Reston, VA Office

Kenneth Shall Jr. is a CFP® with 25 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities. His professional background includes longstanding roles at both firms since 2016, as well as operating an independent insurance agency since 2001. He is also commissioned as a notary and engages in outside sales for other life and health insurance companies. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporations, retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers tailored financial planning and advisory solutions, combining advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and access to proprietary and third-party investment platforms.

Jack Island is a financial advisor at Guardian Life with a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Park Avenue Securities and Guardian Life Insurance. Outside the financial sector, he has worked in hospitality and service roles at Bushel and a Peck Kitchen and Bar, Konstantine's Greek Taverna, and the Virginia Tech Golf Course. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, offers brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporations, retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm uses a combination of advisor-led discretionary management and model-based strategies, supported by proprietary programs and third-party platforms, to tailor client relationships across various mandates and consulting services.

Mary Reilly Will is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities, holding the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has 38 years of industry experience, including over three decades with Guardian Life. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a trustee and executrix of her mother’s estate. Park Avenue Securities, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, businesses, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored financial planning, discretionary management, and access to proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Lisa Gilland is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and holds a Series 66 designation. She has one year of industry experience, including prior work at Financial Growth Partners and a 13-year tenure at Grant Thornton. Guardian Life’s subsidiary, Park Avenue Securities LLC, offers brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm provides tailored client solutions through both discretionary management and model-based strategies, supported by proprietary programs and third-party platforms.

Brian Wobensmith is a financial advisor with Guardian Life in Reston, VA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Virginia Tech, Clark Construction, and Genco Shipping & Trading. He is also involved in insurance sales outside of Guardian Life on a limited basis. Guardian Life’s affiliate, Park Avenue Securities LLC, offers brokerage and advisory services to individuals—including high-net-worth clients—corporate and retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm combines discretionary management with model-based strategies and provides access to insurance products, alternative investments, and a range of financial planning and consulting services.

Joseph Holinka IV is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and holds a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience and has worked at Park Avenue Securities, Guardian Life Insurance Company, and several other firms. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Green Cloud Consulting LLC, which provides back office and administrative services. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, offers brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm combines advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and provides access to proprietary and third-party solutions tailored to client needs.

Madison Cappas is a financial advisor at Park Avenue Securities, a subsidiary of Guardian Life, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining the firm, Madison worked at Total Wine & More and held positions in education at Fairfax County Public Schools, Great Lakes Academy, and Miami University. Park Avenue Securities provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a range of financial planning and consulting services, combining advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies through proprietary and third-party platforms.

Christopher Milligan is a financial advisor with Guardian Life, holding the ChFC® designation along with Series 65 and Series 66 licenses. He has 25 years of industry experience, including over two decades with Park Avenue Securities and Guardian Life. Outside of his advisory role, he also sells long-term care insurance and group and individual health benefits, and manages an LLC related to his insurance activities. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers tailored client relationships through both discretionary and non-discretionary management, combining proprietary and third-party investment solutions with access to insurance products and alternative investments.

William Shelton Jr. is a ChFC® with 49 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities. He has held various roles within Guardian Life since 2013 and Park Avenue Securities since 2022. He is also involved in the solicitation and sale of insurance products including long-term care, fixed annuities, disability income, and health insurance. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporations, retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers advisor-led discretionary management and model-based strategies through proprietary and third-party platforms, complemented by access to insurance products and alternative investments.

Corey Laprade is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and holds a Series 66 credential. He has 18 years of industry experience with roles at firms including Merrill, TD Ameritrade, and various wealth management practices. Outside of his advisory work, he has been involved in an automotive products business for over a decade. Park Avenue Securities LLC, where he also operates, provides brokerage and advisory services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm combines discretionary and model-based investment strategies and offers financial planning, consulting, and access to proprietary and third-party solutions.

Jeffrey Clark is a financial advisor at Guardian Life with 23 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at both Guardian Life Insurance Company and Park Avenue Securities since 2003. Outside of his advisory role, he is the CEO, President, and Treasurer of Clark Operating Company. Park Avenue Securities, a subsidiary of Guardian Life, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers tailored client relationships through a combination of advisor-led management, model-based strategies, and digital advisory solutions, with access to insurance products and alternative investments.

Owen Marshall is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and holds a Series 66 credential. He has one year of industry experience, including roles at Park Avenue Securities and Guardian Life Insurance Company. In addition to his advisory work, he is involved in baseball coaching and instruction at Diamond Heroes Baseball in Fairfax, VA. Park Avenue Securities LLC operates as Park Avenue® Wealth Management, offering brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm combines advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and provides access to proprietary programs, third-party advisory solutions, and integrated lending options.

Matthew Vahue is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has worked with Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities in various roles since 2016. Outside of his advisory work, he volunteers as a youth soccer coach with the Virginia Soccer Association and is involved in life coaching through Campfire Culture. Matthew works with Park Avenue® Wealth Management, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, which provides brokerage and advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a combination of advisor-led discretionary management and model-based strategies, along with access to insurance products and alternative investments.

Sarah Cato is a CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66-registered advisor with 21 years of industry experience. She is currently affiliated with Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities, where she has worked since 2010. In addition to her advisory role, she serves on the board of The ARC and operates Cato Advisory, LLC, which supports dental transition consulting. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers advisor-led discretionary management and model-based strategies, combining proprietary programs with third-party platforms and tailored client solutions.

Justin Hurley is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and holds a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience, including prior roles at Financial Growth Partners and KPMG. Outside of his advisory work, he operates Hurley Tax Preparation Services, which provides tax services to individuals and small businesses. Park Avenue Securities LLC, where he is affiliated, offers brokerage and investment advisory services to a variety of clients, including individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm combines advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and provides access to proprietary and third-party investment solutions.