Ashley Ivons is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She assesses the financial needs of individuals and their families to help them make decisions aligned with their short and long term goals. Ashley serves as the main contact for performance forecasting tools that assist with income planning in retirement and potential long-term care costs. Ashley holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus in Corporate Finance from The University of Akron and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Her expertise includes family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and values-based investing, women and wealth, and tax minimization. In addition to her professional work, Ashley is involved with community organizations such as Keep Akron Beautiful and The Autism Society of Greater Akron. Outside of work, she enjoys boating, camping, cooking, golfing, hiking, music, spending time with her family, volleyball, and yoga.

Adam Yekin is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Canton, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2017, following four years at Edward Jones. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, known for its Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on reliable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Samantha Heisley is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Massillon, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked for eight years in the automotive sector with Waikem Auto and Diehl Auto. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions through a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Christine Sanor is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Navarre, Ohio, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 32 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James since 2007 and leads the Sanor Wealth Group, a financial advisory practice established in 2018. Outside of her advisory work, she is the owner of Poh, a support company. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and supports municipal and public-finance work, as well as specialized advisory programs.

Douglas Baltzer is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2005 and holds a Series 63 designation. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates DBALTZER LLC, a limited liability company based in Navarre, OH. Edward Jones is a wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of investment advisory programs and fiduciary services. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and supports its clients through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Derek Dalton is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on helping individuals and business owners translate financial complexities into clear, actionable strategies. Derek's approach emphasizes trust, transparency, and delivering consistent results to his clients. His expertise includes college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, and retirement income. Derek works closely with clients to develop personalized plans that address their unique goals, such as funding education, securing retirement lifestyles, and creating generational impact. Derek holds a Bachelor's Degree from Kent State University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional work, he enjoys activities such as baseball, basketball, football, golfing, music, spending time with family, traveling, and watching movies.

Cassandra Waitkunas is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Canton, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 17 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, and Morgan Stanley entities since 2014. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services that utilize structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools to support clients’ investment and estate planning needs.

Aaron Crewse is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of CJL Real Estate LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional entities. The firm emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by analytical tools and offers a range of advisory programs and specialized services such as municipal advisory and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Romero Llamas is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Canton, OH, holding 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research and modeling with a centralized consulting team to deliver personalized, non-discretionary retirement advice.

Jonathan Zepp is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in North Canton, Ohio, holding a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2018 and also manages his own consulting business, Zepp Consulting. Outside of his advisory role, Zepp owns two local businesses, DubTag LLC and Zepps Pizza Inc., and serves on the board of the North Canton Community Improvement Corporation. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing tailored recommendations that integrate research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies. The firm combines advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its broad institutional platform.

Lydia Kerr is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 23 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Raymond James Financial Services, Morgan Stanley, and Citigroup Global Markets. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework. The firm delivers services on a non-discretionary basis through a select group of Wealth Advisors.

Cheryl Steiner is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 18 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Cetera and PNC Investments. She serves as treasurer for the Wayne County Committee for Crippled Children & Adults. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives, offering a range of advisory programs and financial planning services.

Bradley Smith is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Edward Jones for three years. Smith serves as a member of the finance and investment committee for Canton First Friends Church. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored non-discretionary planning using risk profiling and modeling tools and supports a broad network of advisors and affiliated firms.

Jesse Blankenship is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Canton, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Matthew Draper is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management who has been working with clients since 1998. He joined Merrill’s Canton, Ohio office and brings 24 years of experience helping clients streamline and plan their financial futures. Matthew holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ designation and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. His client focus includes college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and tax minimization. He holds a bachelor's degree from The Ohio State University. Committed to community involvement, Matthew participates in activities with LifeShare Community Blood Services, including plasma donations.

Ryan Keefer is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., PNC Investments, and PNC Bank, N.A. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Luke Maurer is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 14 years of industry experience, including prior work at H.Beck, Inc. and operating as an independent insurance agent through his own firm. He maintains ongoing business activities as an independent insurance agent. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and estates, offering services such as financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory. The firm provides multiple portfolio management solutions across various custody platforms, combining proprietary and third-party strategies tailored to client objectives.

Michael Flory is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on assisting retirees and pre-retirees manage the complexities of today's financial landscape, providing clients with a comprehensive range of financial solutions. His practice emphasizes client relationships, treating clients like family and striving to deliver exceptional service through a combination of investment and planning insights, lending, and daily cash management. Michael holds a Bachelor's Degree from Kent State University and has earned several professional designations, including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). His expertise encompasses education planning, family wealth management strategies, retirement planning, philanthropic planning, and socially responsible investing. Beyond his professional work, Michael is involved with the YMCA as a board member and supports Akron Children's Hospital. He has personal interests in basketball, cooking, golfing, hiking, music, spending time with family, traveling, and watching movies.

Keith Stults is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Edward Jones in Canton, OH, where he has worked since 1999. He has 26 years of industry experience. Outside of his advisory role, he is the sole shareholder of KM Stults, Inc., a company that owns a parcel of land leased to a manufacturer. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Christine Stutzman is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Canton, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2019 and previously was associated with USA Financial and Covenant Financial Advisors. Outside of her advisory role, she sells jewelry through a direct home sales business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with a financial planning process that uses structured discovery and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.