Daniel Simon is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Charles Schwab since 2012, including a role at Schwab Retirement Plan Services since 2017. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting of 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 model portfolio approach supported by centralized operational infrastructure.

Mary Lalli is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Northfield, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of her advisory work, she is an author of several books, including titles such as "Shrinking Buddha," "101 Bible Riddles," and "Dvorah--Prophetess, Judge, Warrior King Solomon, Master Builder, and Queen of Sheba, Savior of Marib Dam: Two Lives Intertwined Blood Moon." Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research and modeling with advisory support and emphasizes the use of Ameriprise-managed accounts within its planning approach.

Ziggy McPeters is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he works closely with individuals, families, and professionals to help them make informed financial decisions. He focuses on creating personalized strategies by understanding what matters most to each client. His areas of expertise include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Ziggy takes the time to get to know his clients and collaborates with them to develop plans that align with their goals. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and has a Bachelor's Degree from The University of Akron. Beyond his professional role, Ziggy is involved in the Magic City Kiwanis community organization. In his personal time, he enjoys activities such as football, golfing, hiking, pickleball, reading, running, skiing, spending time with his family, and writing.

Randi Rich is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Hudson, Ohio. She holds the Series 66 designation and has seven years of industry experience, including prior work at Joanne Stores. She has been with UBS since 2018. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing proprietary market research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a comprehensive suite of financial products and services.

Hugh Mcmichael Jr. is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 14 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Merrill, Bank of America, and Morgan Stanley. Based in Barberton, OH, he is also involved with DGL Financial Services, where he works as a financial advisor assisting clients with wealth management and portfolio monitoring. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical and modeling tools, and supports municipal and public-finance work through a municipal advisor affiliation.

Chuck Sramek is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with Fidelity Wealth Planners to assist families in creating, implementing, and monitoring comprehensive wealth plans tailored to their unique needs and priorities. He has been in this role since 2022. Prior to his current position, Chuck worked as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2022. His experience also includes roles as an Associate Financial Advisor at Bishop Financial Advisors from 2018 to 2021 and as a Financial Professional at AXA Advisors from 2017 to 2018. Outside of his professional career, Chuck has interests in cars, concerts, cooking and baking, food, social events with friends, and music.

Brian Large is a financial advisor at Fidelity with over 21 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Charles Schwab, where he spent nearly 15 years. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to both retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios. The firm is notable for its registration as a commodity pool operator, advisory role to registered investment companies, and use of AI-driven research methods.

Dennis Jackson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Broadview Heights, Ohio, holding 24 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes seven years with Securities America Advisors, Inc. and managing his own legal services firm, Dennis C. Jackson Co LPA, since 1993. Outside of advisory work, he operates a sailboat rental business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives and technology tools for operational and research support.

Annie Zhang is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Akron, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Zhang also owns Annie Zhang & Associates LLC, a business retirement plan operation. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research and modeling with tax-efficient strategies. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional provider.

Zack Clifton is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. He works closely with clients and their families to help them navigate and work toward their financial goals, focusing on building lasting relationships based on trust, respect, and integrity. Zack and his team collaborate with clients to explore opportunities and shape a path toward their financial future. Zack's experience in the financial industry spans over a decade. Prior to his current role, he was a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2025. He also served as a Senior Financial Consultant at Charles Schwab from 2015 to 2021, a Vice President Private Client Advisor at JP Morgan Chase from 2014 to 2015, and a 401k Consultant at Charles Schwab from 2011 to 2014.

Richard Simonitis Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in North Royalton, OH, holding a Series 63 designation and over 33 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a tax preparation service through his business, Investing Solutions & Financial Services LLC. 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 a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Joseph Doman Jr. is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Hudson, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 1999. 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 and leverages proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor strategies to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Amber Roane is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 10 years of industry experience. She is currently with Cetera and has prior experience at Comprehensive Retirement Solutions, LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she is registered with Prosperity Advisors LLC and serves as a notary public. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a national SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a multi-manager platform offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Wanda Amstutz is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 30 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, with prior roles at Citigroup Global Markets and Wells Fargo Clearing. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, emphasizing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Dominic Fisher is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Thrivent and Spectrum Financial Group/Mass Mutual/MML Investors. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, focusing on asset-allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through its Institutional Consulting Services program.

Douglas Crandall is a financial advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co. in Akron, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Robert W. Baird & Co. since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he is an investor and member of an LLC for a local business called What's the Scoop?. The DDK Group, part of Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management department, serves individuals, corporate and business clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning, portfolio management, and advisory services utilizing manager-traded and model-traded strategies, tax-management, and unified fee arrangements.

Bryan Mc Inerney is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. His prior work includes six years at New York Life and three years at GWFS Equities, Inc. 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.

George Aussem is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Richfield, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2007. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory services alongside access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, using multi-asset model portfolios and a formal due diligence process for alternative investments.

Thomas Marchese is a CFP® with 24 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2001. He holds a Series 63 license and is based in Uniontown, OH. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as the Indian Princess/Green YMCA Chapter Chief of Shawnee. Edward Jones is a wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including both high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth households. The firm offers a broad range of advisory services and maintains a large national footprint of advisors and branch offices.

Jason Young is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds the Series 66 designation. He has 12 years of industry experience and has been with Cambridge in various capacities since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is co-owner and tax preparer at Young's Tax Service and also works as an independent insurance agent. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts through a network of independent financial professionals. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services with a range of portfolio management options that include proprietary models and third-party strategists.