Brian Vanwinkle is a financial advisor with Van Winkle Wealth Management Group LLC in Newark, Ohio. He holds a Series 63 designation and has 32 years of industry experience, including over two decades at Syndicated Capital, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he is a part owner of Bravo Holdings, LLC, a partnership focused on acquiring investment real estate. Van Winkle Wealth Management Group provides investment advisory and financial planning services primarily to individual clients, as well as pension and profit-sharing plan sponsors and participants. The firm uses model portfolios combined with fundamental and technical analysis to tailor strategies to client objectives, managing approximately 400 client relationships and about $114 million in assets.

Thomas Cantrell is a financial advisor with The Retirement Specialist of Central Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at his current firm since 2014 and is also involved in consulting to insurance agents through Sharp 1, LLC and independent insurance sales with Senior Services Lake & Cook Co. The Retirement Specialist of Central Ohio serves individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as self-employed and small business owners, offering discretionary portfolio management, comprehensive financial planning, and subscription-based wealth management services. The firm focuses on developing individualized investment policies and long-term asset allocations using fundamental analysis tailored to client goals and risk tolerance.

Jonathan Taylor is a financial advisor with Patriot Asset Advisors, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and over 20 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Summit Brokerage Services from 2015 to 2018. Taylor also provides life insurance as part of his financial planning services. Patriot Asset Advisors offers investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth clients, featuring a value-oriented investment approach, a proprietary concentrated equity model, and the use of derivatives and option strategies within managed accounts. The firm also conducts educational seminars and workshops for the public and various organizations.

Aaron Green is a financial advisor at Kennon-Green & Co. with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 designation and has been with Kennon-Green & Company, LLC since 2015. Prior to this, he was involved with Kennon-Green Enterprises, LLC and Mount Olympus Awards, LLC. Kennon-Green & Co. provides discretionary portfolio management and investment advisory services primarily to affluent individuals, families, and institutional clients. The firm follows a value-oriented investment philosophy and offers bespoke portfolio construction, including the use of derivatives and performance-based fee arrangements in select cases.

Joshua Kennon is a financial advisor at Kennon-Green & Co. with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at Kennon-Green & Company, LLC since 2015. Prior to that, he was involved with Kennon-Green Enterprises, LLC, Mount Olympus Awards, LLC, and About.com. Kennon-Green & Co. provides discretionary portfolio management and investment advisory services mainly to affluent individuals, families, and institutional clients. The firm employs a value-oriented investment philosophy with bespoke portfolios and utilizes strategies including derivatives and performance-based fee arrangements in select cases.

Andrew Phillips is a financial advisor with Phillips Wealth Management LLC in Pickerington, Ohio. He holds eight years of industry experience, including prior work at Mid Atlantic Capital Corporation. Phillips has been with Phillips Wealth Management since 2013. Phillips Wealth Management provides discretionary asset management and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, business entities, and qualified retirement plans. The firm employs both active and passive portfolio strategies tailored to client goals and risk tolerances, and it operates a firm-sponsored wrap fee program, which is uncommon for a firm of its size.

Michael Allman is an advisor at Patriot Asset Advisors, LLC with Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Patriot Asset Advisors, he worked at Discover Financial Services for six years and currently holds a supervisory role at Victoria's Secret. Patriot Asset Advisors provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth clients, utilizing value-oriented asset allocation models and a concentrated proprietary equity portfolio. The firm employs derivatives and option strategies in managed accounts and offers public educational seminars and workshops.

Joshua Dandurand is a financial advisor at Walden Financial with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at FSC Securities Corporation from 2013 to 2022 before founding Dandurand Financial Partners, LLC. Walden Financial provides investment management, financial planning, retirement consulting, and financial coaching to individual clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm combines Modern Portfolio Theory with passive and active strategies, incorporating both fundamental and technical analysis, and offers customizable portfolios including ESG criteria.

Jennie Fravel is a financial advisor at Phillips Wealth Management LLC in Pickerington, OH, holding a Series 65 designation with three years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Prolink Staffing, Tailored Management, Abercrombie & Fitch, Altard State, and Justice. Phillips Wealth Management LLC provides discretionary asset management and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, business entities, and qualified retirement plans. The firm employs both active and passive portfolio management strategies tailored to client goals and risk tolerances, and it offers a wrap fee program along with ERISA 3(21) advisory support for plan sponsors.

Jacob Mark is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at Kennon-Green & Co. with four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fidelity Investments and Hope College. Kennon-Green & Co. provides discretionary portfolio management and investment advisory services primarily to affluent individuals, families, and institutional clients. The firm employs a value-oriented investment philosophy and constructs customized portfolios using various approaches, including derivatives and bespoke mandates.

James Noxon is a Series 65 licensed financial advisor with The Retirement Specialist of Central Ohio. He has held prior roles at Aetna and operated Noxon Financial LLC, as well as experience running a window cleaning business and multiple self-employed ventures. The Retirement Specialist of Central Ohio serves individual and high-net-worth clients, self-employed individuals, and small business owners, providing discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and subscription services integrated with an online planning platform. The firm focuses on developing personalized investment policies using fundamental analysis tailored to client goals, time horizons, and risk tolerance.

Richard Stocker is a CFP® with 31 years of industry experience and currently serves as an advisor at Patriot Asset Advisors, LLC. He previously worked at Cetera and Summit Brokerage Services. In addition to his advisory role, he is the owner of Patriot Insurance Advisors, LLC, and serves as Treasurer for the Licking County Coalition. Patriot Asset Advisors provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth clients, using a value-oriented approach that includes strategic and tactical asset allocation models and a proprietary concentrated equity portfolio. The firm also offers public educational seminars and workshops for various organizations.

Mark Phillips is a financial advisor at Phillips Wealth Management LLC in Pickerington, OH, with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at his current firm since 2013, including its operation under different structures. Phillips also maintains an insurance agent practice alongside his advisory work. Phillips Wealth Management LLC provides discretionary asset management and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, business entities, and qualified retirement plans. The firm offers active and passive portfolio management, financial planning, ERISA 3(21) advisory support, and operates a wrap fee program, with portfolios managed according to client goals and reviewed regularly.

Benjamin Huff is a financial advisor at Huff Wealth Management LLC with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at his current firm since 2018, following roles at Heartland Bank and a brief period of unemployment. Huff Wealth Management LLC is a small, state-registered advisory firm serving individual and high-net-worth clients with fee-based portfolio management and wealth-planning services. The firm creates custom, risk-managed portfolios using a blend of equities, fixed income, mutual funds, and cash positions, employing both fundamental and technical analysis alongside quantitative evaluation metrics.

Aaron Steffan is a financial advisor with W&S Advisory Services, LLC, holding the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 22 years of industry experience, including roles at W&S Brokerage Services since 2013 and Western Southern Life since 2001, where he currently serves as a full-time sales manager. W&S Advisory Services, LLC serves parents and other custodians through a digital-first UGMA wrap-fee program delivered via Fabric’s platform and offers standalone comprehensive financial planning through Western & Southern Life agents. The firm employs a model portfolio approach with automated, non-discretionary allocations managed in partnership with Fort Washington Investment Advisors, focusing on custodial accounts with fixed fees rather than asset-based billing.

Tanya Rocchio is a financial advisor with John Hancock Personal Financial Services, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 24 years of industry experience. She previously worked for ICMA Retirement Corporation from 2005 to 2021 before joining John Hancock in 2021. John Hancock Personal Financial Services, LLC delivers financial planning and consultative services to individual clients, trusts, estates, non-profits, and business entities, serving both non‑high‑net‑worth and high‑net‑worth individuals. The firm uses a technology‑assisted model providing written financial plans and recommendations without specific securities naming, allowing clients discretion in implementation.

Brian McBride is a financial advisor at First Citizens Asset Management, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Huntington Investment Company and The Huntington National Bank. First Citizens Asset Management provides model-based sub-advisory and direct investment advisory services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, municipalities, and other institutions. The firm employs a global multi-asset class investment approach that combines fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis across various implementation frameworks.

Sheila Steury is a financial advisor with Lanark Financial, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Stifel since 2009, UBS Financial Services since 2007, and Mcdonald Investments Inc. since 1999. Lanark Financial provides investment management and advisory services to individuals, retirement plans, trusts, foundations, municipalities, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.78 billion in client assets through multiple advisor teams and utilizes a mix of discretionary and non-discretionary arrangements supported by various program-based accounts and affiliated investment management divisions.

Lawrence Miller is a financial advisor at Lanark Financial, Inc. with 56 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been affiliated with NBC Securities Inc. since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he owns an LLC that manages the office condominium housing his branch office. Lanark Financial provides investment management and advisory services to individuals, retirement plans, trusts, foundations, municipalities, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.78 billion in client assets across multiple advisor teams and offers a mix of discretionary and non-discretionary arrangements, utilizing third-party sub-advisers and various program-based accounts.

Wayne Farnsworth Jr. is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc., holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with ValMark Advisers since 1999 and also operates Wayne Farnsworth Financial Services, Inc. Additionally, he is a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain running a charter boat fishing business in Newark, Ohio. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 advisory representatives. The firm uses diversified, goal-based model portfolios with multi-asset allocation and offers proprietary platforms and third-party programs.