Eliza Socito Balubar is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with 11 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked with Primerica since 2014. Prior to her current role, she was employed at the University of Maryland Medical Center from 2006 to 2018. In addition to her advisory work, she is involved in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and a limited number of discretionary separately managed account options. The firm uses third-party asset managers and emphasizes a tiered wrap fee structure rather than fixed fees.

Scott Katzenbarger is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Gaithersburg, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2023, he worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 14 years and Ameriprise Advisor Services, Inc. for 6 years, among other roles. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a wide range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Daniel Ronis is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 12 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial and has previously worked at Janney Montgomery Scott, Chapin Davis, Bank of America, and Merrill. His other business activities include insurance sales in Maryland. 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 financial planning and investment management services, including model portfolios and third-party asset management, supported by a broad platform combining advisory and non-advisory financial activities.

Dylan Branson is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He collaborates with individuals and families to provide personalized financial planning, investment management, and tax mitigation strategies. Dylan focuses on areas such as equity compensation services, managing new wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the University of Maryland, College Park, and an Associate's Degree from Montgomery College. Dylan has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Raised in Montgomery County, Maryland, he works closely with clients before and through retirement to address their financial needs and goals. Outside of his professional work, Dylan engages in adventure sports, chess, and skiing.

Michael Brezovec is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Gaithersburg, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 32 years of industry experience. Before joining LPL Financial in 2023, he spent 16 years with Ameriprise Financial Services and Ameriprise Advisor Services. Outside of his advisory work, he is a firearms instructor and holds a deer management permit at Phillips Farm. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services using various portfolio management strategies and supports its advisors with advanced operational and research tools.

Jordan Banks is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase Bank, and Truist Financial. Banks also has experience with Western Governors University and the University of Maryland - College Park. Merrill 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Robert Turner Jr. is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo since 2016 and previously spent a year at UBS Financial Services. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national firm providing investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm operates at scale with over 14,000 advisors and $671 billion in assets under management, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Nicole Martin is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Edward Jones with two years of industry experience. She previously worked at Capital Bank for four years and has held positions in lending and mortgage services. Outside of advising, she owns long-term rental properties in Washington, DC, and Denver, CO. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard with a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors.

Yong Lee is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill and Bank of America N.A. since 2012. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm provides model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Chukwuemeka Njere is a financial advisor at Fidelity with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities LLC. Njere’s work history also includes roles outside finance at Amazon.com and Bowie State University. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC, where Njere is employed, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios, and it serves in advisory roles less common among large institutional peers.

Jennifer Sevier is a CFP® professional with 25 years of experience in the financial advisory industry. She has been with Edelman Financial Engines and its predecessor entities since 2009. Her credentials also include Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Edelman Financial Engines offers technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm uses a committee-driven proprietary modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions.

Eric Felsenfeld is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 23 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His prior roles include positions at Chalice Capital Partners, Niagara International Capital Limited, Chalice Wealth Advisors, and H.Beck Inc. Outside of advising, he is co-owner of Chesapeake Innovations, an engineering and product design company, and KJ CREATIONS LLC, which publishes puzzle and children's books through Amazon KDP. Ameriprise offers specialized retirement-income planning services for individuals approaching or in retirement, focusing on clients with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to provide annual, non-discretionary retirement income recommendations delivered through a centralized consulting team.

Christopher Rockey is a CFP® professional with 22 years of experience in financial advising. He is currently with OSAIC and has held prior roles at Woodbury Financial Services and Capital One, among others. Rockey is a partner at Capital Harvest Wealth Partners, where he provides financial planning and investment services. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporations, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm employs a model-based investment approach with tools for asset allocation and portfolio optimization.

Debbie Merlos is a financial advisor with Merrill holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. 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. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Gabriel Ali is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he worked at Bank of America and Merrill. He has also been involved with the BlackRock Center for the Arts in a professional capacity. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of investment programs and uses advanced tools to support its extensive network of over 22,800 advisors.

Nicholas Ibello is a CFP® professional with 13 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. His prior experience includes roles at Commonwealth Financial Network and Williams Asset Management. Outside of his primary advisory work, he is involved in an insurance brokerage and operates a business entity for tax and investment purposes. 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 financial planning and investment management solutions, including access to third-party asset managers and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of advisors and advanced operational tools.

Zane VerBrugge is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. Prior to this, he served as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2023. In his current position, Zane focuses on understanding the unique financial situations of his clients to collaboratively develop financial plans aimed at meeting their future goals and addressing their concerns. Zane leverages the comprehensive investment resources available through Fidelity Investments to assist clients in navigating their financial journeys. His approach centers on becoming familiar with each client's individual financial story to provide tailored investment solutions. Outside of his professional work, Zane has interests in baseball, beach activities, fitness, football, running, and scuba diving.

Matthew Kramer is a CFP® professional with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial. His prior experience includes roles at Fidelity, Charles Schwab, and Edward Jones. He is also associated with Lee, Sipe and Associates and Serving Those Who Serve, where he works as a financial advisor. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning and investment consulting to individual and institutional clients, offering non-discretionary, tailored advice supported by analytical tools and a broad advisor network.

Samuel Downs is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Columbia, MD. He holds a Series 66 designation and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he held roles at Idaho Falls Chukars, UMBC, Monrovia Mart, Food Lion, US Business Service, Stevenson University, and Linganore High School. Equitable Advisors serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs, utilizing both proprietary and third-party solutions through a broad network of Investment Adviser Representatives.

Leah Ruffner is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2007, totaling over 16 years in various roles within the firm. 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 and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.