Russell Hewitt Jr. is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in Hunt Valley, MD, holding a Series 66 credential and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with MassMutual Investors Services since 2015 and is also involved with MassMutual Life Insurance Company. Hewitt has ownership and sales roles at Onorato Financial Group LLC, which focuses on life, health, disability insurance, fixed annuities, and long-term care. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, structuring client engagements as collaborative annual relationships using firm-approved analytical tools.

Noah Silva is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2024. Before joining Ameriprise, he worked at River Church Baltimore and held positions at Johns Hopkins University and local schools. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement planning advice centered on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Karl Porter is a Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor, and Senior Portfolio Advisor with The Pearce Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill since 1998 and previously worked with Morgan Stanley and Dean Witter. Karl holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst® designation earned in conjunction with the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, and the Investments & Wealth Institute™. He is also a Retirement Benefits Consultant and a member of a specialized group of Merrill Financial Advisors registered with the Firm's Defined Contribution Investment Consulting (DCIC) platform. Karl is a member of the National Association of Plan Advisors (NAPA) and holds the CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA) designation. His areas of expertise include family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible investing, values-based and ESG investing, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Prior to his career in financial services, Karl gained extensive experience in the real estate industry. He attended Boston University and received his bachelor's degree from the College of the Atlantic. Additionally, he has worked as a researcher for The Smithsonian Institution. In 2023, Karl was recognized as a member of The Pearce Group on the FORBES "Top 100 Private Wealth Teams in America" list. Outside of his professional work, Karl enjoys boating, fishing, football, reading, scuba diving, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Joshua Mikolowsky is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 26 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch. He is based in Hunt Valley, MD. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, and offers financial planning and consulting with a non-discretionary approach supported by various portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Khloe Adams is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2025, she worked at T. Rowe Price for three years. Adams's background includes experience outside of finance, having held roles at Under Armour and teaching positions at Stevenson University and Sparrows Point High School, as well as involvement with Tiki Lee's Dock Bar. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and the Global Investment Committee’s analyses. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers planning services both directly and through corporate agreements.

Erik Barrueto is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a wide range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process incorporates structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools but does not include individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Debra Press is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 37 years of industry experience. Her previous roles include positions at Bank of America, Eagle Strategies (NY Life), and New York Life Insurance Company. Outside of her advisory work, she owns an eBay retail business specializing in household items, shoes, and collectibles. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Brenden Bosmans is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following a year at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Bosmans writes and records music. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s IPS-driven process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Candido Palting III is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, currently working at Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services supported by firm-approved planning tools and risk modeling techniques.

Aaron Kelly is a CFP® professional with 10 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2024. He previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation from 2015 to 2024. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of financial planning and investment management services through a large network of advisors and utilizes various advisory platforms and tools.

Timothy Cerny is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. His prior work includes over two decades at Guardian Life Insurance. He is also involved in selling non-variable insurance products through several providers. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies supported by advanced operational tools.

Shane Smith is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bethesda Wealth Planning Group and Georgetown Financial Group, as well as work in construction and education. He has also been affiliated with the University of Maryland for four years. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, and corporate entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach, offering financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and participation in wrap programs.

Tendai Mubagwe is a financial advisor with Merrill in Hunt Valley, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, Tendai worked at NIH Federal Credit Union and Premier Bank, among other roles. Outside of finance, Tendai is the founder and business manager of an online venture, DigitalMarketingbyT, which offers digital product templates and customizable gift items. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Jacqueline Jones is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with 30 years of industry experience. She is currently with Cetera and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC, having joined in 2024, and previously worked with Mass Mutual Investors Services and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Co. Jones is also active as a financial advisor at Kinnect Advisors and holds a role as an insurance agent selling fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services using a multi-manager platform with various program options and custodial relationships.

Tasha Williams is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 20 years of industry experience. She holds the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining LPL Financial, she spent two decades at Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

William Nicklas is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2026. Prior to this, he held various roles in education and tutoring organizations. Outside of finance, he operates a self-employed dogsitting business. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions. The firm uses model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers, with features such as strategic asset allocation and tax-aware options.

Matthew Roberts is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2008. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jeffrey Munson is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 27 years of industry experience, currently with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2021. Prior to joining Wells Fargo, he worked for RBC Capital Markets from 2009 to 2021. Outside of his advisory role, Munson is involved in entrepreneurial ventures including ownership interests in investment-related LLCs. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of planning services supported by Wells Fargo’s research and financial tools.

Simon Moore is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior work experience that includes roles at the Naval Academy Golf Association and the Naval Academy AA&F. Outside of advisory work, he has been involved with the Naval Academy Golf Association. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement income planning advice, focusing on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Benjamin Maulone is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Encore Global and Bank of America, N.A. Outside of finance, he performs as a saxophone player with the Mood Swings Big Band, an event band based in Baltimore. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, 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 for individuals, corporations, and charitable organizations.