Derek Farnlacher

Makinley Cornley is a financial advisor at Purpose1st Financial with two years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Access Wealth Group and Northwestern Mutual in various capacities. Outside of her advisory role, Makinley works as an UberEats driver on weekends. Purpose1st Financial provides continuous investment management and financial planning services to individuals and high-net-worth clients. The firm offers model-based portfolio management alongside written financial plans and utilizes a blend of fundamental, technical, cyclical, and charting analysis to guide tactical allocation decisions.

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. .

I'm the founder of ClearMind Capital, a fee-only firm based in Columbus, OH. I work mostly with business owners, self-employed professionals, and people who are close enough to retirement that the decisions they make in the next few years actually matter a lot. The planning I do tends to live at the intersection of retirement income, tax strategy, and the messier stuff that comes with owning a business or leaving one. A lot of my clients come in with good pieces in place but nobody has ever pulled them together or looked at how the tax picture connects to everything else. That's usually where the real work is. When we get that right, something shifts. People stop second-guessing whether they're making smart moves and start feeling like they actually have a plan they understand and trust. For most of my clients, that clarity is the thing they didn't know they were missing.

Freddie Everett Jr. is a financial advisor at Thomas Everett Investments, LLC in Columbus, OH, holding a Series 66 designation with nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and Hardimann Investment Management, Inc. He is also involved in community pastoral work through Columbus Bible Way Church, Inc. Thomas Everett Investments is an independent advisory firm providing asset management, financial planning, third-party manager referrals, and retirement plan consulting to individuals, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm uses fundamental, technical, and quantitative methods in its investment analysis and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, with a notable focus on pension consulting and serving charitable clients.

Dennis Dicke is the sole advisor at Cornerstone Investment Counsel in Columbus, Ohio, holding a Series 65 designation with 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cornerstone Investment Counsel since 1996. Cornerstone Investment Counsel is a single-adviser registered investment adviser providing discretionary investment management to individuals, trusts, retirement accounts, and pension plans. The firm uses a process centered on client objectives and risk tolerance, employing no-load mutual funds, exchange-traded funds, and Defined Outcome (“buffer”) ETFs to construct portfolios.

David Clark is the founder and sole advisor of Clark Soeten, an independent firm based in Columbus, Ohio. He holds a Series 65 designation and has three years of industry experience. Prior to establishing his advisory practice in 2023, Clark worked in roles including philanthropic advising at The Catholic Foundation and owned a small event rental business, Rent Wedding Chairs. Clark Soeten provides asset management, financial planning, and consulting services to individuals and high-net-worth clients. The firm emphasizes fundamental analysis to identify undervalued securities for long-term holding and incorporates options strategies and arbitrage opportunities as part of its investment approach.