James Adair III is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and with 23 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Northwestern Mutual in various roles from 2002 to 2019. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Kristin Long is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 28 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is currently with Morgan Stanley, having held roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney llc, Bank of America, and Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and market modeling techniques.

Colin Mead is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and holds a Series 66 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Shane Seaberry is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior experience at Babson College and The Maret School. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored to individuals approaching or in retirement, focusing on clients with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written, non-discretionary recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team.

Mackenzie Watson is a CFP® professional with four years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at LPL Financial. Their work history includes roles at Charter Financial Group, Uber Inc., RZIM, SunTrust Inc., and the University of Maryland. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer supporting a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Laura Strosnider is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Baltimore, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley since 2016. Strosnider is also engaged as an investment adviser with Fulton Financial Corporation, where she dedicates significant time to investment-related activities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning that utilizes structured discovery and firm-approved tools to help clients model potential outcomes.

Allan House is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2019 and previously spent six years with Brown Advisory. He serves on the investment committee for Friends School of Baltimore and is a board member on the finance committee of The Chesapeake Bay Trust, an environmental organization. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Thomas Carter III is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2008 and City National Bank since 2017. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutional clients, corporations, and charitable organizations with a variety of advisory programs offering portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm implements client-specific strategies using both in-house and third-party managers and integrates capital markets and alternative investments into its offerings.

Annalee Beharie is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Baltimore, MD, holding the Series 66 and Series 63 designations and having five years of industry experience. Prior to Morgan Stanley, she worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and processes. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through various channels, including direct individual plans and Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Keith Manning is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the PFS™ designation along with Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses. He has 32 years of experience in the industry, with prior roles at Grove Point Advisors, Lighthouse Financial Services, Grove Point Investments, and Kamins & Manning, P.C., where he is involved in tax preparation and accounting services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party research, and advanced technologies to support both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management.

Kellie Forst is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of the Harrell Group based in Annapolis. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 2007, she has focused on providing holistic wealth management services by developing customized strategies that address clients’ entire financial situations. Kellie assists affluent and high net worth individuals, small businesses, and non-profit organizations with goals including retirement income, education planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, and portfolio management. Kellie holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the University of Maryland College Park. She has earned several professional designations, including the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ designation, Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Her approach emphasizes educating clients and helping them pursue their financial objectives while managing risks prudently. Based in Millersville, Maryland, Kellie lives with her husband and son. Outside of her professional role, she enjoys cooking, interior decorating, reading, sewing, and spending time with her family. She is also affiliated with the Sigma Kappa organization.

J. Evans Jr. is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors prior to joining Morgan Stanley. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and analyses.

Kathryn Badger is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She began her career in financial services after graduating from Boston College, initially working at New England Securities in Boston before joining Merrill in Washington, D.C., in 1990. With over 30 years of experience, Kathryn serves a diverse client base including associations, corporations, business owners, athletes, and entertainers, focusing on designing customized strategies for wealth creation, management, and distribution, particularly retirement income planning. Kathryn holds multiple professional designations such as Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ (SE-AWMA™), Certified 401(k) Professional (C(k)P®), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA™), and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™). She emphasizes an educational approach to wealth management, tailoring strategies to individual client needs and leading a team committed to client care. In addition to her professional work, Kathryn is actively involved in community organizations including Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated, and The Cottagers, Inc. of Martha’s Vineyard. She enjoys spending time with her family, attending her children's sports events, cooking, playing tennis, and traveling.

Paul Peck Jr. is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Annapolis, MD, bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, Mr. Peck co-owns future salon franchise ventures with his spouse. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, including specialized niche planning, and combines advisory services with other financial products and referral channels.

Jacqueline Nicholson is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 17 years of industry experience. She is currently with Cetera and previously worked at Avantax Investment Services and 1ST Global Advisors. Nicholson also serves as treasurer for the Saefern Saddle & Yacht Club and is involved in a family trust as a trustee. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Daniel Benkoski is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutional clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs featuring discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services tailored to clients’ risk profiles and investment preferences.

Passant Abbas is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position held since 2026. Prior to this role, Passant worked as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2025 to 2026. Before joining Fidelity, Passant served as an ADP Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated from 2023 to 2025, and was a Registration Candidate in the same role from 2022 to 2023. Passant focuses on partnering with clients to develop financial plans that align with their values, goals, and lifestyle. Their approach involves listening and understanding what matters most to clients, aiming to educate, support, and guide them in making confident financial decisions, whether they are working toward retirement, pursuing a legacy, or planning for the future. Outside of professional responsibilities, Passant enjoys family activities, traveling, and volunteering.

Keilan Mathews is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2016. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Nolan Walchko is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at OSAIC with two years of industry experience. He has held prior roles at Lincoln Financial Advisors, StoneBridge Advisors, and Harborside Group. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services supported by asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to construct portfolios across multiple asset classes.

Kelly Wittpenn is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and operates an Etsy store where she designs and sells print-on-demand items. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services primarily to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using a combination of model-based and discretionary investment strategies.