Solmaz Azar is a financial advisor at Citigroup Global Markets with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and three years of industry experience. She has worked previously at Wells Fargo Clearing and Chase Bank. Citigroup Global Markets serves individual and institutional clients across various wealth segments, offering multi-asset, multi-manager investment strategies through both discretionary and non-discretionary programs. The firm is notable for its large institutional scale, in-house research capabilities, and roles as a swap dealer and futures commission merchant.

Dexter Walker is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and MORGAN STANLEY SMITH BARNEY llc since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is a 40% owner of Washington DC Inferno, LLC, a professional women's squash franchise. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process includes structured discovery and firm-approved tools but does not provide individual security recommendations as part of standalone planning.

Terry Reinhart is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 29 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Grove Point Investments, H. Beck, Inc., Calhoun & Ward, LLC, and ownership of Reinhart & Associates, PC, a tax preparation and accounting firm he has operated since 1971. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and various technology-driven strategies.

Brian Henry is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with individuals and families to develop financial plans aimed at achieving their financial goals. He joined Fidelity Investments in 2022 and has held several roles within the company, including Financial Representative and Relationship Manager, before assuming his current position in 2024. His experience spans various aspects of financial planning and client relationship management.

Margi Coutinho-Betancourt is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2015. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2012, progressing through roles including Investment Consultant and Financial Consultant. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked at First Command Financial Planning Services from 1991 to 2012, starting as an Administrative Assistant and later becoming a Financial Advisor. Her expertise includes retirement planning, income planning, and wealth planning, working closely with clients to develop customized financial plans that align with their short- and long-term goals. Margi emphasizes building strong relationships with clients based on trust throughout the financial planning process. Outside of her professional work, Margi has interests in cooking and baking, football, golf, theater, traveling, and volunteering.

Carla Gomez is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the board of her local homeowners association in Vienna, Virginia. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a wide range of clients including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with tailored portfolio management strategies utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Annmarie Bilger is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 24 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009, including her current role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2017. She serves as a board member of the Howard County Chamber of Commerce. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm provides advisory programs to individuals and institutions with a financial planning process that utilizes firm-approved tools and modeling techniques to tailor plans for clients.

Matthew Steward is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at UBS Financial, Morgan Stanley, the University of Maryland, and ChristianaCare Union Hospital. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, utilizing a process that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Suzanne Spano is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 24 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a trustee for an investment-related trust in Vienna, Virginia. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a variety of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and modeling techniques to support its services.

Brian Waak is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 19 years of industry experience, including 18 years at Cuso Financial Services and ongoing service at NASA Federal Credit Union. Waak also offers investment products and services through NASA Federal Investment Services, a trade name used in connection with his LPL business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services with access to model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and advanced technologies.

Cristina Gabalda is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 27 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at Morgan Stanley for seven years before joining Ameriprise in 2022. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement-income planning and ongoing advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Gary Carson Jr. is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Chevy Chase, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and having eight years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2017 and previously worked at Capital One. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutional clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs providing portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services, employing tailored strategies via a mix of in-house and third-party investment managers.

Richard Jones II is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2018 and 2019, respectively. His background also includes time with Virginia Commonwealth University and a brief role at Fat Dragon Kitchen and Bar. 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 separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by its Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Joy Stephens is a CFP® with 14 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing. Her prior roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Securities, Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab, and National Philanthropic Trust. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved in e-commerce ventures and co-owns a real estate investment business with her spouse. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Deborah Harris is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding a Series 63 designation and 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. 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. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Jennifer Harmon Von Bredow is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has 12 years of industry experience. Her prior firms include Voya Financial Advisors and American Capital Investments Group, Inc. She is also a licensed notary public. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a multi-manager platform that offers various portfolio management and financial planning services.

Bryan Condra is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Morgan Stanley and E*TRADE, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as an officer for BDC Capital, where he assists with real estate investment research and property operations. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process utilizes structured discovery and firm-approved tools, with an emphasis on advisory services rather than specific security recommendations.

James Johnston is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Washington, DC. He holds a Series 66 designation and has two years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at University at Boulder, Space4Good, and Eldora Ski & Ride School. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Matthew Brudniak is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets in Washington, DC, with 41 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2009 and previously worked at City National Bank from 2019 to 2025. Outside of his advisory role, he was a passive owner of an antiques business that sold to private collectors and museums. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services tailored to clients' risk profiles.

Mark Cunniff is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, and Kenwood Country Club. He has also been involved with Wake Forest University and worked with CaddieMaster. 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 a variety of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.