Douglas Grantham is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2022, following a 13-year tenure at Bank of America. 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 approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment options, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Rebecca Goldsmith is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Bethesda, MD, where she has worked since 2016. She has one year of industry experience. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using approved tools and modeling techniques.

Michael Lawrence is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers its services directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Carley Desillier is currently the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2023. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2007, progressing through several positions including Assistant Branch Leader, Private Wealth Management Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. With 19 years of experience at Fidelity, Carley has developed expertise in leading teams and supporting clients' financial well-being. She focuses on fostering a culture that inspires and empowers team members to pursue their personal and professional goals while delivering a high standard of service to clients. Carley's career reflects a commitment to maximizing the talents of her associates to partner effectively with clients. No information about her education, credentials, personal interests, or community involvement has been provided.

Dawn Robinson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Davidsonville, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 37 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, delivering written Recommendation Reports that address income, Social Security, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research and modeling with a centralized consulting team to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations, primarily for clients with Ameriprise-managed accounts.

David Atkinson is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 23 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in providing soccer education and coaching to youth players through the Villarreal Virginia Academy. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by combining brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm leverages proprietary research and institutional trading capabilities alongside wealth management services.

Heather Hanson Rivas is a CFP® professional with 15 years of industry experience, currently with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2010 to 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as co-trustee of the John C. Hanson Revocable Living Trust and is a member of the finance committee for Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture, a creative community hub. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Benjamin Duhoski is a Series 66 registered advisor with seven years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Enterprise and has previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, and Northwestern Mutual. Prior to his financial career, he was a full-time student for nine years. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through both advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, access to model portfolios, third-party asset management arrangements, and a broad range of brokerage and insurance products.

Rod Faghani is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Bethesda, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates a community martial arts class focused on Kendo, a form of Japanese fencing, which he manages without personal income. Ameriprise serves individuals approaching or in retirement, offering retirement-income planning services that include detailed recommendation reports and a combination of research and modeling techniques. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its extensive network.

Taylor Smith is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding the CFP® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. Smith has 13 years of industry experience and has previously worked with Northwestern Mutual Investment Management and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company. Outside the financial industry, Smith serves as president of the StonePoint HOA, where responsibilities include approving expenses, conducting property inspections, and leading community meetings. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through independent financial professionals, utilizing various custody and platform options along with proprietary and third-party model strategies.

Rumana Tarin is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She specializes in helping affluent individuals and families with services including corporate executive support, education planning, equity compensation, family wealth management, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, special needs planning, and tax minimization. Rumana holds a Bachelor's Degree from Stony Brook University and an Associate's Degree from Briarcliffe College. She has also completed advanced financial planning coursework at the College for Financial Planning. Her professional credentials include the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) certification, Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®) designation, Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA) certifications. She is a member of the Bank of America Long Island Regional Council. Rumana is actively involved in the special needs community through her work with Autism Speaks. She brings her fluency in English, Persian, and Spanish to her practice. Outside of work, Rumana enjoys music, fitness, traveling, reading, and spending time with her family.

Scott Lanham is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. 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 investment approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Brian Haney is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Silver Spring, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 20 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Dempsey Lord Smith and Coastal Investment Advisors, as well as a decade at MML Investors Services and Mass Mutual Life Insurance. Outside of his advisory work, Haney owns and operates a consulting and coaching business and an insurance agency. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent professionals, using a variety of platform arrangements and proprietary as well as third-party strategies.

Lionel Desbordes II is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Edward Jones since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Trustees for Glenelg Country School in Ellicott City, MD. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, with over $1 trillion in assets under management supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,700 advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, investment strategies, and affiliated solutions under a fiduciary standard.

Olivia Baldwin is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Bethesda, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2020 and has prior experience with Healthcare Resource Network and the College of Charleston. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and modeling techniques to support its advisory services.

Liam Mc Nulty is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at Ankura and has experience in academic environments, including James Madison University and George C. Marshall High School. 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 employs a structured financial planning process using firm‑approved tools and modeling techniques.

Niesha Parekh is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 23 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member for the An Open Book Foundation, a nonprofit focused on children and youth in Washington, D.C. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process includes structured discovery and modeling tools, supporting clients in implementing and updating their plans.

Heidi Locastro is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 25 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at firms including Merrill, PNC Investments, Mass Mutual Investors Services, and Metlife Securities. She has been with Fidelity in various capacities since 2022. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Jeremy Barto is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Seventy2 Capital Wealth Management and Mookie's BBQ. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services tailored to clients meeting certain net-worth criteria, with recommendations supported by Wells Fargo research and planning tools.

Michael Padilla is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with families, individuals, and business owners to develop long-term financial strategies that integrate savings plans, financial goals, and business plans with retirement objectives. He serves as clients' primary point of contact and partners with a team of specialists to assist in various aspects of their financial lives. Mike graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and a minor in Business Management. His professional background includes owning and managing a home improvement company and working as a Personal Banker for Bank of America, where he helped clients with their checking, savings, and credit needs. He joined Merrill in 2012. Mike holds the designations of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He lives in Montgomery County with his wife and two children and is active in his church and community. Mike spent time living in Brazil from 2002 to 2004 and is fluent in Portuguese. Outside of work, he enjoys participating in sports such as flag football, camping, hiking, and is involved with the Boy Scouts of America.