Bruce Dipietro is a CFA® charterholder with 18 years of industry experience. He is currently with Concurrent Investment Advisors, LLC and has prior experience at firms including WealthSource Partners, Brookshire Wealth Management, and LPL Financial. He also serves as a director of Brookshire Wealth Management. Concurrent Investment Advisors, LLC is a multi-team SEC-registered advisory firm serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, estates, businesses, and retirement plans. The firm focuses on customized, primarily long-term portfolios utilizing ETFs, mutual funds, and other investment vehicles, supported by a network of approximately 286 advisors.

Rushik Bandodkar is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining ValMark Financial Group in 2025, he worked at Ken Ganley Chevrolet and Northwestern Mutual. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional clients. The firm focuses on diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation, utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers, supported by a network of investment advisory representatives.

Nicholas Sirohman is a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, OH, with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior work experience outside the financial sector, including roles at Uber Eats and Door Dash. 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 investment advisory representatives. The firm employs diversified, goal-based model portfolios primarily using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers a range of proprietary and third-party investment platforms and advisory services.

Kristen Carmichael is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, OH. She holds a Series 66 designation and has 23 years of industry experience. She has been with ValMark Advisers and Valmark Securities since 2013. 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 advisors. The firm employs diversified, goal-based model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers a range of proprietary and third-party investment programs.

Peter Augustin is a financial advisor at Dakota Wealth, LLC in Akron, OH, holding the CFP® designation with 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley, Robert W Baird & Co., Inc., and Springside Partners LLC. He has been with Dakota Wealth since 2019, including time at its affiliated entity, Dakorãé Wealth Management, LLC. Dakota Wealth Management provides investment advisory and wealth management services to individuals, trusts, retirement plans, and various institutional clients. The firm builds customized portfolios using diversified allocations across multiple asset classes and employs a research process combining fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis.

Judson Forner is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, with 20 years of industry experience. He has been with ValMark Advisers, Inc. and Valmark Securities, Inc. since 2012. 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 investment advisory representatives. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers a range of proprietary and third-party investment programs.

Frank Lessick is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at ValMark Advisers since 2011 and has been associated with Valmark Securities, Inc. since 2008. 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 investment advisory representatives. The firm utilizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios with a focus on multi-asset allocation implemented via mutual funds, ETFs, and approved third-party managers, and offers a range of proprietary and third-party investment platforms and services.

Shelby Morgan is a Series 63-licensed financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc., based in Akron, OH, and has 38 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with ValMark since 1997 and has held leadership roles at W3 Wealth Management, LLC and W3 Wealth Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, Morgan serves as a board member of the Boy Scouts of America, Great Trail Council. 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 advisors. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, supported by proprietary platforms and comprehensive due diligence.

Douglas Wilburn is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has been with ValMark and its affiliates since 2015, including a decade at ValMark Retirement Advisers. 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 emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios implemented mainly with mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, supported by proprietary platforms and a range of financial products.

Patrick Seaman is a financial advisor at AlphaStar Capital Management with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with AlphaStar since 2011. In addition to his advisory role, he assists veterans in obtaining financial benefits through a voluntary activity with Seaman Retirement Planning, which he has operated since 2003. AlphaStar Capital Management manages approximately $1.84 billion for a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, small businesses, and other investment advisers. The firm employs both predefined model portfolios and custom strategies, utilizing strategic asset allocation and quantitative analysis in its investment approach.

Laura Moss is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Sikich Capital Management, OneAscent Financial Services, and ROBERT W. BAIRD & Co. She serves on the investment committee of the In His Steps Foundation and volunteers as Treasurer for Norton Baptist Church. 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 representatives. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, supported by proprietary and third-party platforms and a range of advisory and sub-advisory services.

Autumn Azar is a financial advisor at Dakota Wealth, LLC with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at Dakota Wealth since 2020. Prior to her advisory role, she held positions at United Hardscapes and PNC Bank, and she was involved with Pawesome Costumes for several years. Dakota Wealth Management offers investment advisory and wealth management services to a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes customized portfolios with a long-term orientation, utilizing a variety of investment vehicles and combining multiple research approaches.

Ashley Maldonado is a financial advisor at Integrity Advisory Solutions with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at The Assurance Group's Ohio office since 2017. Outside of advising, she serves as an Agency Sales Director at The Assurance Group, where she assists clients with insurance and annuity product selection and leads other agents. Integrity Advisory Solutions serves individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and other business clients through a network of approximately 100 independent advisors, managing around $1.1 billion in assets. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and model portfolio programs, utilizing a variety of investment strategies and third-party platforms.

Benjamin Coughenour is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Valmark Securities, Valmark Financial Group, Swenson's Drive-In Restaurants, USF Holland, and The University of Akron. 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 offers diversified, goal-based portfolios primarily using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and supports its advisors with due diligence, back-office services, and a range of fee-based planning and consulting options.

Michael Bajc is a financial advisor at OneAscent Financial Services LLC with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at OneAscent since 2017. His prior experience includes roles at Aerotek and Beacon Wealth Consultants, as well as academic work at the University of Akron. OneAscent Financial Services is a multi-team registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, trusts, broker/dealers’ customers, and other institutions. The firm offers asset management, financial planning, and consulting services through multiple advisory teams, employing customized asset allocation and a range of model-based and managed account platforms.

Samuel Galloway is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Valmark Financial Group since 2018, following prior roles at New Engen and Fisher Investments. He is currently based in Akron, Ohio. Valmark Advisers, Inc. provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional clients. The firm uses diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation strategies, implementing solutions primarily through mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers.

Tyler Denholm is a CFA® charterholder with 17 years of industry experience. He has been with ValMark Advisers, Inc. since 2015 and has worked at Valmark Securities, Inc. since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member for Cornerstone Community School in Tallmadge, OH, contributing to policy and future planning. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of approximately 280 investment advisory representatives. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios primarily implemented with mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, supported by proprietary platforms and a range of fee-based planning and consulting services.

Scott Heather is a financial advisor with Royal Fund Management, LLC in Canton, Ohio, holding a Series 65 credential and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Royal Fund Management since 2013 and has operated Shaker Business Services as a tax preparer since 2006. Outside of advising, he is also licensed as an insurance agent and is involved in tax preparation services. Royal Fund Management serves individuals, corporations, pension and profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations by providing portfolio management, financial planning, and pension consulting. The firm uses a range of analytical approaches to implement investment strategies tailored to client risk tolerances and offers specialized services including access to select non-traded REITs and options-writing overlays.

James Seaman is a financial advisor at AlphaStar Capital Management with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at AlphaStar since 2011. Additionally, he operates Seaman Retirement Planning, an independent insurance sales and products business. AlphaStar Capital Management manages approximately $1.84 billion for a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, estates, small businesses, and pension plans. The firm employs a combination of strategic asset allocation and quantitative tactical approaches, offering both model and custom portfolio strategies along with subadvisory and platform services.

James Conley is a financial advisor at Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. Prior to joining Stratos in 2023, he worked at MWA Financial Services Inc and Modern Woodmen of America, and he spent seven years with Rootstown Local Schools. He is also involved in insurance sales and service as an agent for fixed term and whole life insurance. Stratos Wealth Advisors is a multi-team SEC-registered firm with approximately 71 advisors managing about $5.57 billion in assets for nearly 5,000 clients. The firm serves individuals, trusts, retirement plans, and institutional accounts, offering financial planning, portfolio management, third-party manager programs, OCIO solutions, and insurance consulting through a network of independent advisory representatives.