Steven Fagan is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Commonwealth Financial Network and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Estate Conservation & Preservation, Inc., servicing a small number of remaining clients. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion with 144 advisors and serves a diverse client base including individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach with customizable model portfolios and offers additional services such as independent fiduciary work and employee financial wellness programs.

Timothy Ralph is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 16 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Stone Creek Capital Management LLC and Biltmore Capital Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he is a managing member of Bearcat Aviation, LLC, an aircraft holding company. Merit Financial Group, LLC manages approximately $10.6 billion and serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and customizable modular sleeves overseen by a central investment team.

Tony Mennenga is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Harbour Investments, Inc and Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. In addition to his advisory role, he provides tax preparation and planning services through Merit Tax Advisors. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion and serving a diverse client base including individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and modular sleeves, with oversight by a central investment team and committee.

Thomas Bakamus is a financial advisor with Merit Financial Advisors in Issaquah, WA, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at PKS Investments, LPL Financial, and Russell Investments. Merit Financial Group manages approximately $10.6 billion and serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and customizable strategies overseen by a central Investment Management team.

Brian Brashaw is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Ladenburg Thalmann & Co. and TD Ameritrade. Outside of advising, he is the founder of 401Kurator, a venture focused on event planning, consulting, public speaking, and freelance writing, though it has not yet commenced formal operations. Merit Financial Group, LLC manages approximately $10.6 billion for a diverse client base that includes individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and modular sleeves, overseen by a central Investment Management team and Investment Committee, while allowing advisors flexibility in portfolio management.

Mark Swingle is a CFP® with 30 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors since 2024. His prior roles include positions at Prospect Capital Services, Inc., Kestra Financial Services, Inc., and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company. Swingle serves on the board of directors for the Westfield Area YMCA, where he chairs both the Property and Investment Committees. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with 264 advisors managing approximately $23.9 billion in client assets across 66 offices. The firm offers coordinated wealth-management services and utilizes a long-term, diversified investment approach supported by an internal Investment Management team and customized portfolio options.

Connor Mason is a CFP® with five years of industry experience and is currently an advisor at Merit Financial Advisors. He previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network and Bell Financial Services. Mason is also the owner of CWMFS, LLC, a private entity involved in securities, advisory, and insurance business. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with over 260 advisors serving more than 20,000 clients. The firm focuses on long-term, diversified portfolios managed through centrally overseen models and offers coordinated wealth-management services including financial planning and retirement plan advice.

Paul Viren is a ChFC® with 32 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Merit Financial Advisors and has held prior roles at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, Mariner Independent Advisor Network, LPL Financial Corporation, and Strategic Wealth Advisors Group. Outside of advising, he is an artist who creates and exhibits pens in local galleries, serves as chairperson for the Whitworth Presbyterian Church Endowment Committee, and is co-authoring a book aimed at educating financial advisors and investors. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with over 260 advisors serving more than 20,000 clients across 66 offices. The firm focuses on long-term, diversified portfolios managed through centrally overseen sleeves and models, offering customizable investment solutions supported by an internal Investment Management team and committee.

Patrick Noonan is a CFP® with 15 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors since 2025. He previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network for 11 years. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion and serving a diverse client base including individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and customizable strategies overseen by a central investment team.

Brian Cleven is a Series 66 credentialed advisor with 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at Pillar Wealth Management Co since 2011. Brian is based in Middleton, WI, and is affiliated with Merit Financial Advisors. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion for a diverse client base that includes individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and modular sleeves, with a centralized Investment Management team overseeing standard models and rebalancing while allowing advisors flexibility in portfolio customization.

Steven Henderson is a CFP® and PFS™ with over 31 years of experience in financial advisory and tax services. He is currently a Regional Director and Investment Advisor Representative at Merit Financial Advisors and has held roles at PKS Investments, LPL Financial, and Avantax. In addition to his advisory work, he serves as president of a homeowners association and manages CPA offices and tax planning services through his CPA firm, Harrison Henderson, PLLC. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion with 144 advisors serving a diverse client base, including individuals, businesses, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and customizable modular strategies overseen by a central Investment Management team and committee.

Michael Fitch is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Second Half Financial Partners, Swaine & Leidel Wealth Services, and Wells Fargo Clearing. He is president of the 3B Foundation LLC, a charity organization in Sebring, Florida. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion with 144 advisors serving a diverse client base, including individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and customizable investment sleeves, overseen by a central Investment Management team and Investment Committee.

Jeffrey Nickum is a financial advisor with Merit Financial Advisors and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 29 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, Zimmermann Investment Management & Planning, and Professional Financial Advisors, Inc. Merit Financial Group, LLC manages approximately $10.6 billion and serves a diverse client base, including individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and customizable strategies overseen by a central Investment Management team and committee.

Tevin Hill is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at firms including Commonwealth Financial Network, GlennCo, LLC, and EisnerAmper Wealth Management. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with 264 advisors serving over 20,000 clients across 66 offices. The firm provides coordinated wealth-management services and employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using centrally managed model portfolios overseen by an internal Investment Management team.

Joel Phillips is a financial advisor with Merit Financial Advisors in Pocatello, ID, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Fiduciary Services LLC, Kalos Capital, and Sanctuary Wealth Management. Outside of advising, he co-owns and assists with a small business consulting firm that provides bookkeeping, payroll, and tax services to local small businesses. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion with 144 advisors serving a diverse client base, including individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm applies a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and modular strategies, with oversight by a central Investment Management team and Investment Committee, while allowing advisors to customize portfolios on discretionary or non-discretionary bases.

Matthew Lankford is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 12 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research Inc. for 10 years and has also been associated with Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments and LPL Financial. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with over 260 advisors serving more than 20,000 clients across 66 offices. The firm focuses on long-term, diversified portfolios managed through centrally developed models and offers services including asset management, financial planning, and retirement plan advice.

Francesco Vitale is a financial advisor with Merit Financial Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, Cetera, and VOYA Financial Advisors. He also serves as a trustee on a family trust. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion with 144 advisors serving individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and institutions. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and customizable sleeves, overseen by an Investment Committee and central management team.

Sean Montgomery is a CFP® professional with 25 years of industry experience, currently serving at Merit Financial Advisors. His prior experience includes 13 years with Commonwealth Financial Network. He serves as a board member of the Cliffs Resort Vacation Owners Association. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with 264 advisors serving over 20,000 clients across 66 offices. The firm provides coordinated wealth-management services and employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using centrally managed model portfolios overseen by an internal Investment Management team and committee.

Marshall Mennenga is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 37 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at firms including Woodbury Financial Services, Inc., Harbour Investments, Inc., and Mennenga Tax & Financial Service. He serves on the board of the Madison College Foundation, participating in its Governance and Finance and Investments committees. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion and serving a diverse client base, including individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and modular sleeves, with oversight by a central Investment Management team and an Investment Committee.

Rick Kent is a CFP® professional with 28 years of industry experience, currently serving at Merit Financial Advisors in Alpharetta, GA. He has worked at firms including LPL Financial, Lifestyle Planning Solutions, Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, and MFG Securities. Outside of his advisory role, he is CEO and owner of Mentoro Group, LLC, a holding company, and also owns a holding company for a boat. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion with 144 advisors serving individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and institutions. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment strategy using model portfolios and modular sleeves, overseen by an internal Investment Management team and committee, while allowing advisors to tailor portfolios on various platforms.