Eric Freeman is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Columbus, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations with 17 years of industry experience. His prior roles include a long tenure at Morgan Stanley and a brief period at Target. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary program supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Geoffrey Strohn is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, including prior roles at JP Morgan Chase Bank and Chase Investment Services Corp, as well as Edward Jones. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. The firm offers non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a manager solutions team.

Mark Wakeland is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including The Huntington Investment Company, Wesbanco Securities, PNC Investments, JP Morgan, Merrill, and Morgan Stanley. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. It offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing annual retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Jamila Hassan is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, with a brief tenure at Galinsom LLC from 2021 to 2022. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm employs a centralized due diligence process combining quantitative and qualitative research and offers broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Cody La Neve is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with successful individuals and families to provide comprehensive financial advice that addresses the complexities associated with wealth management. His approach involves helping clients define their goals and selecting portfolio strategies designed to achieve those objectives, while adapting plans as clients' situations change. Cody's expertise spans family wealth management strategies, portfolio management services, tax minimization, retirement planning, and estate considerations. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from The Ohio State University. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Cody enjoys activities such as baseball, bowling, chess, cooking, fishing, golfing, hiking, pickleball, woodworking, and spending time with his family.

Lauren Bodziony is a financial advisor with Merrill in Columbus, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2016 and has been with Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2022. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies developed by internal and third-party managers for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Nathan Dornoff is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His prior work includes roles at Amazon, Clean Harbors, and the University of Cincinnati. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Sarah Kahaian is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has prior work experience at Battelle Memorial Institute and St Mary Catholic Church. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering holistic, goal-based analyses and written recommendations on a broad range of financial topics. The firm combines planning with managed-account programs through a consolidated billing option, while maintaining planning and portfolio management as separate services.

Laurel Hostetler is a financial advisor with Edelman Financial Engines, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 18 years of industry experience. She has been with the firm and its predecessor entities since 2015, including Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. since 2018. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm uses a committee-driven proprietary modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, offering diversified model portfolios, discretionary management, and online advice channels.

Jeffrey Hankins is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Galena, Ohio, holding a Series 63 designation and 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 1995. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, delivering written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis, with an emphasis on assets held in Ameriprise Managed Accounts, and provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

John Dinger is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 24 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013, following a prior three-year tenure at The Huntington Investment Company. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and may include ESG criteria in its recommendations.

Stevy Skillman is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates based in Sunbury, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2025, Skillman worked at JPMorgan Chase, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Morgan Stanley. Outside of financial services, Skillman is the owner of Boxador Sports, an online sports card and memorabilia store. Raymond James & Associates is a large registered broker-dealer and investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and investment consulting primarily through non-discretionary advisory relationships.

Anthony Troiano is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Columbus, OH. He holds a Series 66 designation and has experience working at LPL Financial and Bluestone Wealth Partners since 2025. Prior to his financial career, he spent 19 years with The Dispatch Printing Company. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Austin Mortimer is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, Merrill, Citrin, PPG Industries, and also studied at Ohio State University. Mortimer is the owner of Not For Sale, LLC, a for-profit S Corporation based in Columbus, Ohio. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jesse Troike is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in customized personal wealth management and investment planning. Since joining Merrill in 2017, he has focused on areas including employee benefits planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Jesse earned a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Pre-Law from Ohio University. He holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He emphasizes building strong relationships with clients to fully understand their needs and develop personalized financial strategies that align with their long-term goals. Jesse also seeks to educate his clients in navigating the evolving global market to maximize their financial potential. Outside of his professional role, Jesse enjoys adventure sports, golfing, hiking, hunting, running, and watching movies. He often spends his weekends engaging in these activities and spending time with family and friends.

Stephen Mangum is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been a principal since joining in 2003. He specializes in crafting risk-managed financial and retirement strategies for clients and believes in providing simple explanations for recommendations regardless of their complexity. Steve has been recognized on the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list from 2019 through 2026. Additionally, he travels nationwide to train new Merrill advisors on practice management strategies and speaks to new employees about transitioning into financial services. Steve holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics from The Ohio State University and an Associate's degree from Salt Lake Community College, where he also played baseball. Originally from Upper Arlington, Ohio, Steve resides in Dublin, Ohio, with his wife Aubrey and their four daughters. Outside of his professional career, Steve is involved in coaching his daughters in soccer and enjoys watching them participate in basketball, swimming, dance, and golf. He supports Ohio State University's sports teams, a connection strengthened by his father's 30-year tenure teaching at the Fisher College of Business. Steve is active in his church and has coached high school baseball.

James Hunter is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with LPL Financial since 2023. Hunter also owns and operates Bodine Perry, LLC, a non-investment-related business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Gwendolyn Maurer is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Columbus, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and 29 years of industry experience. Her career includes 14 years at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, one year at Chase Investment Services Corp., and 12 years at Ameriprise. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary advisory approach.

Karishma Shah is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with nine years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with J.P. Morgan since 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she is the owner of K Shah Properties LLC, a real estate business. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and includes an ESG eligibility framework.

Jay Bucher is a Private Wealth Advisor with Merrill Private Wealth Management. He joined Merrill in 2015 and works with ultra-high-net-worth clients and their families to address the complex challenges and opportunities associated with substantial wealth and unique financial circumstances. Before joining Merrill, Jay began his career as a financial analyst at another financial services firm, where he conducted business valuations for mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures. His expertise includes analyzing financial markets, identifying trends and opportunities for wealth management strategies, and assisting clients in understanding and navigating the complexities of financial markets. Jay holds a bachelor's degree in business and finance from the University of Tennessee. He has earned professional designations including Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment (SE).