Traci Foster is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 17 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following seven years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary solutions. The firm’s advisory process 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.

Judah Stephens is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Newport News, VA, with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked at Centient1 and Fidelity Investments. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, including financial planning that leverages structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools to support tailored client plans.

Sandra Hickey is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Merrill, where she has worked since 2020. She has five years of industry experience and previously spent nine years with Waterway Guide. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers.

Edward Spencer is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, as well as Citigroup Global Markets since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Endowment Committee of the Virginia Living Museum. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and estate strategies supported by structured processes and firm-approved tools.

Melissa Murchison is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Williamsburg, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials, and has seven years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 2024 and is also the owner of MDM Consulting Group LLC. Additionally, she teaches at the University of Richmond School of Professional and Continuing Education. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and services, including financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and various investment strategies.

Leo O'Connell is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients through a team based in Newport News, Richmond, and Tulsa. He focuses on helping clients develop comprehensive wealth plans that align with their personal financial goals. His areas of expertise include college education planning, corporate executive services, executive and equity compensation, personal retirement planning, special needs planning strategies, women and wealth, sports and entertainment, individual and corporate investment strategies, and retirement income. With a Bachelor's Degree from the College of William & Mary, Leo holds professional designations as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Throughout his 30-year career at Merrill Lynch, he has valued building long-term relationships with clients and their families, emphasizing collaboration and personalized planning. Leo is also involved in community organizations such as CHKD, Hampton Roads Children's Charities, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and Warwick Little League. Outside of his professional work, Leo enjoys a variety of activities including baseball, fishing, gardening, hiking, reading, scuba diving, skiing, surfing, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Andrew Bliefernich is a financial advisor with Merrill in Williamsburg, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Allstate Insurance, and as an educator at Old Dominion University. 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, offering both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Regina Leigh is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Williamsburg, VA, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and with 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 2016. In addition to her advisory role, Leigh is the owner of Leigh Management Consulting LLC, a non-investment-related business. Primerica Advisors primarily serves individual investors, including non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm offers a wrap-fee asset management program that utilizes model-delivery strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers.

Tamara Pavlov is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Chesapeake, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She has worked at Ameriprise since 2021 and previously held roles at Woolrich Inc., Securities Service Network, Woodbury Financial Services, and Moff and Associates. Outside of her advisory work, Pavlov serves as a part-time assistant cross-country coach at Lycoming College and participates in the Pennsylvania College of Technology Alumni Task Force. Ameriprise offers specialized retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets, combining research and modeling with tax-efficient strategies. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its large institutional platform.

Matthew Martin is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. for ten years. In addition to advising, he serves as chairperson of Two Twelve, a business referral network in Newport News, VA. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services using asset-allocation tools and managed accounts across various investment vehicles.

Carlos Britos is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has served in the United States Navy since 2000. Outside of advising, he assists with Nautiwax LLC, a cosmetology business owned by his wife. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of financial advisors and offers a range of investment strategies and affiliated services under a fiduciary standard.

Matthew Williams is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Gloucester, VA, holding a Series 66 designation with four years at Edward Jones and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he spent 14 years at Underboats INC. Edward Jones is a wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory and investment services, supported by a large network of advisors and branch offices across the country.

Shari Barker is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Williamsburg, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and eight years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at Securities America, Inc. and CKS Financial. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services supported by firm-approved tools and investment modeling techniques.

Michelle Grant is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works with individuals, families, and business owners to provide investment guidance and personalized financial planning. Her approach focuses on simplifying complexity, managing risk, and helping clients make informed decisions aligned with their long-term goals. Michelle specializes in supporting clients through periods of growth, transition, and uncertainty. She addresses competing financial priorities such as buying a home, saving for education, caring for loved ones, planning for retirement, and preparing for future healthcare needs. Her strategy blends disciplined investment management with planning across retirement, taxes, and long-term wealth building. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from ECPI College of Technology and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Michelle is fluent in both Tagalog and English. She is involved in her community through participation with the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce and the York-Seaford Youth Football and Cheerleading League.

Elizabeth Jordan is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In her role, she provides investment advice and strategies tailored to clients' life goals, risk tolerance, time horizon, and liquidity needs. She assists clients in managing their individual wealth to meet their specific objectives, working collaboratively to create personalized financial strategies. Jordan has been in the financial services industry for over 24 years. She began her career after graduating from Sweet Briar College in 1996, gaining experience in various roles including equity syndicate analysis and capital markets. She has worked with firms such as Andrew Lanyi, Credit Suisse, Lehman Brothers, UBS, and Morgan Stanley before joining Merrill Lynch in 2019. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from Sweet Briar College and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of her professional career, Jordan is active in her community as a sustainer with the Junior League of Hampton Roads and enjoys golfing, reading, and spending time with her family.

Amber Marois is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Newport News, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. She previously worked at Cetera and Raymond James and has been employed concurrently by Langley Federal Credit Union. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Membership Chair for the Smithfield High School Athletic Booster Club, supporting local high school sports programs. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services focused on clients approaching or in retirement, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to create tailored recommendation reports. The firm serves individuals with significant investable assets and provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its institutional platform.

Joel Pope is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. His career includes roles at TowneBank, Towne Wealth Management, and Raymond James, as well as prior positions at the City of Suffolk, Tidewater Community College, Old Dominion University, GrubHub, and Portsmouth Christian Schools. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using risk profiling and analytical tools, and supports a broad advisor network with specialized programs including municipal advisory and SIMPLE IRA employer consulting services.

Melvin Mc Fall is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, currently serving as a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Newport News, VA. He has five years of industry experience, including prior roles at Edward Jones and longstanding involvement with The Real Estate Book and M.W. McFall, Inc. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer providing a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes structured financial planning supported by proprietary tools and serves clients both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Sandra Mickelborough is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with three years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at 1st Advantage Federal Credit Union, CUSO Financial Services, LP, and Christopher Newport University. Her career also includes roles outside finance, such as positions at Walgreens, Rappahannock Community College, and Gloucester High School. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, various advisory programs, and retirement plan consulting, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and multiple portfolio strategies.

Julie Lewis is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 20 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 1993. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including portfolio management and financial planning. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment strategies.