Verdence Capital Advisors, LLC

Peter Mcgratty is a CFA® charterholder with over a decade of experience in the financial industry. He has worked at Pinnacle Advisor Solutions, Congress Wealth Advisor Solutions, and Precursor Asset Management before joining Verdence Capital Advisors, LLC. Verdence Capital Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, business entities, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a blend of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis in its investment decisions and offers specialized services such as family office support and tailored advice for professional athletes and entertainers.

Leo Kelly is a financial advisor with Verdence Capital Advisors, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Verdence since 2017 and concurrently at Independent Access Partners since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member and shareholder of Devils River Holdings LLC, a holding company for a whiskey distillery. Verdence Capital Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, business entities, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting through specialized teams and employs a mix of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis to guide investment decisions.

Brian Grumbach is a CFP® professional with 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Verdence Capital Advisors, LLC since 2017 and previously worked at Hightower Securities, LLC and Hightower Advisors, LLC from 2012 to 2017. He is also a partner in Hunt Valley Partners, an investment partnership for personal investment purposes. Verdence Capital Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, business entities, and charitable organizations, providing discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting. The firm employs a blend of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis and offers specialized teams for family office services, sports and entertainment clients, and sub-advisory consulting.

Ayaz Hasan is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 designation, with 17 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Verdence Capital Advisors, LLC and previously worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Verdence Capital Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations, offering discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting through specialized teams such as family office services and a Sports & Entertainment practice. The firm employs a mix of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis for investment decisions, utilizing a range of strategies and investment vehicles tailored to client objectives.

Carol Hopkins is a financial advisor at Verdence Capital Advisors, LLC with two years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at PNC Bank NA for 21 years before retiring in 2020. Verdence Capital Advisors serves individual clients, businesses, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and independent advisers, offering discretionary portfolio management and financial planning through specialized teams. The firm’s investment process uses fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis across various investment vehicles and provides OCIO sub-advisory and consulting services to other registered advisers.

Justin Allen is a CFP® certified financial advisor at Verdence Capital Advisors, LLC with five years of industry experience. He previously worked at MML Investors Services, LLC and MassMutual Life Insurance Co for seven years, as well as at LPL Financial LLC. Verdence Capital Advisors serves individual clients across wealth levels, businesses, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and independent advisers. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and specialized services including family office, sports and entertainment advisory, and OCIO/sub-advisory solutions, using a multi-disciplinary investment approach that incorporates fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis.

Noel La Montagne is a financial advisor at Verdence Capital Advisors, LLC with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 credential and has been with Verdence since 2019. In addition to his advisory role, he is a certified NFL Players’ Association agent, managing client careers and negotiating player and marketing contracts through Compass Sports Advisors. Verdence Capital Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, business entities, and charitable organizations, providing discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis to implement investment strategies across various asset classes and offers specialized services for family offices and professional athletes.

Abraham Miller is a financial advisor at Verdence Capital Advisors, LLC with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Heritage Financial Consultants and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Verdence Capital Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, businesses, pension and profit-sharing plans, and trusts. The firm provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning, utilizing fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis across a range of investment vehicles while also offering specialized advisory services such as family office support and sports and entertainment advisory.

Martin Eader II is a financial advisor at Verdence Capital Advisors, LLC with a Series 65 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at StepStone Group, RBC Wealth Management, Campbell and Company, Montgomery County Public Schools, Signet Jewelers, and Gap. Verdence Capital Advisors serves individual clients, businesses, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts and estates, and independent advisers. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management and financial planning through specialized teams that provide family office services, sports and entertainment advisory, OCIO and sub-advisory solutions, as well as consulting engagements.

John Piccirilli is a financial advisor with Verdence Capital Advisors, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and one year of industry experience. He has worked previously at Five Star Bank, Long Boat Key Capital, LLC, Courier Capital, and HPN Capital. Piccirilli is involved as a managing member and investor in several family-owned private investment entities. Verdence Capital Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, businesses, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and independent advisers. The firm provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning through specialized teams, employing a multi-faceted investment process that includes fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, with offerings that span mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and OCIO sub-advisory solutions.

John Morgan is a financial advisor at Verdence Capital Advisors, LLC with 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Verdence since 2017 and previously worked at Hightower Advisors and Hightower Securities from 2014 to 2017. Morgan serves as an arbitrator with FINRA and is a partner in an investment partnership, Hunt Valley Partners, for personal investment purposes. Verdence Capital Advisors serves individual clients, businesses, pension plans, trusts, estates, and independent advisers. The firm provides discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and specialized services including family office, sports and entertainment advisory, and OCIO/sub-advisory solutions. Its investment approach integrates fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis across various investment vehicles with ongoing client reporting and oversight.

Dwight Davenport is a financial advisor at Verdence Capital Advisors, LLC with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at Greenport Capital Advisors, LLC for nine years. Verdence Capital Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, business entities, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a blend of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis to manage portfolios through various investment vehicles and offers specialized teams for family office services, sports and entertainment clients, and sub-advisory consulting.

Bryan Dalesandro is a financial advisor at Verdence Capital Advisors, LLC with 15 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations and serves as an adjunct professor at The American College of Financial Services. His prior work includes roles at RiversEdge Advisors, LLC and Concentus Wealth Advisors. Verdence Capital Advisors serves individual clients ranging from non-high-net-worth to high-net-worth, as well as businesses, pension plans, trusts, and independent advisers. The firm employs a multifaceted investment process and offers specialized services including family office support, sports and entertainment advisory, and OCIO sub-advisory solutions.

William Krueger is a CFP® with five years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Verdence Capital Advisors, LLC. Prior to joining Verdence in 2026, he worked at SC&H Financial Advisors, Inc. for five years and The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. for seven years. Outside of financial advising, he works as an independent contractor playtesting board games for Fantasy Flight Games. Verdence Capital Advisors serves individual clients, businesses, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and independent advisers. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management and financial planning through specialized teams, employing a multi-faceted investment approach that integrates fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis across diverse investment vehicles.

Kevin Cuff is a financial advisor at Verdence Capital Advisors, LLC with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked at HighTower Advisors and Independent Access Partners, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he coaches at Gorillaz Fitness in Forest Hill, MD. Verdence Capital Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting. The firm employs a blend of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis to implement long- and short-term investment strategies across a variety of asset types.