Dianne Scott is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 19 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2020, following eight years at UBS Financial Services Inc. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved as an independent distributor for two network marketing companies focused on nutrigenomics and clean beauty products. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual and institutional investors, offering a range of advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services tailored to each client’s risk profile.

Gregory Popera is a Private Wealth Advisor with Merrill Private Wealth Management, specializing in guiding families through significant financial transitions, particularly those involving the sale of private family businesses. He works closely with successful families to help them prepare for liquidity events and to thrive in the subsequent phases of their lives. His approach emphasizes careful listening to understand each family’s unique goals and defining their “Purpose of Wealth” to provide tailored coaching and wealth management strategies. With over three decades of experience, Gregory focuses on family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, philanthropic planning, and small business strategies. He has designed initiatives such as a Unit Budgeting Process and Paycheck Replacement Program to support clients’ financial goals. Gregory holds the Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. He earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Dayton and has been recognized consistently in industry rankings, including Barron’s Top 1,200 Advisors (2009–2019) and Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors (2018–2022). Outside of his professional work, Gregory is involved in youth sports, having coached girls' softball and boys' football, served as a swim team representative, and currently acts as a swim meet official. He resides in Bethesda, Maryland with his wife Lisa and their four children and enjoys cooking, football, reading, softball, swimming, and spending time with his family.

Christopher Gabrys is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Winchester, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 28 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Cuso Financial Services, LP for 12 years and has been associated with Apple Federal Credit Union since 2010. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services with a range of model portfolios and research support.

Randen Brown is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Footlocker Inc., Burke and Herbert Bank, and BOSE. 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 and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm is integrated into Bank of America’s broader platform, which includes a variety of trading, lending, and custody services.

Tak Fung is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Centreville, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999 and previously worked with AXA Advisors, LLC. Fung is also appointed with several insurance carriers to offer group term life and disability insurance products. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model, combining advisory and brokerage channels to tailor services based on client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

Rebecca Paden is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2023. In her position, she focuses on making complex financial concepts accessible and understandable for clients. Rebecca approaches each client with curiosity and determination, engaging in conversations by asking relevant questions and offering actionable next steps to help clients feel confident and in control of their finances. Rebecca is licensed in California as an insurance professional. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys a variety of personal interests including board games, cooking and baking, fitness, social events with friends, hiking, and theater.

Benjamin Mackie is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Xcal, IMC, Montgomery College, and Andrews International. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund and registered investment companies. The firm combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and advisory services.

Kent Ashley is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in McLean, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and over 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Mass Mutual and its affiliated entities since 2001. In addition to his advisory role, he is also licensed as an agent with various insurance carriers focusing on life, long-term care, and health insurance. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers ongoing financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, employing firm-approved software tools to analyze client goals and deliver written recommendations.

Michael Skeeter is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2022, previously serving as a Financial Consultant from 2023 to 2025 and as an Investment Consultant from 2022 to 2023. Prior to joining Fidelity, Michael worked as an Investment Consultant at TD Ameritrade from 2018 to 2022. Throughout his career, Michael has focused on partnering with clients to understand their goals and priorities. He takes a tailored approach to designing and executing financial plans that meet clients' unique needs. Building strong relationships based on competency, reliability, and trust is central to his professional practice.

Austin Longacre V is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with Series 65 and Series 63 credentials. He began his career at Edward Jones in 2025 and previously worked at DARPA, the Air Force, Axiologic Solutions, and the NSA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets with a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices. The firm offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, as well as affiliated mutual funds and tax-efficient services, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Monisha Tripathy is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and three years of industry experience. She previously worked at Truist Bank for seven years before joining Wells Fargo Bank in 2022. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Bryan Holoman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Herndon, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 32 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2012. Outside of advisory services, he is involved in tax preparation for individuals and operates a ride-sharing business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios and research from various sources along with technology-driven strategies.

Andrew Rodney is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in McLean, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as treasurer for the Rolling Ridge PTA in Sterling, VA, managing the school's event budget. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics.

Kenneth Fahmy is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors and holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has 40 years of industry experience, working at Equitable Advisors since 1999 and at CMG Financial Planning Ltd since 2011. He is also president and owner of an outside employee benefits and insurance brokerage organization. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs, working extensively with program sponsors and third-party managers to deliver advisory and brokerage solutions.

Kevin Oconnor is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously spent seven years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting for 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 incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options among its investment menus.

Timothy Neary is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in developing personalized wealth management strategies that align with his clients' priorities and adapt to changing market conditions. Timothy helps clients pursue goals related to college education planning, family wealth management, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. Timothy holds a Bachelor's Degree from Marymount University and has earned professional designations including Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He follows the Merrill tradition of community involvement and spends time volunteering with local organizations. Outside of work, Timothy enjoys golfing, playing pickleball, and spending time with his family.

Glen Cesari is a CFP® with 15 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He previously worked at Northwest Financial Advisors LLC, Northwest Financial Group LLC, and LPL Financial. Cesari served in the U.S. Navy for eight years. He is also the managing partner of Momentum Capitol Wealth Advisors, where he sets strategy and direction for employees and clients. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, utilizing asset-allocation analysis, modeling tools, and firm research to develop tailored financial plans and investment recommendations.

James Palmer Jr. is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following seven years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in general management of a supply business, J Reilly Associates, based in Springfield, VA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary solutions. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, serving plan objectives with a broad range of investment options including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Dan Raube is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been working since 2021 in various consulting roles. He currently holds the position of Financial Consultant since 2024, having progressed through roles including Financial Consultant I, Investment Consultant, and Planning Consultant within the firm. Dan's professional experience spans financial planning and investment consulting, with previous roles in insurance as an Agent, Account Manager, and Agency Field Specialist at State Farm Insurance. His career reflects a focus on providing personalized, goal-based financial planning to clients. Outside of his professional work, Dan has interests in beach activities, football, hiking, parenthood, pets, and running.

Parker Willis is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with clients and their families to develop and implement comprehensive financial plans tailored to their individual needs. He focuses on simplifying investing to ensure clients are comfortable with their financial strategies. Willis has been with Fidelity Investments since 2015, progressing through roles including Financial Services Representative, Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, and Investments Consultant before becoming a Financial Consultant in 2022. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Mortgage Loan Officer at EverBank from 2013 to 2014.