Joseph Davis Jr. is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 54 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations and has previously worked at H. Beck, Inc. and his own firm, Davis Advisory Services, Inc. He is involved with The Living Capital Group in a non-variable insurance capacity. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Thomas Lee is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Potomac, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James since 2002 and also serves as a trustee for EZ Federal Benefits and is a partner in GIVE LLC. Lee is the owner of Serving Those Who Serve, a financial planning firm focused on federal employees. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and municipal entities. The firm emphasizes non-discretionary financial planning and investment consulting, using detailed client risk profiles and firm research to develop tailored strategies.

Edward Railey is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. for nine years before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2023. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, participant education, and plan benchmarking. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, serving as an ERISA fiduciary and offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment management options.

Parul Verma is a financial advisor with Merrill in Columbia, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2019. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm is integrated with Bank of America’s corporate platform, enabling access to diverse products and services.

Kate Mbonu is currently an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2022. She partners with clients to understand their financial goals and helps build customized plans to meet their unique needs, emphasizing strong client relationships based on trust and reliability. Prior to this, she served as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2022 and was a Financial Advisor at Cetera Investment Services LLC from 2019 to 2021. From 1998 to 2016, she was Branch Manager at Chevy Chase Bank LLC. Kate holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys cooking and baking, family activities, fitness, social events with friends, music, and singing.

Ryan Troxell is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds the Series 66 designation and has five years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, T Rowe Price, and Fidelity Investments. 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 a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by internal and third-party research.

Barry Shapiro is a Wealth Management Advisor and Retirement Benefits Consultant with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in financial services in 1996 and has been with Merrill Lynch since 2008. Barry co-founded the Sorkin Shapiro Unikel Group, leading a team of six professionals to provide services tailored to clients' diverse financial goals. Barry specializes in corporate retirement plans and wealth management for families. His expertise includes retirement income planning, wealth transfer, insurance services, gifting, and philanthropic strategies. As a Retirement Benefits Consultant, he assists corporations with plan enhancement, needs assessments, investment analysis, menu selection, and employee education to address modern retirement investing challenges. He holds a bachelor's degree in business from the University of Maryland College Park and maintains several professional designations including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Outside of work, Barry enjoys biking, hiking, skiing, swimming, and yoga.

Donald Glab is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. for 12 years before joining Wells Fargo in 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Evergreen Christian School in Leesburg, VA, serving on its finance committee. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Jason Martin is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Bethesda, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2009 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, Martin volunteers with the CFA Institute, reviewing examination content and assisting with standards and grading. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a variety of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and market simulations.

Young Kim is a financial advisor at OSAIC with a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2025, Kim worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors for seven years and MCB Consulting LLC for seven years, where he currently provides consulting services to business owners on operations and business strategies. He is also employed part-time as a home caregiver. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated financial advisers, offering integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs various tools such as asset-allocation models and automated rebalancing to construct portfolios including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.

Stephen Hlibok is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since beginning his career in 1987, he has concentrated on developing wealth management strategies tailored to individual client needs. Stephen’s expertise encompasses services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, socially responsible and values-based investing, special needs planning strategies, and retirement income. A key focus of his practice is serving deaf investors, offering direct communication in American Sign Language without third-party interpretation to ensure clear understanding of opportunities, risk tolerance, and investment tax efficiency. Stephen holds a Master’s degree in Vocational Rehabilitation from New York University and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Gallaudet University. He has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and is affiliated with the National Association of the Deaf and the Gallaudet University Alumni Association. His work advancing financial services for the deaf community has received national media coverage. Outside of his professional role, Stephen is involved with the United States Deaf Ski and Snowboard Association and enjoys outdoor activities such as skiing, biking, hiking, boating, fishing, genealogy, and traveling.

Dominic Lo Piccolo is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2017, with a break during which he served on the investment committee of the Zeta Psi Educational Foundation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer providing a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools.

David Brown Jr. is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. David works closely with individuals, families, and business owners to develop financial strategies that emphasize tax-efficient planning, disciplined growth, and prudent asset preservation. His approach focuses on long-term partnership, helping clients manage their wealth through life changes and market fluctuations. David holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University System of Georgia and has earned professional designations including the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His work centers on providing clear, manageable financial guidance to help clients make informed decisions and achieve long-term financial stability. Outside of his professional role, David participates in community activities such as Habitat for Humanity. He also enjoys various personal interests including billiards, boxing, camping, chess, golfing, hiking, music, pickleball, running, and traveling.

Casey Coffman is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS in 2024, Coffman worked at Morgan Stanley from 2017 to 2024 and held positions at PenFed Credit Union and Energy Federal Credit Union. He holds the Series 66 designation. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client strategies.

Deandre Cammarata serves as a Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch. Since joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2011 after earning his bachelor's degree from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, Deandre has focused on providing concierge-level wealth management services. He works closely with clients and their families, overseeing and coordinating financial affairs to simplify their financial lives while collaborating with a team of professionals on estate planning, banking, home financing, securities lending, and other financial matters. Deandre specializes in corporate executive services, executive and equity compensation, family wealth management, international wealth management, liquidity management, portfolio management, sports and entertainment, and tax minimization. His expertise has been recognized with inclusion on Forbes' "America's Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors Best-in-State" and "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" lists in 2025. He holds professional designations including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment (SE), and maintains an active role within the community through involvement with organizations such as Project C.U.R.E. and Ronan's Reel. Residing in Chicago's North Shore with his wife and son, Deandre enjoys playing tennis, traveling, and following soccer, specifically supporting Manchester United. He dedicates time outside of work as a board member of Ronan's Reel, an organization focused on addiction recovery. His commitment to delivering personalized, attentive service underpins his role at The Murphy Group, where he aims to provide the best value to his clients.

Michelle Owens is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Rockville, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, Owens serves on the Board of Directors for a nonprofit community development corporation in Washington, DC, and is Treasurer for Utility Advisory, Inc. She also oversees the investment advisor and portfolio for the United Religions Initiative. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, delivering tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team. The firm combines research-driven modeling and tax-efficiency analysis to support client income strategies, while emphasizing the use of Ameriprise-managed accounts and affiliated investment products.

Alvin Costa is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His career includes positions at Bank of America, Wells Fargo Bank, PNC Bank, and teaching roles at the University of Maryland-College Park and Montgomery College. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Michael Brick is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Bethesda, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at UBS since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington Maryland Region, contributing to fundraising and youth events. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management. The firm offers fee-based financial planning, discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, and distributes mutual funds and alternative products.

Mauricio Maldonado is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and eight years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank, NA, with a combined tenure of over 12 years. 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 and tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools.

Eric Wells is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Columbia, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and two years of industry experience. He has concurrently worked at T. Rowe Price and within the federal government since 2010. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals using a range of portfolio management and model-based strategies.