Eric Wells is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cambridge, he held positions at T. Rowe Price and served as a federal government employee. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individual and institutional investors such as pension and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs through multiple platforms and proprietary model strategies.

Meagan Sexton is a CFP® and ChFC® with eight years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2017. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked with The Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce and was involved with A & J Hospitality Corp / Eco Caters. Additionally, she has taught classes in Rockville, MD. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients with a wide range of investment advisory programs and affiliated financial services, supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 advisors.

Allan Zendel is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 42 years of industry experience, currently practicing at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. He previously worked for A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. for 12 years. He serves clients from Bethesda, MD, and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and wrap-fee programs to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm offers both brokerage and advisory solutions and applies research-driven investment strategies, including modern portfolio theory, across a broad range of financial services.

Ronnie Franks is a financial advisor at Osaic with Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Osaic in 2025, he worked at Bailey Wealth Advisors and UpSlope Advisors, Inc. He serves as an advisory board member for the Greater Washington Community Foundation in Montgomery County, a nonprofit organization. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail, high-net-worth, institutional, and corporate clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization and is notable for its scale, affiliate network, and recent consolidation activity.

Corinne Dorey is a financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with 21 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at several firms including Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Edelman Financial Services. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm combines a committee-driven modeling process with planner delivery and online tools, offering diversified, long-term oriented investment solutions across various account types.

Ellis Gallimore is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at several firms including Valic Financial Advisors and Cetera. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting a large network of advisors with a wide range of investment strategies.

Terrell Matthews is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Calverton, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 2012 and has also worked at the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office since 2005. Matthews owns Matt-Hew Consulting LLC, where he operates as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm employs model-based investment strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and supports trade execution and custody through BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing.

Deborah Frech is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Avantax Investment Services, BFJ Wealth Management, and 1st Global Advisors. She is also involved with Bell, Frech & Jacobs, a CPA firm specializing in tax preparation and accounting services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and asset management solutions, including access to third-party managers and institutional platforms.

Jerome Liebstein is a CFP® and ChFC® with 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Edelman Financial Engines since 2006, including prior roles at Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. and EF Legacy Securities, LLC. Liebstein is based in Bethesda, MD. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm uses a committee-driven, proprietary modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management with a focus on diversified portfolios and long-term strategies.

John Foard is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been serving as a Financial Advisor since 1994, joining Merrill Lynch in 2002 after previous roles at First Union/Wachovia and Edward Jones. John holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. John specializes in portfolio management and asset allocation, designing customized investment portfolios that align with each client's unique preferences, timelines, cash-flow needs, and risk tolerance. He works closely with clients to identify their financial goals and needs, applying a disciplined investment methodology to help families advance their financial well-being through informed advice and tailored wealth strategies. He earned his high school diploma from Severn School and a bachelor's degree from Franklin & Marshall College. John is actively involved in his community, serving as the President of the Woodbridge Forest Homeowners Association and as an usher at Severna Park United Methodist Church. He lives in Severna Park with his wife Mary and their twin daughters. In his free time, John enjoys boating, golfing, gardening, landscaping, and outdoor grilling.

Pablo Molina is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at Securities America Advisors, Centaurus Financial, and Reese Yeatman. Molina is a partner in Reese Yeatman Financial, LLC. OSAIC Wealth serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization across various programs, including financial planning, Unified Managed Accounts, and retirement plan consulting.

Taylor Janoskie is a financial advisor with Cetera and holds a Series 66 designation. He has nine years of industry experience and has been associated with Cetera and its related entities since 2014. Outside of advisory work, Janoskie is involved in life insurance and fixed insurance sales and owns an LLC focused on expense management. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management strategies and program options supported by a large nationwide network of advisors.

Brian Sharp is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been building his career since 2008. He and his team provide wealth management services that integrate various aspects of clients' finances, including retirement, education, travel funding, gifting, and legacy planning, to help clients focus on their priorities. He has expertise in investment management, including alternative investments such as private equity and private credit, which have been employed to assist clients in navigating different market conditions. Brian earned a bachelor's degree in finance and marketing from Villanova University and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He has been recognized multiple times by Forbes, including listings on the "America's Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors" and "Best-In-State Wealth Advisors" lists. Brian has advanced through several roles at Merrill Lynch, attaining titles including Managing Director and Senior Vice President. He lives in Potomac, Maryland, with his wife and three children. Brian is active in his community, involved with Catholic Charities and Our Lady of Mercy, and participates in youth sports, coaching his children's teams. Outside of his professional and community commitments, he enjoys playing golf.

Jon Lindenberg is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and over 26 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Prudential Equity Group, LLC. Outside of advising, he is involved in entrepreneurial activities related to merchant cash and stock agreements. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services and investment strategies, utilizing proprietary research and tools to develop tailored recommendations for clients.

Eli Pridonoff is a Financial Advisor and Senior Portfolio Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with families, executives, and professionals to help them navigate financial complexity and make decisions grounded in clarity, discipline, and personal values. His practice focuses on wealth management strategies such as education planning, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, and tax minimization. Eli collaborates closely with clients’ CPAs and estate attorneys to ensure a cohesive approach to managing their financial lives. Eli holds a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from Miami University and an MBA from The George Washington University School of Business. He has pursued additional studies at Harvard University, Georgetown University, and the University of Cincinnati. His professional credentials include the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Originally from Cincinnati, Eli now lives in Silver Spring, Maryland, with his wife and three children. Outside of his professional role, he enjoys staying active through swimming and biking, having completed a half-Ironman triathlon. He also has an interest in baseball, music, reading, traveling, and is involved with Little League International.

Alexander Simet is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2023, he worked at the University of Maryland from 2019 to 2023. In addition to his financial advisory role, he manages a family-owned restaurant, Il Basilico Trattoria, where he oversees kitchen and serving staff operations. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, covering areas such as retirement, education, and wealth-transfer planning, supported by proprietary research and planning tools.

James De Moss III is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Wicked Sisters and General Dynamics Information Technology, and he serves in the United States Marine Corps Reserves. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Traci Richmond is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Bethesda, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. Her career includes prior roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and ownership of Women Who Rock LLC from 2016 to 2023. She is also the owner of The Meakem Group, LLC, a non-variable insurance business. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and utilizes advanced analytical tools, supporting clients through advisory programs and partnerships such as with the Society for Human Resource Management.

Jeanette Barrett is Vice President and Executive Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she has worked since 2006. She has held roles of increasing responsibility including Vice President Financial Planning Consultant before her current position. With nineteen years of experience working with high-net-worth families, Jeanette specializes in integrating workplace benefits into comprehensive wealth plans. She prioritizes client engagement and education, ensuring clients understand and participate in the creation of their financial strategies. Jeanette holds an Arkansas Insurance License. Outside of work, she enjoys concerts, family activities, fitness, football, social events with friends, and traveling.

Andrew Gordon is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2026. His background includes roles in education, nonprofit organizations, and various companies such as DoorDash Inc. and Preply. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and diverse asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives.