Krista Waller is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Equitable Advisors and positions outside the financial industry, such as at McDaniel College and Outback Steakhouse. She works at Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios, including discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services.

George Bradford is a Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor, and Resident Director of the Towson Merrill Office. In his role, he advises individuals, families, professional athletes, and small business owners, assisting them in making financial decisions aligned with their goals and values. George emphasizes building enduring relationships with his clients through personal service, objective advice, and disciplined investment management. His expertise includes wealth preservation, retirement income planning strategies, estate planning services, wealth transfer, insurance services, and college planning. Through Bank of America and Merrill, he provides clients access to a broad range of financial services. Prior to his career in financial advising, George was a professional golfer with a 17-year career that included competition on the PGA Tour, Web.Com Tour, and various Mini-Tours. He was an active member of the PGA Tour Canada and contributed to promoting diversity and inclusion in golf. George also volunteered with the First Tee Program and the Boys and Girls Club of America, providing free golf instruction and advocating for opportunities within the golf industry. George earned a bachelor's degree in finance from the University of Maryland in College Park. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). He resides in Columbia, Maryland, with his wife and two daughters. Outside of work, George enjoys playing golf, gardening, and the arts. He serves as a board member of Olney Theatre Center for the Arts and Cristata Cares Inc., and volunteers as a coach for The First Tee of Howard County Golf Program.

Derek Johnson is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC since 2019, having also worked at Wells Fargo Bank, NA since 2014. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Deepa Mathur is a financial advisor with Merrill in Columbia, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2016 and at Bank of America, N.A. since 2021. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Alexis Donovan is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with four years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors in 2022, Donovan worked in various roles including positions related to athletics and academic support at Mount St. Mary’s University and Howard County Community College. Outside of financial advising, Donovan was involved with 5 Star Athletics LLC from 2017 to 2021. Equitable Advisors serves individuals across a broad wealth spectrum, as well as pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary and third-party advisory models to tailor investment solutions, with an emphasis on fiduciary services and multiple asset classes.

Mark Williams Jr. is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Bank, BDS Solutions, American Force Coffee Co., Market Source, and State Farm Insurance. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party databases.

James Mcneill is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 27 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2015, following 14 years at Lincoln Investment. Outside of his advisory role, he is active in community leadership, serving as president of the 4 County Lions Club and as a board member and president of the Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse range of individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm supports both discretionary and non-discretionary management across multiple platforms and offers proprietary model strategies alongside access to third-party advisers.

Peter Berneburg is a CFP® professional with 30 years of industry experience, currently serving at OSAIC since 2024. His prior roles include positions at Woodbury Financial Services and Capital One affiliates, as well as ShareBuilder 401K. He also works as a wealth advisor and financial planner at Symmetry Financial Partners on an outside basis. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporations through a multi-advisor platform offering comprehensive financial planning and a variety of advisory and brokerage services. The firm’s investment approach utilizes model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and a range of managed account programs.

Celina Abouzeid is a Series 66 licensed advisor with Merrill in Columbia, MD, where she has worked since 2008, totaling 18 years at the firm and 3 years as a financial advisor. She is a co-owner of a rental property with her husband. Merrill, along 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Ana Cortez Molina is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Columbia, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has experience working at Wells Fargo Bank and Advance Auto Parts, among other roles, with a total industry experience of less than one year. Molina has also been involved in work at Auroras Hair Design and the Pittsburg Institute of Aeronautics. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Kristina Jackson is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Her prior work history includes positions at Bank of America and PayPal. Outside of her advisory role, she provides guest services for sports facilities and events through a for-profit entity in Baltimore. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients via the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Tyler Thomas is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Columbia, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he has experience working in various roles including at Macky's Grill and in educational settings such as Salisbury University and AACPS. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs, utilizing a range of proprietary and third-party advisory models and investment options.

Erick Quiroz is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to understand their financial priorities and develop strategies aimed at achieving their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. Erick provides guidance on general investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unexpected expenses. Additionally, he facilitates access to Bank of America specialists in areas such as banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Erick's experience encompasses managing diverse financial needs, including saving for education, caring for elderly parents, and addressing healthcare requirements. He approaches financial advising by collaborating one-on-one with clients to define their goals and tailor portfolio strategies accordingly. He provides ongoing advice and adapts strategies as clients' situations evolve. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned his High School Diploma from Sherwood High School. Erick is proficient in both English and Spanish.

Daniel Gomes is a Wealth Management Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in helping individuals, business owners, and entrepreneurs build, preserve, and grow their wealth through personalized financial strategies. Daniel's expertise encompasses areas such as corporate benefits, executive compensation, institutional investment consulting, portfolio management, and small business strategies. Daniel holds a bachelor's degree in Accounting from Universidad Católica Andrés Bello in Caracas, Venezuela, and an MBA from San Francisco State University. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) and also holds designations as a CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). His professional background includes roles at Morgan Stanley, KPMG, and leadership positions in private companies, providing him with a comprehensive perspective on financial planning and management. Active in the community, Daniel serves on the Board of Directors of the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and has been involved with the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) in the Washington, DC area. He volunteers with organizations including Catholic Charities USA and the Knights of Columbus. Daniel resides in Rockville, Maryland, with his wife and three daughters, and speaks Spanish, Portuguese, and English.

Patrick Kavanaugh is a financial advisor with Merrill in North Bethesda, MD. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America, he held roles at institutions including The Catholic University of America and the Colorado School of Mines Foundation. Merrill, along 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

James Gibson is a CFP® with 25 years of industry experience and has been with UBS Financial Services since 2010. Based in Baltimore, MD, he holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for a family trust. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by providing a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment strategies.

Ryan Tillery is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Rockville, MD, holding the Series 66 designation and has three years of industry experience. He has previously worked with Private Advisor Group and Global Advisor Group and has a background that includes graduate and undergraduate education. Tillery provides administrative support to independent investment advisory firms in addition to his advisory role. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a broad range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies.

Joseph Dunn Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Rockville, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. His prior work includes 28 years at H. Beck, Inc., followed by four years at Grove Point Investments and Grove Point Advisors. He is also the owner of a non-variable insurance business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services that include financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Nathan Chen is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Columbia, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has previously worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Raymond James & Associates. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that provides investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm combines research and analytics with diversification principles and modern portfolio theory to serve its clients.

Allie Gamble Taylor is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 17 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Raymond James Financial Services and Janney Montgomery Scott. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment strategies across various platforms.