I work closely with families, business owners and young professionals to provide advice on retirement planning, investment and risk management, cash flow and debt management, estate planning and tax strategies. I work with business owners and employees to help not only with their personal finances but also the company retirement plans. I started Incline Wealth Advisors to provide a deeper level of service to local business owners, retirees and company retirement plans. I graduated from Thomas More University and was a member of the men’s basketball team. I earned my certificate in financial planning from Xavier University. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my wife and five children. I also enjoy playing and coaching basketball. Certifications: - CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER Community Work: - Elder High School Board of Trustees - Chair of the Investment Committee - Western Economic Counsel: Board Member & Treasurer - Our Lady of Visitation Basketball Coordinator - Former: Make-A-Wish Foundation: Emerging Leader Advisory Board Member - Former: Thomas More Alumni Association: Board Member.

Darin Schmidt is a financial advisor with Schmidt Wealth Management, L.L.C. in Lawrenceburg, IN, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Silver Oak Securities, Inc. and Ausdal Financial Partners, INC. Outside of investment advisory, he provides tax preparation and planning services, as well as insurance products including life, disability, long-term care, health, and fixed annuities. Schmidt Wealth Management, L.L.C. offers portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and certain corporate and retirement-plan clients. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, quantitative, and technical analyses, managing accounts on a discretionary basis with investment strategies ranging from long-term asset allocation to alternative investments such as private placements and venture capital funds.

Colby Gleckler is a Series 65 licensed advisor at Bear & Eagle Investments LLC with one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Woodland Golf Course and Cintas, as well as ongoing employment at the University of Cincinnati. Bear & Eagle Investments LLC serves individuals and households, including high-net-worth clients, by providing discretionary portfolio management and financial planning services. The firm employs a fundamentally oriented, value-focused investment approach using financial-statement analysis and quantitative screens to construct diversified, client-tailored portfolios.

About the Firm Balance Life Planning was created to help mid-career individuals and families find balance between the financial and lifestyle needs of today, tomorrow, and legacy. Our approach combines the core tenets of financial planning: Investment Strategy Tax Planning Cash Flow/ Retirement Planning Insurance Analysis Estate Planning Furthermore, we offer planning catered to families that have more complex compensation such as stock options, RSUs, Employee Stock Purchase Plans (ESPP), etc. We utilize the latest technology available to deliver a seamless client experience that includes a planning portal, secure vault for planning documents, tax planning tools, and more. About Me I was born and raised in Canton, OH and relocated to the Cincinnati area to attend Xavier University. During that time, I met my wife Erica, and we settled in Villa Hills, KY. We have three beautiful daughters: Molly, Taylor, and Charlotte. We enjoy traveling, various sports, and dogs (we have three dogs Rev, Louis, and Teller). I started in the Financial Services industry at a large investment firm in 2011. During my nearly 10 years there, I worked my way from customer service, through various trading positions, to a book of clients of over 900 high-net worth households that I assisted with planning and investing. In February 2015, I earned my CFP® marks (CERTFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™). In September 2020, I decided it was time for a change that offered a better life balance and client experience. I joined a smaller firm in Blue Ash, OH, as a Senior Advisor. During that time, I gained valuable experience working through complex planning scenarios with high-net worth clients, managing day to day operations of the firm, and was closely connected to a first-class CPA firm. Of the thousands of clients I've had the privilege to serve, several carried ranging degrees of regret around their financial planning path. Most of which sounded like: "if I knew then what I knew now, I would have...". I have designed Balanced Life Planning to meet clients and families where they are earlier in life to create better financial outcomes.

Michael Scheel is a financial advisor at Profolio Investments, Inc. with 21 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Profolio Investments since 2014. Profolio Investments, Inc. is an independent advisory firm offering fee-based investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan services to a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and plan sponsors. The firm employs a strategic asset-allocation approach with discretionary portfolio management and supplements its offerings with fundamental analysis, third-party model portfolios, educational seminars, and client newsletters.

Jerome Knochelmann II is the principal of Kwma, an independent advisory firm based in Florence, KY. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has six years of industry experience, including roles at Fidelity Investments and Fidelity Brokerage Services. He is also the owner and registered agent of Atriox Capital LLC, a company that is not currently operating. Kwma provides investment advisory and planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm uses model-based, actively managed portfolios guided by a written investment policy and employs a mix of fundamental, technical, quantitative, and qualitative analysis across a variety of instruments.

Carly Wayne is a Series 65-credentialed financial advisor at Wayne Financial LLC with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Wayne Financial, she worked for six years at SocialCoaster Inc. d/b/a BVIRAL and three years at Jonathan's Grille. Wayne Financial LLC offers discretionary portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth individuals, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $16 million in assets using an investment approach that integrates equity and ETF allocations with multiple forms of analysis, maintaining client accounts primarily at Schwab Institutional.

Garrett Wayne is a financial advisor at Wayne Financial LLC with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked previously at The Randolph Company and the University of Cincinnati. Wayne Financial LLC provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes equity and ETF allocations combined with multiple analytic methods and maintains a boutique practice model serving a concentrated client roster.

Lucas Lloyd is a financial advisor at Lloyd Financial Group LLC with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at Strategic Wealth Partners, Ltd. and Muskingham University. Lloyd is a licensed insurance agent but is not actively engaged in insurance sales. Lloyd Financial Group LLC provides discretionary investment management and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and estates, managing approximately $19.86 million in assets. The firm employs a long-term investment approach focused on fundamental analysis and uses low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, supplementing portfolios with individual securities as appropriate.

Philip Scott is a financial advisor at Souders Financial Advisors, LLC with 34 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Advantage Investment Management LLC and LPL Financial LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates B3 Academy LLC, a sports training and coaching academy for select baseball and basketball athletes. Souders Financial Advisors provides wealth management and investment advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, corporate retirement and ERISA plans, and foundations. The firm employs a financial-plan driven approach featuring model portfolios, strategic asset allocation, and diversification across asset classes.

Michael Treft is a financial advisor at Souders Financial Advisors, LLC in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 65 credential with six years of industry experience. He has worked at Souders Financial Group since 2019, following roles at TPC Rivers Bend, Great American Insurance Company, and Which Wich. Souders Financial Advisors is a multi-advisor firm managing approximately $1.41 billion, providing wealth management, financial planning, and portfolio management services to individuals, trusts, pension and ERISA plans, and foundations. The firm emphasizes a financial plan-based investment approach that integrates diversified portfolios with tailored asset allocation and both long- and short-term trading strategies.

Brian Giesting is a financial advisor at Souders Financial Advisors, LLC with 23 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and previously worked at Private Client Services, LPL Financial, and Advantage Investment Management, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in insurance sales. Souders Financial Advisors is a multi-advisor firm that serves individuals, trusts, pension and ERISA plans, and foundations with wealth management, financial planning, retirement income, insurance, education, and estate services. The firm emphasizes a financial-plan-driven investment approach incorporating diversification, quality investments, and income generation, and uses both longer- and shorter-term trading strategies.

Jake Butcher is a CFP® professional with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving at HCM Wealth Advisors in Cincinnati, OH. He has been with Hengehold Capital Management LLC since 2011, totaling 15 years at the related entity. HCM Wealth Advisors is an SEC-registered investment adviser that provides discretionary portfolio management and comprehensive financial planning to individuals, trusts, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm employs a model-driven, long-term asset allocation approach supported by fundamental, technical, quantitative, and qualitative analysis.

Ryan Bonaventura is a financial advisor at Souders Financial Advisors, LLC in Cincinnati, Ohio, with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has previously worked at LPL Financial LLC and Advantage Investment Management, LLC. Bonaventura is also involved with Bonaventura Wealth Advisors, focusing on financial planning and advisory services. Souders Financial Advisors provides wealth management and investment advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, corporate retirement and ERISA plans, and foundations. The firm employs a financial-plan driven approach with personalized portfolio management, strategic asset allocation, and diversification across asset classes, offering services on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Daniel Souders is a CFP® with 37 years of experience in financial advising. He is the founder and president of Souders Financial Advisors, LLC in Cincinnati, OH, where he has worked since 2018. His prior experience includes roles at LPL Financial, Advantage Investment Management, National Planning Corporation, and Walnut Street Advisers. He also serves as president of Souders Financial Group Inc., a fixed insurance products company, and is a trustee of the Souders Financial Group 401(k) Plan. Souders Financial Advisors serves individuals, trusts, pension and ERISA plans, and foundations with wealth management, financial planning, and retirement income planning services. The firm uses a financial planning-driven investment process emphasizing diversification and income generation, supported by team-based portfolio management and accounts typically held at Charles Schwab.

Dawne Ferland is a financial advisor with Woodstock Wealth Management, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Woodstock Wealth Management since 2018 and previously worked at Woodstock Financial Group. Outside of her advisory role, she operates branch offices for Woodstock Wealth Management and St. Bernard Financial Services and sells non-securities insurance products. Woodstock Wealth Management provides financial planning, discretionary portfolio management, and access to third‑party asset managers for individuals, businesses, charities, and retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $630 million on a discretionary basis and offers a performance-based fee program alongside managed account and planning services.

Matthew Calme is a CFP®-certified financial advisor at HCM Wealth Advisors in Cincinnati, Ohio, with 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at HCM Wealth Advisors since 2019 and previously held roles at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and FIDELITY Brokerage Services LLC. HCM Wealth Advisors is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm employs a long-term, model-driven asset allocation approach combined with discretionary portfolio management and regular client communications, overseeing approximately $1.23 billion in client assets.

Michael Souders is a CFP® professional with 14 years of experience in financial advising. He is the founder of Souders Financial Advisors, LLC and has previously worked with Private Client Services, LPL Financial LLC, and Advantage Investment Management LLC. Souders Financial Advisors, LLC provides wealth management and investment advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, corporate retirement and ERISA plans, and foundations. The firm uses a financial-plan driven approach with model portfolios, strategic asset allocation, and diversified investments, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services.

Steven Hengehold is a CFP® professional with 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Hengehold Capital Management since 2014. He is based in Cincinnati, OH, and holds a Series 65 license. HCM Wealth Advisors is an SEC-registered investment adviser that provides discretionary portfolio management and comprehensive financial planning to a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, trusts, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm utilizes a long-term, model-driven asset allocation process supported by fundamental, technical, quantitative, and qualitative analysis, and incorporates discretionary trading and strategies such as options and third-party sub-advisers when appropriate.

Catherine Zaino is a financial advisor at Souders Financial Advisors, LLC in Cincinnati, OH, with 27 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and has worked previously at Advantage Investment Management, LLC and LPL Financial LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she has been involved in non-variable insurance sales, including health, dental, life, and disability insurance. Souders Financial Advisors, LLC provides wealth management and investment advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, corporate retirement and ERISA plans, and foundations. The firm employs a financial-plan driven approach featuring model portfolios, strategic asset allocation, and diversification, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services while acting as a fiduciary for applicable retirement accounts.