Bethesda, MD Office

Abbie Frishman is a CFP® professional with two years of industry experience, currently advising at Councilor Wealth LLC. Her prior work includes roles at May Barnhard Investments LLC and Councilor, Buchanan & Mitchell, P.C. She also engages in divorce financial planning as an additional business activity. Councilor Wealth provides portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, retirement plans, and not-for-profit organizations. The firm employs a combination of fundamental analysis, technical analysis, and modern portfolio theory to implement long-term investment strategies, serving clients through both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Charles Kimmel III is a financial advisor with Councilor Wealth LLC in Bethesda, MD, holding a Series 63 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He previously worked at SPC Financial Inc. and Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. from 2009 to 2023, and has been with MBI LLC since 2025. Councilor Wealth provides portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, retirement plans, and not-for-profit organizations, employing a combination of fundamental analysis, technical analysis, and modern portfolio theory to implement long-term investment strategies. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary account management and integrates financial planning with tax and accounting services through its ownership by Councilor, Buchanan & Mitchell, P.C.

Debora May is a CFP® with 29 years of industry experience and is affiliated with Councilor Wealth LLC, a team-based advisory firm. She has worked at May Barnhard Investments, LLC since 2013 and previously at May & Barnhard, PC from 1989 to 2018. In addition to her financial advising role, she is a full-time CPA providing both financial planning and accounting services. Councilor Wealth provides portfolio management and financial planning to individuals, retirement plans, and not-for-profit organizations, using a mix of fundamental and technical analysis along with modern portfolio theory. The firm manages client assets directly and integrates investment advice with tax and accounting services through its parent company structure.

Steven Schleupner is a financial advisor with Councilor Wealth LLC in Bethesda, MD, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license. He has 21 years of industry experience, including roles at Merrill, Guardian Life, and TIAA-CREF. Schleupner also works as a Divorce Financial Planning professional for the accounting firm Councilor Buchanan & Mitchell. Councilor Wealth provides portfolio management and financial planning to individuals, retirement plans, and not-for-profit organizations, utilizing a combination of fundamental and technical analysis along with modern portfolio theory. The firm emphasizes documented investment policies and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Stephanie Anderson is a CFP®, CFA®, and Series 65 licensed financial advisor with seven years of industry experience. She currently works at Councilor Wealth LLC and has previous experience at Mariner Wealth Advisors, Mercer Global Advisors Inc., and Anderson Hamlin Consulting. Anderson holds active real estate salesperson licenses in Washington, DC, and Maryland, and may receive commissions or referral fees from real estate transactions or referrals. Councilor Wealth LLC provides portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, retirement plans, and not-for-profit organizations. The firm uses a documented Investment Policy Statement and employs fundamental and technical analysis along with modern portfolio theory to manage client accounts, offering discretionary trading authority and a range of financial planning options.

Jane Rowny is a CFP® with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving at Councilor Wealth LLC. She has worked at May Barnhard Investments, LLC since 2013 and May and Barnhard PC since 2008. Councilor Wealth provides portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, retirement plans, and not-for-profit organizations. The firm employs a long-term investment approach based on fundamental and technical analysis combined with modern portfolio theory, serving clients with a range of asset types and offering both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Judith Barnhard is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience, currently serving at Councilor Wealth LLC, a team-based firm. She has managed May Barnhard Investments, LLC since 2013 and previously worked at May & Barnhard, PC, a full-service accounting firm providing accounting, tax, and financial planning services, from 1991 to 2018. Councilor Wealth provides portfolio management and financial planning to individuals, retirement plans, and not-for-profit organizations, employing long-term strategies based on fundamental and technical analysis and modern portfolio theory. The firm typically seeks discretionary trading authority and integrates financial planning with investment advisory services.

Gregory Estes is a CFA® charterholder with eight years of industry experience. He currently works at Councilor Wealth LLC and has held previous roles at May Barnhard Investments, Augustine Asset Management, and Intrepid Capital Management. Councilor Wealth provides portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, retirement plans, and not-for-profit organizations. The firm employs a long-term investment approach combining fundamental analysis, technical analysis, and modern portfolio theory, and integrates financial planning with its advisory services.