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 a Series 65 designation and no prior industry experience. She has worked at The Assurance Group as an Agency Sales Director focusing on fixed insurance and annuity products since 2017. Prior to her financial services career, she worked at The Olive Garden for 15 years. Integrity Advisory Solutions serves a diverse clientele including individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporate retirement plans through a network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement consulting services, utilizing third-party platforms and sub-advisers to construct and manage individualized or model portfolios.

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 with Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC in Canton, Ohio, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and having four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Stratos in 2023, he worked at MWA Financial Services Inc and Modern Woodmen of America, and 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 serves a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, retirement plans, not-for-profits, corporations, and institutional clients, offering financial planning and portfolio management through various advisor-managed programs and third-party platforms. The firm’s integration with SEI-affiliated businesses provides access to specialized investment management and custody services.

Daniel Berzinskas is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at ValMark Securities, The Huntington Investment Company, Citizens Bank, JPMorgan Chase Bank, and other financial firms. 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 model portfolios primarily composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, with a range of proprietary and third-party platforms supporting its services.

Michael Mcclary is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and over 21 years of industry experience. He has been with ValMark Advisers since 2004 and Valmark Securities since 2003. Mcclary serves on the board of advisors for M7 and is active in nonprofit roles, including Treasurer and board member of The GO Network, a 501(c)(3) organization supporting the planting of new Christian churches, and as a member of the Investment Committee for the Trailhead Community Health Foundation. 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 portfolios implemented primarily with mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers proprietary programs including the ACCESS wrap platform and managed account solutions.

Richard Nester is a financial advisor with Royal Fund Management, LLC, holding a Series 63 designation and over 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Royal Fund Management since 2016 and has operated as a self-employed advisor and under Ayers Financial Partners since 1986. In addition to his advisory work, he is involved in insurance sales and services as a licensed insurance agent. Royal Fund Management serves individual investors, corporations, and retirement plans by providing portfolio management, financial planning, pension consulting, and 401(k)/defined contribution advice. The firm constructs tailored portfolios using various analytical methods and strategies, ranging from conservative allocations to options writing, and offers both discretionary and held-away account services.

Michael Janosko is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He has worked at ValMark Advisers and ValMark Financial Group since 2018 and previously held positions at Merrill and Bank of America. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional entities. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation, implemented primarily through mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers.

Robert Nicholas is a financial advisor at Pinnacle Investments, LLC with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Pinnacle Investments since 2019 and Essex Securities LLC since 2005. In addition to his advisory work, he owns and operates Robert L. Nicholas Insurance Agency, which provides general insurance services including property, casualty, and bonds. Pinnacle Investments is a multi-team SEC-registered investment adviser with approximately $1.06 billion in assets under management and about 50 advisors. The firm serves nearly 2,000 clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and institutions, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and advisory consultations through both internal and third-party managers.

Stacey Zahoranski is a financial advisor with OneAscent Financial Services LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. She has worked with OneAscent since 2017 and previously with Beacon Wealth Consultants, Inc. from 2013 to 2017. Zahoranski serves as a board member of Athena Akron and is a trustee for a family trust. OneAscent Financial Services LLC is a multi-team registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, trusts, broker/dealer customers, and institutions. The firm offers customized asset management, financial planning, and consulting services, utilizing both advisor-managed and model-based investment solutions along with tax-overlay options and outsourced CIO and CCO services.

Joseph Hassen is a financial advisor at LexAurum Advisors in Canton, Ohio, with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 license and has worked previously at Nationwide Securities LLC and Nationwide Financial. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as President of the Rotary Club of Plain Township and as Vice President of the North Canton Little League. LexAurum Advisors provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services to individuals, families, businesses, and institutional clients. The firm employs a multi-advisor team approach, managing approximately $1.27 billion with a focus on diversified portfolios aligned with modern portfolio theory and utilizing model allocations primarily implemented through low-cost ETFs.

William Tropp is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has recently entered the industry, beginning his advisory career in 2024. Prior to joining ValMark, he held roles at Demming Financial Services Corporation and has experience in education and community organizations, including positions at Baldwin Wallace University and Canterbury Golf Club. ValMark Advisers serves individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 investment advisory representatives. The firm offers diversified, goal-based investment management and retirement plan advisory services using multi-asset model portfolios primarily composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and approved third-party managers.

Steven Fleck is a financial advisor with Packerland Brokerage Services, Inc. in Akron, Ohio. He holds the Series 66 designation and has 29 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Packerland in 2014, he has been involved in insurance-related sales through his own business, Fleck Financial, focusing on life, health, fixed and indexed annuities, long-term care, and disability insurance. Packerland Brokerage Services, Inc. serves individuals, charities, corporations, and retirement plan sponsors with financial planning, portfolio management, and advisory program access. The firm combines individualized financial planning with discretionary and non-discretionary account management and offers a range of investment solutions through both brokerage and advisory platforms.

Lynn Goebel is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, Ohio, holding a Series 63 designation and 21 years of industry experience. She has been with ValMark Advisers and affiliated entities since 2005. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional entities. The firm focuses on diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation, utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers, with ongoing monitoring and rebalancing overseen by its investment committee.

Armando Consolacion is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. He holds the Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Before joining ValMark in 2023, Armando worked in various roles including positions at Cafe Arnone, Real Senior Management, Discount Drug Mart, and spent thirteen years in education. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional clients. The firm’s investment approach focuses on diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation, utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers, with ongoing oversight and rebalancing by investment advisory representatives.