Christina Stein is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Westlake, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and manages a rental property in North Ridgeville, OH. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutions, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured tools and scenario modeling, offering advisory services without individual security recommendations as part of its standalone planning program.

Kevin Doss is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. since 2006. Doss serves as a board trustee for Ashland University. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals using a variety of portfolio management and platform solutions.

Jordan Buck is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he develops engagement strategies tailored to support each client's unique planning needs. He has been in this role since 2021. Prior to this, Jordan worked as a Participant Services Representative at Charles Schwab from 2018 to 2021. His professional experience centers on client engagement and financial planning strategies. Outside of his professional work, Jordan enjoys gardening, hiking, outdoor adventures, parenthood, and soccer.

Patricia Kelley is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Westlake, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 37 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2007. Patricia serves as a corporate roundtable member for the Corporate Sustainability Network at Cleveland State University and has acted as a trustee for the Sisters of the Humility of Mary charitable trust. UBS Financial Services provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients, offering fee-based financial planning, portfolio management, and access to mutual funds and alternative products. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, using proprietary research and model-based asset allocations tailored to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Scott Gehlbach is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, retirement income, portfolio management services, and planning for special needs, endowments, foundations, and non-profits. Scott works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their long-term goals and changing market conditions. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from The Ohio State University and maintains the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Scott emphasizes a client-focused approach supported by Merrill's extensive resources to help clients pursue their envisioned futures. A native of Northeast Ohio, Scott lives in Rocky River with his wife, two children, and their German shepherd. He enjoys spending time with family and friends and is a Cleveland sports fan. His personal interests include boating, camping, fishing, golfing, hiking, music, racquetball, and skiing. Scott also actively participates in community volunteering in line with Merrill’s tradition of community involvement.

Scott Bauchmoyer is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been in the financial services industry since 2004 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2019. Scott focuses on helping clients develop potential solutions and providing investment guidance for individuals, their families, and their businesses by understanding their short- and long-term financial objectives. With over 18 years of experience, Scott specializes in managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. He emphasizes a relationship-based approach, working closely with his clients to create customized plans that use the present to help secure their future based on their unique priorities. Scott holds the designations of CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Scott earned a bachelor's degree in Marketing from Miami University. He lives in Avon with his wife, Sadie, and their two children. Scott is active in his community and serves as the Secretary on the Board of Directors for Fedor Manor. He also dedicates time to volunteering with local organizations supporting seniors.

Amanda Penitz is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. She has worked at Raymond James since 2017 and previously spent over a decade with Morgan Stanley in various capacities. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets and serving a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions, drawing on multiple portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Chadwic Schmeltzer is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Westlake, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 1997 and with Charles Schwab Bank since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as treasurer for a local nonprofit supporting a school wrestling program. 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 and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management, strategic multi-asset model portfolios, and integrated custody and brokerage services.

Nathan Petersen is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2012. Petersen serves as Treasurer on the Board of Directors for the Bay Mens Club and is a Trustee for the Bay Rockets Association, both community organizations in Bay Village, Ohio. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendations and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Jean Raab is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 33 years of industry experience, currently with UBS Financial Services since 2011. Prior to UBS, Jean has been associated with Mcdonald Investments Inc. since 1996. Outside of advisory work, Jean serves on the advisory committee for St Mary Choice Food Pantry, providing guidance on organizational activities. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, combining proprietary research and model-based strategies to tailor portfolios. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a broad range of capital markets and advisory solutions.

Alexander Ruiz serves as a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he partners with clients to offer strategic, goal-based financial guidance aimed at building, protecting, and growing wealth with confidence and peace of mind. He focuses on a holistic approach to wealth management that connects all aspects of his clients' financial lives. With expertise in areas such as retirement planning, college education funding, legacy planning, liquidity management, and socially responsible investing, Alexander works closely with individuals, families, and businesses. He applies Merrill's goals-based wealth management methodology to translate complex financial concepts into clear and actionable strategies designed to preserve and grow wealth over time. Alexander holds a Bachelor's Degree from Case Western Reserve University and has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional duties, he values family, friendships, and maintaining a balanced life. His personal interests include baseball, cooking, football, music, and spending quality time with his family, which inform his emphasis on trust, consistency, and long-term relationships with his clients.

Eric Heilmann is a Series 66 licensed advisor with 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2001, following his tenure at Axa Advisors, Llc. He is also a partner in EPIK Wealth Holdings LLC. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients by providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm uses a range of advisory models and third-party asset managers to deliver customized investment solutions.

Karl Kniely is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he collaborates one-on-one with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at pursuing their long-term goals. He integrates insights from Merrill with banking and lending solutions from Bank of America to provide flexible wealth management approaches responsive to changing market conditions. Karl holds a Bachelor's Degree from Cleveland State University and has earned the professional designations of Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He also participates in community organizations through volunteer work, reflecting Merrill’s tradition of engagement in the communities it serves.

Helene D'andrea is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 20 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank affiliate since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analyses. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through both direct and corporate financial planning agreements.

Brian Sullivan is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets based in Westlake, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His previous roles include positions at UBS Financial Services Inc. and City National Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and manages a part-time rental property in Hilton Head Island, SC. RBC Wealth Management serves a diverse range of clients including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple wrap fee advisory programs and customizes investment strategies based on clients’ Advisory Risk Profiles, utilizing a combination of in-house and third-party managers along with various portfolio management options.

Samuel Martello is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 39 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 designation and has worked previously at UBS Financial Services from 2006 to 2020 and at City National Bank since 2020. Martello engages with the community as a guest speaker on finance for Physician Assistant students at Baldwin Wallace University and serves as Co-Chair of the Alzheimer's Association Cleveland Chapter's A Celebration of Hope annual event. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, provides investment advisory, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services to individual, institutional, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm employs tailored portfolio strategies and offers access to a range of in-house and third-party investment managers and specialized program structures.

Rachel Campana is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2026. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2022, progressing through roles including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, and Planning Consultant. Rachel's approach to financial planning emphasizes integrity and compassion, aiming to understand each client's unique story and provide support through various life stages. Her team focuses on delivering dependable leadership to help clients achieve clarity and confidence in their financial decisions. Outside of her professional role, Rachel enjoys cooking and baking, fitness, reading, and volunteering.

Adrienne Gaves is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Westlake, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services and Synergy Consulting Group before joining RBC Capital Markets in 2020. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services tailored to clients’ risk profiles, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Daniel Trotter is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Rocket Mortgage, Inc. for thirteen years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies through a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Michael Stamaton is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been contributing since 2026. He began his career at Fidelity Investments as a Financial Representative in 2023, progressed to a Relationship Manager in 2025, and took on his current role in 2026. His professional focus is on building relationships by listening to clients, understanding their priorities, and helping make financial decisions clear and manageable. Throughout his roles at Fidelity Investments, Michael has aimed to ensure that clients feel heard, supported, and confident in their financial planning. He combines his experience to guide clients effectively and provide ongoing support. Outside of his professional work, Michael has personal interests in comedy, golf, movies, and traveling.