Brandon Thomas Smith

Blue Advisors is a fee-only financial planning and investment management firm based in Columbus, Ohio, serving retirees and busy professionals throughout the region and across the United States. My mission is simple: to help you achieve your financial goals through clear advice, education, and a commitment to your best interests—always. Why Blue Advisors? Fiduciary Oath: As a fee-only, fiduciary advisor, I am legally obligated to put your interests first. I do not sell products or earn commissions—my only job is to give you expert, unbiased advice. Education First: I believe that informed clients make better decisions. I'm here to demystify financial planning and investment management, empowering you with the knowledge you need to succeed. Low, Transparent Fees: My fee-only structure means no hidden costs or sales pitches—just straightforward, affordable advice. Personalized Service: By limiting the number of clients I work with, I ensure you receive the attention and tailored solutions you deserve. My Philosophy There's nothing new about sound financial planning and investment management. While laws and regulations may change, the core principles that drive long-term success remain unchanged. History has shown that the fundamentals work—there are no secret shortcuts or magic products. My role is to help you apply these time-tested strategies to your unique situation. My Process: Simple, Secure, Supportive I understand that choosing or changing a financial advisor can feel overwhelming. That's why I've created a straightforward, stress-free process: Get Acquainted: We start with a relaxed, no-pressure conversation to understand your goals, concerns, and what prompted you to seek guidance. It’s an opportunity for you to ask questions and see if we’re the right fit. Secure Information Sharing: If you decide to move forward, you’ll share your financial information through safe, encrypted tools. Your privacy and security are always my top priority. Personalized Planning: I review your documents, assess your current financial picture, and create a clear, comprehensive financial plan and investment strategy tailored to your goals, values, and long-term aspirations. We walk through everything together so you feel confident, informed, and in control. Ongoing Guidance: Your financial life isn’t static—and your plan shouldn’t be either. As laws, markets, and life circumstances change, I’ll be there to adjust your plan, answer questions, and provide ongoing education and support. Let's Take the First Step—Together Taking that first step toward financial clarity can be intimidating. My goal is to make it as easy and comfortable as possible. At Blue Advisors, you'll find a trusted partner—one who listens, educates, and guides you every step of the way. Ready to start your financial journey? Let's connect and build your brighter financial future together. .

Bohdan (Bo) Hall is a financial advisor at OneSeven with three years of industry experience and holds a Series 65 designation. He has worked at OneSeven since 2024 and has previous experience at the University of Cincinnati and Kent State University. Outside of his advisory role, he is the managing member of 614 Wealth Architects, LLC. OneSeven provides investment advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, businesses, and retirement plans. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting, typically employing diversified mutual funds, ETFs, and individual securities with access to alternatives and private placements when suitable.

Jonathan Codispoti is a financial advisor with Legacy Wealth strategies based in Columbus, OH, with 20 years of industry experience. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as Treasurer on the Dublin Football League Board and is a member of the OhioHealth Foundation Executive Committee. Park Avenue Securities LLC serves a broad retail client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, charitable organizations, and corporate clients, offering brokerage, advisory, financial planning, and consulting services. The firm employs a variety of investment strategies through proprietary and third-party portfolios and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Mark is the Director of Advanced Planning at Legacy Wealth Strategies, a Lifetime Financial Growth Company (LFG). LFG is a regional privately held wealth management firm established in 1969 with offices in 6 states and 10 major metropolitan cities in the mid-central United States. The firm ranks among the top financial services firms in the Guardian Network, with over 300 Financial Professionals, servicing more than 79,000 clients. Mark started his career at Lifetime Financial Growth’s Pittsburgh office in 2012 after graduating from Duquesne University. Mark’s passion is creating holistic and comprehensive planning solutions tailored to his clients’ unique goals and objectives. He is recognized as a Five Star Wealth Manager featured in Fortune Magazine. Mark is also a Retirement Income Certified Professional® (RICP®), a designation earned through The American College of Financial Services. Over the past decade, Mark has been providing comprehensive planning strategies and customized services for medical professionals and closely held businesses. His focus is on preservation of capital, wealth creation, and tax minimization strategies. Mark believes that a truly comprehensive plan requires coordination across all financial domains and areas of someone’s life. With the use of cutting-edge financial technology and innovative financial product design, Mark and his team bring the very best in financial solutions to the clients they serve. Mark has been a guest speaker at medical conferences, medical residency programs, universities, and physician groups. While in Pittsburgh he has served on the board and held the seat as president for his local Chamber of Commerce and Alumni Association. Mark has also performed many leadership roles within LWS and LFG.

Timothy Cooper is a financial advisor at Ripple Effect Investment Strategies, LLC with 17 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has been self-employed since 1997, operating an insurance services business that occupies the majority of his professional time. Ripple Effect Investment Strategies focuses on individualized financial planning and tax preparation for individual clients rather than institutional mandates. The firm offers written financial plans covering income, taxes, insurance, estate matters, and investment allocation, and provides educational seminars and insurance product discussions without custody of client assets or discretionary trading authority.

Andrew Ferraro is a CFP® certificant with 17 years of industry experience. He founded Ferraro Wealth Management, LLC in 2020 after six years at Strategic Wealth Partners, Ltd. In addition to his advisory role, he operates as an independent insurance agent, focusing on life, long-term care, and annuities. Ferraro Wealth Management offers discretionary asset management, comprehensive financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting to individuals, trusts, estates, business clients, and charitable organizations. The firm combines fundamental and technical analysis with Modern Portfolio Theory to tailor investment programs and provides ERISA-focused services for qualified retirement plans, alongside public seminars and workshops.