Kyle Cook is a financial advisor with Westminster Financial Advisory Corp in Brecksville, OH. He holds the Series 66 designation and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Westminster Financial Companies, he worked at Lincoln Electric and Ernst & Young. Westminster Financial Advisory Corporation provides investment supervisory services and financial planning to individuals, families, trusts, and various organizations. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes strategic asset allocation with tactical adjustments, using a primarily buy-and-hold strategy supplemented by discretionary trading and option strategies.

Justin Grossman is a financial advisor with Prosperity Capital Advisors based in Westlake, OH, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and having nine years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, and US Bank. Outside of advisory work, he partners with the local chapter of the American Financial Education Alliance to conduct seminars aimed at reducing financial illiteracy. Prosperity Capital Advisors is an SEC-registered enterprise adviser serving individual and high-net-worth investors, corporations, trustees, retirement plans, and other clients. The firm employs model-based, asset-allocation strategies using portfolios from providers such as BlackRock, Dimensional, and Vanguard, and offers a range of services including financial planning, discretionary investment management, and retirement plan solutions.

William Kovar is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, OH, holding a Series 63 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with ValMark Advisers and Valmark Securities since 2014. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 advisors. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, supported by proprietary platforms and comprehensive due diligence.

Eugene Ricchetti is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. holding a Series 63 designation and over 54 years of industry experience. He has been with Valmark Securities, Inc. since 1997 and has operated E.T. Ricchetti & Associates Inc. since 1967. Outside of advising, he serves as a director at R.W. Beckett Corp., where he manages government reporting and qualified plan-related activities, and works as an independent contractor for The Fedeli Group. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 representatives. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios primarily implemented with mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, supported by proprietary platforms and extensive due diligence processes.

Dennis Zaverl is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Westlake, Ohio, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been associated with ValMark Advisers since 2001 and with related firms since 1997, also operating Zaverl & Associates Inc. since 2004. Outside of investment advisory work, he serves as president and trustee of the Christian BusinessCares Foundation and is involved in several non-investment business ventures, including a publishing company and family partnerships. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 representatives. The firm offers diversified, goal-based portfolios primarily using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, along with due diligence, back-office support, and sub-advisory services.

Christopher Finefrock is a CFP® professional with 15 years of industry experience, currently serving at ValMark Advisers, Inc. since 2012. He also works with Valmark Securities, Inc. and has been an adjunct professor at the University of Akron since 2015, teaching an undergraduate investment course. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 advisory representatives. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers a range of proprietary and third-party investment programs.

John Doran III is a CFP® professional with 32 years of experience in the financial industry. He is currently with IP Financial Advisory Services LLC and has previously worked with firms including Avantax Advisory Services and Innovation Partners LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is president of J.A. Doran & Associates, Inc., a tax preparation and accounting business. IP Financial Advisory Services primarily serves individual retail clients through portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting. The firm emphasizes customized portfolios and offers access to third-party investment advisors, focusing mainly on non–high-net-worth individuals.

Kole Kuczynski is a financial advisor at AlphaStar Capital Management in Parma, Ohio, holding a Series 65 designation and with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining AlphaStar and North Coast Financial Consultants, he worked at Firestone Country Club and Ken Stewart's Lodge. AlphaStar Capital Management serves individual, corporate, and retirement plan clients, offering discretionary investment management and financial planning. The firm employs a combination of strategic and tactical investment approaches across a variety of asset types and provides subadvisory services to other registered investment advisers.

Kurt Mears is a financial advisor at Advance Capital Management Inc with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Advance Capital Services, Inc. since 2010. Advance Capital Management serves a diverse range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, foundations, endowments, and other institutions, offering discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting. The firm employs an Investment Committee that manages approved mutual funds and ETFs, builds model portfolios based on client risk tolerance, and provides services such as direct indexing, alternative investments, and crypto-related strategies.

Steven Schippel is a financial advisor with Brookwood Investment Group, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 38 years of industry experience. He has worked at Brookwood Investment Group since 2023 and previously at Belpointe Asset Management and Belpointe Insurance. Schippel is also the president and owner of Schippel Consulting, a consulting firm he has operated since 2001. Brookwood Investment Group is a multi-advisor registered investment adviser managing approximately $1.06 billion for over 3,100 clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services, utilizing a range of investment strategies and affiliated businesses to support its clients.

Jason Smith is a financial advisor with Prosperity Capital Advisors in Westlake, OH, holding a Series 65 credential and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at Valor Capital Management and operates several business ventures including tax preparation services and a family farm that sells honey and produce. Smith also serves on the Board of Directors for the Marblehead Boat Club. Prosperity Capital Advisors is an SEC-registered firm providing financial planning, consulting, and discretionary investment management to a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm employs model-based, asset allocation strategies and offers services such as separately managed accounts, retirement plans, and sub-advisory for other RIAs.

Rushik Bandodkar is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining ValMark Financial Group in 2025, he worked at Ken Ganley Chevrolet and Northwestern Mutual. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional clients. The firm focuses on diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation, utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers, supported by a network of investment advisory representatives.

Jeffrey Warnkin is a CFP® professional with 34 years of industry experience, currently associated with Prosperity Capital Advisors. He has held advisory roles at Innovation Partners LLC, JL Smith Holistic Wealth Management, and Mercap Securities, LLC. Outside of advisory work, he operates a sole proprietorship specializing in individual income tax preparation and serves as Chapter President for the American Financial Education Alliance, conducting financial literacy seminars. Prosperity Capital Advisors provides financial planning, consulting, and discretionary investment management to a diverse client base, including individuals, businesses, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a model-driven, multi-sleeved investment approach using mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative strategies, and offers various institutional and advisory services.

Markus Weaver is a financial advisor at Signature Equity Partners, LLC with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at OSAIC, Royal Alliance Associates, Inc., and Jeannette M. Weaver and Associates, LLC. Weaver also serves as a notary public and conducts investment and insurance business through his own wealth advisory firm. Signature Equity Partners provides investment advisory and planning services to individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and other entities. The firm uses a multi-team structure and employs the Vision2020 Wealth Management Platform to offer tailored portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting services.

Kevin Walker is a financial advisor with Archer Investment Corporation and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 18 years of industry experience, including roles at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, Jason Orsky Wealth Management, and Cetera Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a director and vice president of the Westlake Kiwanis Club, is a director of the Westlake Rotary Club, and coaches the Avon High School girls varsity tennis team. Archer Investment Corporation provides investment advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, pension plans, and investment companies through separately managed accounts and The Archer Funds. The firm employs a comprehensive investment process that includes personalized financial assessments and diversified portfolio construction, with services ranging from discretionary management to model-based strategies.

Patrick Radachi is a financial advisor with Packerland Brokerage Services, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 13 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Independent Financial Group and Spira Benefits, where he is also president. Radachi is involved in tax preparation and retirement plan consulting through Radachi & Company and Spira Benefits LLC. Packerland Brokerage Services, Inc. serves individuals, charities, corporations, and retirement plan sponsors with financial planning, portfolio management, and advisory program access. The firm offers both brokerage and advisory services with a range of account management options and routinely monitors third-party managers.

Nicholas Sirohman is a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, OH, with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior work experience outside the financial sector, including roles at Uber Eats and Door Dash. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 investment advisory representatives. The firm employs diversified, goal-based model portfolios primarily using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers a range of proprietary and third-party investment platforms and advisory services.

Kristen Carmichael is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, OH. She holds a Series 66 designation and has 23 years of industry experience. She has been with ValMark Advisers and Valmark Securities since 2013. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 advisors. The firm employs diversified, goal-based model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers a range of proprietary and third-party investment programs.

Peter Augustin is a financial advisor at Dakota Wealth, LLC in Akron, OH, holding the CFP® designation with 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley, Robert W Baird & Co., Inc., and Springside Partners LLC. He has been with Dakota Wealth since 2019, including time at its affiliated entity, Dakorãé Wealth Management, LLC. Dakota Wealth Management provides investment advisory and wealth management services to individuals, trusts, retirement plans, and various institutional clients. The firm builds customized portfolios using diversified allocations across multiple asset classes and employs a research process combining fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis.

Richard Maggio is a financial advisor with Stonex Advisors Inc. He holds over 41 years of industry experience, including tenure at StoneX Securities Inc. and Wrp Investments, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in insurance sales as an insurance agent. Stonex Advisors Inc. serves individuals, corporations, retirement plans, and charitable organizations by providing portfolio management, financial planning, ERISA plan consulting, and related services. The firm uses a combination of independent advisors and an in-house Private Client Group to deliver customized investment strategies through proprietary models and third-party money managers.