Samantha Dunn is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She joined Merrill in 2021 after completing the Bank of America and Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Internship Program, which provided her with experience across multiple divisions including Consumer and Small Business Banking and Consumer Investments. Samantha holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. She earned a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and a minor in Leadership Studies from Christopher Newport University. During her time at university, she served as Chief Financial Officer of the Captain's Educational Enrichment Fund, managing a large portfolio of the school's investments and leading a team of student analysts. Samantha focuses on areas such as education planning, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, and socially responsible investing including ESG. She leverages investment planning technology and assists clients in utilizing financial planning apps to provide personalized portfolio strategies and tailored education. Outside of work, she is involved with Impact100 Richmond and resides in Richmond, VA with her husband and dog Fenway.

Judith Staufer is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2011. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual 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 and proprietary modeling techniques in its financial planning process.

Christopher Weller is a CFP® and ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with seven years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2019 and previously worked at West Creek Financial, Sherwin-Williams, and The Country Club of Virginia. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of investment strategies and services through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Eugene Rushton is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Richmond, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and eight years of industry experience. He previously worked at Sagepoint Financial, INC. and the University of Virginia. Outside of advising, Rushton is co-owner of a family business, Les Yeux Du Monde, which he inherited with his sister. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, utilizing a range of portfolio management styles supported by affiliated research and model managers.

Kevin Wood is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 44 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at Ameriprise and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. before joining Wells Fargo in 2024. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering tailored services including investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with options for discretionary management and a broad range of financial product offerings including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Luke Culpepper is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Midlothian, VA, holding a Series 66 designation. He has experience working at Davenport & Company and Northwestern Mutual, and he has also been engaged in full-time education for several years prior to his advisory roles. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, operates under a fiduciary standard, and maintains a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Eileen Mozingo is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and joined Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network in 2025. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of investment and fee-based financial planning services, including specialized planning in areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs analysis.

Evan Fabricant is a ChFC®-designated financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Mechanicsville, VA, with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Mass Mutual and its subsidiary MML Investors Services since 2003. Outside of his advisory role, he also works as an agent in a life and health insurance business. MML Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative, annual financial planning engagements and various specialized programs, including divorce planning and estate-settlement services.

David Kraft is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 28 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is an investor in SMK Family LLC, a holding company. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and includes a broad range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Stephen Gow is a CFA® charterholder and holds the Series 66 designation with 23 years of industry experience. He is currently with Raymond James & Associates and has prior experience at Truist Advisory Services, Truist Investment Services, and Bb&T Securities. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, institutions, pension plans, charitable organizations, and governmental entities. The firm offers financial planning and investment consulting through a range of portfolio management styles, supported by extensive research and a nationwide adviser network.

Richard Adams is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Richmond, VA, holding the ChFC® and Series 63 designations and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has worked with Colonial River Investments and Securities America, Inc., and has maintained his own practice since 1976. Adams serves as Vice President and board member of The Bachelor Club of Richmond, a nonprofit organization. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting with access to model portfolios, research, and advanced portfolio management strategies.

Tiffany Khumalo is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. She has progressed through various roles within the company since 2022, gaining experience as an Investment Consultant, Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, Investment Solutions Representative, and Customer Relationship Advocate. Her professional focus involves partnering with individuals and families to understand their unique goals, values, and concerns, working collaboratively to develop plans that help them move toward what matters most. Outside of her professional work, Tiffany has interests that include board games, comedy, concerts, music, theater, and traveling.

Stamford Niou is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Richmond, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and Citigroup Global Markets, with overlapping tenures at each firm since 2005. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by structured planning tools and investment committee resources. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through both direct and employer-based agreements.

Douglas Swartz is a financial advisor with Edelman Financial Engines in Henrico, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. since 2018 and previously held roles at EF Legacy Securities, LLC and Edelman Financial Services LLC. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm employs a proprietary, committee-driven modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment options with a focus on diversified portfolios, periodic rebalancing, and long-term strategies.

Brant Lingle is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Cetera, based in Midlothian, VA. He has been with Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2026 and has prior experience at SHV Partners and various consulting roles. Outside of his advisory work, he has been involved with nonprofit organizations including the Twilight Wish Foundation and local churches. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base from individuals to institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with diverse investment options and portfolio management strategies across discretionary and non-discretionary programs.

Aaron Syracuse is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth, Inc. in Midlothian, VA, holding a Series 66 designation. He began his advisory career at Osaic Wealth in 2025 after spending 23 years at Eurofins Professional Scientific Services. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios across various asset classes.

Coleman Cox is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Richmond, VA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has two years of industry experience, including prior roles at Fidelity Investments. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios and research.

Mark Falls is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009, including service at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Based in Richmond, VA, he operates within one of the largest financial firms globally. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured tools and broad investment offerings.

Craig Dods is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Richmond, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 34 years of industry experience. He has worked within various Wells Fargo entities since 2009. Outside of his role at Wells Fargo, Dods holds a 28% ownership in Granite Wealth Management, LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services tailored to clients meeting certain net-worth thresholds. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and integrates advisory offerings with other financial products and referral channels.

Carmen Taylor is a financial advisor at Cetera with over 41 years of industry experience. She holds the ChFC® designation as well as Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Her career includes long tenures at Securian Financial Services, Inc. and Southwestern Life Insurance Company. Outside of her advisory role, Taylor is involved in fixed insurance sales and manages a family-associated property and casualty insurance agency. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates as a multi-manager platform serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, managing over $256 billion in assets.