About Northspire

ABOUT US

Meet the team guiding your financial future.

Northspire Wealth partners with individuals, families, and business owners to simplify complex financial decisions and create strategies built around what matters most.

Built on clarity, trust, and long-term partnership.

Our team brings steady guidance, thoughtful planning, and a personalized approach to every client relationship.

Erin Caines, ChFC

Partner & Financial Advisor

As a New York Life Agent, I sincerely believe that most people want to do what's right: right for themselves, right for their families, and right for their communities. In fact, that's one of the reasons I joined the company back in 2021. After 10+ years working as a federal employee, I wanted the opportunity to work somewhere that made it easy for other people to do what was right, and more importantly, made it easy for me to do right by them.

You can take comfort in the fact that I have been a proud resident of Rockville MD and have lived in this community for 14 years, and therefore have a vested interest in seeing my friends and neighbors succeed. I have many of the same hopes and aspirations as my clients and am happy to share with you all the resources and information New York Life has to offer.

Depending on your needs, I can introduce you to some ways to help protect your family's lifestyle and future; or prepare for major financial events such as paying for college, saving for retirement, or caring for an aging relative. If you're wondering about my qualifications, you might find it reassuring to know that I am a licensed agent to sell insurance through New York Life Insurance Company. In addition to my financial experience, I hold a BS from LeMoyne College and have participated in New York Life's well-known training program, NYLIC University.

Of course, my background isn't really the one that matters. To be the best possible agent, I've found that getting to know my clients – their hopes, dreams and goals for the future – is the most important first step. So if you're looking for someone that's ready to put their expertise and experience to work for you, please let me know.

Neither New York life Insurance Company, not its agents provide tax, legal or accounting advice. Please consult your own tax, legal, or accounting professionals before making any decisions.

¹ Awarded by New York Life Insurance Company for outstanding sales achievements.

²Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), The Premier Association of Financial Professionals (trademark r), is recognized globally as the standard of excellence in life insurance sales performance in the insurance and financial services industry.

Barry Weinbaum, CLTC

PARTNER & FINANCIAL SERVICES PROFESSIONAL

Barry Weinbaum is a Financial Services Professional, helping clients achieve their business, personal, retirement, and legacy planning goals. With more than 40 years of leadership experience, Barry has served as a CEO, Board Director, entrepreneur, and senior executive across technology, financial services, energy efficiency, software, communications, biotechnology, and smart building industries.

For the past 10 years at New York Life, Barry has focused his practice on business owners, veterans, high-net-worth individuals, aspiring professionals, and pre-retirees. He is a perennial New York Life Council¹Agent with 9 MDRT² qualifications (2017- 2026) and repeated Elite status in life, annuity, and long-term care solutions.

Before joining New York Life, Barry led multiple technology companies, including NanoOpto, Lumenergi, Renaissance Lighting, and Social Learning & Payments, successfully guiding businesses through growth, acquisitions, and exits. He also held engineering and executive leadership roles with AT&T and Lucent Technologies.

Barry lives in Fairfax, VA with his wife Sue. He holds a BS from Union College, NY and an MS from Columbia University and is a proud father, grandfather, and Bonus Dad.

Michael Yukas

Partner & Financial Services Professional

Michael Yukas works with individuals, families, executives, and business owners to help preserve and protect long-term wealth through personalized strategies and relationship-driven guidance.

Michael graduated from Kean University with a degree in Marketing, earning academic honors during his time there. While at Kean, he was also a four-year varsity athlete and Division III lacrosse goalie.

Known for his professionalism, attention to detail, and high level of personal service, Michael is committed to building lasting relationships grounded in trust, discretion, and tailored guidance.