Jeff Lin is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 38 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Grove Point Advisors, JBL Technology Solutions, and leadership of his own CPA firm, Jeff Lin CPA, LLC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and proprietary research.

Wojtek Wilczynski is a CFP® credentialed financial advisor at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2018 and previously practiced law at The WPW Law Firm, PLC from 2015 to 2018. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors. The firm provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions under a fiduciary standard and maintains affiliated capabilities including a trust company and proprietary mutual funds.

Alex Andrade is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Bethesda, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Prior to his current role at Edward Jones, he worked at VisionWorks and Mens Warehouse. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management.

Patrick Huge is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2020. Prior to that, he was employed at Bank of America, N.A. from 2010 to 2020 and Merrill from 1997 to 2020. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large 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 utilizes structured planning processes supported by firm-approved tools and models.

Victoria Fredericks is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and holds a Series 66 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Darwin Alfaro is a financial advisor with Merrill in Silver Spring, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has been associated with both Merrill and Bank of America N.A. since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Frenchman Creeks Condo, an outside business based in New Carrollton, Maryland. 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.

Wade Friedel is a financial advisor at Cetera with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Cetera and its affiliates since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Friedel is a partner in Gridiron Sports, a business involved in acquiring and selling collectibles such as sports cards and comics. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC provides services through a large nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with diverse portfolio management options ranging from model portfolios to bespoke strategies.

Michael Kirvan is a Managing Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 35 years of experience in the financial service industry. He leads the Kirvan Pierce Sweeney Group, a ten-member team focused on holistic wealth management centered around comprehensive planning. Michael specializes in working with multi-generational families, business owners, and retirees to preserve and grow wealth across generations. He provides tailored strategies that align with long-term financial goals, assisting clients in managing liquidity events, planning for retirement, and creating lasting legacies. Michael works closely with a team of specialists to offer customized financial planning, investment management, tax-efficient strategies, and estate planning services. Utilizing the extensive resources of Merrill and Bank of America, he delivers a holistic approach designed to address clients' immediate needs and long-term objectives. Michael holds several professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) and Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA). He earned a bachelor's degree from Loyola University Maryland. In addition to his professional commitments, Michael is involved in community activities such as serving as Chair of the National Day of Service at Gonzaga College High School. His affiliations include Gonzaga College High School, Loyola University Maryland, and the Boy Scouts of America/Scouts BSA. He resides in Kensington, Maryland with his wife Kathy, who works with the team three days a week.

Richard Didden Jr. is a financial advisor at Cetera with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Cetera and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC since 2013. He also serves as Executive Vice President at National Capital Bank, where he oversees retail non-deposit investment products, and is a board member of the bank. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various program options, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Catherine Slocum is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at JP Morgan Chase Bank N.A. Prior to her financial services career, she was employed at Gails Seafood and Westwood Pharmacy. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through a program that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework. The firm offers customized investment solutions delivered on a non-discretionary basis by a specialized group of Wealth Advisors.

George Seals Jr. is a Senior Vice President and Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Washington, DC. Since 2000, he has provided financial advice to individuals, families, business owners, and corporate executives. He specializes in guiding clients through liquidity events, executive compensation, retirement planning, charitable giving, and multigenerational wealth transfer. Additionally, as a designated Merrill Sports & Entertainment Advisor, George works with athletes, entertainers, coaches, agents, and industry executives to address the unique financial considerations in their careers. George earned both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from the University of Virginia and completed advanced financial coursework at Georgetown University. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC™), and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA®) designations. He is also affiliated with the Virginia Athletic Foundation. Residing in Arlington, Virginia, George is involved in his community through coaching youth sports and volunteering with scouting programs. He and his wife, Laura, have four children.

Justin Wasfy is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill full-time in 2006 after interning there during college. Justin offers financial strategies for high net-worth individuals and business owners, focusing on understanding clients' financial priorities through active listening and tailoring customized strategies to pursue their financial and life goals. He employs a goals-based wealth management process grounded in time-tested investment principles and adapts to changing economic conditions with flexibility. Justin earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Trinity College in Connecticut, where he was a three-year member of the wrestling team. He holds the professional designations of CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Beyond his professional work, Justin volunteers as an alumni board member of his high school and coaches youth lacrosse teams. He also conducts an annual financial literacy seminar at a local high school. Justin lives in Great Falls, Virginia, with his wife, Monica, their two children, and their dog. His personal interests include supporting The Washington Commanders, cooking, and traveling with his family.

Drew Woolery is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Bethesda, MD, holding the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and having 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab and its related entities since 1999. 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-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a multi-asset model portfolio approach supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Nicholas Carter is a financial advisor at Cetera with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC for nine years. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in officiating amateur and adult hockey through the Southeastern Hockey Officials Association and Hockey North America. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services and operates a multi-manager platform that supports a range of investment strategies and program structures.

Melanie Simons is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Bethesda, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Chevy Chase Trust Company, Reframe Wealth, LLC, Extended Travel, and TIAA-CREF. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment services supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational infrastructure.

Sheldon Ray Jr. is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Washington, DC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS in 2026, he spent 11 years at Raymond James & Associates. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by offering brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management through a broad platform that includes proprietary research, capital markets services, and affiliated banking programs.

Denny Goforth Jr. is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2002. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the board of directors for Our Lady of Good Counsel High School and the Olney Community Baseball Team, where he is involved in governance, strategic planning, and community engagement. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, employing model-based asset allocations and proprietary research to tailor plans to client goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, offering a broad range of financial products and services through its extensive network of advisors.

Michael Lyubinsky is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 15 years of industry experience. He is currently with Mass Mutual Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Company, having previously worked for Northwestern Mutual in various roles from 2010 to 2024. In addition to his advisory work, he is licensed as an insurance broker, focusing on life, disability, and long-term care insurance. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes collaborative, annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved analytical tools and offers a range of planning programs, including recent additions in divorce and estate-settlement planning.

Alisa Loutsik is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Washington, DC. She works with high net worth families to help preserve, grow, and transfer wealth through a holistic approach to financial life management. Her client focus areas include executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, retirement income, and serving women and wealth. Before joining Merrill, Alisa was a Senior Vice President and Private Banker with Citi Law Firm Group in Washington, DC, where she supported law firms and senior partners in financial and retirement planning, financing, and cash flow management. She holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and earned a bachelor's degree from James Madison University. Residing in Vienna, VA with her husband and two children, Alisa speaks three languages. Outside of work, she enjoys biking, hiking, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Adam Band is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been in the financial services industry since 2008 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2010. Adam works with affluent families, accomplished professionals, and business owners to provide goals-based wealth management. He focuses on simplifying clients' financial lives by acting as a central point of contact and integrating various elements of their wealth management needs. Adam holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. He earned a bachelor's degree in communication from the University of Arizona, where he is part of the alumni organization Capitol Cats. He is fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, and English. Outside of work, Adam enjoys coaching his two sons' sports teams, including baseball and swimming. He also volunteers locally at Children's National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. Adam and his wife Joanna live in Potomac, Maryland with their two sons.