Kelly Lemasters is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2009. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Susan Scarborough is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Lutherville, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and 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 using firm-approved tools and models without providing individual security recommendations in standalone plans.

Nic Altenburger is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2018. He focuses on understanding clients' priorities and developing tailored investment strategies to support their financial goals. Prior to this role, he worked in Workplace Planning & Advice at Fidelity from 2013 to 2018 and in Brokerage & Trading from 2008 to 2013. Nic holds a California Insurance License, enabling him to provide comprehensive financial services to clients. His experience spans various aspects of investment planning and advice within Fidelity Investments. Outside of his professional work, Nic enjoys spending time at the beach, fishing, participating in social events with friends, hiking, engaging in parenthood activities, and playing soccer.

Joanna Eyere is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In her role, she provides financial planning and investment advisory services to clients. Joanna holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), reflecting her expertise in retirement planning and personal investment strategies. She earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Maryland UC and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Maryland GP.

Stacy Connor is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and over 23 years of industry experience. She previously worked at LPL Financial, Integrated Financial Planning Services, Raymond James Financial Services, and SunTrust Investment Services. Connor is based in Columbia, MD. 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, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Gregory Buchinski is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with 28 years of experience in the field. He joined Merrill Lynch in 1997 after earning a Bachelor's degree in Economics with a concentration in Finance from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Greg employs a disciplined approach to portfolio management, emphasizing wealth preservation as fundamental to successful investing. Greg holds several professional designations, including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Throughout his career, he has been recognized as part of the Liotta Osterman Buchinski team named to the 2023 Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams" list. Beyond his professional pursuits, Greg has served on the Board of the University of Maryland, Baltimore County Alumni Association and as past President of the Towson Toastmasters Club. He and his wife Mirna, an attorney specializing in Estate Planning and Elder Law, raise their children Michael and Ava Marie.

Jason Chamberlain is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Baltimore, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and 28 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, and previously with Citigroup Global Markets. Chamberlain is involved with the Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and a broad suite of retail and institutional investment services.

Brett Baldwin is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on providing comprehensive financial planning services, helping clients develop and pursue their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. Brett emphasizes understanding clients' priorities to create personalized strategies that address a range of needs, including retirement planning, investing, and education funding. Brett holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and International Business from the University of Maryland. He has earned professional designations as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His areas of expertise include college education planning, divorce transition planning, managing new wealth, and retirement income strategies. Outside of his professional role, Brett enjoys activities such as baseball, boating, fishing, golfing, hunting, and skiing. He also values spending time with his family.

Adam Desimone is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2017, including prior experience at Stone Street Capital. He is currently based in Columbia, MD. 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 strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Susan Baroch is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wachovia Bank, N.A. She is based in Millville, Delaware. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a broader set of investment options including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Gerald Marquez is a financial advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co. with 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Robert W. Baird since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He is part of The DDK Group, a team within Robert W. Baird’s Private Wealth Management practice that serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The group provides a range of consulting and portfolio services tailored to client goals and risk tolerances, employing both in-house and third-party managers across traditional and complex investment strategies.

Sean Baker is a CFP® professional with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Baltimore, MD. His work history includes positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and UBS FS. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Dominic Patti is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. He collaborates with clients and families to develop financial plans that aim to grow and protect wealth while simplifying their financial journeys. His approach is built on trust and transparency, allowing for tailored strategies that address both short and long-term financial goals. Dominic's professional experience includes multiple roles at Fidelity Investments, starting as a Financial Representative in 2020, advancing to Relationship Manager in 2022, and Investment Consultant in 2023 before assuming his current position. Prior to Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Services Representative at T Rowe Price from 2019 to 2020.

Renee Russell is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Owings Mills, MD, holding the Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. Prior to Edward Jones, her work history includes roles at Kennedy Personnel Services, IPS Lynx, MGM Resorts International, and Maryland Live! Casino. Outside of her advisory role, she hosts trivia events on a part-time basis for Charm City Trivia. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices. The firm offers a range of investment strategies and advisory services, including affiliated mutual funds and tax-efficient portfolio management, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Anu Disanayaka is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Linthicum, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at SECU, Edward Jones, and SunTrust Bank. She is also involved with SECU Financial Partners, an investment-related business. 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 and access to various portfolio management strategies through its extensive network of investment adviser representatives.

Jasdeep Grewal is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments, a position held since 2021. Prior to this role, Jasdeep served as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2020 to 2021. Jasdeep's professional experience also includes roles at TD Ameritrade, where they worked as a Financial Consultant from 2019 to 2020 and as a Business Development Specialist from 2018 to 2019. Jasdeep collaborates with individuals and families to create financial plans tailored to their unique needs. The approach begins with forming strong relationships and employs strategic investment decision-making. Jasdeep emphasizes maintaining trust, reliability, and competency in client relationships.

Nicholas Williams is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2014, including work at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. He is based in Baltimore, MD. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, delivering tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and modeling techniques as part of its financial planning process.

Michael John Johnson is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has been with Wells Fargo Bank, nA since 2018 and joined Wells Fargo Clearing in 2025. Prior to his financial industry career, he worked at Peak Performance Nutrition Center from 2017 to 2018. 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 provides both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Donte Maith Jr. is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His career background includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and Wells Fargo Bank. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations. The firm offers investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing research from the Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party databases to support its investment approach.

Patric Barnhart is a Series 66-credentialed advisor with eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise Financial Services LLC since 2026 and previously held roles at LPL Financial LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks, and Axa Advisors LLC. Barnhart has also been involved in providing fixed insurance products, including life, health, and disability coverage. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized retirement income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing planning advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.