Baird & Co., CitiGroup, Wells Fargo Clearing, and PNC Wealth Management. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in property management as a sole proprietor. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and structured discovery processes.

Mark Powell is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2000, as well as at Citigroup Global Markets from 2004 to 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in book publishing as an author and speaker. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and market outlook models.

Anothep Phimmasone is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 23 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2019, following an eight-year tenure at UBS Financial Services. Outside of his financial career, he is employed by Delta Air Lines, where he has been working since 1991. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm emphasizes a structured planning process supported by its Financial Advisors and specialized planning groups.

Stephen Mcfeely is a CFA® charterholder and investment advisor with 10 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial in Oak Hill, VA. He has previously worked at Cassaday and Company, Inc. and Harbour Capital Advisors, LLC. Outside of his primary role, he provides financial planning and consulting services through Northeast Planning Associates, Inc., an independent registered investment advisory firm. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Bradley Dean is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds professional designations including Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Bethany College and completed his high school education at Yorktown High School. Bradley also attended the University of Virginia without obtaining a degree.

Philip Cocce is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at firms including TIAA-CREF, HSBC Securities, and Prudential Insurance Company of America. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific eligibility criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security claiming options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm utilizes a centralized consulting team and combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored retirement income recommendations.

Alexander Gallina is a financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at First Commonwealth Bank and various positions during his student years. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory services focused on workplace retirement accounts, IRAs, taxable accounts, and institutional clients. The firm manages model-based and customized portfolios, offers sub-advisory services, and supports a large client base through both advisor-led and online platforms.

Brian Cooper is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 15 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2025, he worked at Northwest Financial Advisors LLC and LPL Financial for 12 years. Cooper is also an associate at Momentum Capitol Wealth Advisors, where he serves as a registered CSA. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and modeling tools, and supports its clients through a large network of advisors and affiliated firms.

Robert Gerl is a Financial Consultant with experience spanning roles at several prominent financial services firms. Currently serving at Fidelity Investments since 2022, he has previously held positions including Wealth Planner at New York Life- Eagle Strategies (2020-2021), Senior Portfolio Advisor at Merrill Lynch (2015-2019), Investment Advisor Representative roles at Met Life Premier Client Group (2014-2015) and Mass Mutual (2014), Licensed Agent at First Washington Financial Corporation (2011-2014), and Insurance Agent at Bankers Life and Casualty (2010-2011). As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® practitioner, Robert focuses on helping families prepare for the future through comprehensive, goals-based wealth planning. He collaborates with clients to understand their priorities and translate them into clear, actionable strategies. His approach emphasizes thoughtful guidance, education, and long-term discipline to support confident financial decision-making. Outside of his professional work, Robert has personal interests that include horseback riding, motorcycles, and traveling.

Vera Shaker is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Merrill in Ashburn, VA, with seven years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2019 and previously worked at Bank of America from 2009 to 2019. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a co-trustee of a revocable living trust. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Kyle Flinton is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with eight years of industry experience, currently with Raymond James Financial in Leesburg, VA. He has previously worked with Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and Mark Anderson. Outside of his advisory role, he co-owns a family lake house in South Carolina that is rented out for short-term stays, managing maintenance and guest coordination. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored, non-discretionary advice based on detailed risk profiling and analytical modeling. The firm also supports institutional consulting and portfolio management across a broad network and is affiliated with a municipal advisor to enhance its public finance services.

Lourdes Mc Michael is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 designation, with nine years of industry experience. She has worked at Edward Jones since 2018, following brief roles at Eagle Strategies, NYLIFE Securities LLC, and New York Life Insurance Co. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a wide range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Reza Khadiri is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been serving clients since 1999 in the Washington, D.C. metro area. He focuses on establishing strong relationships with a select group of high-net-worth families, providing comprehensive financial planning services that include tax-efficient strategies for concentrated stock positions, retirement and education planning, and the development of wealth management plans tailored to grow and preserve clients' assets. Reza collaborates closely with clients' tax and legal advisors and conducts regular plan reviews to ensure alignment with clients' evolving financial goals and market conditions. Reza holds a Bachelor's degree from George Mason University and has earned several professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®). His expertise spans areas such as divorce transition planning, education planning, employee benefits, family wealth management strategies, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Outside of his professional role, Reza enjoys a variety of outdoor activities, photography, live music, and theater. He is also involved in community initiatives including Jill's House and The Last Well. Additionally, he is a member of the Christian Business Men's Connection (CBMC) and regularly attends McLean Bible Church.

Timothy Danehower is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has been with MassMutual Life Insurance Company and Mass Mutual Investors Services since 1996. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member for Keystone Ministries & Cedar Run Community Church and another nonprofit organization. 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, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes collaborative, annual financial planning engagements and offers specialized programs including divorce planning and employer-sponsored planning.

James Skorupski is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Capital One Investment Services, and Chevy Chase Financial Services. He also serves as a trustee for the Gennell Lockwood Irrevocable Trust. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform, utilizing model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization supported by various tools and strategies.

Thomas Ryan III is a financial advisor at Cetera with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at various Cetera entities since 2016. In addition to his advisory role, he is the operations manager at Washington Equity, LLC, where he is involved in customer support and investment-related activities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered adviser serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services and supports multiple investment strategies through a multi-manager platform.

Ryan Stille is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding the CFP® and ChFC® designations and possessing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cambridge since 2019 and previously spent over two decades at Northwestern Mutual in various wealth management and investment management roles. Outside of his advisory work, he is the founder of Flowerstone Financial and is involved in independent insurance activities through his firm Stille Group LLC. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm manages a multi-billion dollar asset base across multiple platforms and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary management strategies.

Linda Whittington is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 19 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previous experience at Wells Fargo Clearing, Morgan Stanley, and Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of her advisory role, she owns Whittington Wealth Management and Whittington GP, LLC, which she formed to facilitate a partial sale to an investment partner. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing a broad range of investment and financial planning services, including niche areas such as business-owner transition and sports & entertainment planning. The firm supports advisors with proprietary research and planning tools, offering clients customized recommendations delivered through discrete planning engagements.

Chad Mc Michael is a CFP® and Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones, where he has worked since 2014, totaling 12 years of industry experience. He is based in South Riding, VA. 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 under management and offers a wide range of advisory services including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Mark Brooke is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2014, based in Purcellville, VA. 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 through a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies along with affiliated mutual funds and a proprietary money market fund.