Stacey Zahoranski is a Series 66-credentialed advisor with 19 years of industry experience. She has been with OneAscent Financial Services LLC since 2017 and previously worked at Beacon Wealth Consultants, Inc. from 2013 to 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member of Athena Akron and is a trustee for her parents' trust. OneAscent Financial Services LLC is a multi-team registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, trusts, broker/dealers’ customers, and institutions. The firm offers customized asset management, financial planning, and consulting services, utilizing a variety of investment platforms including model-based and Unified Managed Account solutions.

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.

Sean Houston is a financial advisor at Concurrent Investment Advisors, LLC with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC and 1858 Wealth Management, where he is also a partner. Concurrent Investment Advisors provides wealth management, investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, families, trusts, estates, businesses, and retirement plans. The firm employs a long-term investment approach with customized portfolios and serves over 10,000 clients through a network of approximately 161 advisors.

Jordan Howd is a CFP® professional with 16 years of experience in financial planning and wealth management. He currently works at ValMark Advisers, Inc. and ValMark Securities, Inc., having joined in 2023. Prior to this, he spent over a decade at Applied Financial Concepts, where he also holds a role as Director of Planning. 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 using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, with a range of proprietary and third-party platforms and unique relationships involving insurance and ETF products.

Michael Amoia is a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license. Prior to joining ValMark Financial Group in 2022, he worked at Truist Bank for 17 years. 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 offers diversified, goal-based model portfolios primarily using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, with a focus on multi-asset allocation and ongoing portfolio monitoring.

Caleb Callahan is a CFP® with 21 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. since 2007. He has held roles at Valmark Securities, Inc. since 2005. Caleb is a volunteer board member and treasurer for Chapel Wadsworth, a nonprofit organization. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional entities. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation, using proprietary and third-party platforms to deliver tailored advisory solutions.

Eric Coffman is a CFP® with 32 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is affiliated with ValMark Advisers, Inc., where he has worked for 22 years, and also has roles at ValMark Securities, Inc. and Wealth Impact Partners. Outside of his advisory work, Coffman serves on the board and finance committee of the charitable organization Urban Vision. 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 primarily using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers comprehensive support including due diligence, fee-based planning, and sub-advisory services.

Zachary Hurst is a CFP® with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving at ValMark Advisers, Inc. since 2015. He has also been affiliated with the University of Akron since 2011. 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 utilizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios with a focus on multi-asset allocation implemented via mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers a range of proprietary and third-party investment programs.

Paul Bernier is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at RFG Advisory, LLC with 20 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Equitable Advisors and Axa Advisors. Bernier serves as a board member of the Green Schools Foundation in Green, Ohio. RFG Advisory is a multi-team registered investment adviser with approximately 178 advisors managing around $8 billion for over 17,000 clients. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to both proprietary and third-party investment strategies, serving a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth households, trusts, and institutional accounts.

Andrew Lamb is a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation with 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory work, Lamb serves as chairman and volunteer for pediatric palliative care organizations, including the Akron Children's Hospital Pediatric Palliative Care Center and the Victory Gallop nonprofit. 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 primarily using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers proprietary platforms such as ACCESS and ACCESS Direct.

Teddy Milbrandt is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2026. His prior work history includes roles at Avery Dennison, the Army National Guard, and New York Life Insurance Company. Outside of finance, he has experience working with DoorDash. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional clients. The firm utilizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation strategies, offering solutions through proprietary platforms, sub-advisory relationships, and third-party manager programs.

Robert Knotts is a financial advisor with Integrity Advisory Solutions, holding a Series 65 credential and nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining Integrity Advisory Solutions in 2025, he worked at AlphaStar Capital Management, LLC and Regal Investment Advisors, LLC. He also serves as Regional Vice President at The Assurance Group, where he manages an office of insurance agents and sells fixed life insurance, annuities, Medicare, indemnity, and STC plans. Integrity Advisory Solutions serves a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporate retirement plans. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and sub-advisory services through a network model of investment adviser representatives using both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Patrick Hahn is a CFP® with 14 years of industry experience and is currently with Dakota Wealth, LLC. He has previously worked at Springside Partners LLC, Cetera ADVISORS LLC, and SS&G Wealth Management. Hahn serves on the Board of Trustees and Finance Committee for the Medina County Society for the Protection of Animals, where he analyzes and reports on the organization’s investment portfolio. Dakota Wealth Management provides investment advisory and wealth management services to individuals, trusts, retirement plans, foundations, charitable organizations, and business enterprises. The firm constructs customized portfolios using diversified allocations including mutual funds, ETFs, equities, fixed income, and other instruments, employing a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical research while offering access to affiliated tax preparation services.

Richard Geiger is a financial advisor at Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC with 29 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Prior to joining Stratos Wealth Advisors in 2026, he worked for Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC from 2016 to 2026. Stratos Wealth Advisors serves individuals, trusts, retirement plans, not-for-profits, corporations, and institutional clients by providing financial planning and portfolio management through various platforms, including advisor-managed programs and third-party investment adviser solutions. The firm’s integrated relationship with SEI-affiliated businesses offers access to specialized investment management, custody, and cash management services.

Gregory Mcdermott is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 40 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at ValMark Securities, Inc. and Minnesota Mutual Life Insurance Company. He is also principal of GAMcDermott, LLC, providing consulting services and life insurance sales. ValMark Advisers offers 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 primarily implemented through mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers, with oversight by an investment committee.

Cathy Jacobs is a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. with 30 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and has been with ValMark Advisers and Valmark Securities since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she is the president and owner of Hydro-Lawn Landscaping & Design, Inc., and serves as treasurer for New Beginnings of Akron, a nonprofit focused on mentoring and workforce development for underserved youth. 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 utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers fee-based planning and sub-advisory services.

John Francis is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, Ohio, holding 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Valmark Securities, Inc. since 2013. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and operates a livestock farm where he raises cattle and sheep. 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, and supports its advisors with due diligence, back-office services, and a range of investment platforms.