Chris Ferrante is a financial advisor with PNC Wealth Management in Brunswick, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with PNC Investments since 2011. PNC Wealth Management provides retail brokerage and advisory services through several model-based programs. Their Portfolio Solutions Strategist Digital Offering is an invitation-only, discretionary model account pilot for employees, featuring portfolio implementation via approved models managed by PNC or third parties and relying on an algorithmic questionnaire for risk assessment.

Chinh Nguyen is a financial advisor with Key Investment Services LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 20 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at KeyBank NA, Columbia Wealth Advisors, Raymond James Financial Services, Cetera, Steward Partners Investment Solutions, and Umpqua Bank. Key Investment Services LLC serves individuals, trusts, estates, small businesses, and corporate clients through a variety of advisory programs, model portfolios, and managed accounts. The firm emphasizes client-directed investment decisions supported by non-binding recommendations and ongoing monitoring, while providing access to third-party discretionary managers and performing regular due diligence and supervisory oversight.

David Stribula is a CFP® professional with 11 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C., where he has worked since 2022. Prior to that, he held roles at MAI Capital Management LLC, Fidato Wealth LLC, and Vanguard Group. Sequoia Financial Advisors, LLC provides wealth planning, investment management, and retirement-plan and business-consulting services to a diverse client base including individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, trusts, family offices, and other institutional clients. The firm combines in-house model portfolios with third-party manager selection and conducts regular oversight through an Investment Policy Committee.

Nicholas Tancabel is a CFP® and ChFC® credentialed financial advisor at MAI Capital Management, LLC with six years of industry experience. He previously worked at WCG Wealth Advisors, LLC and Treloar & Heisel, LLC. MAI Capital Management, LLC offers discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, integrated wealth management, retirement plan consulting, and family-office services to a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals, families, sports professionals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm manages $72.3 billion in assets and employs a customized approach to portfolio management across multiple asset classes, combining in-house management with third-party advisers and unified managed accounts.

Justin Luiza is a CFP® at MAI Capital Management, LLC with experience starting in 2024. Prior to joining MAI Capital, he was affiliated with The Ohio State University and Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy. MAI Capital Management provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, wealth management, retirement plan consulting, and family-office services to a diverse client base including individuals, families, institutional clients, and sports professionals. The firm offers customized portfolio management across various strategies and integrates financial planning and tax services into many client relationships.

John Ruby is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at MAI Capital Management, LLC since 2019. He previously worked at Mercer Global Advisors Inc. from 2015 to 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he has experience managing rental property. MAI Capital Management, LLC provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, integrated wealth management, retirement plan consulting, and family-office services to high-net-worth individuals, families, sports professionals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers customized portfolio management across various strategies and serves as adviser to both mutual funds and private investment vehicles.

Gary Hannah is a CFP® professional with 17 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently an advisor with Stratos Wealth Partners, Ltd and LPL Financial LLC, having previously worked at firms including American Portfolio Financial Services, Inc., Peak Wealth Solutions, and Mass Mutual. Hannah is based in Akron, OH. Stratos Wealth Partners serves a broad range of clients including high-net-worth individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm offers financial planning, advisor-managed wrap and non-wrap programs, model portfolios, third-party manager solutions, and retirement plan consulting through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Lane Christensen is a CFP® professional with one year of industry experience, currently affiliated with Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C. He previously held roles at Carlson Capital Management, Jack Link's, Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company, Meyer Landscaping, and Slumberland Furniture. Sequoia Financial Advisors, LLC provides wealth planning, investment management, and retirement-plan and business-consulting services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, trusts, family offices, and other institutional clients. The firm employs a combination of in-house model portfolios, custom accounts, and third-party manager selection with oversight from an Investment Policy Committee.

Timothy Novak is a financial advisor at Janney Montgomery Scott with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Janney Montgomery Scott since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as an owner and landlord of a rental property in Cleveland, Ohio. Janney Montgomery Scott LLC is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $110 billion in client assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, families, trusts, estates, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, and municipal clients, offering a range of brokerage, financial planning, and advisory services.

Kenneth Fox Jr. is a financial advisor with Hightower Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Hightower in 2022, he worked at LPL Financial LLC and ValMark Advisors, Inc. among other firms. Hightower Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse client base, including individual and institutional investors such as pension plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and trusts. The firm emphasizes a multi-manager investment approach, utilizing both affiliated and third-party managers, and offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services.

Richard Beach is a CFP® professional with 29 years of industry experience, currently serving at GWN Securities Inc. since 2008. He has held a long-term role at Reserve Financial Agency Corporation since 1985, where he is involved in investment and insurance sales. GWN Securities is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides discretionary managed accounts, financial planning, and access to third-party sub-advisers and model portfolios for individual and business clients. The firm manages approximately $3.65 billion across more than 37,000 accounts and offers a range of managed-account programs, including strategies that incorporate market-timing and momentum-based approaches.

Sudeep Mitra is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services and holds a Series 66 designation. He has four years of industry experience, including prior roles at PNC Investments and Prudential Insurance Company of America. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a broad client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and active-duty U.S. military personnel overseas. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

Janelle Morrow is a financial advisor with Key Investment Services LLC in Brooklyn, Ohio. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 28 years of industry experience. Morrow has worked at Key Investment Services since 2007. Key Investment Services LLC serves individuals, trusts, estates, small businesses, and corporate clients through various advisory programs, including wrap-fee programs and separately managed accounts. The firm emphasizes client-directed investment decisions and ongoing monitoring, while providing access to third-party discretionary managers and maintaining supervisory oversight.

Lucas Good is a CFA® charterholder at MAI Capital Management, LLC with one year of industry experience. He previously worked at PNC Financial Services Group for five years and has a background that includes roles at The Ohio State University and Sweetbriar Golf Club. MAI Capital Management, LLC provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, integrated wealth management, retirement plan consulting, and family-office services to a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, families, sports professionals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers customized portfolio management across multiple strategies and serves in both product-sponsor and advisory roles, managing significant assets and affiliated investment vehicles.

Christine Jatzek is a financial advisor at Key Investment Services LLC with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been affiliated with Key Investment Services and KeyBank in various roles since 2015. Key Investment Services LLC provides advisory services to individuals, trusts, estates, small businesses, and corporate clients through wrap-fee programs, model portfolios, separately managed accounts, and brokerage and insurance products. The firm emphasizes client direction in model selection and offers access to third-party discretionary managers, while providing ongoing monitoring and supervisory oversight.

Ryan Hartland is a financial advisor at Key Investment Services LLC with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked previously at PNC Investments LLC, Northwestern Mutual, and other firms. Hartland also has experience outside financial services, including roles at Aurora Inn Hotel and Event Center and Heinens Fine Foods. Key Investment Services LLC serves individuals, trusts, estates, small businesses, and corporate clients through a variety of advisory programs, model portfolios, and managed account solutions. The firm emphasizes client-directed investment decisions supported by non-binding recommendations and ongoing product due diligence.

Heidi Ouderkirk is a financial advisor with Key Investment Services LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has been with Key Investment Services since 2022 and has worked at KeyBank since 2015. Ouderkirk serves as treasurer of the DeRuyter Free Library. Key Investment Services LLC serves individuals, trusts, estates, small businesses, and corporate clients through various advisory programs, model portfolios, and managed accounts. The firm emphasizes client direction in investment decisions while providing recommendations and ongoing monitoring, and operates within the KeyCorp group with affiliated bank and capital markets entities.

Sue Bigley is a financial advisor with J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc. She holds a Series 66 designation and has 27 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Cco Investment Services Corp and Cornerstone Asset Management Services, Inc. Outside of advisory work, she is involved in fixed insurance products under the DBA Kruger Consulting. J.W. Cole Advisors is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, charities, corporations, retirement plans, and other entities through a network of over 400 independent investment adviser representatives. The firm offers portfolio management, fee-based financial planning, access to third-party investment managers, and multiple managed account solutions, including digital advice and variable-annuity sub-account management.

Nathan Dillon is a financial advisor with Key Investment Services LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Key Investment Services, he worked at Fort Washington, U.S. Bank, and U.S. Bancorp Investments. He is the author of a self-published book on Kentucky Wildcats history and serves as an industry mentor for the CFA Society Research Challenge, providing guidance to college students. Key Investment Services LLC serves individuals, trusts, estates, small businesses, and corporate clients through various advisory programs and investment products. The firm emphasizes client-directed model selection supported by non-binding recommendations and ongoing monitoring, with access to third-party discretionary managers and oversight through its Product Due Diligence Committee.

Katherine Cizmadia is a financial advisor with Key Investment Services LLC holding a Series 66 designation and beginning her industry experience in 2026. Her prior roles include positions at KeyBank National Association, North Star Advisory Group, and work in higher education institutions. Key Investment Services LLC serves individuals, trusts, estates, small businesses, and corporate clients through a variety of advisory programs, model portfolios, and managed accounts. The firm emphasizes client-directed investment choices supported by ongoing monitoring and due diligence, and operates within the KeyCorp group with connections to affiliated banking and capital markets entities.