Sarah Irving is a CFP® professional with nine years at Meridian Financial Partners LLC and a total of five years in the financial advisory industry. Prior to joining Meridian, she worked at Prospect 33 for six years. Meridian Financial Partners LLC provides personalized asset management and integrated financial planning to individuals, families, trusts, charitable organizations, pensions, and corporations. The firm emphasizes asset allocation as the primary driver of returns and generally manages client portfolios on a discretionary basis, combining internal and third-party research to inform investment decisions.

Gregory Grinnell is a financial advisor with Northwest Financial Advisors LLC in Leesburg, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Northwest Financial Advisors since 2013 and has longstanding involvement with affiliated entities including NW Insurance Agency LLC, where he sells life, disability, and long-term care insurance. Northwest Financial Advisors LLC offers investment management, financial planning, 529 plan management, and retirement plan consulting services to individuals, trusts, estates, and employer-sponsored plans. The firm manages approximately $1.92 billion in discretionary assets and employs a long-term, asset-allocation-driven investment approach supported by an in-house Portfolio Analyst and monthly Investment Committee.

Jozsef Szadvari III is a financial advisor with Northwest Financial Advisors LLC based in Herndon, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at PNC Investments and PNC Bank, where he worked for eight years. He is also involved with Northwest Financial Group LLC, a registered broker-dealer affiliated with his firm. Northwest Financial Advisors LLC provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, 529 plan management, and retirement plan consulting to individuals, trusts, estates, and employer-sponsored plans. The firm manages approximately $1.92 billion in discretionary assets and employs a long-term, asset-allocation-driven approach supported by an in-house Portfolio Analyst and Investment Committee.

Elizabeth Clark is a financial advisor at Heritage Financial LLC in Gainesville, VA, with 13 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations. Her prior experience includes roles at Intelligent Back Office Solutions, LLC, The Strategic Financial Alliance, Inc., and Optifour Integrated Wealth Management, LLC. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved with Intelligent Back Office Solutions, LLC, a private business providing simplified solutions for business transitions. Heritage Financial serves individuals, families, trusts, charitable organizations, small businesses, and corporations with investment management and financial planning. The firm manages approximately $408 million in assets through a seven-advisor team and employs a LifeMap Discovery process to develop individualized investment strategies, often using third-party model portfolios and sub-advisers for implementation.

Eleni Milligan is a financial advisor at Hughes Financial Services, LLC with a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Savant Wealth Management and Aerie, as well as part-time work while attending Salisbury University. Hughes Financial Services is a team-based registered investment adviser with seven advisors managing approximately $760 million for individual and high-net-worth clients, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management alongside integrated financial planning and an all-inclusive wrap-fee program.

Nathan Levin is a financial advisor at Northwest Financial Advisors LLC with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and three years of industry experience. His background includes roles at LPL Financial LLC, Northwest Federal Credit Union, the United States Senate Office of Senator Cynthia Lummis, and Amazon. Northwest Financial Advisors LLC provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm uses a long-term, asset-allocation-driven approach, tailoring portfolios based on clients’ time horizons, risk tolerance, and objectives, and utilizes LPL Financial custodial programs and an Outsourced Chief Investment Officer program for portfolio oversight.

Neetu Kohli is a financial advisor with Northwest Financial Advisors LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 17 years of industry experience. Her prior career includes roles at PNC Bank and PNC Investments, Wells Fargo Clearing, Charles Schwab, and United Brokerage Services. She is also an author of children's reading books. Northwest Financial Advisors LLC provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, 529 plan management, and retirement plan consulting to individuals, trusts, estates, and employer-sponsored plans. The firm manages approximately $1.92 billion in discretionary assets and employs a long-term, asset-allocation-driven investment approach with customizable portfolios implemented through LPL Financial programs.

Nakia Brown is a financial advisor with Northwest Financial Advisors LLC in Herndon, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at LPL Financial, Morgan Stanley, Madison Avenue Securities, and Campbell Wealth Management. Outside of advising, she works part-time as a delivery driver for DoorDash and is a commissioned notary in Virginia. Northwest Financial Advisors LLC provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individuals, trusts, estates, and employer-sponsored plans. The firm manages approximately $1.92 billion in discretionary assets, using a long-term, asset-allocation-driven approach supported by an in-house Portfolio Analyst and monthly Investment Committee.

Jeff Doan is a CFP® with 14 years of industry experience, currently serving at Craft Wealth Services since 2018. Prior to this, he worked at Capital One Advisors and Capital One Investing from 2015 to 2018. In addition to his advisory work, he is an insurance agent and author of the book *The One Percent - Financial Independence*, which is available on Amazon. Craft Wealth Services is a state-registered investment adviser serving individual and high-net-worth clients with portfolio management and standalone financial planning. The firm employs a value-oriented, primarily long-only investment approach that incorporates fundamental and technical analysis, with discretionary management and tailored client advice.

Richard Holden is a financial advisor with Northwest Financial Advisors LLC in Herndon, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Northwest Financial Group LLC, Northwest Financial Advisors LLC, and LPL Financial since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he holds a notary commission in Virginia and is engaged in an airplane leasing business. Northwest Financial Advisors LLC provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm uses a long-term, asset-allocation-driven approach and primarily implements strategies through LPL Financial custodial programs and its Outsourced Chief Investment Officer program.

Sean O'Sullivan is a financial advisor at Capitol Securities Management, Inc. with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Capitol Securities Management, Sean worked at Centerpoint Group and FirstPRO Inc. Capitol Securities Management serves individual investors, institutional and corporate clients, retirement plans, trusts, and small businesses by offering portfolio management, comprehensive financial planning, consulting, and various wrap fee programs. The firm operates as both a broker-dealer and registered investment adviser, providing investment advice through discretionary and non-discretionary programs, separately managed accounts, and third-party money managers.

Fredric Miller is a financial advisor at Virtue Capital Management, LLC with 13 years of industry experience. He has held prior roles at Horter Investment Management, LLC and operated his own financial planning business, Rick Miller & Associates, for nearly two decades. Outside of advising, he provides retirement training for federal employees and is involved in educating clients about IRMAA legislation and its effects on Social Security and Medicare costs. Virtue Capital Management, LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, estates, and qualified plans, offering customized portfolio management and financial planning through a multi-team model. The firm employs a mix of tactical, strategic, and dynamic investment approaches and provides ongoing monitoring, reporting, and client education.

Robert Garone is a financial advisor at Capitol Securities Management, Inc. with 42 years of industry experience. He has held positions at Capitol Securities since 2009 and previously worked at Citigroup Global Markets for 16 years. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Capitol Securities Management serves individual investors, institutional and corporate clients, retirement plans, trusts, and small businesses. The firm provides portfolio management, comprehensive financial planning, consulting, and both sponsored and third-party wrap fee programs, operating as both a broker-dealer and registered investment adviser.

Noorjahan Enayat is a CFP® and Series 66 licensed advisor with 13 years of industry experience. She has been with XML Financial Group since 2016. In addition to her advisory role, she also serves as an insurance agent for non-securities based products. XML Financial Group is a multi-advisor wealth management firm overseeing approximately $3.3 billion in client assets. The firm serves around 2,890 clients, offering investment management, financial planning, retirement plan advisory, and access to alternative investment opportunities through a combination of fundamental and technical analysis and third-party managers.

Rodney Gray is a financial advisor at Wedbush Securities Inc. with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at firms including Morgan Stanley, Fidelity, Edward Jones, Citigroup Global Markets, and Legg Mason Wood Walker. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates Fiddlers Green Farm, where he sells hay to a local farmer. Wedbush Securities provides investment advisory and broker-dealer services to individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of services including wealth management, fixed income, commodities, securities lending, and capital markets, with portfolio management tailored to client objectives and risk tolerances.

David Wirth is a CFP®-certified financial advisor at Facet with 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms, including T. Rowe Price Advisory Services, TIAA-CREF, Savant Capital Management, and AAFMAA Wealth Management & Trust before joining Facet in 2017. Facet Wealth provides subscription-based financial planning and discretionary investment management primarily to individual clients across a range of wealth levels. The firm employs technology-driven, model-based asset allocations and offers a flat subscription fee structure that includes investment management services.

Carol Dinh Nhat Quy is a financial advisor with Capitol Securities Management, Inc. in Reston, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 35 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Capitol Securities in 2024, Quy worked at Morgan Stanley for seven years and Wells Fargo for two years across multiple related entities. Capitol Securities Management serves individual investors, institutional and corporate clients, retirement plans, trusts, and small businesses by offering portfolio management, comprehensive financial planning, and consulting services. The firm operates as both a broker-dealer and registered investment adviser, providing advisory programs through IAR-managed accounts, third-party money managers, and financial plans based on detailed client interviews.

James Day is a financial advisor with Capitol Securities Management, Inc. in Reston, VA, holding Series 63 and 65 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Capitol Securities Management since 2004 with brief periods at Eastern Point Trust Services and LPL Financial. Capitol Securities Management serves individual investors, institutional clients, retirement plans, trusts, and small businesses, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting through discretionary and non-discretionary advisory programs, including separately managed accounts and third-party money managers.

Samuel Lam is a financial advisor with Capitol Securities Management, Inc. in Reston, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Capitol Securities Management since 2016. Capitol Securities Management serves individual investors, institutional and corporate clients, retirement plans, trusts, and small businesses by providing portfolio management, comprehensive financial planning, consulting, and various wrap fee programs. The firm operates as both a broker-dealer and registered investment adviser, delivering investment advice primarily through advisor-managed programs, separately managed accounts, and third-party money managers.

Jan Kowal is a CFP® with 39 years of experience in financial advising. He is currently with Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC and previously worked at Financial Engines Advisors, EF Legacy Securities, and Edelman Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as president and CEO of Kowal Financial Advisors. Stratos Wealth Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and retirement plans, through a network of 71 advisory representatives across multiple teams. The firm offers customized financial planning and portfolio management services using a combination of in-house management and third-party sub-advisers.