Michael Gauss is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Louisville, KY, holding the Series 63 designation and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. and the Financial Services Center. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Thomas Smith is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Louisville, KY, holding a Series 66 credential and 25 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Waddell & Reed, Midland National Life Insurance Company, and managing his own firms, T Smith Enterprises LLC and T Smith Financial, LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Kenneth Baize is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Louisville, KY, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at American Capital Management Inc., American Equity Investment Corporation, Highview Neighborhood Advisory Group, and Waddell & Reed Inc. Baize is also involved in non-investment activities such as serving as a sales representative for LegalShield, which provides legal services including basic estate planning documents. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by technology and a wide range of financial services including affiliated insurance and banking products.