Maria Fruciano is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously spent 11 years at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Her background includes a term with the Peace Corps. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering advisory programs that include tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and modeling techniques to support its advisory services.

Alyson Scott is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 26 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, following three years at Citigroup Global Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services that include broadly diversified investment offerings and specialized planning resources.

Wendy Shi is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments' Washington DC Investor Center. In her current role, she leads a team of advisors dedicated to assisting clients in achieving their financial goals through Fidelity's holistic planning process. Wendy's professional experience spans over a decade within the financial services industry. She has held various positions at Fidelity Investments since 2011, including Branch Service Manager and Relationship Manager. Prior to that, she worked as a Financial Consultant at Scottrade from 2009 to 2011, and as an Investment Banking Financial Analyst at Jeffereis & Co. Inc. from 2005 to 2007. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Wendy has interests in parenthood, photography, traveling, volunteering, and writing.

Zachary Karr is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2020, following prior roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. He is based in Washington, DC. Stifel serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group. The firm provides episodic fee-based financial planning and various advisory solutions without automatic implementation or monitoring unless engaged by the client.

Kelly Davis is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Washington, DC, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses with three years of industry experience. Kelly has been with JPMorgan Securities LLC since 2013 and also has experience at JPMorgan Chase Bank NA and Mass Mutual Investors Services. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process incorporates centralized due diligence combining quantitative and qualitative research and may include an ESG eligibility framework.

Peter Muckerman is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Citigroup Global Markets and Legg Mason Wood Walker, Incorporated. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, using analytical tools and tailored strategies. The firm also offers municipal advisory services and specialized employer consulting programs.

Carole Franks is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 36 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, and Citigroup Global Markets from 1993 to 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools to assist clients in developing customized financial plans.

Keith Cross is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously managed a pet sitting business before transitioning to full-time education. His current role at Charles Schwab began in 2024. 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory models and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a centralized operational structure and comprehensive alternative investment options.

William Zorr is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding a Series 63 credential and over 59 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2021 and previously spent 15 years at UBS Financial Services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process.

Jacqueline Hughes is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in helping individuals and families gain clarity and confidence in their financial lives, particularly during periods of change or complexity. She works closely with clients to organize their financial picture and develop thoughtful, long-term plans aligned with their values and evolving priorities. Jacqueline focuses on a planning-led approach that supports informed decision-making in areas such as retirement planning, college education planning, family wealth management, and women and wealth. Born and raised in Vienna, Virginia, Jacqueline earned her Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University, with a concentration in Financial Planning. She holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and is a member of the Society of Financial Service Professionals. Jacqueline combines Merrill Lynch's extensive investment insights with Bank of America's banking and lending capabilities to create comprehensive strategies tailored to her clients' needs. Outside of her professional role, Jacqueline values an active and balanced lifestyle, enjoying activities such as cycling, running, swimming, boxing, and tennis. She places strong emphasis on spending time with family and staying involved in her local community. Jacqueline supports charitable causes including Alex's Lemonade Stand and Food for Others.

Hayley Davis is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 27 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and models.

Jaclyn Bellini is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with five years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at UBS and Segal Waters Consulting. She has held multiple roles in academia and consulting early in her career. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs supported by firm‑approved planning tools and modeling techniques.

Laura Torres is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2005. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved part-time with BroCo Vending Ltd, a corporation that sells concert merchandise. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Brian Cruz is a financial advisor with Merrill in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2022, he worked in academic roles at George Mason University and Northern Virginia Community College. Outside of finance, he has been employed as a waiter at Chuy's Restaurants for over seven years. 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 investment strategies for a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Stephen Brady is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Washington, DC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 47 years of industry experience. He worked at Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. for 15 years prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and combines research and analytics with diversification principles and modern portfolio theory in its investment approach.

Andrew Paulson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Washington, DC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, Paulson serves on the Board of Directors for Capitol Hill Little League. 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 recommendations and ongoing planning advice focused on retirement income, tax-aware withdrawal strategies, and Social Security claiming options.

Justin Dean is a CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones, where he has worked since 2006. He has 19 years of industry experience. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in financial education for federal employees through the National Institute of Transition Planning and participates in his church’s parish choir and investment committee. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment strategies and affiliated financial services, supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 advisors.

James Molloy IV is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at R&R Mechanical Inc. and multiple positions related to education and sports camps. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Susan Dove is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at KS Admissions Strategies LLC and the University of Virginia School of Law. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on non-discretionary, customized asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative and qualitative research supported by a centralized due diligence process and incorporates ESG eligibility frameworks in its recommendations.

Lance Slaughter is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 43 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Merrill from 1995 to 2005. He serves on the finance and investment committees at Hood College, overseeing budgeting, financial data review, and adherence to investment policies. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.