Cynthia Brown is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Annapolis, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and having 23 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2016. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, institutional clients, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions supported by a broad nationwide adviser network.

Stanley Omosa is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2016 and previously spent eight years at MassMutual. Outside of advising, he serves in a guardianship role for a child, dedicating a few hours monthly to this responsibility. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutions.

Daniel Beigel is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2016, initially at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., and continuing with the current firm since 2020. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement income planning focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Dallas Vipond is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a founding partner of the Bajaj Vipond Group. Since joining Merrill in 1996, he has worked with individuals, families, executives, businesses, and non-profits to develop investment and planning strategies aimed at preserving and growing wealth. Dallas focuses on a range of client needs including family wealth management, services for endowments and non-profits, retirement planning, portfolio management, socially responsible investing, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) designation awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., as well as the CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR® (CPFA®) designation from the National Association of Plan Advisors. Dallas also has the designations of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned his bachelor's degree from Tufts University. In recognition of his work, he was named to the 2026 Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams" list as a member of the Bajaj Vipond Group. Outside of his professional role, Dallas participates in community volunteer activities and enjoys biking, fishing, gardening, golfing, and skiing. He emphasizes a personalized, collaborative approach to financial planning, working one-on-one with clients to develop strategies aligned with their long-term goals.

Joelle Gotimer is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2022. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2016, progressing through roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked as an Associate Financial Planner at Financial Consulate from 2014 to 2016. In her role, Joelle partners with clients to organize and align their wealth as they work towards their lifetime and legacy goals. She serves as an advocate and resource, helping clients navigate Fidelity's offerings to find strategies tailored to their unique needs and objectives. Outside of her professional work, Joelle's personal interests include hiking, music, pets, and yoga.

Maria Montanez is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 41 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, having also been affiliated with Citigroup Global Markets since 2007. Outside her advisory role, she owns and manages rental real estate in Washington, DC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, delivering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs structured planning tools and serves clients through both direct engagement and corporate financial planning agreements.

Rakeem Morris is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with clients to uncover their financial priorities and develop personalized strategies aimed at pursuing their financial goals. His approach emphasizes understanding what matters most to each individual and their family. Morris's expertise encompasses a range of financial topics, including general investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected events. He offers ongoing advice and guidance tailored to his clients' evolving needs. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations, reflecting his commitment to his profession. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from The University of Georgia and is affiliated with Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Gavin Lewis is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley based in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation. He has recent experience at Morgan Stanley starting in 2025 and has been involved with the Catholic/Crypto Network and Catholic University of America in various roles. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers comprehensive advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers a broad range of investment and planning services.

Mary Latta Chapman is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 37 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she co-manages Chapman Warehouse LLC, a storage and workspace facility inherited from her father, where she performs secretarial duties. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through a combination of advisory and brokerage arrangements.

John Schmitz is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at various J.P. Morgan affiliates since 2016, including JPMorgan International Bank and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. From 2023 to 2024, he was also associated with Steel 11 LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC 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. The firm offers non-discretionary services delivered by a select group of Wealth Advisors, focusing on approved funds and strategies within a broad financial organization.

Eric Sinclair is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Citigroup for nine years before joining Morgan Stanley in 2021. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs structured discovery processes and advanced modeling tools in its planning services, offering a broad range of retail and institutional investment options.

Lisa Lussier is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She has worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC and Jpmorgan Chase Bank NA since 2014. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to clients such as corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Lynda Hiller is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 30 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at RBC Capital Markets Corporation since 2008. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with tailored strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party investment managers, providing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services.

Jasmine Davis is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 19 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Wells Fargo. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives, offering a range of financial planning and advisory programs.

Joseph Schmerling is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding CFP® and Series 66 credentials and bringing 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Avantax Investment Services and 1st Global Advisors, as well as managing Schmerling Financial Group. He serves on the boards of a local Torah school and the Mikvah Emunah Society, contributing through volunteer and finance committee roles. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and retirement services, employing a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary programs.

Jackson Heineman is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has prior work experience at Lowes Foods and DoorDash. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals near or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing detailed recommendation reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis in its approach, delivering personalized, algorithm-supported advice through a centralized consulting team.

Crystal Barker is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 16 years of industry experience. She holds the CFP® and Series 66 designations and has worked at Edward Jones since 2018, following roles at PNC Investments and PNC Bank. Outside of advising, she owns JASCO, LLC, which is involved in agritourism and agriculture, and serves as an NRA Certified Pistol Instructor. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets across a nationwide network of advisors and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary wrap fee strategies and separately managed accounts, while operating under a fiduciary standard.

John Henderson III is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 19 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Lincoln Financial Advisers and Voya Financial Advisors. Outside of advising, he serves as a soccer referee for various levels and is a board member promoting soccer in Maryland. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable organizations through a network of advisors and multiple platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with a focus on asset allocation, risk tolerance, and portfolio construction using a range of investment products and third-party solutions.

Tomas Tekle is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he assists individuals and families in navigating their financial journeys with a focus on confidence, clarity, and security. He emphasizes building long-term relationships grounded in trust, transparency, and personalized guidance. Prior to his current role, Tomas worked as a Relationship Manager at Capital One from 2019 to 2022. His professional experience includes helping clients understand their financial situations, goals, and risk tolerance to develop customized financial strategies. Outside of his professional work, Tomas enjoys family activities, fitness, football, outdoor adventures, reading, and traveling.

Frederick Schultz is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan in 2019, he worked at UBS Financial Services for eight years. He is employed by both JPMorgan Securities and JPMorgan Bank, enabling him to offer a range of bank products and services alongside investment advisory services. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, combining large-scale advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities. The firm delivers non-discretionary asset allocation advice and customized reporting through a centralized due-diligence framework.