John Limroth is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and Wilbanks Smith and Thomas Asset Management. Outside of advisory roles, he is the captain and owner of King Tide Charters, LLC, a fishing charter and aquatic services business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning and advisory programs supported by structured planning tools and a variety of investment solutions.

Patrick Adams is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Washington, DC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2004. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, leveraging proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client strategies.

Theodora Gotard is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 28 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors from 2013 to 2022 before joining Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the hospitality committee for The Rotonda Condominiums in McLean, VA, where she helps plan community events. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable investment menu that includes insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Jeremy Kim is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Vienna, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2025. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he worked for the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Federal Student Aid for five years. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients, with a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Daniel Lash is a CFP® professional with 28 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera since 2023. He has held roles at VLP Financial Advisors and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC, where he has been engaged since 2013. Lash is involved in several community and educational activities, including serving as chairman of the financial planning and wealth management advisory board at George Mason University and acting as a basketball referee and mentor for youth leagues in Northern Virginia. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates a multi-manager platform serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors with assets exceeding $256 billion.

Christopher Mellone is a CFP® and CFA® with 14 years of industry experience. He is currently with Cetera and has prior experience at VLP Financial Advisors, where he is also an owner and works as an associate para planner. Mellone serves as Director of PR for the Financial Planning Association, National Capital Area chapter, and is a board member of the Virginia Tech Financial Planning Advisory Board. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that supports a nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individual clients, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through multiple program structures and a multi-manager platform.

Lindsay Owens is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 18 years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Chase Bank NA and JPMorgan Securities LLC for 15 years. Owens holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and is based in Washington, DC. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Soo Jeong Heo is a Series 66–licensed financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Barings and Stride Inc, as well as entrepreneurial experience running Doma Korean Kitchen. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Alvaro Suarez Oviedo is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has held roles at Banco Popular Dominicano, AMSO Corporate Events, and Bank of America. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Greg Roemer is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Washington, DC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent and its affiliated entities since 2002. Outside of his advisory work, Roemer serves on the Advancement Advisory Committee for Rockbridge Academy, a private K-12 religious school. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits, delivering holistic, goal-based financial analyses and planning without discretionary trading authority. The firm’s approach separates planning from managed-account services and does not include institutional portfolio management.

Jonathan Thomas is a CFP® certified financial advisor with 13 years of industry experience. He currently works at RBC Capital Markets and has prior experience with Truist Advisory Services and BB&T in various advisory and investment roles. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutional clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services through diverse wrap fee advisory programs tailored to clients’ risk profiles.

Hanane Lemlih is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following seven years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. 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 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 menu.

Mark Vago is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 27 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2009. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a power of attorney for his mother. 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 IPS-driven investment approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader range of financial products than typical institutional advisers.

Jack Fechter is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Morgan Stanley since 2022 and prior positions at Hampden-Sydney College, Durham University, Trustar Bank, and Bullis School. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory and financial planning programs supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services ranging from tailored financial plans to broader investment and trading activities.

Richard Harrison is a Financial Consultant currently working with Fidelity Investments. In his role, he collaborates with clients to develop personalized financial strategies that align with their individual goals and priorities. He emphasizes building relationships based on trust and transparency to support clients in making informed financial decisions. Prior to his current position, Richard served as a Regional Director at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2023, and before that, he worked as a Regional Investment Consultant at the same firm from 2009 to 2021. His experience spans over a decade in various capacities within Fidelity Investments, focusing on investment consultation and regional leadership.

Nan Juan is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Falls Church, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. She has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, AXA Advisors, since 1999. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients by providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a broad network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm emphasizes matching clients to advisory program models and third-party managers, offering access to mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.

David Litman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 27 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc for 13 years before joining Wells Fargo in 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he is a recipient of a bequest unrelated to investments. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary solutions. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a wide range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Tiffany Snyder is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Fairfax, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Atlantic Union Bank, Middleburg Financial, and Old Dominion Capital Management. She also serves as a Wealth Relationship Manager at Atlantic Union Bank Wealth Management. 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, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports municipal and public finance work through its affiliated municipal advisor.

Richard Hogan is a CFP® and PFS™ credentialed financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. He is currently with Cetera Wealth Services, LLC and Cetera, having previously worked at Avantax Investment Services and 1st Global Advisors. Hogan has maintained a long-standing role as a shareholder at Hogan & Reed P.C. CPA's since 1992. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a range of clients including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutions. The firm offers diverse portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with options spanning discretionary and non-discretionary authorities and various program structures.

Matthew Slook is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he helps clients plan for their financial goals and ensures their investment strategies align with their objectives and risk preferences. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2020, progressing through roles including Customer Relationship Advocate, High Net Worth Associate, Managed Account Support Specialist, and Investment Consultant before becoming a Financial Consultant in 2023. Throughout his tenure at Fidelity Investments, Matthew has gained experience working with a variety of client needs and investment strategies, focusing on providing dedicated advisory support. His career path reflects a commitment to understanding client relationships and investment management within the firm.