David Mestemaker is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2022, following an eight-year tenure at TD Ameritrade Investment Management and ten years at TD Ameritrade, Inc. He is based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions combined with brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services. The firm’s large scale and integrated operational structure provide clients access to multi-asset model portfolios, alternative investment due diligence, and centrally managed client support.

Theophanis Pericleous is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Springboro, Ohio, holding a Series 63 designation and 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in capital investment and owns a restaurant in Dayton, Ohio. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services for clients typically with at least $1 million in investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. As a large institutional firm, Ameriprise also provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Anthony Gentry is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 1995. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations to deliver a comprehensive range of advisory and brokerage services.

Steven Ball is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Osaic in 2017, he worked at Sterne Agee Investment Advisor Services, Sterne Agee Financial Services, and Wrp Investments. He is also co-president of ABS Financial Group, Inc., which provides financial services including life and disability insurance. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base that includes individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools, risk assessments, and managed accounts across multiple investment platforms.

Seth Boehmer is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and less than one year of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at UBS Financial Services, TransAmerica, and Bank of America, among others. Outside of finance, Boehmer has been involved with Skeleton Sports. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, providing model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

James Mayeux is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 certifications and has worked previously at Morgan Stanley and Citigroup Global Markets. Mayeux has been with UBS since 2013. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, delivering advisory work supported by proprietary research and model-based asset allocations.

Beth Kiernan is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Liberty Township, OH, and has 23 years of industry experience. She has worked at Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2000. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, offering tailored Recommendation Reports that incorporate income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm employs a centralized consulting team and combines research, modeling, and tax analysis in its approach, with an emphasis on Ameriprise-managed accounts and affiliated investment products.

Derek Vance is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with UBS since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates Vance's Gaited Acres, a horse boarding business. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, supported by proprietary research and a broad platform of capital markets products.

Leonard Neeley is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at firms including Empower Financial Services, TD Ameritrade, Fidelity, Merrill, and Bank of America. Based in Cincinnati, OH, he has been with Charles Schwab since 2022. Charles Schwab serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a multi-asset investment approach supported by centralized operational and supervisory resources.

Luke Williamson is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Dayton, Ohio. He holds a Series 66 credential and has three years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at various divisions of Raymond James and has experience in client service and investment management through his independent contracting with Williamson Wealth Advisors. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a wide range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses risk profiling and analytical tools to tailor recommendations and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Adam Pfaff is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Beavercreek Township, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and over 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in Lowe & Pfaff Associates LLC, which manages Ameriprise business expenses. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm that offers retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary retirement income recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Cledis Beard is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Centerville, OH, holding 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 1997 and Primerica Financial Services since 1996. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in sales of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, which provides model-delivery strategies and limited separately managed account options primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure for its services.

Jeffrey Layne is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Cincinnati, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked with Charles Schwab since 2002 and was involved with Aerials Athletics LLC for 15 years. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services, combining non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and a formal alternative-investment placement process.

Eric Saddler is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in retirement planning, wealth management, and legacy planning, with additional focus areas including college education planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, tax minimization, and retirement income. Eric employs a holistic planning approach, engaging clients with thorough questioning to identify optimal financial strategies tailored to their individual needs. With nearly 30 years of experience, Eric's mission is to provide clear, personalized financial advice that fosters confidence and security in retirement. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Miami University and is recognized as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional role, Eric enjoys cooking, football, golfing, and spending time with his family.

Richard Burkes is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Centerville, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has worked with Primerica Advisors since 2018 and previously held roles at Stratos Wealth Partners and LPL Financial. Outside of advisory services, he is involved in sales of loan products and home-related services referrals through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, providing model-delivery strategies and a limited number of separately managed accounts for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and employs a tiered wrap fee structure, with trading and custody services facilitated by BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing.

Carson Cook is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Centerville, Ohio. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, he worked for LexisNexis for five years. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves a broad client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services, utilizing a range of portfolio management styles supported by in-house research and affiliated sub-advisers.

Daniel Clark is a CFP® professional with seven years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Charles Schwab in Cincinnati, OH. His prior experience includes roles at Fidelity Investments and Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering non-discretionary advisory services alongside access to discretionary separately managed accounts and multi-asset model portfolios. The firm is notable for its scale, integrated operational structure, and combination of advisory and brokerage services.

Christopher Wysong is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as treasurer for several local organizations, including the Library Levy Campaign, Heart of Centerville and Washington Township, and the Centerville-Washington Foundation, and participates on the Washington Centerville Public Library Financial Advisory Committee. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeted to individuals nearing or in retirement, typically with at least $1 million in investable assets. The firm combines research and modeling with tax-efficient strategies to create personalized, non-discretionary recommendations delivered in partnership with clients’ financial advisors.

Darrin Bollenbacher is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Morgan Stanley and LCNB National Bank. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and institutional platforms, supported by extensive resources and a large network of advisors.

Paul Robbins is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked with various Fidelity entities since 2010. His current role at Fidelity Investments began in 2025 following seven years at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors as well as registered investment companies. The firm employs a systematic investment process incorporating fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and is noted for its advisory roles to multiple registered investment companies and use of advanced technologies in its strategies.