Patrick Perry is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc. and Centaurus Financial Inc. Outside of his advisory role, Perry is active as a drummer in the musical group Goodbye July and serves as COO of a logistics and consulting company. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, utilizing various model portfolios and third-party subadvisors, supported by operational tools including machine learning.

Adetayo Adewole is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has held positions at Wells Fargo Clearing Services, Educational Testing Service, and Pearson Education Inc. Adewole is involved with Jeducare Services, Inc., an outside business activity. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm employs quantitative asset-allocation modeling combined with centralized due diligence and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

Caroline Palm is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and four years of industry experience. She has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2021, with a brief tenure at Valic Financial Advisors in 2023, and has prior experience in education at Switzerland Point Middle School, The Harbour School, and Notre Dame of Maryland University. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm manages discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery, supported by oversight of affiliated sub-advisers and adherence to governance procedures.

Courtney Hyatte is a financial advisor with Merrill in Columbia, MD, holding the Series 66 designation and beginning their career in 2025. Prior to joining Merrill, Hyatte spent 27 years at Bank of America and also worked at Certainty Home Lending. 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 both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Richard Zink is a financial advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co. in Towson, MD, with 45 years of industry experience. He has been with Robert W. Baird since 2009 and holds a Series 63 designation. He is part of The DDK Group, a team within Baird’s Private Wealth Management department that serves individuals, corporate and business clients, pensions and profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, portfolio management, separately managed accounts, and brokerage services, utilizing internal research and a combination of manager-traded and model-traded strategies.

Gary Mott is a financial advisor at Cetera with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 39 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Investment Services, and he is president of Gary T. Mott, CPA, PA, an accounting and tax preparation firm. Mott also serves as a trustee overseeing trust administration for multiple fiduciary appointments. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform featuring discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various program structures and third-party money managers.

Cynthia Fisher is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Eldersburg, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 17 years of industry experience. She has been associated with various Fidelity entities, including Fidelity Brokerage Services, Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors, and Fidelity Investments. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to create model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Angela Harper is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Randallstown, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 22 years of industry experience. She has worked at PFS Investments Inc. since 2004 and Primerica Financial Services since 2003. Outside of investment advisory, she is involved in sales of loan products and home security and automation services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, which includes model-delivery strategies and selectively managed accounts for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm employs third-party asset managers and provides a tiered, percentage-based wrap fee structure.

Nicholas Moon is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He is dedicated to helping individuals, families, and business owners navigate important financial decisions with confidence. Nicholas focuses on building long-term relationships founded on trust, communication, and personalized advice. His expertise includes education planning, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. Before joining Merrill Lynch, Nicholas began his career as a Financial Auditor at Baker Tilly and later worked as a Corporate Finance Consultant at Deloitte. These experiences provided him with a strong foundation in financial analysis, strategic planning, and complex problem-solving. As a Merrill Financial Advisor, he works one-on-one with clients to define goals and develop portfolio strategies tailored to their needs, providing ongoing advice and adapting plans as situations change. Nicholas earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentrations in Finance and Accounting from Elon University. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ (AWMA™), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. He speaks English and Korean and enjoys baseball, basketball, football, golfing, hiking, music, running marathons, spending time with family, tennis, and traveling.

Michael Cammarata is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017. He previously worked at MetLife Securities for 10 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a client healthcare consulting business operated jointly with his wife and coordinates age group activities related to updating game scores on a website. Mass Mutual Investors Services, a subsidiary of MassMutual, provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers, offering a collaborative approach that includes the use of firm-approved analytical tools and event-driven planning programs.

Connor Rebele is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Columbia, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles outside finance, such as positions at Vineyard Vines and Champion Teamwear. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party program sponsors.

Alena Baranova is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with six years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at T. Rowe Price from 2015 to 2023 before joining UBS in 2023. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a broad range of capital markets and research-driven solutions.

Leigh Ritchey is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Valic Financial Advisors and Agia. He serves as Director of Young Professionals for the Baltimore Chapter Society of Financial Service Professionals. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and nonprofits, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services with a variety of investment and portfolio management solutions.

Kwame Smith is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and having 16 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at CUNA Mutual Group, AXA Advisors, and Navy Federal Financial Group. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, including model portfolio programs and institutional platforms, supported by advanced operational and research tools.

Joseph Bouffard Jr. is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked with various divisions within Fidelity since 2007, including Fidelity Brokerage Services, Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors, and Fidelity Investments. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides a range of investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also serves registered investment companies and delivers model portfolios to intermediary platforms.

George Fuscsick is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 38 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has previously worked at H. Beck, Inc. for 25 years, as well as leading Grove Point Investments and Grove Point Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, Fuscsick is involved with the Hagerstown Fire Department and serves as a board member of the Funkstown Volunteer Fire Company; he is also engaged in firearm training and owns a related business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions through a large network of advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with a diverse investment approach utilizing both strategic and tactical allocations.

Diane Bark is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Baltimore, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. She has worked with LPL Financial and its predecessor firm since 2001. Bark serves as a board member for St. Joseph's Hospital and also works as a personal support person at Forward Visions. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Roger Feldman is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses. Prior to joining UBS in 2022, he worked at Bank of America and Merrill from 2017 to 2022, and at Lake Placid Marketing LLC from 2012 to 2017. Feldman is also a committee member of the Maryland Association of General Contractors, where he assists in fundraising for charitable events. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, employing model-based asset allocations and proprietary research to tailor financial plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, providing a broad range of capital markets and advisory solutions.

Charles Leapley is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at FSC Securities Corporation for 12 years. Outside of his advisory role, he operates as an independent licensed insurance agent and owns a commercial real estate investment in Washington, DC. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services with a multi-platform approach that includes financial planning, managed portfolios, and access to third-party money managers.

Max Hyatt is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals, families, and business owners to navigate complex financial decisions and pursue long-term goals. Max assists clients through key liquidity events such as business sales and equity compensation, providing proactive planning during pivotal financial moments. After graduating from Pennsylvania State University, Max joined the financial wealth management industry. His perspective on thoughtful planning was shaped by witnessing the 2008 financial crisis through his father's work in the mortgage industry. Max and his team deliver comprehensive, tax-efficient strategies by coordinating investments, tax strategy, lending, and cash flow decisions. Max holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He leverages Merrill's global research platform and integrated banking, lending, and investment capabilities to provide a streamlined client experience. Outside of his professional role, Max's personal interests include boating, football, golfing, music, pickleball, skiing, spending time with family, tennis, traveling, and watching movies.