Samuel Kerr is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. Prior to this role, he worked as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2024 and as a Financial Representative from 2022 to 2023. His professional journey in financial planning is a second career, following his experience as an elementary and special education teacher. Samuel applies lessons learned from teaching—valuing relationships and simplifying complex concepts—to his work in financial planning. He focuses on understanding clients' goals and collaboratively developing plans to protect, manage, and grow their wealth.

Beau Hall is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab, Bank of America, and Merrill. 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management through multi-asset model portfolios and provides integrated brokerage, custody, and advisory services.

Jacquelyn Cortright is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. She has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2014 and was previously with AXA Advisors. 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 managers. The firm uses a hybrid referral and implementation model and offers both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to implement client recommendations.

Ali Mozaffar is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Potomac, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at United Brokerage Services and Capital One Advisors, LLC. He serves as a nonprofit board member. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of advisers, offering a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting.

Brianna Wirfs is a financial advisor at Cetera with seven years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. She has previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors and operates as an operations manager for Bulman Financial. Brianna also serves as an elected board member for the Central Carroll Soccer Club, a nonprofit organization. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm offering financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement services to individuals, employer-sponsored plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm provides a multi-manager platform allowing advisors to utilize affiliated and third-party model portfolios or create custom strategies across various program structures and custodial relationships.

Richard Ricci Jr. is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Wells Fargo entities since 2009. 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.

Danielle Hassan is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She previously worked at Fidelity Investments and has experience in design and media-related roles. 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 discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios along with alternative investment options.

Ronald Seegers is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His career includes roles at Fidelity Investments, Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors, and Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, using a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is notable for its use of systematic methodologies, model portfolio delivery, and its regulatory registrations and advisory roles within the investment company sector.

Robert Arwood is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity, a position he has held since 2024. His career at Fidelity began as a Financial Representative in 2021, where he gained foundational experience in client service. He progressed to the role of Relationship Manager from 2022 to 2024, further developing his expertise in managing client relationships and supporting their financial goals. Throughout his career at Fidelity, Robert has consistently focused on providing a high standard of care to clients and supporting his team. He is committed to helping clients work towards their financial objectives through dedicated service. Outside of his professional role, Robert enjoys fitness, exploring culinary interests as a foodie, attending social events with friends, participating in theater, and volunteering in his community.

Rolf Winch is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and has worked previously at Grove Point Investments, Grove Point Advisors, The Compensation Design Companies, and H. Beck, Inc. Outside of advisory roles, he has been involved with The Compensation Design Companies since 1998. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by LPL Research and various subadvisors.

Emma Winson is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has worked at UBS since 2017, with prior experience at The Hall CP and academic roles at the University of Maryland and University of South Carolina. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans aligned with clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides a broad range of capital markets and advisory solutions.

Franklin Newby is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Newby is also a trustee and co-trustee in a trust based in Bethesda, Maryland. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Sean Manders is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 17 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2020. Outside of his advisory role, Manders operates a commercial timber sales business in Silver Spring, Maryland. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm emphasizes structured planning processes without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Ben Knighton is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2022. In his role, he focuses on understanding clients' individual circumstances and assisting them in creating financial plans aligned with their personal goals. Prior to his current position, Ben served as a Senior Registered Wealth Management Client Associate at Merrill Lynch from 2014 to 2022. Over his career, he has developed experience in wealth management and financial consulting. Ben's approach emphasizes meeting clients with care and thoughtfulness, aiming to support them effectively through their financial planning process.

Lilian Huang is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she currently provides financial guidance and develops personalized plans to help clients pursue their financial goals. She draws on over a decade of industry experience to support her clients' priorities effectively. Her professional background includes roles such as Private Client Advisor at J. P. Morgan, Senior Financial Consultant at T D Ameritrade, Premier Relationship Manager at HSBC Bank, and Premier Banker at Wells Fargo Bank. These positions have contributed to her comprehensive understanding of financial services and client relationships. Outside of her professional work, Lilian has interests in fitness, golf, music, and traveling.

Michael Klitsch is a CFP® professional with 25 years of experience, currently serving at Morgan Stanley in Rockville, MD. He has worked with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is the chairman of the National Capital Optimist Club and serves as a finance committee officer for Fourth Presbyterian Church in Bethesda, Maryland. 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 strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by proprietary tools and market simulations.

Tricia Tripp is a CFP® with 32 years of industry experience, currently serving at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. She has worked with Raymond James since 1994 and previously operated her own firm, Tripp Financial Consultants, Inc. In addition to her advisory work, Ms. Tripp owns and manages Fox Hollow Farm LLC, where she employs staff to care for animals and property. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by analytical tools and offers specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Consulting.

Dorina Haias is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2018. Prior to that, she was with Wells Fargo Advisors and also had experience at Takemori Law Firm. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services that utilize firm-approved planning tools and methodologies to model outcomes.

Seth Meyers is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Rockville, MD, holding a Series 66 credential and 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at firms including Grove Point Advisors, GEM Financial Services, and H. Beck, Inc. Outside of advisory roles, he owns Tower Oaks Testing LLC, a testing center. LPL Financial serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, advisory programs, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides both discretionary and non-discretionary management and access to model portfolios and research from various sources.

M Kennedy Hughes is a financial advisor at Merrill with 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1996 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, using both model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.