Stephen Lucas is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 22 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with various Morgan Stanley entities since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he is a sole proprietor involved in rental property management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs. The firm employs structured financial planning tools and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Kyle Marotta is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities in 2025, he worked at CIBC Private Wealth Advisors for 18 years. He is based in Washington, DC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. The firm’s advisory program offers non-discretionary, written asset allocation advice supported by centralized due diligence and employs a manager solutions team that integrates quantitative and qualitative research.

Eric Bailey is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 41 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has previously worked at The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company and Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member of the George B. Thomas Learning Academy, a nonprofit focused on educational programs for underserved youth. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporations. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions through a multi-advisor platform with a model-based investment approach that incorporates asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and access to third-party managers.

Vittorio Altavas is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2009. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with tailored investment strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Hannah Brooks is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise since 2017 and previously worked at East West Partners Club Management from 2014 to 2017. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies through a centralized consulting team. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis in its approach and offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Michael Schwartz is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes ten years at First Republic Bank. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting within a non-discretionary advisory framework.

Olivia Indelicato is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and four years of industry experience. She has been with JPMorgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2021. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process incorporates quantitative and qualitative research supported by a centralized manager solutions team.

Brandin Peters is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at T. Rowe Price and M&T Bank. Outside of finance, Peters is employed by DoorDash in a service role. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and market simulations.

Lawrence Feldmesser is a financial advisor at Stifel with 36 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2008. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional investors, charitable organizations, and municipal entities. The firm offers both brokerage and investment advisory services, employing a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to guide asset allocation and financial planning.

Caroline Dangel is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Her work history includes multiple roles at Ameriprise as well as positions in the food service and academic sectors. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service, which provides written recommendations and ongoing advice focused on income stability and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Matthew Ramsdell is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He worked at Merrill from 2005 to 2019 before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2019. 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.

Eric Dennett is a financial advisor with Stifel in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 credential and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Stifel since 2015. Stifel serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and nonprofit entities, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by proprietary investment analysis and asset allocation methodologies.

James Woodrum is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding Series 66 and Series 65 licenses and totaling 20 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Ameriprise Financial Services and Transamerica, with a brief tenure in events and production. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage various fund structures and model portfolios.

George Adams is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he develops personalized financial strategies tailored to clients' individual goals and current market conditions. He also provides access to investment insights from Merrill and the banking and lending solutions offered by Bank of America. George holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from James Madison University. He is engaged in community activities and spends time volunteering with local organizations, reflecting Merrill’s tradition of community involvement.

Neal Baron is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 53 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and integrates both direct individual plans and corporate financial planning agreements.

Kayvon Sarmadi is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in developing software for state and local contractors and is the founder and CEO of an online high-end men’s clothing business. 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 plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers a broad range of financial products and services.

Gerald Britton is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been advising clients in the financial services industry for over 20 years, focusing on areas such as institutional consulting, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, and services tailored for endowments, foundations, non-profits, and defined benefit plans. Mr. Britton holds a Bachelor's Degree from Long Island University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is a member of the NAACP and maintains active community involvement through this organization. Outside of his professional commitments, Gerald Britton has personal interests in basketball, music, and swimming.

Alexander Eljdid is a CFP® professional with 16 years of experience in financial services. He is currently with Wells Fargo Advisors and has prior experience at Wells Fargo Clearing and Edward Jones. He owns two investment-related firms, Compound Capital Wealth Management LLC and EDJDID GP LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutions, offering a broad range of financial planning services tailored to clients who meet certain net-worth thresholds.

Stefan Maric is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he provides guidance on investment strategies, retirement planning, and wealth planning. He works closely with clients to support them in making informed financial decisions aligned with their unique goals. Stefan has held various roles at Fidelity Investments, progressing from Financial Representative in 2024 to Relationship Manager in 2025, before becoming a Planning Consultant in 2026. This experience has given him insight into different facets of financial advising and client relationship management. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Stefan has interests that include cars, football, social events, golf, movies, and traveling.

Erik Steudle is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Alexandria, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 17 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Ameriprise Financial Services, Merrill, Truist Investment Services, and Wells Fargo Clearing. He is also engaged as an investment adviser representative through Good Life Advisors, LLC, an independent registered investment advisory firm. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.