Andres Trujillo is a financial advisor at Cetera with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Cetera since 2019, previously employed at Bank of America and Merrill from 2017 to 2019. Outside of advising, he is involved in selling supplemental preventative health benefits through LLH Healthcare. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base that includes individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform, supporting various program structures and custodial relationships.

Karl Loehle is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works alongside his team to serve a select group of high net worth individuals and families. Their focus is on planning and managing all aspects of clients’ financial lives, including banking services, credit and mortgage provision through Bank of America, and investment and portfolio management. Karl and his advisory group collaborate with clients to develop and manage personalized strategic wealth management plans aimed at providing financial confidence and helping clients live well within their means. Karl’s areas of expertise include executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds the following professional designations: Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Karl maintains FINRA Series 7 and Series 66 registrations as well as life, accident, sickness, and variable products insurance licenses. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management and Entrepreneurship from The University of Alabama and also attended Drexel University. Originally from Virginia, Karl currently resides in Gainesville. He enjoys Alabama football, traveling, music, and spending time outdoors. His personal interests include adventure sports, billiards, fishing, football, golfing, hunting, reading, and family activities. Karl is open to connecting with individuals and families seeking a family-oriented financial services team, those preparing for retirement or recent business sale, clients navigating market volatility, or individuals looking to incorporate new inheritances into their financial plans.

Thomas Stichter is a Financial Consultant currently employed with Fidelity Investments. He has been serving in this role since 2025, following a position as an Investment Consultant at the same firm from 2024 to 2025. Prior to joining Fidelity, Thomas accumulated experience as an Investment Associate at Halite Partner in 2018 and as an Investment Analyst at Cambridge Associates from 2014 to 2018. In his professional capacity, Thomas focuses on building strong, long-term relationships with clients by understanding their priorities and helping them make confident financial decisions. His background includes various roles concentrating on investment analysis and consulting, contributing to his expertise in the financial services sector. Outside of his professional activities, Thomas enjoys engaging in golf, hiking, reading, skiing, and surfing.

Ryan Shane is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he collaborates closely with clients to develop financial plans that align with their individual priorities, values, and long-term objectives. Ryan employs a team-based approach to provide comprehensive guidance and customized strategies. Prior to his current role, Ryan served as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments in 2024 and worked as a Junior Financial Consultant at Tristate Financial Advisors in 2023. These experiences have contributed to his expertise in financial planning and client advisory services. Outside of his professional work, Ryan has personal interests in cars, golf, outdoor adventures, snowboarding, tennis, and traveling.

Christopher Walmsley Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding a Series 66 credential and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. He also operates Estia Focused Financial, conducting business through LPL as a DBA entity. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and insurance products through affiliated entities.

Donovan Sprouse is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in McLean, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2025. His prior work experience includes roles in education at Patriot High School and Gainesville Middle School, as well as positions at George Mason University and various retail and systems companies. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Scott Mann is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Raymond James & Associates and Wells Fargo Clearing. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management solutions, including model portfolios and third-party asset management, supported by advanced operational and research tools.

John Santmyer III is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Truist Advisory Services, Truist Investment Services, BB&T Securities, and BB&T Investments. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a basketball lead trainer for the Catoctin Basketball Club in Purcellville, VA. 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 approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, incorporating a broad range of investment options including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Daniel Shannon is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in McLean, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and 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 wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and emphasizes a structured planning process using firm‑approved tools and models.

Deborah Okim is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 22 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2023, she spent 19 years at Edward Jones. She serves as a trustee for a 401(k) plan affiliated with her firm and is an officer and vice president of Okim Wealth Management LLC, which provides financial planning and client wealth management services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes non-discretionary planning and analytical tools tailored to client goals and maintains specialized services such as municipal advisory support and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Hyun Woo Hung is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing based in McLean, VA. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Capital One, and Wells Fargo Bank, NA. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

James Mcnamara is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has a strong background in trust, estate, gifting, and charitable planning, providing clients with specialized skills often beyond standard financial advising. His expertise includes working with business owners planning exit strategies, young couples building wealth, and individuals preparing for retirement while focusing on legacy creation. Jim's career includes significant time at Merrill Lynch Trust Company and the Private Bank, where he served as an internal trust specialist assisting clients and their professional advisors with intergenerational wealth planning. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Political Science with an International Affairs concentration and a minor in Economics from Gettysburg College. Jim is a Personal Investment Advisor and holds the Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor designation. Originally from Buffalo and Rochester, New York, Jim has been involved in various community organizations such as the Mercer County American Legion League and youth sports leagues. He has served as a coach and athletic director for baseball teams and remains active in supporting youth baseball, softball, soccer, and basketball leagues. Outside of work, Jim spends time with his wife, two children, and enjoys following baseball and football.

Alexander Hardy is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in McLean, VA, holding the Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes a variety of roles outside finance, including managing a liquor store and employment in retail and food service. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, known for its Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement-income planning advice through a centralized team working alongside advisors. The firm’s approach incorporates proprietary research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools to address income planning strategies, with enrollment criteria focused on clients with substantial investable assets.

Michael Glozer is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Fisher Investments, he worked at Churchill Management Group for 18 years and Focus Partners Wealth, LLC for one year. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, providing discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm employs a centralized investment process utilizing quantitative and qualitative research, and offers tax-aware strategies and risk management techniques.

Pamela Murphy is a CFP® and ChFC® with 35 years of experience in the financial services industry. She has worked at Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2017 and previously held roles at Bank of America and Merrill. She is affiliated with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, a firm that provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Bradford Jeter is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked in various roles at Morgan Stanley entities since 2000. Jeter is also a partner in Blue Chip Associates Investment Club. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and a range of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Joseph Waluk is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing for five years and operated an art studio business, Artworks By Roxan Dba Waluk Studios, for 20 years. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement-income planning with individualized Recommendation Reports and ongoing advice. The firm’s approach integrates proprietary research and third-party data within a defined investment framework and includes client collaboration in implementation.

Mark Lester is a CFP® professional with 25 years of industry experience, currently serving clients at MassMutual Investors Services in McLean, VA. He has been with MML Investors and MassMutual since 2001. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a sales agent in life and health insurance and participates occasionally in paid surveys. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a collaborative planning process supported by technology and specializes in event-driven planning programs such as divorce and estate settlement.

Harris Adams is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 29 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at firms including Royal Alliance Associates, Jhfn Sii, Mass Mutual Investors Services, and Signator Investors. In addition to his advisory role, he is also involved in insurance brokerage, focusing on life, annuities, long-term care, disability, and health insurance. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform, emphasizing model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization supported by various investment tools and strategies.

John Galleher is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Vienna, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 44 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 22 years before joining RBC Capital Markets and City National Bank in 2020. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering a range of advisory programs and customized portfolio management solutions. The firm combines in-house and third-party investment managers and provides integrated services such as financial planning, custody, and brokerage.