Russell Day is a financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at firms including Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. and McGladrey. Prior to joining Edelman Financial Engines, he was employed at Boat America Corporation and New Virginia Majority. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services for individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm combines committee-driven modeling with planner delivery and online tools, offering diversified model portfolios and a fiduciary investment process emphasizing long-term management.

Stephen Rosenzweig is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Potomac, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 53 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2005 and previously at AXA Advisors and IA Rosenzweig and Associates, Inc. He serves as an administrator or trustee for family trusts and holds power of attorney arrangements with his wife. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by offering financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through multiple third-party managers and LPL programs. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model and provides both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to implement client recommendations.

Caleb Wines is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with nine years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. He has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he works as a food delivery driver in Woodbridge, VA. 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 large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Jim Riutta is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he works with clients and their families to develop comprehensive financial plans tailored to their individual goals and wishes. His approach includes a multi-step process that emphasizes accountability as a key factor in achieving success. Discussions with clients may cover estate planning, income and retirement planning, and tax-efficient investing. Jim has extensive experience in the financial services industry, having previously worked as a Premier Banker at Wells Fargo from 2021 to 2022, a Relationship Manager at Citi Bank from 2017 to 2021, a Regional Banking Private Banker at Wells Fargo from 2012 to 2017, and as a Registered Investment Advisor at First Command from 2008 to 2012. Outside of his professional life, Jim enjoys activities such as spending time at the beach, cars, family activities, fitness, motorcycles, and outdoor adventures.

Laurie Blackburn is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2024, following eight years at Wells Fargo Clearing and four years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. In addition to her advisory role, she is the chair of the investment committee for the Goodwin Living Foundation. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by offering a broad range of investment and financial planning services tailored to clients meeting a net-worth threshold. The firm utilizes proprietary research and planning tools to develop customized recommendations, with clients deciding on implementation through brokerage or advisory programs.

Thomas Fahey Jr. is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2013. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Matthew Figueroa is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Alexandria, VA, holding a Series 66 designation. He has less than one year of industry experience, having joined Charles Schwab in 2025. Prior to this, he spent several years in full-time education and brief periods working under his own name. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Patrick Kan Yek is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2022, serving in various capacities including Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Personal Banker at PNC Financial Services from 2021 to 2022. Patrick partners with individuals and families to identify their financial priorities by understanding their unique goals and circumstances. He provides clarity and confidence in financial decisions by offering tailored strategies and options for the future. He holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Patrick enjoys spending time at the beach, fitness activities, exploring food, hiking, watching movies, and caring for pets.

Alexis Kennedy is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, Kennedy held positions at MDMS Capital, Google via Nelson Connects, and The Washington Post. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios, delegating management to sub-advisers while maintaining oversight.

Jisook Anderson is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fairfax, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2004 and previously held roles at Sheklee and Bank of America. Outside of her advisory work, she volunteers with Virginia Agape International Baptist Church, assisting with the collection and deposit of weekly offerings. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Ibrahim Bah is a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he focuses on understanding clients' individual priorities to develop strategies that address short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. His services include general investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unforeseen expenses. Additionally, he facilitates access to Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Ibrahim holds professional designations as an Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Illinois System and communicates fluently in English and Arabic. Outside of his professional duties, Ibrahim is involved with the charitable organization Feed My Starving Children.

Gabriel Hoernig is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He has held roles at Edward Jones, Kingsview Wealth Management, Catalyst CBC, and James Madison University. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, managed solutions, and affiliated investment products through a large national network of financial advisors and branches.

Thomas Wood is a CFP® and ChFC® professional with 35 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Edelman Financial Engines and its predecessor firms since 1999, including Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. since 2018. Wood holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He is a passive investor in ventures related to casino management. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm uses a committee-driven modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, offering diversified model portfolios and both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory options.

Angela Sampson is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. She has progressed through several roles within Fidelity, including Life Event Consultant III, Life Event Consultant II, Transition Service Help Desk, and Transition Service Specialist. Her professional experience reflects a steady advancement in the field of financial planning and client service within the company. Angela's approach to financial planning emphasizes understanding the individual behind the portfolio. She focuses on building genuine relationships, listening attentively, and assisting clients in making decisions that align with their personal goals, values, and life priorities. Outside of her professional role, Angela has interests in food, football, and swimming.

Anton Reese is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Alexandria, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 13 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade Investment Management, LLC, TD Ameritrade, Inc., Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill. He owns a home where his mother resides and pays rent. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a multi-asset investment approach supported by research from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Andrew Mika is a CFP® with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving at LPL Financial since 2025. He previously worked at Grove Point Advisors and Grove Point Investments from 2021 to 2025, and at United Planners Financial Services and Pegasus Financial Group from 2016 to 2021. His business activities include work with Meighan Wealth Management Group related to insurance and investment services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and nonprofits. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside research and model portfolios from multiple sources.

Theodore Davis is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2020 and previously spent 18 years with American Express Financial Advisors Inc. Davis is co-owner of YGB Operations LLC, a business involved in managing his Ameriprise practice. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver tailored recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

James O Donnell is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Merrill Lynch, Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc, Principal Securities Inc, and Kinnect Advisors, where he currently serves as an independent contractor. He also consults for Geddes & Co, a tax preparation firm. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of investment management and financial planning services, utilizing multiple program platforms and a multi-manager approach.

Woodroe Leach is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 44 years of industry experience. His prior work includes more than three decades at Money Concepts Capital Corp and ongoing roles at Chesapeake Life. Leach is also involved in entrepreneurial activities, owning Leach Wealth Management Group and The Woodlyn LLC, and he works as an independent insurance agent. Additionally, he plans to offer clients access to estate planning documents through the Estate Guru platform. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent financial professionals. The firm offers a range of portfolio management options, including proprietary models and third-party strategies, delivered across multiple platforms with both discretionary and non-discretionary investment implementations.

Danielle Thompson is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Washington, DC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Equitable Advisors since 2012, having also worked at Axa Advisors, LLC during that time. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors and participants, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to implement client recommendations.