Richard Pate is a Series 66-registered financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Miamisburg, Ohio, and has four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he worked for seven years with the Hamilton City School District. Outside of advising, he owns Honey Harvest and Hens LLC, a farming business, and serves as an assistant tennis coach at a local high school. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendations and ongoing tax-aware retirement income planning focused on dependable income sources.

Anthony Anzer is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 34 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Merrill and Wells Fargo Clearing. He is also the owner of Anzer Wealth Planning & Financial Counsel and works as an insurance agent selling life, health, annuities, and long-term care products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. It offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

David Harvey is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in West Chester, OH, holding a Series 63 designation and 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Financial Services and Primerica Advisors since 1984. Outside of advisory services, he is involved in sales of loan products as well as home security and automation product referrals through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors is a large firm that primarily serves individual investors, including high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm offers a wrap-fee asset management program relying mainly on model-driven strategies created by third-party asset managers, supported by custodial and trade execution services from Pershing and BNY Mellon Advisors.

David Heberling is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Edward Jones with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2024, he worked at Passport Inc. and Flexential. Heberling is also a shareholder in Silver Lake Beach Club, a family park with rentals in New Carlisle, Ohio. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate entities. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory services including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Beverly Muller Ridgway is a financial advisor at Merrill with 35 years of industry experience, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has been with Merrill since 1987. 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. The firm offers model‑based and discretionary strategies created by internal and third‑party managers, serving individuals, high‑net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

George Goodall is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Hamilton, OH, holding a Series 63 designation and 48 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service for individuals near or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing tailored Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver these recommendations, primarily for clients with assets in Ameriprise-managed accounts.

John Stevens is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2006 and was previously with Ameriprise Advisor Services, Inc. from 2003 to 2006. Stevens is also the endorsed local provider for Dave Ramsey, a national personal financial counselor. 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 portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Ozgur Mert is a CFP® professional associated with Charles Schwab, bringing 13 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and FIDELITY Brokerage Services LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a small disc golf business where he organizes events and sells related merchandise. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients through its Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary client advisory with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, leveraging multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational infrastructure.

Brandon Harrison is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He previously worked for LPL Financial, LLC (Linsco/Private Ledger Corp.) for 23 years before joining Raymond James in 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for his family trust and is owner and branch manager of Harrison Wealth Management Group, Ltd. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses analytical tools such as risk profiling and probability modeling to tailor non-discretionary planning and supports a broad network of advisors and affiliated firms.

Veronica Jaeger is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with one year of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at CUSO Financial Services, Robert Half, and General Electric Credit Union. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with a range of investment strategies and operational tools.

Todd Lucius is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has worked at Ameriprise since 2017, including prior roles at Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Outside of his advisory work, Lucius serves on the Board of Directors and as Vice Chair of the Finance Committee at Sycamore Creek Country Club, teaches economics at Sinclair Community College, and coaches varsity basketball and golf at Dayton Christian School. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver customized recommendation reports. The firm also offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Patrick Mc Namara is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several major firms, including Fidelity and Bank of America, before joining Charles Schwab in 2020. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed accounts and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a multi-asset model portfolio approach and centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Mary McIntosh is a Senior Financial Advisor and Portfolio Manager with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works with individuals and companies undergoing changes and transitions, focusing on evaluating and reviewing client plans to align with their unique financial goals. In her role as Portfolio Manager, she manages personalized and defined investment strategies on a discretionary basis, incorporating individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment options. Mary has been in the financial services industry since 1987. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from The Ohio State University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Dayton. Her professional designations include Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Residing in Washington Township with her husband and three children, Mary supports her children's various pursuits and enjoys spending time with her family. Her personal interests include physical fitness activities such as running, golfing, and cooking, as well as watching movies. She has also served as a past board member of the Miami Valley Hospital Foundation, Eastway, and the Children’s Hospital Women’s Board.

Michael Kern is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 42 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 1990 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a wide range of products and research to tailor plans based on clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Gregory Kaiser is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2006. 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. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and utilizes multi-asset model portfolios supported by research from its Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Samuel Rinehart is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Miamisburg, Ohio, holding a Series 63 designation and 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is a voting member of Ampex LLC, an entity that leases office space for his practice. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written recommendations on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic tools to deliver personalized, non-discretionary retirement advice through a centralized consulting team.

Sarah Ross is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 18 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. Prior to that, she was associated with Younique, LLC from 2015 to 2017 and Jpmorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2007. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC 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 brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Robert Bedinghaus is a CFP® professional with 11 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial in Lebanon, OH. Prior to joining Raymond James, he worked at Edward Jones for seven years. He is also an author working on a book targeted at near-retirees and early retirees. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals and institutional clients. The firm delivers tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports clients through various advisory programs and specialized services.

Sydney Taske is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Edward Jones, Taske worked for Shull Media Partners and attended Coker University. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates with a nationwide network of over 23,700 advisors.

Gregory Bonner is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on helping clients achieve their financial and retirement goals through prudent planning strategies. Greg employs a rigorous and disciplined goals-based wealth management process, advising clients on tax minimization, estate planning, retirement planning, asset allocation, and asset preservation strategies. Since joining Merrill in 2004, Greg has developed expertise in college education planning, corporate executive services, family wealth management strategies, institutional investment consulting, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, individual and corporate investment strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Greg earned his bachelor's degree in Economics from Allegheny College. Greg lives in Mason with his wife Lauren, their son Luke, daughter Parker, and their dog Bear. He is involved in the community through organizations such as Big Brothers, Big Sisters, CHCA 3/4 Football Coach, Flag Fanatics, Mason Youth Basketball, and the Mason Youth Organization. He enjoys baseball, basketball, football, reading, running, skiing, and spending time with his family.