Richard Ricci Jr. is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Wells Fargo entities since 2009. 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 investment approach 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 offerings.

Danielle Hassan is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She previously worked at Fidelity Investments and has experience in design and media-related roles. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily 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 multi-asset model portfolios along with alternative investment options.

Robert Arwood is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity, a position he has held since 2024. His career at Fidelity began as a Financial Representative in 2021, where he gained foundational experience in client service. He progressed to the role of Relationship Manager from 2022 to 2024, further developing his expertise in managing client relationships and supporting their financial goals. Throughout his career at Fidelity, Robert has consistently focused on providing a high standard of care to clients and supporting his team. He is committed to helping clients work towards their financial objectives through dedicated service. Outside of his professional role, Robert enjoys fitness, exploring culinary interests as a foodie, attending social events with friends, participating in theater, and volunteering in his community.

Emma Winson is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has worked at UBS since 2017, with prior experience at The Hall CP and academic roles at the University of Maryland and University of South Carolina. 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 financial plans aligned with clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides a broad range of capital markets and advisory solutions.

Daniel Reid is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2003, also serving at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 1999. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Ally Pugh is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2026. In this position, she collaborates with clients to understand their goals and priorities, working together to develop tailored financial plans. Her tenure at Fidelity Investments includes experience as a Relationship Manager from 2025 to 2026 and as a Financial Representative from 2024 to 2025. This progression reflects her ongoing commitment to supporting clients in their financial planning and investment needs.

Franklin Newby is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Newby is also a trustee and co-trustee in a trust based in Bethesda, Maryland. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Desmond Morrison is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2022. He serves as a resource for high net worth households, curating pathways towards their financial goals and providing support during periods of financial turbulence. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, he is committed to putting clients' interests first throughout the planning process. Prior to his current role, Desmond held positions including Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2022, and various roles at Vanguard from 2018 to 2021, such as Sales Consultant, Senior High Net Worth Client Consultant, and High Net Worth Client Solutions Specialist. He holds an Arkansas Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, Desmond's personal interests include board games, cars, concerts, social events with friends, music, and writing.

Sean Manders is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 17 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2020. Outside of his advisory role, Manders operates a commercial timber sales business in Silver Spring, Maryland. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm emphasizes structured planning processes without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Joel Patierno is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Alexandria, VA, with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations, as well as the Series 66 license. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2013 and is also involved with Girasole LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of over 23,700 advisors, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies under a fiduciary standard.

Lauren Holmes is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In her role as a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor, she collaborates with clients to understand their financial priorities and develop strategies to pursue their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. She provides resources and guidance covering a broad range of financial topics including investing, retirement planning, and education planning. She also connects clients to Bank of America specialists for services such as banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Lauren's expertise spans areas such as college education planning, employee benefits planning, family wealth management strategies, philanthropic planning, retirement income, and services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits. She works closely with clients to define goals and create portfolio strategies designed to meet their needs, offering ongoing advice and adjustments as circumstances change. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from James Madison University and has earned professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of her professional work, Lauren enjoys activities such as boating, cooking, dancing, ice hockey, pickleball, skiing, watching movies, writing, and yoga.

Vishal Patel is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He collaborates with professionals, executives, business owners, and families to navigate important financial decisions with clarity and confidence. Vishal works closely with the Evolve Wealth Management Group in Washington, DC, providing personalized wealth management strategies that align with clients' life priorities and goals. His expertise includes divorce transition planning, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, international wealth management, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, individual and corporate investment strategy, and tax minimization. Vishal emphasizes understanding the full financial picture and addressing both obvious and less apparent financial risks through thoughtful questions and strategic planning. Vishal holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Central Florida and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is fluent in English and Gujarati. Outside of his professional role, he participates in community volunteering through Merrill's tradition of service. His personal interests include basketball, cooking, football, golfing, music, photography, reading, spending time with his family, traveling, and watching movies.

Gregory Porter is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and offers proprietary research and capital markets services.

Daniel Kim is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America since 2002 and joined LPL Enterprise in 2024. Kim is also involved in non-variable health insurance and property and casualty insurance activities. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage services. The firm offers financial planning, access to model wealth portfolios, third-party asset management, and a range of brokerage and insurance products, supported by an integrated platform combining advisor programs with active product sales.

Dorina Haias is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2018. Prior to that, she was with Wells Fargo Advisors and also had experience at Takemori Law Firm. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services that utilize firm-approved planning tools and methodologies to model outcomes.

Zachary Garlitos is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Bank of America and Think Food Group. He has also been affiliated with George Washington University. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

William Flanigan III is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked with Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. Flanigan operates under the DBA Flanigan Wealth Management Group within his LPL practice. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by both discretionary and non-discretionary management and access to model portfolios and research.

Kiarra Sandoval is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 17 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2017, following two years at Ameriprise Financial Services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services through Financial Advisors and its Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Amit Shashidharan is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 24 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and Series 66 designations and has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is an owner of a condominium association. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs featuring discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services tailored to clients’ risk profiles.

Greg Wells is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Washington, DC, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at City National Bank, Wells Fargo Clearing, and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with customizable portfolio management services and leverages both in-house and third-party investment managers to tailor strategies to each client’s risk profile.