Sarah Hofman is a financial advisor at Veridian Capital Partners with nine years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked with firms including Brian L. Runkles Inc. and Ameriprise Financial Services. Hofman has been with Veridian Capital Partners and Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments since 2021. Veridian Capital Partners is a team-based registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, estates, and business clients with discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-method investment approach incorporating qualitative, quantitative, and technical analysis across a broad range of strategies, including the use of derivatives within separately managed accounts.

Eric Hilderbrand is a financial advisor with AtCap Partners, LLC in Rockville, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 29 years of industry experience. He previously worked at National Securities Corporation for 13 years and Ceros Financial Services, Inc. for four years. AtCap Partners provides investment management and financial planning services to individual clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and corporate entities. The firm uses a blend of analytical methods including fundamental and technical analysis, incorporates market-timing strategies, and offers access to alternative investments and third-party asset managers.

Momodou Bojang is a financial advisor at Axiom Value Wealth Management LLC with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at USAdvisors Wealth Management and Securities America Advisors. Bojang is also the founder and CEO of Axiom Value LLC, an investment, insurance, and retirement planning business. Axiom Value Wealth Management LLC provides portfolio management and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth clients through a small team of advisors. The firm employs a combination of fundamental and quantitative investment methods and offers retirement-focused education through workshops and webinars.

Michael Mattison is a financial advisor at PlanVest Financial, Inc. with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at PlanVest Financial since 2018, with previous experience at LPL Financial and Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments. PlanVest Financial, Inc. serves individual and high-net-worth clients with wealth planning, financial planning, and investment management across various account types. The firm employs a comprehensive approach including fundamental and technical analysis, offering multiple engagement models and managing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios.

Cornell Abod is the principal of Beacon Investment Advisors LLC in Gaithersburg, MD, holding a Series 65 designation and with 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Beacon Investment Advisors since 2003 and also owns C.P. Abod & Co., LLC, an accounting services firm, and Beacon RPC, LLC, a retirement plan consulting company. Mr. Abod dedicates a significant portion of his time to accounting and retirement plan consulting activities. Beacon Investment Advisors provides wealth management and discretionary portfolio management services to individuals, families, trusts, estates, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm’s investment approach centers on customized asset allocation guided by fundamental analysis and includes a range of securities and strategies tailored to client needs.

Michelle Hoesly is a financial advisor with Atcap Partners, LLC, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. She has 48 years of industry experience, including work with Ceros Financial Services, Inc. and operating as an independent RIA under Resource 1, Inc. Hoesly is also involved in motivational and industry speaking engagements. Atcap Partners serves individual clients across wealth levels, as well as pension plans, trusts, estates, and corporate entities, offering tailored investment management and financial planning using a blend of fundamental and technical analysis, including market-timing strategies.

Neil Kaplan is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with eight years of industry experience. He is currently with Caitlin John, LLC and previously worked at Guardian Pointe Private Wealth Management, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates KIS Financial, LLC, a business focused on college funding solutions and insurance products. Caitlin John, LLC serves retail and high-net-worth individuals, trusts, qualified retirement plan sponsors, and other institutions, offering investment management, financial planning, consulting, and qualified retirement plan services. The firm provides personalized investment programs through a team of registered investment adviser representatives, utilizing a range of strategies and instruments, including proprietary dynamic allocation strategies and consulting on non-traditional investments.

Anthony Logiudice is a financial advisor at AtCap Partners, LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at National Securities Corp and Ceros Financial Services, Inc. Outside of advising, he is the owner of A+D All Day LLC, an auto transport startup that is not currently operating. AtCap Partners provides investment management and financial planning services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and corporate entities. The firm uses a mix of proprietary strategies, sub-advisors, and outside managers, incorporating both fundamental and technical analysis, including market-timing techniques.

Scott Dinn is a financial advisor with Lafayette Investments, Inc. in Ashton, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Lafayette Investments since 2005. Lafayette Investments is a SEC-registered investment adviser that provides discretionary portfolio management to individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charities, and business entities. The firm emphasizes fundamental and qualitative security analysis and employs a long-term, low-turnover investment approach, managing portfolios customized to client objectives and restrictions.

Annabelle Saez is a financial advisor with Axiom Value Wealth Management LLC and holds a Series 65 designation. She has one year of experience at Axiom Value Wealth Management and previously worked in related financial and accounting roles, including operating her own CPA practice. Outside of advisory work, she has experience in travel and business preparations. Axiom Value Wealth Management LLC provides portfolio management and financial planning to individual and high-net-worth clients, integrating planning into ongoing asset management. The firm uses a combination of fundamental, quantitative, technical, charting, and cyclical analysis, and employs both long- and short-term trading strategies tailored to clients’ Investment Policy Statements.

Aaron Weston is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 12 years of industry experience. He is currently with FSA Wealth Partners and has previously worked at Financial Services Advisory, Inc., Charles Schwab Bank SSB, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., and TD Ameritrade. FSA Wealth Partners provides discretionary asset management and limited financial planning to individuals, business owners, foundations, trusts, IRAs, and retirement plans. The firm employs a technical analysis-driven investment process supplemented by fundamental review and uses a structured approach that includes tactical strategies and a defined exit framework called the FSA Safety Net.

Mamie Liu is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Advocate Investing Services since 2016. She has also been affiliated with LPL Financial since 2010. Advocate Investing Services is a team-based registered investment adviser managing approximately $154 million for individuals, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm customizes portfolios based on client objectives and risk tolerance, utilizing both fundamental and technical analysis, and employs a range of trading strategies including the use of derivatives within separately managed accounts.

Tony Nguy is a financial advisor at Axiom Value Wealth Management LLC with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at firms including SunTrust Advisory Services and Osaic Wealth. In addition to his advisory role, Tony is an independent licensed insurance agent with Axiom Value LLC. Axiom Value Wealth Management LLC serves individual and high-net-worth clients, providing portfolio management and financial planning through a small team of advisors. The firm uses a combination of fundamental and quantitative investment methods and offers retirement-focused education via workshops and webinars.

Chandru Ramachandran is a Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®) with 28 years of industry experience. He is currently a private wealth advisor at Veridian Capital Partners, where he has worked since 2021. Prior to that, he was with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 16 years. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of Diversified Business Associates, LLC, a company that supports the operations of his financial planning practice. Veridian Capital Partners is a team-based registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, estates, and business clients with discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-method investment approach utilizing qualitative, quantitative, and technical analysis across a broad range of strategies, including the use of derivatives and options within separately managed accounts.

Lawrence Judge is a financial advisor at Lafayette Investments, Inc. with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Lafayette Investments since 2010. Lafayette Investments is a SEC-registered investment adviser that provides discretionary portfolio management to individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charities, and business entities. The firm focuses on fundamental and qualitative security analysis with a long-term, low-turnover investment approach, managing portfolios across equities, municipal and corporate fixed income, mutual funds, and ETFs.

Ethan Holobinko is a financial advisor at Veridian Capital Partners in Frederick, MD. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Veridian since 2024. Prior to joining the firm, he worked at Meritus Medical Center and attended Mount Saint Mary's University. Veridian Capital Partners is a team-based registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, estates, and business clients with discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-method investment approach that includes qualitative, quantitative, and technical analysis across a broad range of strategies.

Henry Meadows is a financial advisor with WMS Advisors, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. His career includes over two decades at Grove Point Investments LLC (formerly H. Beck, Inc.) and a formal tax principal role at SKMB, P.A. He also serves as a trustee for the Virginia Harris Holsinger Trust and is involved in life insurance sales. WMS Advisors is a team-based SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $281 million for individuals, families, pension plans, trusts, and business entities. The firm employs asset-class oriented portfolios using ETFs, index funds, individual securities, and selective alternatives, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside comprehensive financial planning and tax and insurance advice.

Stephanie Ramachandran is a financial advisor with Veridian Capital Partners, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 16 years before joining Veridian and Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments in 2021. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in financial planning and bookkeeping through Diversified Business Associates. Veridian Capital Partners is a team-based registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, estates, and business clients with discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-method investment approach that includes asset allocation, fixed income, options, and derivatives, and sponsors a wrap fee program with individualized management for its clients.

Stephen Koda is a financial advisor at Advocate Investing Services with a Series 65 credential and four years of industry experience. He has held roles at Univers Tech and DoorDash, and he is the owner and president of Rocket Sports, LLC, a custom apparel printing business. Advocate Investing Services is a four-advisor firm providing portfolio management, financial planning, pension consulting, and advisory services to individuals, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm uses a range of investment strategies including derivatives and market-linked instruments and employs both discretionary and non-discretionary management tailored to client objectives.

Zachary Payne is a CFP® with nine years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at PlanVest Financial, Inc. in Gaithersburg, MD. He has worked at PlanVest Financial since 2015, including time when it operated as an LPL Financial DBA. PlanVest Financial, Inc. serves primarily individual and high-net-worth clients, offering comprehensive wealth planning and investment management with a team of six advisors managing approximately $176 million. The firm uses a combination of fundamental, technical, cyclical, and charting analysis to customize portfolios and provides various engagement models, including a wrap fee program and a dedicated federal-employee planning service.