Madison Decker is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with the Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, Decker held roles with the Miami Dolphins and the Miami Open and Hard Rock Stadium. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional investors, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Marco Rosas Ruiz is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2021 and has worked at Wells Fargo Bank, NA since 2016. Outside of his financial career, he is involved in the hospitality industry as a cashier at Timbuktu Restaurant in Hanover, MD. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, serving as an ERISA fiduciary and offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services tailored to plan objectives and risk tolerances.

Michael Norris is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Citigroup Global Markets. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse range of clients including individuals, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services tailored to each client’s risk profile and investment preferences.

Matthew McGehrin is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has served since 2007. He also holds the role of Merrill Institutional Consultant, with a focus on serving nonprofit organizations, foundations, and endowments. Matt works with clients to develop portfolios designed to withstand market volatility while aligning with clients' goals and values, emphasizing clear communication and a strategy-first approach tailored to individual and organizational needs. Matt holds several professional certifications, including the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP®) designations. He earned his bachelor's degree in finance from the University of Maryland in College Park. Committed to continuous learning, he adapts client portfolios proactively in response to market changes. Beyond his professional duties, Matt serves on the Board of the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay and acts as a site coordinator for their Project Clean Stream, recruiting volunteers for environmental restoration efforts. He resides in Annapolis with his wife and two daughters and engages in personal interests such as golfing, running, and traveling.

Margaret Kosmerl is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 34 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 1997. Kosmerl is involved in non-variable insurance, including long-term care insurance. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Aaron Troup is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Arnold, MD, and has 21 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Raymond James Financial Services and EZ Federal Benefits Education. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals near or in retirement with significant investable assets, offering detailed written Recommendation Reports that incorporate income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis with algorithmic tools to support its advisory process.

Shamli Mamgain is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo, she held roles at Urban Cooperative Bank Limited and Newbt Teas of London. She is also affiliated with the University of Baltimore. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Tracy Donoho is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 11 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate firms since 2014. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet certain asset thresholds, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide written recommendation reports. The firm serves clients through a centralized consulting team and emphasizes a mix of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

James Lee is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in Columbia, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 30 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Metropolitan Life Insurance Company and MetLife Securities Inc. since 1999 and has been with MassMutual Investors Services since 2017. Outside of advising, he is an agent involved in life and health insurance and owns Metropolitan Wealth Advisors, LLC. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes collaborative annual planning relationships and provides specialized event-driven planning, including estate settlement and divorce planning.

Kevin Turnock is a CFP® with 31 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with RBC Capital Markets in Annapolis, MD. His prior experience includes over a decade at Morgan Stanley in various private banking roles. Outside of his advisory duties, he is involved in family and personal real estate businesses, holding positions such as limited partner and general partner in several investment-related entities. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm provides tailored portfolio management and financial planning services through multiple advisory programs, leveraging both in-house and third-party investment managers to meet clients’ Advisory Risk Profiles.

Nicole Mc Donald is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She partners with individuals, families, and organizations to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at pursuing long-term goals by aligning money with clients' values and aspirations. Nicole's experience includes a background in the hospitality industry, which contributes to her focus on listening and delivering tailored financial guidance. She provides support in areas such as retirement planning, wealth preservation, liquidity management, portfolio management services, and financial strategies for business owners and mission-driven organizations. Nicole holds the designations of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She earned a Bachelor's Degree from Howard University and is involved in community service through the Howard University Alumni Club and the Phi Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Nicole's personal interests include basketball, hiking, music, photography, spending time with family, and traveling.

Dejan Vujinovic is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings over 15 years of experience in wealth management, sales, and finance to his role, focusing on helping clients achieve their financial goals through personalized strategies. Dejan collaborates closely with clients to develop flexible financial plans that respond to changing market conditions and provide access to Merrill's investment insights alongside Bank of America's banking and lending solutions. Dejan holds a Master's Degree and a Bachelor's Degree from University Paris XII. He has earned professional designations including Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). Fluency in Serbo-Croatian, French, and English enables him to serve a diverse client base. Committed to community engagement, Dejan participates in local volunteer activities inspired by Merrill Lynch’s tradition of community service. Outside of his professional duties, he enjoys basketball, reading, soccer, and traveling.

Brooke Smith is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Primerica Financial Services, PFS Investment Inc., DiGi Financial, and the State of Maryland. In addition to advisory services, she is involved in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm uses model-delivery strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and provides advisory services through a large network of financial advisors.

Ryan Quigg is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Annapolis, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His work history includes positions at RBC Wealth Management and RBC Capital Markets, as well as time spent in education and at the Baltimore County Revenue Authority. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services tailored to each client’s risk profile.

Joseph Bell is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Columbia, MD, holding CFP® and Series 66 credentials and bringing 17 years of industry experience. He has worked with multiple firms including Avantax Advisory Services and 1ST Global Capital Corp. He is also associated with Bell, Frech & Jacobs, a CPA firm specializing in tax preparation and accounting. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual clients, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing model portfolios, third-party research, and technology-driven investment strategies.

Brendan Smith is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Equitable Advisors and Merrill Lynch, as well as multiple positions at Clemson University. 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/insurance channels to implement client recommendations.

Ronnie Rounds II is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. His work history includes positions at CWCapital and academic roles at Louisiana State University and Bishop McNamara High School. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs, operating through multiple program sponsors and third-party managers.

Robert Bowman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Columbia, MD, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2025. His prior roles include various positions at James Madison University and other organizations. 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.

Michael Balakirsky is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Columbia, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and having 22 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2007. Outside of his advisory work, he has a small involvement in acquiring local tax liens. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management along with model portfolios and research support.

Kevin Hutt is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 30 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. His career includes long-term roles at Avantax and ownership of Onyx Asset & Wealth Management LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the boards of several nonprofit organizations, including the Christian Jail Ministry and the National Children's Center, and is involved in community leadership as president of the Hidden Ridge Homeowners Association. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform enabling advisors to implement a range of portfolio management strategies across various program structures and custodial relationships.