Thomas Valentine is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors in Richmond, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors and its affiliates since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the finance committee of The Valentine Museum. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that offers investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad planning menu supported by Wells Fargo research and tools, with clients able to implement recommendations through various firm programs.

Alexander Dempsey is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with eight years of industry experience. He is currently with Ameriprise, where he has worked since 2022, following prior roles at Janney Montgomery Scott, Wells Fargo Clearing, and First Command Financial Planning. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team.

Robert Hinkel is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 19 years of industry experience. He is currently with Charles Schwab, where he has worked since 2016 in various roles including at Charles Schwab Bank and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Prior to that, he spent one year at The Mather Group, LLC. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of 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 using multi-asset model portfolios supported by research and due diligence on alternative investments.

Michael Kelly is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2021. Prior to this, he was employed at Sawgrass Country Club and DeerCreek Country Club. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

David Saunders is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, Saunders is involved as a committee member with Scouts BSA Troop 521 and serves on the board of the Hanover Education Foundation. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services. The firm provides both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies through independent Financial Professionals, utilizing proprietary and third-party model strategies across multiple custody and platform arrangements.

Donald Kemp is a financial advisor with Merrill in Richmond, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2009 and has been associated with Bank of America N.A. since 2008. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies tailored for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tenley Dixon is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2022, she worked for Truist Investment Services Inc for six years. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the Membership Committee for a Richmond business networking chapter and acts as an ambassador for a women’s golf apparel brand. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, maintaining a large network of advisors and branch offices across the country.

Randolph Tate is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Richmond, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 24 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Cuna Mutual Group and Cuna Brokerage Services, Inc. for 18 years before joining Ameriprise in 2022. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals with substantial investable assets, delivering written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax efficiency analysis to support retirement planning and offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

David Lyness is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2021. Prior to this role, he worked as a Financial Advisor at Acorn Advisory Services from 2019 to 2020. In his current capacity, David focuses on providing a personalized experience by delivering customized education and leveraging Fidelity's resources to develop and implement holistic financial strategies. David's approach centers on working collaboratively with clients to align financial plans with their aspirations. His professional experience spans financial consulting and advisory services, enabling him to support clients in various aspects of financial planning. Outside of his professional responsibilities, David is engaged in family activities, golf, outdoor adventures, and volunteering.

Olivia Mallett is a CFP® with three years of industry experience, currently serving at Charles Schwab in Glen Allen, VA. Her prior experience includes roles at Oppenheimer and positions in education and corporate settings. She is involved with the Virginia Tech Alumni Association as Young Alumni President, where she helps coordinate events and outreach in the Tidewater Area. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed accounts. The firm provides both non-discretionary advisory services and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, combining centralized operations with a multi-asset model portfolio approach.

Melissa Townes is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Chester, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. She has worked at Ameriprise since 2018 and previously held a position at Morgan Stanley from 2016 to 2018. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide non-discretionary, written recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Dale Fickett is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, based in Glen Allen, VA. He has four years of industry experience and has been affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. for one year. His background includes roles with Barrett Capital Management, LLC and ongoing involvement with the University of Richmond and RVA Works. 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, retirement plan advisory, and financial-wellness services through a network of independent Financial Professionals, providing a range of investment solutions tailored to client objectives.

Alexander Maffett is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Richmond, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at City National Bank, Truist Advisory Services, Truist Investment Services, and BB&T Securities. 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 and customizable portfolio management strategies using both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Darren Mazzoni serves as a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Resident Director at Merrill Lynch. In this capacity, he supports clients across all aspects of their financial lives, aligning investment portfolios to their personal goals. He also leads the Richmond office as Senior Resident Director, helping advisors adhere to Merrill Lynch’s client-first principle. Previously, Darren held Resident Director roles in the Newport News and Williamsburg offices. Since beginning his career with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2003, Darren has developed extensive expertise in client financial strategies, including wealth management, retirement income planning, legacy planning, and risk management. He employs a disciplined investment philosophy focused on consistent, long-term performance measured by clients’ progress toward their objectives. He is a qualified Portfolio Manager who constructs and manages personalized strategies using individual securities, Merrill Lynch model portfolios, and third-party investment options. Darren also holds the designations of Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Darren earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from The College of William and Mary and completed the Certified Private Wealth Advisor program at Yale School of Management. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he participates in community volunteer activities. His personal interests include baseball, basketball, football, hiking, reading, table tennis, tennis, traveling, watching movies, and spending time with his family.

Bailee Belanger is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in comprehensive wealth management. She focuses on helping clients grow and preserve their assets through personalized financial strategies and retirement planning. Bailee assists individuals and families in navigating complex financial landscapes to achieve their long-term goals. Her areas of expertise include family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Bailee holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and has completed coursework at the University of Massachusetts System and Nichols College. She earned her High School Diploma from Somerset High School. Outside of her professional work, Bailee enjoys gardening, golfing, running, spending time with her family, and writing. Her approach centers on uncovering what matters most to clients and their families to create tailored strategies that pursue their financial objectives.

David De La Ree Valencia is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Richmond, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2018 and has previous experience outside finance, including roles in the hospitality and construction sectors. Outside of his advisory work, he occasionally performs as a DJ at local venues. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm provides a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions and employs a centralized retirement-income consulting team that delivers tailored, non-discretionary recommendations supported by research and modeling.

Kenneth Kapinskis is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He worked at Signator Investors Inc. from 2004 to 2018 before joining Osaic in 2018. Kapinskis serves as a council member for St. Edwards Catholic Church, advising on the church’s investment performance and distribution strategies. OSAIC Wealth Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable organizations through a broad network of affiliated advisors and platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with a focus on asset allocation, risk tolerance, and a wide range of investment options including managed accounts and third-party solutions.

Robert Glownia is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Richmond, VA, holding the CFP® and CFA® designations and possessing 16 years of industry experience. His prior roles include over a decade at ALPS Distributors, Inc. and multiple positions at RiverFront Investment Group. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and nonprofits through a national network of advisers. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, with access to model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Edrees Sidiqi is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Richmond, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Bank and various technology and delivery companies. Outside of advising, he works as a delivery driver for Uber and Grubhub. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Robert Steele is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Chester, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and possessing 10 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Investment Centers of America, Inc. before joining LPL Financial in 2017. Outside of his advisory role, Steele manages a non-variable insurance branch and sells property and casualty insurance. LPL Financial serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and corporations, 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 with access to model portfolios, third-party research, and various institutional programs.