Seasoned financial advisors working with founders and business owners 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.
If you run a business or founded a company, you likely face complex decisions about managing your personal and business finances together. A common mistake is treating your business and personal wealth as separate, missing opportunities to optimize taxes and benefits.
- FERS and TSP expertise. Many founders in D.C. have federal pensions and Thrift Savings Plans; ask how advisors coordinate these with your business finances.
- Estate tax navigation. D.C. has its own estate tax with a lower exemption than federal rules; confirm how advisors plan for this.
- Business and personal integration. Look for advisors who consider your business cash flow and personal goals as one financial picture.
- Experience matters. Seasoned advisors here bring decades of insight into the unique challenges founders face in the District.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Matthew B
Series 63, Series 65
Washington, DC
RBC Capital Markets
Matthew Brudniak's 41 years of experience and focus on founder/business owner clients in Washington, DC, equip him to address the complex integration of personal and business finances typical for founders. His affiliation with RBC Capital Markets, a large firm offering discretionary portfolio management and financial planning, along with flat-fee options and expertise in tax-loss harvesting and concentrated stock management, distinguishes him from other seasoned advisors in the area.
Experience: 41 years
Avg account: $1,017,425
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Laila M
Series 66
Washington, DC
Citigroup Global Markets
Laila Moumou's 26 years of experience and focus on founders and business owners in Washington DC equip her to address the complex integration of personal and business finances, including tax-loss harvesting and sustainable investing strategies. Affiliated with Citigroup Global Markets, she offers access to large-firm resources and multi-asset investment programs, serving high-net-worth clients with negotiable fees up to 2% AUM, distinguishing her from advisors with smaller firm affiliations or narrower service scopes.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $714,318
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Richard H
Series 63, Series 65
Washington, DC
Merrill
Richard Haskin is well-equipped to assist founders and business owners in the District of Columbia with over 31 years of industry experience and expertise in business exit strategies and succession planning. As a seasoned advisor at Merrill Lynch, he offers a comprehensive wealth management approach with a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million, distinguishing him through his Certified Exit Planning Advisor designation and deep local ties.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Kennan L
Series 63, Series 65
Washington, DC
J.P. Morgan Securities
Kennan Low's 27 years of experience and focus on wealth management for executives and founders in Washington, DC, equip him to address the complex financial needs of business owners in the area. Affiliated with J.P. Morgan Securities, a large firm offering institutional consulting and customized investment services, he provides a comprehensive approach with a 0.30% annual AUM fee, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms or with less extensive institutional resources.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $318,381
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Peter S
Series 66
Washington, DC
Wells Fargo Clearing
Peter Snyder's 24 years of experience and focus on founder/business owner clients in Washington, DC, equip him to address the complex integration of personal and business finances common to this group. Affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing, a large firm offering IPS-driven, modern portfolio theory-based advisory services, he provides flat-fee and AUM-based fee structures, serving high-net-worth clients with access to retirement plan consulting and diverse investment options.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $475,575
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