Ronnie Franks is a financial advisor at OSAIC with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at firms including Bailey Wealth Advisors and UpSlope Advisors, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an advisory board member for the Greater Washington Community Foundation in Montgomery County. OSAIC serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisors, offering brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers and wrap programs. The firm utilizes asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance questionnaires, and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios across various asset classes.

Corinne Dorey is a financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with 20 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked with Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC and Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory services primarily focused on workplace retirement accounts, IRAs, taxable accounts, and institutional clients. The firm manages both model-based and customized portfolios and offers a mix of discretionary and non-discretionary programs supported by a firm Investment Committee.

Carter Rolfe is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he works directly with clients to design and execute personalized financial plans tailored to their unique family needs. Carter emphasizes advocacy and communication to build trust and reliability with his clients. Carter has been with Fidelity Investments since 2015, progressing through several roles including Financial Representative, College Planning Specialist, Relationship Manager, Investment Consultant, and Financial Consultant. This range of experience across various facets of financial services has provided him with a broad understanding of investment management and client relationship development.

Gilma Hernandez is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with three years of industry experience. She previously worked at Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. Hernandez holds a Series 66 credential. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing model portfolios and research from both internal and third-party sources.

Julianna Lopes is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Crofton, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. She has been with Primerica Advisors since 2003 and has prior experience at Arbonne from 2016 to 2019. In addition to her advisory role, she is a self-employed instructor for pre-licensing classes for PFS agents and an author. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and a limited number of separately managed account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and utilizes a tiered wrap fee structure, focusing on personalized portfolio management rather than institutional pension or profit-sharing plans.

Mark Murphy is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Janney Montgomery Scott from 2015 to 2021 before joining Raymond James in 2021. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, institutions, pension plans, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional advisory services with a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Terrell Matthews is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Calverton, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 2012 and has been associated with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Matt-Hew Consulting LLC, where he serves as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed accounts. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure rather than fixed fees.

Glen Bennett is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Arlington, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 31 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Linsco Private Ledger Corp since 2002. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Jerome Liebstein is a CFP® and ChFC® with 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Edelman Financial Engines since 2006, including prior roles at Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. and EF Legacy Securities, LLC. Liebstein is based in Bethesda, MD. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm uses a committee-driven, proprietary modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management with a focus on diversified portfolios and long-term strategies.

Colleen Shepard is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, as well as a founding partner of The Shepard Ellison Group. Since joining Merrill in 1990, she has focused her practice on providing a holistic and personalized approach to wealth management for entrepreneurs, business owners, women in leadership, senior executives, and multigenerational families. Colleen emphasizes client relationship excellence and is actively involved in strategy and portfolio assessments, integrating broad financial expertise with a high-touch service model. Colleen holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) certification and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. She earned a Master's Degree from American University and a Bachelor's Degree from the State University of New York. Her areas of expertise include college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, philanthropic planning, and small business strategies. Colleen and her team have been recognized on the Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams" list and she has been named to Forbes' "America's Top Women Wealth Advisors" list multiple times. In addition to her professional work, Colleen is involved in her community through volunteer service at All Saints Episcopal Church, where she previously served on the Vestry. She has also served on the Investment and Finance Committees at St. Andrews Episcopal School and Grace Episcopal Day School. Colleen is a member of the Women's Golf Association at Bethesda Country Club and enjoys biking, cooking, golfing, traveling, practicing yoga, and spending time with her family.

Pablo Molina is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Securities America Advisors, Centaurus Financial, and Reese Yeatman. Molina is also a partner at Reese Yeatman Financial, LLC. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, and corporations through a large network of affiliated advisors. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools and managed portfolios that include a range of investment types and provide clients with flexible account management options.

Brian Sharp is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been building his career since 2008. He and his team provide wealth management services that integrate various aspects of clients' finances, including retirement, education, travel funding, gifting, and legacy planning, to help clients focus on their priorities. He has expertise in investment management, including alternative investments such as private equity and private credit, which have been employed to assist clients in navigating different market conditions. Brian earned a bachelor's degree in finance and marketing from Villanova University and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He has been recognized multiple times by Forbes, including listings on the "America's Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors" and "Best-In-State Wealth Advisors" lists. Brian has advanced through several roles at Merrill Lynch, attaining titles including Managing Director and Senior Vice President. He lives in Potomac, Maryland, with his wife and three children. Brian is active in his community, involved with Catholic Charities and Our Lady of Mercy, and participates in youth sports, coaching his children's teams. Outside of his professional and community commitments, he enjoys playing golf.

Jon Lindenberg is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Bethesda, MD, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo in various capacities since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in investment-related activities, including ownership of LLCs and rental properties. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services and investment recommendations supported by Wells Fargo research and planning tools.

John Snyder is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Brown Advisory and SVB Wealth LLC before joining J.P. Morgan Securities and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision authority.

Eli Pridonoff is a Financial Advisor and Senior Portfolio Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with families, executives, and professionals to help them navigate financial complexity and make decisions grounded in clarity, discipline, and personal values. His practice focuses on wealth management strategies such as education planning, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, and tax minimization. Eli collaborates closely with clients’ CPAs and estate attorneys to ensure a cohesive approach to managing their financial lives. Eli holds a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from Miami University and an MBA from The George Washington University School of Business. He has pursued additional studies at Harvard University, Georgetown University, and the University of Cincinnati. His professional credentials include the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Originally from Cincinnati, Eli now lives in Silver Spring, Maryland, with his wife and three children. Outside of his professional role, he enjoys staying active through swimming and biking, having completed a half-Ironman triathlon. He also has an interest in baseball, music, reading, traveling, and is involved with Little League International.

Alexander Simet is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2023, he worked at the University of Maryland from 2019 to 2023. In addition to his financial advisory role, he manages a family-owned restaurant, Il Basilico Trattoria, where he oversees kitchen and serving staff operations. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, covering areas such as retirement, education, and wealth-transfer planning, supported by proprietary research and planning tools.

David Kuzma is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2016 and Cambridge Investment Research Inc. since 2015. Kuzma serves on the board of the Catholic Business Network of Montgomery County and the Maryland chapter of the Exit Planning Exchange. He is also an author, educator, and owner of Blue Chair Publishers, LLC, as well as Aquilo Private Wealth Advisor, LLC and Aquilo Accounting & Tax, LLC. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered adviser serving a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through independent Financial Professionals, utilizing a variety of portfolio management strategies and custody arrangements tailored to client objectives.

Katharine Leithead is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Merrill since 2009. She also has a long tenure with Bank of America, N.A. beginning in 2002. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Traci Richmond is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and with 20 years of industry experience. She is also the owner of Women Who Rock LLC, a business she has operated since 2016. Richmond has held various roles within Raymond James and The Meakem Group, LLC since 2012. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting, incorporating risk profiling and modeling tools, and supports specialized municipal and public finance advisory services.

Lauren Finikiotis is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2021. Prior to her current roles, her background includes various positions connected to the College of William & Mary and University of Pittsburgh. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm’s approach combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.