Kathryn Paniagua is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation with 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she manages a rental property business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm uses structured planning tools and various investment resources to support its clients’ financial goals.

Jorge Martinez is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, having joined the firm in 2024. He has been working in the financial industry since 2015, accumulating nearly 11 years of experience focused on building client relationships and providing tailored financial advice. Jorge specializes in managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. He works closely with clients to develop personalized strategies that align with their goals and priorities, emphasizing understanding the implications of financial decisions. His approach centers on fostering strong client relationships to support comprehensive financial planning. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Jorge earned his bachelor's degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo. He resides in Liverpool, NY, with his wife Tiffany, their son Benny, and two dogs, Colby and Moose. In his personal time, he enjoys cooking, music, and spending time with his family.

Kaitlinh Nguyen is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation. She has been with the firm since 2026, previously working at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., and has experience in both academic and consulting roles. Outside of finance, she has worked at the Karter School of Gainesville and Booz Allen Hamilton. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, employing a quantitative asset-allocation approach combined with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Thomas Ofarrell is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2009 and has been with City National Bank since 2019. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a broad client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services, tailoring strategies to each client’s risk profile through a combination of in-house and third-party investment managers.

Brett Goldstein is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 23 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2015 and holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment strategies to client goals.

Liam Williams is a Series 66 registered financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with five years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and Merrill prior to his current role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. His background includes roles outside finance such as positions with Dinosaur Restaurants LLC and Tommy Hilfiger. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and advanced modeling tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Toria Scotto is a Series 66-registered financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Washington, DC, where she has worked since 2007. She has 20 years of industry experience. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and manages personal real estate with limited rental activity. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and offers a wide range of capital markets services.

Luke Krmpotich is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research and Morgan Stanley. In addition to his advisory role, he operates as an independent insurance agent. 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. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research from LPL and third-party subadvisors.

Joseph Lampman is a financial advisor at Merrill with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. Prior to entering the financial industry, he spent eight years in full-time education. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary strategies developed by internal teams and third-party managers for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jamal Smith is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley since 2019 and has prior experience at Smartlink LLC, NewDayUSA, and several other firms. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools supported by its Global Investment Committee.

John Wohlgemuth is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at AT&T and Georgetown University. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

John Gibson Jr. is a CFP® with 31 years of experience in the financial services industry, currently associated with LPL Financial since 2023. His prior roles include positions at Fulton Bank, Raymond James Financial Services, and M&T Securities. In addition to his advisory work, he serves as a notary in Annapolis, MD. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and research from LPL Research.

Udeme Greens is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior work experience across various sectors, including marketing, consulting, and retail. Greens is also the owner of Udeme Greens Global, a business focused on product sales for additional income. Merrill 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Gabrielle Bulgari is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She worked at Merrill from 2016 to 2021 before joining Morgan Stanley in 2021. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a variety of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process that incorporates firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Dianna Jones is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Prior to this, she worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she is the president of the Beverly Beach Community Association, where she manages community affairs and events. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Benjamin Spiker is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, he has co-ownership interests in several investment-related businesses, including a wealth management firm and office space ventures. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a wide range of planning solutions supported by Wells Fargo’s research and tools.

Colleen Schuler is a CFP® professional with 22 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. Her prior roles include positions at Fulton Financial Advisors, Raymond James Financial Services, and M&T Securities. LPL Financial is a national investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and technology-driven strategies.

John Cortale is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 24 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at LPL Financial for nine years before joining Ameriprise in 2024. He also serves as a financial literacy coach, providing budgeting and basic financial literacy education to various institutions. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary retirement income recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Clare Cunniff is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she assists clients in managing their financial lives with a focus on tax-sensitive investment guidance. Since joining the team in 2022, she has worked with affluent individuals and families, tailoring strategies to meet their unique needs and financial goals. Clare earned her Bachelor's degree in Finance from Elon University and holds several professional designations, including Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Her areas of expertise include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. She currently resides in the DuPont Circle neighborhood of Washington, DC. Clare’s personal interests include golfing, ice hockey, pickleball, running, skiing, tennis, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Kevin Xiong is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at McKinsey & Company and Truveta, as well as involvement with Cedar Cares, Inc., a nonprofit organization. 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 its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm combines quantitative modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.