Our Team

Stuart graduated from the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. He began his career in the financial services industry in 2010 with Northwestern Mutual and continued with MetLife. His initial focus was primarily on providing financial solutions for individual and families. Towards the end of his tenure at MetLife, Stuart became involved in 401k's and employee benefits for small businesses. Since joining Securian, Stuart has expanded his practice with business owners in providing them with a more comprehensive style of planning. This includes succession planning, key man policies, buy sell agreements, and numerous other strategies and services. His mission is to give business owners sense of security that they’re life’s work is secure, as well as giving back their most valuable asset, which is time.  Stuart is also still committed to providing expert financial advising to individuals and families who are committed to protecting their assets and achieving their financial goals.

In addition to working with his clients, Stuart is our Managing Director. The success of a financial advisory firm is dependent upon not simply the strength of the team but also, the training and development program. Stuart has developed the training and development platform and is responsible for the execution and growth of our advisors. He assists with the growth, enhancement, and expansion of each advisors’ personal practices. His dedication is the productivity and development of the advisors. His commitment is to their motivation and success.

Stuart lives in Columbia, Maryland. He is an avid golfer and maintains a healthy lifestyle, paying close attention to nutrition, as well as a strict regimen of working out at the gym. He is engaged to be married in October of 2018.

Stuart is a registered representative and investment advisor representative of Securian Financial Services, Inc.   2032560  2-2018

Shannon was born in raised in the Baltimore area, Maryland where he graduated from Towson University with a degree in Finance.  From 2002 to 2015, he was the managing partner of H. R. Bowerman Property Management where he successfully managed thirty rental units in Baltimore City.

In 2016, Shannon joined Securian Capital of the Chesapeake to pursue his passion for finance and investment.  Having completed the FINRA Series 7 and Series 66, he is prepared to assist clients meet any financial needs and goals they may have.

By taking away the stress of developing, monitoring, and helping achieve financial goals, Shannon lets his clients have more time to do what they love.

Shannon and his wife Mary live in White Hall, Maryland with their son Ethan.  He enjoys cooking, reading, watching football (GO RAVENS!), home improvement projects, and riding his ATV.

Shannon Bowerman is a registered representative of Securian Financial Services, Inc.   9-2016  1598600

As a Financial Representative, AJ's considerable training and experience in analyzing individual financial situations and recommending a personalized strategy of action to help his clients meet their short and long term goals has proven to be a most valuable asset throughout the years.  Clients have discovered that AJ not only has their goals and interests at heart, but his vast knowledge and experience helps his clients look out for the mistakes that so many investors make when navigating through their financial decisions alone without professional help.  AJ & his team have immediate access to extensive research capabilities from some of the finest firms in the industry, as well as tax and retirement planning, estate planning and financial planning specialists. 

Since 2005, Ahmed (AJ) Hunter has helped individuals with their financial service needs.  From past experience in real estate investing to banking and ultimately financial strategies, AJ’s clients can easily draw from his professional and personal experiences in saving and investing money.  He is professionally trained in financial strategies, asset management, investment strategies and insurance services.  AJ specializes in investment selection and retirement planning and is a frequent speaker to community groups and colleges on various financial & investment related topics.

AJ graduated with honors from Bowie State University where he earned his B.S. in Business Administration.  He also holds professional designations including FINRA Series 6, 63, and 65 registrations, as well as his State Life, Disability and Variable Annuity Licenses.

Ahmed (AJ) Hunter resides in Waldorf, Maryland with his wife, Deidra.  AJ enjoys traveling & coaching his church’s private school students in track & field and strength & conditioning.  He also volunteers in various other civic and ministry related activities within his church and community.

AJ Hunter is registered representatives of Securian Financial Services, Inc.   5-2017  1800873

Inyima Ojiabo was born and raised in the Baltimore area and currently resides in Catonsville. Inyima’s interest in finance began after the 2008 Recession, when he watched both of his parents lose much of the wealth they had spent their entire lives to build.  Inyima resolved to develop a greater understanding of personal finance and investing to be able to assist businesses and families as they work toward achieving their financial goals and avoid the pitfalls that his family underwent.

Inyima attended Towson University majoring in Accounting and minoring in Finance.  At Towson, Inyima has been involved with a number of groups including the Towson University Investment Group, the Towson University Real Estate Club, and the Towson Rugby Club. Inyima has also held leadership roles in the National Association of Black Accountants.  He holds Life and Health licenses and FINRA Series 7 and FINRA Series 66 registrations.

Inyima started his career at Securian Capital of the Chesapeake in 2017.  With the support of his team, Inyima helps individuals and businesses reach their financial objectives while simultaneously protecting themselves from financial threats.

Inyima Ojiabo is a registered representative of Securian Financial Services, Inc. 1934179  11-2017

Mike Delaney joined Securian Capital of the Chesapeake to help his clients with holistic financial solutions to accumulate and protect their wealth. As a financial advisor, Mike and his team work directly with individuals and business owners to provide personalized advice and solutions based on needs, goals, and objectives with emphasis on financial planning. 

He began his financial services career as an intern on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange with Stephen M Ferretti Inc. Since then, he has worked more recently at Brown Advisory Securities, LLC as a licensed Financial Advisor. In that role Mike assisted families, foundations, and institutions in determining their investment objectives, assessing risk, identifying suitable investment strategies, and evaluating their performance.

Mike is a graduate of Loyola College in Maryland. He earned his Certified Financial Planner certification through the CFP Board and his Chartered Financial Consultant designation through The American College of Financial Services. He also has his Series 7 and Series 66 registrations as well as state Life and Health insurance licenses.

Mike grew up in New Jersey and then moved to Baltimore to attend Loyola College. He has been here since graduation and currently lives downtown in Canton. Mike enjoys going to the movies, spending time outdoors, playing soccer, lacrosse and golf as well as spending time with friends and family.

Mike is a registered representative and investment advisor representative of Securian Financial Services, Inc.

Michelle began her career in financial services in 1988. She is a Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) and Chartered Advisor for Senior Living (CASL)* as well as holding Series 7 and 63 registrations. Her journey from Administrative Assistant to Financial Advisor to Operations Manager has given her a special insight into the full client experience as well as an in depth understanding of markets and products.

Michelle is excited to join the Securian Capital of the Chesapeake family with their shared vison of client focused financial planning. She lives in Herndon, VA with her husband, two boys, and menagerie of pets. In her spare time she is involved in the art community teaching classes and participating in exhibitions.

Michelle is a registered representative and investment advisor representative of Securian Financial Services, Inc.   8-2016 1558553
*Source: The American College