Omoniyi Oyekoya is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Baltimore, MD, with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked at Fidelity Investments, JPMorgan Chase & Co, Ameriprise Financials, and Walmart. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services through both direct and corporate financial planning agreements.

Timothy Schere is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015, and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2014. He is based in Baltimore, MD. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management (MSWM) serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs including 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 planning process utilizing tools like Secular Return Estimates and Monte Carlo simulations.

Zane VerBrugge is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. Prior to this, he served as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2023. In his current position, Zane focuses on understanding the unique financial situations of his clients to collaboratively develop financial plans aimed at meeting their future goals and addressing their concerns. Zane leverages the comprehensive investment resources available through Fidelity Investments to assist clients in navigating their financial journeys. His approach centers on becoming familiar with each client's individual financial story to provide tailored investment solutions. Outside of his professional work, Zane has interests in baseball, beach activities, fitness, football, running, and scuba diving.

Timothy Flynn is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked with Avantax Investment Services and Avantax Insurance Agency prior to joining Cetera. Outside of advising, Flynn is involved with Free State Tax Associates, where he provides tax preparation services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various third-party managers through a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary programs.

Robert Dyer Sr. is a CFP® with 42 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with OSAIC and has held previous roles at Securities America Advisors, Investacorp Advisory Services, and Compass Financial Group. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in life and health insurance sales and serves as co-trustee of a family member’s special needs trust. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple platforms. The firm employs various asset-allocation tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management with access to third-party money managers and alternative investment options.

Samuel Downs is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has held positions outside of finance, including roles at Idaho Falls Chukars and UMBC. 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 various third-party asset managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, combining advisory and brokerage channels to deliver tailored investment solutions.

Leah Ruffner is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and nine years at the firm, totaling 19 years of industry experience. She is based in Columbia, MD. 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 offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

James Polucha is a CFP® professional affiliated with LPL Financial, bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked with M&T Securities since 2005 and joined LPL Financial in 2021. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual clients, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Fatimah Hijjawi is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2018. Prior to her advisory career, she was affiliated with DePaul University for three years. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process uses structured discovery and proprietary tools to model outcomes, offering advisory support without individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

James Gabarra is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Primerica since 2023. Prior to his current role, he was self-employed as a consultant and has experience working with Washington Spirit Soccer. He is also involved in non-investment business activities, including consulting and referrals related to home security and automation products. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable entities. The firm utilizes model-based investment strategies developed by third-party asset managers, supported by custodial and trade execution services from Pershing and BNY Mellon Advisors.

Chris Cunningham is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and serves as the Senior Resident Director of the Columbia, MD office. Since 1987, he has been helping clients pursue their financial goals through disciplined investment and retirement planning. He works with corporate executives, business owners, and affluent families to provide personalized investment advice tailored to their evolving financial needs. Chris’s expertise spans a range of areas including corporate executive services, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, and investment strategy for both individuals and corporations. He applies over 40 years of combined financial services experience through the Cunningham/Fredricks Group, focusing on risk management, tax minimization strategies, private business succession planning, and advanced planning for liquidity events. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from Mt. Saint Mary's College and holds professional designations as a Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Chris resides in Glenwood, Maryland with his wife and five children. In his free time, he enjoys golfing, sailing, boating, tennis, and supporting various charitable endeavors.

Robert Holland is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Columbia, MD. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, his work history includes roles in the hospitality sector and time as a student at the University of Delaware. Equitable Advisors serves individual, high-net-worth, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients by offering financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs. The firm operates as both an SEC-registered investment adviser and a broker-dealer, utilizing a delivery model that incorporates LPL-sponsored programs and endorsed third-party managers.

Griffin Siegfried is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Columbia, MD. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Equitable Advisors since 2026. His prior experience includes roles at The Witherspoon Group and various positions outside the financial industry. 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 third-party asset managers. The firm uses a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage channels to implement client recommendations.

Paige Wasser is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2014 and is currently associated with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. Wasser holds power of attorney arrangements related to investment activities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. Their planning process uses firm-approved tools and modeling techniques to support client strategies without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Gregory Rooney is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with six years of industry experience. He previously worked at the US Army Audit Agency and James Allen. Rooney serves on the Board of Directors for Carroll Manor Elementary School PTA and is Vice President of the Tuscarora Junior Titans. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with specific asset thresholds, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations.

Michael Achatz is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services, holding ChFC® and securities licenses including Series 63, 65, and 66, and has 26 years of industry experience. He previously worked at METLIFE Securities Inc. for 14 years before joining MassMutual Investors Services in 2017. He is also an owner and partner of Metropolitan Wealth Advisors, LLC. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers collaborative, annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved analytical tools and also conducts educational seminars.

Michael Costigan is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. His other business activities include ownership of Advisor99, which supports his Ameriprise practice. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeting clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Brandon Perzin is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been serving clients since 2012. He specializes in helping individuals, families, and business owners navigate their financial lives through personalized planning, investment guidance, and long-term relationships. His client focus areas include managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. Brandon holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from The George Washington University. He has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His approach involves understanding clients' unique goals to create customized strategies that manage risk and support long-term financial success. Outside of his professional work, Brandon enjoys golfing, cooking, and rooting for Philadelphia sports teams. He resides in the Canton neighborhood of Baltimore with his French Bulldog, Bogey.

Kevin Cook is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Columbia, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2016 and previously worked at AXA Advisors, LLC from 2016 to 2020. 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 third-party asset managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance services tailored to client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

Amy Taylor is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 40 years of industry experience. She has operated Taylor Wealth Strategies and Capitalistic Investment Services since 2010. Taylor serves as an independent contractor financial advisor and is the owner of Taylor Wealth Strategies. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable clients. The firm emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports a wide network of advisors with specialized services such as municipal and public finance advisory and SIMPLE IRA Employer Consulting.