Top financial advisors working with consultants in District of Columbia

The right financial advisor for you depends on how you weigh location, expertise, experience, the clients they typically serve, and how they work with you.

You might seek a consultant advisor when you're navigating complex financial decisions that require tailored analysis and strategic planning beyond standard advice. Without a consultant's focused approach, you risk missing nuanced insights that could impact your financial outcomes.

  • Problem-solving approach. Look for advisors who emphasize diagnosing your unique challenges before proposing solutions, rather than offering generic advice.
  • Cross-disciplinary insight. Confirm they integrate knowledge from various financial areas to address your situation comprehensively.
  • Communication clarity. Ensure they explain complex concepts in plain language, helping you understand the rationale behind recommendations.
  • Experience with similar clients. Ask about their track record working with clients whose financial situations resemble yours, especially in the District of Columbia context.

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Dexter W

Series 63, Series 66

Washington, DC

Morgan Stanley

Dexter Walker is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and MORGAN STANLEY SMITH BARNEY llc since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is a 40% owner of Washington DC Inferno, LLC, a professional women's squash franchise. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process includes structured discovery and firm-approved tools but does not provide individual security recommendations as part of standalone planning.

General estate planning guidance

Brian H

Series 63, Series 66

Washington, DC

Fidelity

Brian Henry is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with individuals and families to develop financial plans aimed at achieving their financial goals. He joined Fidelity Investments in 2022 and has held several roles within the company, including Financial Representative and Relationship Manager, before assuming his current position in 2024. His experience spans various aspects of financial planning and client relationship management.

General retirement planning Income planning Cash flow / budgeting
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Ani I

Series 66

Washington, DC

TIAA-CREF

Ani Inyang is a financial advisor at TIAA-CREF with 20 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with TIAA-CREF since 2007. Ani is based in Washington, DC. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC provides financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, partnerships, corporate entities, and small retirement plans, often serving clients connected through TIAA-administered employer retirement plans. The firm’s advisory model distinguishes between one-time planning services and ongoing discretionary management, offering customized and model portfolio options under a fiduciary standard.

General estate planning guidance Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Educators, Teachers, and Academics Founder/Business Owner Approaching retirement Mid-Career Professionals
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Matthew S

Series 66

Washington, DC

J.P. Morgan Securities

Matthew Steward is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at UBS Financial, Morgan Stanley, the University of Maryland, and ChristianaCare Union Hospital. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, utilizing a process that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Wealth management Executive Founder/Business Owner
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Allison D

Series 65

Washington, DC

Farther

Allison Dunlap is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at Farther with nine years of industry experience. She previously worked at Harbour Capital Advisors, Pennington Partners & Co., Wealthcare Advisory Partners, and Family Office Research. Farther provides discretionary investment management and advisory services mainly to individual investors, trusts, and estates through a digital platform and in-person meetings. The firm employs Modern Portfolio Theory with algorithmic rebalancing and uses a mix of ETFs, mutual funds, equities, and fixed income in its portfolios.

Passive / index investing Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies
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Wanqiu W

Series 66

Los Angeles, CA

Citigroup Global Markets

Wanqiu Wu is a financial advisor at Citigroup Global Markets with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Wu has worked at Citigroup since 2017, including roles at Citibank N.A. prior to joining the current firm, and has prior experience in retail at Bloomingdales. Citigroup Global Markets serves individual and institutional clients across various wealth segments, offering multi-asset investment advisory programs and execution services. The firm combines large institutional scale with specialized market roles, including in-house research and operations as a swap dealer and futures commission merchant.

Tax-loss harvesting ESG / Sustainable investing Executive Founder/Business Owner Attorney Consultant Technology Professional

Kenneth M

Series 63, Series 66

Cincinnati, OH

Empower Advisory Group

Ken Mason is an Executive Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. In this capacity, he works closely with clients to develop wealth strategies that incorporate their workplace benefits, aiming to support them in pursuing their financial goals. Ken emphasizes building trust through a consultative approach, ensuring clients receive personalized and understandable financial plans. He is committed to helping clients achieve peace of mind by focusing on what matters most to them. Specific details about his education, credentials, or personal interests were not provided.

Wealth management Equity Recipients (RS/RSU, SOP, ESPP) Exec comp design Retirement income strategy Income planning Executive Consultant
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Margaret H

Series 65

Cleveland, OH

Carnegie Investment Counsel

Margaret Halloran is a financial advisor at Carnegie Investment Counsel with 11 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and has worked with Carnegie Investment Counsel since 2017, previously spending 17 years at Midwest Investment Management LLC. Carnegie Investment Counsel provides investment supervisory services, financial and retirement plan advice, and financial planning to a diverse clientele, including individuals, high net worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, corporations, trust companies, government entities, and other investment advisers. The firm employs a variety of analytical approaches and portfolio management strategies to align investments with client goals.

ESG / Sustainable investing Annuities Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies Private / alternative investments Founder/Business Owner Retired Consultant Values-based investing
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Zack G

CFP®

Denver, CO

True Riches Financial Planning

Zack Gutches is a CFP® professional with five years of industry experience. He is the principal at True Riches Financial Planning, an independent firm based in Denver, CO. His career includes roles at Brighton Jones, Deloitte & Touche LLP, and LearnLux, where he currently provides financial well-being consulting to workplace participants. He also offers tax preparation services to clients of his firm. True Riches Financial Planning serves individuals and high-net-worth clients with comprehensive financial planning and discretionary investment management, functioning as a “Personal CFO.” The firm implements tailored financial plans and portfolios using a mix of passive and active strategies, including socially responsible options and direct-indexing, and provides tax preparation services as an affiliated business.

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Executive Mid-Career Professionals Established Professionals

Osbaldo M

Series 63, Series 65

Beaverton, OR

Fidelity

Ozzy Martinez is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position held since 2026. Previously, he worked as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2024 to 2026. His professional background also includes experience as an Investor Relations Analyst at CrowdStreet, Inc. from 2020 to 2023, and as a Financial Representative Intern at Northwestern Mutual in 2019. Martinez holds a California Insurance License. He is dedicated to financial education, access, and transparency, working closely with clients to develop comprehensive financial plans and support their goals through ongoing collaboration. Outside of his professional work, Martinez has personal interests that include movies, music, scuba diving, snowboarding, table tennis, and traveling.

Wealth management Financial Professional

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