Ferdinand Fiastro is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 18 years of industry experience with prior roles at firms including Hornor Townsend & Kent Inc and Penn Mutual Life Insurance. Fiastro maintains an active insurance agent role, focusing on life, disability, long-term care, and fixed annuities. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, wrap and money-manager programs, and educational seminars.

Jeffrey Harris is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 41 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 2009. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary services, including a broader range of investment options such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Kristopher Ewers is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Lutherville, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at PNC Private Bank, Pro Grass LLC, Bradleys Wine and Spirits, and Shoprite. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools alongside its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Noor Bhatti is a financial advisor with Merrill in Hunt Valley, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, Bhatti worked in the service industry and held roles in education at Penn State Harrisburg, HACC, and Patapsco High School for The Center of The Arts. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Ramon Resendiz Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential. He has been with Merrill since 2023 and previously held roles in education and training, including positions at the Community College of Baltimore County and the Lansdowne High Academy of Finance. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm integrates with Bank of America’s broader platform, delivering access to diverse products and services.

Thomas Bowman is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. His prior roles include a decade at Avantax Advisory Services and 35 years as president of Bowman & Company, CPA, PC. He serves on the board of directors and as treasurer for Small Business Awards Week, Inc. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services aimed at individuals with substantial investable assets, delivering written recommendations on income sources, Social Security, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to tailor plans, primarily for clients holding assets in Ameriprise-managed accounts.

David Schmelz is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Hunt Valley, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 47 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2009. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with customizable portfolio management strategies that incorporate both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Schimri Yoyo is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2020. In this role, Schimri partners with clients to help them identify opportunities and progress toward their financial goals, focusing on simplifying investing through education and empowerment. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Schimri held positions as a Financial Planner at Bridgemark Wealth Management from 2019 to 2020, a Financial Advisor at Delaware Valley Advisors from 2018 to 2019, and a Registered Representative at Foresters Financial from 2016 to 2018. Schimri holds a California Insurance License. Outside of professional responsibilities, Schimri has interests in football, movies, music, reading, and writing.

Sean Mc Elroy is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 8 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 2017. Prior to UBS, he worked at Betamore and had a brief period of unemployment. Mc Elroy is involved with the Baltimore Chamber Orchestra. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory services, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a wide range of capital markets and investment products.

Andrew Heyman is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2022 and previously spent eight years at Merrill. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning through its network of Financial Advisors and the Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Brian Martin is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with MML Investors Services, Inc. since 1995 and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company since 1994. In addition to his advisory role, he acts as an insurance broker for various carriers providing life, health, fixed annuities, disability income, and long-term care insurance. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational programs, employing analytical tools to deliver personalized recommendations within collaborative, annual planning engagements.

Angelena Hayes is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, and Wells Fargo Bank NA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes unique offerings like insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Scott Cannon is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He is the owner of Chesapeake Tax Services, LLC, where he prepares 1041 tax returns. Cannon has been associated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors since 2016 and also operates Chesapeake Wealth Advisors, LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, charitable organizations, and government entities. The firm offers specialized programs such as the SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services for small businesses and maintains a connection to municipal and public finance through affiliated departments and referral arrangements.

Eric Graffe Ostos is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments. He has held various roles within Fidelity, including Investment Consultant in 2024 and High Net Worth Service Associate from 2022 to 2024. Prior to joining Fidelity, Eric was a Financial Adviser at Edward Jones Investments from 2019 to 2021. His professional experience spans multiple facets of financial consulting, focusing on creating tailored financial plans that align with clients' unique goals and aspirations. Eric aims to simplify financial concepts and empower clients to feel optimistic about their financial futures. Outside of his professional work, Eric has interests in art, soccer, and traveling.

Ryan Turner is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America since 2010 and at Pruco Securities, LLC from 2010 to 2024. He currently operates out of Hunt Valley, MD. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, consulting, and access to various investment programs through both advisory and brokerage channels.

Nicholas Meinert is a CFP® with two years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing. His prior work includes roles at the US Naval Academy Alumni Association, Phillips Edison and Company, Lordstown Motors, and Siemens DISW. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering investment policy development, performance reporting, participant education, and discretionary plan-level investment management. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and includes a broader set of financial product offerings than typical large institutional advisers.

Jonathan Shimaitis is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015, as well as at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Citigroup Global Markets since 2006. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients offering a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process utilizing firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Aaron Shapo is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. His previous work history includes roles outside the financial industry, such as positions at Communities First Inc., Bender JCC of Greater Washington, and Michigan State University. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and a broad roster of third-party asset managers. The firm utilizes a hybrid referral and implementation model, tailoring services based on client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

Luke Smith is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he provides financial planning and investment management services to clients to help them achieve their financial goals. Specific details about his experience, areas of expertise, education, credentials, and personal interests have not been provided.

Kelly Williams is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Hunt Valley, MD, and has seven years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013, including a brief period working outside the financial sector in 2018. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s approach includes a structured discovery process and planning tools that employ Secular Return Estimates and Monte Carlo simulations to model financial outcomes.