Lamar Watson, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, founded Dream Financial Planning to serve the needs of young professionals and minorities who typically don’t have access to fee-only and fiduciary financial planning. Prior to founding Dream, Lamar worked at a wealth management firm in Reston, VA, for over a decade. At his most recent firm, he served as the lead research analyst on a team of advisors that managed approximately $2 Billion in assets. He also served as a Vice President and Financial Advisor in the Private Wealth Management division. In this role, he worked with hundreds of clients across the country to help them meet their financial goals. Lamar’s proprietary process, the DREAM Financial Planning Process™, is the culmination of 15+ years of industry insight and experience. Less than 30% of all CFPs nationwide are in their 20s and 30s. I use The DREAM Financial Planning Process ™ to help my clients save, grow, and protect their wealth. We operate as a virtual firm and offer evening and weekend meetings for our client’s convenience. Ask about our unique pricing structure that starts at $100 per month for young professionals. We don’t have asset minimums for our clients. Less than 3.5% of all the 80,000 Certified Financial Planners (CFPs) in the United States are black or Latino, according to a new survey from the CFP Board Center for Financial Planning. Put another way; there are just 2,700 black or Latino CFPs in America; 1,200 blacks and 1,500 Latinos. Born in D.C. and a lifelong resident of Virginia, Lamar is a die-hard fan of many Washington D.C. area sports teams, most notably the Washington Redskins. His love for the Redskins all began when his grandfather started taking him to games when he was just eight-years-old. Previously, Lamar served as a volunteer basketball coach for the Chantilly Youth Association and Frederick County Parks and Recreation. In his free time, Lamar enjoys working out, biking on the Washington & Old Dominion Trail, and traveling. Feel free to contact me to schedule a complimentary 30-minute phone call to see if Dream Financial Planning is a good fit for you and your family.

Gladwyn Financial Advisors, Inc. is owned and operated by Timothy T. Murray and his wife Polly A. Murray. Tim has lived in Northern Virginia since 1972, has been a small business owner since 1993, and a financial planner since 2002. In 2000, Tim and Polly closed their learning center to allow Tim to fully pursue what had been, for many years, his undeniable interest — personal finance. After completing the required coursework and passing the CFP exam in 2002, Tim affiliated with Capital Planning & Investments, Inc. in Fairfax, as a financial planner and investment advisor. In 2005, Tim decided to go it alone and founded Murray Financial, Inc., a registered investment advisory (RIA) firm, which was subsequently renamed Gladwyn Financial Advisors in 2021. Tim’s motivation to start this business was his belief that fee-based investment advice alone, as opposed to dual agency (fee and commissioned based) was most appropriate for, not only him, but more importantly, his clients. As an RIA-only, Tim was then able to serve his clients without the corporate or institutional conflicts-of-interest prevalent in the financial services industry. Gladwyn’s investment advice revenue is limited to hourly charges or fees based on assets under management (AUM). While no longer preparing income tax returns for clients, Tim has been an income tax practitioner since 1986. He is a member of the National Association of Tax Preparers and annually maintains and improves his tax knowledge by way of continuing education courses. In 2006, after discovering that several new clients had previously made very poor divorce settlement decisions, Tim went back to school (again) to earn the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®) designation so that he could be better equipped to help those going through this very emotional difficult and financially trying time. With Tim's wide range of education, work, and life experiences, he provides a broad and balanced perspective to financial decisions. He enjoys and is fully dedicated to educating others on their personal finances. Whether you are a recent retiree, in mid-career, a small business owner, or a new college graduate, Tim and his team are prepared to help you meet your financial goals and provide you with client-centered financial planning, investment, and tax advice.

Autumn Ngov is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2024. In this capacity, she collaborates with local Vice President Financial Consultants to provide planning support and assist clients in implementing their financial plans. Her approach focuses on understanding clients' priorities to co-create financial plans that align with their goals. Autumn joined Fidelity Investments in 2022, initially serving as a Financial Representative before advancing to Relationship Manager in 2023. She holds a California Insurance License, supporting her ability to advise clients in financial planning and related areas. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Autumn enjoys board games, cooking and baking, parenthood, and traveling.

Nicholas Blue is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2024. His role focuses on co-creating and implementing personalized investment plans that align with his clients' unique financial objectives. Nicholas has held several positions at Fidelity Investments, progressing through roles including Investment Consultant, Investment Solutions Representative, and Customer Relationship Advocate between 2022 and 2024. This experience has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of investment strategies and client relationship management.

Stephen Jones is a Senior Financial Advisor leading The Jones Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Reston, Virginia. In his role as senior leader, he designs portfolio construction, asset allocation, and income distribution strategies for the team's clients. His practice assists highly successful individuals, families, and business owners with wealth accumulation, trust and estate strategies, and retirement income planning. With nearly two decades of experience, Stephen has built a client base marked by long-term relationships that span decades. As a second-generation Merrill Lynch financial advisor, he emphasizes customized advice and client experiences tailored to meet individual needs. His areas of focus include college education planning, corporate benefits, family wealth management strategies, retirement income, and related portfolio management services. Stephen earned a bachelor's degree in Economics and Finance from the College of Charleston. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys baseball, golfing, and hiking.

Timothy Neary is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in developing personalized wealth management strategies that align with his clients' priorities and adapt to changing market conditions. Timothy helps clients pursue goals related to college education planning, family wealth management, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. Timothy holds a Bachelor's Degree from Marymount University and has earned professional designations including Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He follows the Merrill tradition of community involvement and spends time volunteering with local organizations. Outside of work, Timothy enjoys golfing, playing pickleball, and spending time with his family.