John Haigler is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Columbia, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he co-owns an event planning business, The Vinoy Group, with his spouse. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory solutions. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a range of investment options such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Rolando Guzman Jr. is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including customized financial planning supported by advanced modeling tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through both direct client relationships and corporate financial planning agreements.

Adam Hewat is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors, AIG, and VALIC Financial Advisors. Outside of advising, he is also licensed as an insurance agent, selling and servicing various insurance products including accident and health insurance, disability insurance, and annuities. OSAIC serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients, offering integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to multiple advisory platforms. The firm uses firm-provided tools and third-party solutions to construct and manage diversified portfolios across various asset classes.

Juliette Smith is a financial advisor with Merrill in Columbia, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill Lynch since 1999. 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 into Bank of America’s platform, providing access to a wide set of products and services beyond investment management.

Kevin Fishkind is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Rockville, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and has been with Citigroup Global Markets since 2006. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and modeling techniques to support its financial planning process.

Laith Layous is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he focuses on building long-term relationships with clients and their families, developing personalized wealth management strategies tailored to their individual needs, goals, values, and aspirations. Laith works closely with clients to understand what matters most to them, determining their appropriate level of risk and positioning them to pursue their long-term financial objectives. Laith holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Miami and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He communicates fluently in English and Chinese, supporting a diverse client base. Committed to community involvement, Laith participates in volunteering activities aligned with Merrill's tradition of community service.

James Henson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Rockville, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2024. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs. The firm offers tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved planning tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Chris Wallace is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2011 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015. Wallace holds Series 63, 65, and 66 credentials. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Liam Mulcahy is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at BNY Mellon and Cvent. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved with Tontine Financial LLC, where he supports payroll and benefits operations. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, charitable organizations, and government entities. The firm offers customized solutions including a SIMPLE IRA advisory program for small businesses and serves state and municipal clients with access to public finance resources.

Alistair Faghani is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Equinox, Spotluck, Capital Teas, and the University of Maryland, College Park. Outside of his advisory role, he instructs kendo, a martial art, to children and adults on a part-time basis. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service, which provides tailored recommendations and ongoing advice focused on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Eiber Medina Gutierrez is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2018, following two years at Capital One Bank N.A. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a remodeling and subcontracting construction business. 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.

Lanie Nikes is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 12 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Charles Schwab in Bethesda, MD. Her prior work includes roles at Mercer Global Advisors Inc. and McLaughlin Ryder Investments, Inc. She has previously operated her own advisory business, Nikes Advisory. Charles Schwab serves a large client base predominantly composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering wealth advisory services through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program. The firm combines non-discretionary advice with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and employs multi-asset model portfolios supported by its Center for Financial Research.

Jonathan Aguilar Bernstein is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2025 and has prior experience at Wells Fargo Bank, Rocket Mortgage, and several other organizations. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and includes a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Daniel Kim is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 66 and Series 65 designations and 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2021 and previously held roles at HSBC Bank USA, N.A. and HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. between 2015 and 2021. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage solutions. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and employs over 14,000 financial advisors.

Jordan Kraus is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Rockville, MD, holding the CFP® designation and Securities Series 63 and 66 licenses. He has 26 years of industry experience, including five years at Stratos Wealth Partners and 19 years with LPL Financial. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research from in-house and third-party sources.

Nathaniel Massey Jr. is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Fairfax, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2005. Massey serves on the Board of Directors for the Ingleside Foundation and several affiliated organizations. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, using a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored recommendations. The firm delivers these services through a centralized consulting team in partnership with its financial advisors and integrates algorithmic tools alongside human review.

Charles Lewandowski is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding CFP® and ChFC® designations, and has 46 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he worked at Grove Point Advisors, LLC for four years and has been involved with Artisan Movers, Inc. since 2017. He is also a business owner and officer at Artisan Movers, Inc. outside of his advisory role. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers diverse financial planning and advisory programs, leveraging research, model portfolios, and technologies such as machine learning across discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Griffin Johnson is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at State Farm and service in the US Army. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary SMAs and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by research from the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Lissa Collins is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill, based in Columbia, MD. She has 9 years of industry experience and has been with Merrill since 2013. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm integrates with Bank of America’s corporate platform, providing access to a wide range of investment products and services.

Tyghe Carstens is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity, a role he has held since 2025. In this position, he works with individuals and families to help them navigate their financial lives in a holistic manner, assisting them in planning for futures that align with their goals. He utilizes interactive software and Fidelity's robust offerings to help clients clarify their priorities and act with confidence. Prior to joining Fidelity, Carstens gained experience as a Financial Advisor at CW Advisors from 2024 to 2025, a Financial Planning Specialist at Citibank from 2022 to 2024, and as a Private Client Advisor at BMO from 2019 to 2022. His professional experience includes working domestically and abroad, exposing him to a wide array of clients and financial strategies. Outside of his professional work, Carstens has interests in family activities, outdoor adventures, scuba diving, tennis, traveling, and writing.