Sergio Diaz is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Schwab Wealth Advisory with 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2008 and joined Schwab Wealth Advisory in 2025. Outside of his advisory role, Diaz is a sole proprietor involved in the resale of sporting event tickets. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice to clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program. The firm uses standardized asset allocation models and Schwab research tools to offer investment recommendations while leaving final trading decisions to clients.

Gavin Reaser is a financial advisor at OSAIC Institutions, INC. with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Portage Community Bank and Infinex Investments, Inc. since 2021. Prior to that, he was employed at Tarkett and UH Portage Medical Center. OSAIC Institutions serves individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans, providing a range of advisory and brokerage services through customized engagements. The firm’s notable features include a predominance of non-discretionary assets and a dual broker-dealer/adviser status, supporting both advisory and brokerage solutions.

John Marchand is a CFP® with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving at Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C. in Akron, OH. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing. He holds a director position in private client services at Sequoia Financial Group. Sequoia Financial Advisors, LLC provides wealth planning, investment management, and retirement-plan and business-consulting services to a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, trusts, and family offices. The firm employs a combination of in-house model portfolios, custom accounts, and third-party manager selection, supported by an Investment Policy Committee and extensive research resources.

Thomas Haught is a financial advisor at Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C. in Akron, OH, holding the CFP® and ChFC® designations with 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Sequoia Financial Advisors, LLC since 2002 and with Sequoia Financial Group, LLC since 1990. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on several boards including Buckeye Corrugated, Garrett Foundation, and Fidelity National, among others. Sequoia Financial Advisors, LLC provides wealth planning, investment management, and retirement-plan and business-consulting services to a diverse client base including individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, trusts, and family offices. The firm utilizes a combination of in-house model portfolios, custom accounts, and third-party manager selection, supported by an Investment Policy Committee and comprehensive research resources.

Deborah Anzelc is a CFP® with 18 years of experience, currently serving as an advisor at Independent Financial Group, LLC. She is also the owner of Anzelc & Associates, Inc., a CPA practice specializing in tax preparation and consulting, and holds a role as a board member at the Zanes Foundation, Inc. Additionally, she is involved in managing a local coffee house business, All 4 One Inc. LLC dba Peninsula Coffee House and Market. Independent Financial Group, LLC is a dual-registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides brokerage, portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan services to a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, charities, corporations, and plan sponsors.

Adam Kenley is a financial advisor with PNC Wealth Management in Akron, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 21 years of industry experience. He has been with PNC Wealth Management since 2012. PNC Wealth Management offers retail brokerage and advisory services through model-based programs, including an online discretionary model account currently available as an invitation-only pilot for employees, which uses algorithm-driven risk assessments to select approved investment strategies implemented with mutual funds and ETFs.

Samuel Ramirez is a financial advisor at Fifth Third Securities, Inc. with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Fifth Third Securities and Fifth Third Bank since 2019. Prior to that, he was with Huntington Investment Company starting in 2014. Outside of his advisory role, Ramirez is involved in music performance and composition through his business, Samuel Ramirez Music. Fifth Third Securities, Inc. provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, charitable organizations, corporate clients, and institutional investors. The firm offers multiple discretionary managed-account programs through its Passageway Managed Account Platform, combining third-party portfolio managers, strategist portfolios, and advisor-managed sleeves, with features such as direct indexing and tax-overlay services.

Heather Welsh is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving as Vice President of Wealth Planning at Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C. in Akron, OH. She has been with Sequoia Financial Group since 2014. Sequoia Financial Advisors, LLC provides wealth planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and related consulting services to a diverse client base including individuals, family offices, corporations, charitable organizations, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm utilizes a combination of model and custom portfolio management strategies overseen by an Investment Policy Committee and offers access to various investment vehicles and third-party managers.

Maxwell Cole is a financial advisor at Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C. with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has prior experience at RKL LLP and Rischitelli & Poulos, LLC, as well as roles in higher education and secondary education. Sequoia Financial Advisors, LLC provides wealth planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, family offices, corporations, charitable organizations, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm combines model portfolios and custom solutions using a range of investment vehicles, supported by fundamental, technical, and cyclical research, along with regular due diligence and quarterly portfolio reviews.

Douglas Wells is a financial advisor with CWM, LLC in Akron, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 43 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Trecaso Financial Group, Cabot Lodge Securities, and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. He serves on the finance committees of Holy Family Catholic Church and Hope Ignites Northeastern Ohio and is a board member for the Walsh Jesuit High School Endowment. CWM, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, high-net-worth families, foundations, endowments, corporations, and institutional clients through a network of over 600 advisors. The firm manages portfolios on a discretionary basis using model portfolios governed by an in-house Investment Committee and combines fundamental and technical analysis with third-party sub-advisors and customization tools.

Bryan Hummel is a financial advisor at PlanMember Securities Corporation with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at PlanMember since 2012. Bryan also operates a separate business, PC Solutions, providing computer repair and software services. PlanMember Securities Corporation offers retirement-plan advisory services to employers and participants, acting as an ERISA Section 3(38) fiduciary for many plans. The firm employs a strategic asset allocation approach and manages risk-based mutual fund portfolios, providing education and support services including seminars and personalized retirement planning.

Brian Grossman is a financial advisor with Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C. in Akron, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Huntington Investment Company, LPL Financial, and Firstmerit Private Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner in Roads Farm LLC, an operating soybean and corn farm in Southern Ohio. Sequoia Financial Advisors, LLC provides wealth planning, investment management, and retirement-plan and business-consulting services to a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, and family offices. The firm utilizes a combination of in-house model portfolios, custom accounts, and third-party manager selection overseen by an Investment Policy Committee.

Nicholas Solitario is a financial advisor with Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Hornor, Townsend & Kent since 2010 and also works with Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company. Outside of his advisory role, Solitario provides educational seminars focused on public pension systems and individual retirement consultations. Hornor, Townsend & Kent serves individuals, trusts, businesses, charitable organizations, and retirement plans, offering advisory services primarily through third-party asset manager platforms and a client-directed, non-discretionary investment approach.

Emily Sipes is a CFP® and Series 66 licensed advisor with six years of industry experience. She is currently with Mercer Global Advisors Inc. and has previously worked at Valmark Financial Group and Chipotle Mexican Grill. Mercer Global Advisors serves individuals, families, small business owners, plan sponsors, foundations, non-profits, and endowments, providing investment advisory services alongside financial, tax, retirement, estate planning, and family office services. The firm’s investment approach is based on Modern Portfolio Theory, using globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios implemented through a range of investment vehicles including low-cost ETFs and index funds, separate account managers, and private funds.

Jonathan Mitchen is a financial advisor with Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company, Citizens Securities Inc., and Northwestern Mutual. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a vice president on the board of the Kaderly Foundation and coaches high school football. Hornor, Townsend & Kent serves individuals, trusts, businesses, charitable organizations, and retirement plans, offering advisory services primarily through third-party asset manager platforms and emphasizing client-directed implementation and oversight. The firm manages the majority of client assets on a non-discretionary basis and provides services including financial planning, consulting, and retirement plan fiduciary support.

Amanda Blankenship is a CFP® and Series 65 licensed advisor with eight years of industry experience. She currently serves as a Senior Director and Wealth Advisor at Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C. in Akron, Ohio. Sequoia Financial Advisors, LLC provides wealth planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and related consulting services to a diverse client base, including individuals, family offices, corporations, charitable organizations, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm employs a combination of model and custom portfolios, utilizing a range of investment vehicles and an Investment Policy Committee to support its research-driven approach.

Albert Yambor is a CFP® professional with 14 years of industry experience. He is currently with Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C., where he has worked in various capacities since 2019. Prior to joining Sequoia, he was with PNC Investments and PNC Bank for five years. Sequoia Financial Advisors, LLC provides wealth planning, investment management, and retirement-plan and business-consulting services to a diverse client base including individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, trusts, and family offices. The firm utilizes a combination of in-house model portfolios, custom accounts, and third-party manager selection, supported by an Investment Policy Committee and extensive research resources.

Garret Ferrara is a financial advisor at Janney Montgomery Scott with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 16 years before joining Janney Montgomery Scott in 2025. Janney Montgomery Scott is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $110 billion in client assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, families, trusts, corporate and retirement plans, charities, and municipal clients, offering brokerage services, financial planning, and advisory programs through a combination of in-house and third-party portfolio management.

Jeffrey Daniels is a financial advisor at Stratos Wealth Partners, Ltd with 22 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation as well as Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has been with Stratos Wealth Partners since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in life, annuities, and long-term care insurance sales. Stratos Wealth Partners provides advisory services to a diverse client base including individual investors, trusts, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers an open-architecture Strategic Wealth Management platform that supports both advisor-managed and model-based portfolios, emphasizing active monitoring and asset allocation across multiple custodians.

Nathan Marcus is a CFP® and Series 65-registered financial advisor with three years of industry experience. He currently works at Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C. in Akron, OH. Prior to joining Sequoia, he spent two years at Robert W Baird. Sequoia Financial Advisors, LLC provides wealth planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and related consulting services to a diverse client base including individuals, family offices, corporations, charitable organizations, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm employs a combination of model and custom portfolio management strategies, utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, individual securities, private and alternative investments, and independent third-party managers.