Brian Wagner is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in comprehensive wealth management strategies. He works closely with clients to understand their individual financial situations and goals, delivering customized approaches that adapt to changing needs and market conditions. Brian provides clients access to the investment insights of Merrill and the banking services of Bank of America to support various aspects of their financial lives. His areas of expertise include college education planning, equity compensation services, family wealth management, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, and tax minimization. Brian approaches financial advising with a focus on long-term stability and thorough understanding of every aspect of his clients' financial pictures. Brian holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Maryland and has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is originally from the Philadelphia area and relocated to the DMV region after his education. Outside of work, Brian enjoys spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, exercising, and engaging in sports activities such as baseball, basketball, football, and golf.

Joseph Hughes is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in the Washington, D.C. office. He works within a broad wealth management team, focusing on guiding clients through their financial priorities using a thoughtful, relationship-focused approach. His expertise includes personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, sports and entertainment, and tax minimization. Joseph believes that managing wealth extends beyond building investment portfolios and involves collaborating with clients to define what matters most as they prepare for life’s next stages. He assists clients in navigating the cycles of life while keeping focus on key priorities such as family, finances, health, home, leisure, work, and giving. Joseph holds a Bachelor's Degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University. He has earned professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). In addition, Joseph participates in community volunteering aligned with the Merrill tradition. His personal interests include golfing, ice hockey, and skiing.

Kenec Elvir Corrales is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at Thrivent Financial, Thrivent Investment Management, and Pruco Securities LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a youth soccer coach with Vienna Youth Soccer. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and analysis as part of its financial planning process.

Nathan Marsden is a financial advisor with Merrill in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation. He joined Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. in 2025 and has prior experience in logistics and investment-related roles, including at Putnam Investments and the University of South Carolina. Merrill serves a broad client base ranging from individuals to institutional investors, offering diversified managed account programs, discretionary portfolio management, and brokerage services. The firm is noted for its integration with Bank of America affiliates and its emphasis on tax-efficient investment strategies and manager selection.

Ian Ross is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2021. Ross serves as Vice President and board member of The Beta Theta Pi Club of Michigan, a fraternal social and recreational organization. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools supported by its Global Investment Committee.

Ryan Miller is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 22 years of industry experience. His prior roles include over a decade at Nationwide Securities and Nationwide Financial. Outside of advising, he owns a painting company and a commercial vehicle business focused on trash and recycling bin services. 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 broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Kara Bruntz is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Washington, DC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and six years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank SBB and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., as well as prior positions outside finance such as at Old West Cafe and Gameday. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, combining non-discretionary advisory services with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and alternative investment options. The firm’s large scale and integrated structure support a broad client base and centralized operational functions.

Dallas Disbro is a Financial Advisor and Portfolio Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been providing financial advice and personalized guidance since joining Merrill in 2014, with experience serving individuals, families, and business owners. Dallas offers tailored wealth management strategies focused on retirement planning, education funding, liquidity events, and wealth transfer, aligning with his clients' unique financial goals and timelines. Dallas holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation and the Portfolio Advisor title from the Merrill Investment Advisory Program. He also holds FINRA Series 7 and Series 66 registrations. Prior to Merrill, he worked at AXA Advisors as a Financial Consultant specializing in retirement benefits for public school employees. Dallas earned two Bachelor of Arts degrees with institute honors in Economics & Business and Spanish from the Virginia Military Institute, where he also minored in Leadership and concentrated in Financial Management. In addition to his professional work, Dallas is actively involved in the spinal cord injury and disability community in the Greater Washington DC area. Since 2017, he has served as a board member and acting President of the United Spinal Metro DC Chapter. He was honored with the naming of The Dallas Disbro Ability Center at the Sheltering Arms Institute, a physical rehabilitation hospital. Dallas incorporates special needs planning into his financial practice to assist clients with long-term disabilities and families with special needs individuals. He resides in Washington, D.C., and his personal interests include international travel, live music, dancing, and sports.

Andrew Leleck is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 and Series 66 designations and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013. Outside of finance, he is an owner and partner of Made By the Water, LLC, a company that owns several breweries. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized manager due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Josselyn Romero Argueta is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and seven years at the firm. Her prior work experience includes roles at Bank of America, Bath & Body Works, Victoria’s Secret, and Chick-fil-A. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Matthew Moore is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Edward Jones in Alexandria, VA, with seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2018, he served seven years in the United States Marine Corps, where he held the rank of Captain. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors.

Cicely Fox is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services before joining J.P. Morgan in 2019. Cicely holds a Series 66 designation and operates out of Washington, DC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to support non-discretionary decision-making.

Miguel Talero is a financial advisor at Merrill with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2022, with 15 prior years at Bank of America. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jared Williams is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Washington, DC. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has 15 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Investments. 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, investment consulting, and municipal advisory services.

Keyan Tahmasebi is a Financial Solutions Advisor (FSA) affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he focuses on understanding clients' priorities to assist them in developing strategies aimed at achieving their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. He serves as a resource for a range of financial matters including investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unexpected expenses. Tahmasebi holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and has completed an Accredited Certificate Program through Kaplan Financial Education. He collaborates with clients to address their financial concerns and questions, providing ongoing guidance as their needs evolve. Additionally, he can connect clients with Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions.

Tristan Hardy is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at the Managed Funds Association and Hamilton Place Strategies, as well as academic affiliation with the University of Warwick and INSEAD. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and advisory services, combining model-based asset allocations and proprietary research to tailor financial plans. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, offering an extensive platform that includes custody, market-making, and affiliated banking programs.

David Hawkins Jr. is a financial advisor at Cetera with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at firms including MML Investors Services, MassMutual Life Insurance, and Wells Fargo Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in health insurance, property casualty insurance, and structured settlements through Ash Brokerage. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates a nationwide network of independent advisors serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services with multiple program structures and access to third-party money managers.

Charles Snyder is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Ameriprise since 2023. His prior experience includes roles at SunTrust Advisory Services and SunTrust Bank, where he was employed for a combined ten years. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning through written recommendations and ongoing advice.

Fredrick Jones is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with nine years of industry experience, including 14 years at Merrill before joining Morgan Stanley in 2025. He holds the Series 66 designation. Outside of finance, Jones is a freelance musician who receives royalties from sync licensing placements for music used in television and advertisements. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by offering tailored financial planning and a variety of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and strategies developed by its Global Investment Committee.

James Giaccia serves as a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he helps clients develop personalized and durable financial strategies tailored to their unique goals and life circumstances. His approach emphasizes deep listening, thoughtful planning, and disciplined execution to support busy, high-achieving individuals and families with comprehensive wealth management. He advises clients across a broad range of financial needs including banking and cash management, corporate executive services, portfolio construction, investment management, insurance and risk management, and trust and estate planning coordination. James has experience working with equity compensation, retirement planning, major life transitions, and liquidity management. Originally from Palo Alto, California, James attended American University in Washington, DC, where he competed as a varsity wrestler. He holds a Bachelor's degree from American University and carries professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). James participates in the American University Alumni Association and is involved with the Eagle Regional Training Center in his community. His personal interests include boating, cooking, football, golfing, music, reading, running, and spending time with his family.