Darren Ewaska is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 36 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 designation and has been with LPL Financial, formerly LINSCO/Private Ledger Corp., since 2004 after previously working at WS Griffith Securities, Inc. Ewaska is also involved in the restaurant business as a co-owner of Aces Grille in North Ridgeville, Ohio. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, and institutions through a broad advisory platform. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional services, supporting its network of over 22,800 advisors with a range of investment strategies and operational tools.

David Bennett is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 50 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1974 and with Bank of America since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as President of the Board for New Directions for Living and as Co-President of the Board for Western Reserve Community Development Corporation, both nonprofit organizations. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pensions, corporations, and charitable organizations by combining internal and third-party portfolio management with comprehensive trading and custody support.

Jonathan Schneider is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Concord, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he spent multiple years with The Huntington National Bank and The Huntington Investment Company. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies through its Premier Retirement Income service. The firm’s approach involves a centralized team providing written recommendation reports and ongoing annual advice, utilizing proprietary research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools.

David Mercado is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a key member of the KMME Group located in Pepper Pike and Westlake, Ohio. He has been with Merrill/Bank of America since 2010 and joined the KMM Group as a Financial Advisor in 2017. David serves high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners, focusing on a personalized, goals-based approach to financial planning and investment management. With over two decades of experience, David provides comprehensive strategies encompassing retirement planning, estate considerations, risk management, and tax-efficient investing. Prior to his current role, he held positions such as Associate Market Executive for Merrill's Northeast Ohio Market—where he led the Financial Advisor Development Program—and Wealth Management Banking Regional Manager covering multiple states. His earlier career includes roles in middle market commercial real estate lending, retail banking, and insurance. David holds a bachelor's degree and a Master of Business Administration from Cleveland State University and maintains a Personal Investment Advisor designation. He has been involved with Trinity Lakewood Community Outreach and focuses his community efforts on addressing food insecurity and low-cost housing. Residing in Avon, Ohio, David lives with his wife Samantha; they have four children, one grandson, and two dogs.

Janet Padula is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley who holds a Series 66 designation and has 18 years of industry experience. She has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and a broad range of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Brandon Owen is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His prior roles include positions at LPL Financial, The Middlefield Banking Company, and Citizens Bank. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and a range of investment products. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and proprietary research to tailor client investment strategies.

Diana Zappitelli Ridenour is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 12 years of experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. Her prior experience includes roles at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Insurance Agency, along with operating her own firm, Zappitelli Financial Services, since 2011. Outside of financial advising, she is involved in a family-run business that provides fingerprinting and background check services to the public and businesses in Ohio. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad range of clients including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diverse portfolio management and consulting services through a nationwide network of independent advisors with access to multiple program structures and investment strategies.

Francis Vitale is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors in Willoughby, Ohio, holding a Series 66 credential with 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2012 and previously worked with Axa Advisors. His other business activities include outside insurance appointments related to term life, universal life, and whole life insurance. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm delivers advice through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and utilizes a range of third-party advisory programs and asset management solutions.

Carla Mahoney Ott is a Benefits & Planning Consultant in Executive Services at Fidelity Investments. Since joining Fidelity in 2015, she has held roles including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Planning Consultant, and currently Benefits and Planning Consultant. Her experience encompasses various aspects of financial planning and client relationship management. Carla works closely with clients to understand their goals, values, and financial needs, developing and implementing tailored financial plans. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Carla enjoys cooking and baking, participating in family activities, gardening, and hiking.

James Lamar is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Mentor, Ohio, holding a Series 63 credential and six years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms, including PNC Investments and Embrescia Wealth Management Company. Outside of advisory roles, Lamar serves as an administrative assistant and paraplanner at Carver Financial Services LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and institutional clients. The firm utilizes non-discretionary planning and analytical tools tailored to client goals and supports a broad advisor network with specialized services such as municipal advisory and SIMPLE IRA consulting.

Howard Schulman is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding a Series 63 designation and 21 years of industry experience. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2025, he spent 20 years at Lincoln Financial Advisors. Outside of advisory work, he serves as a trustee managing the administration of a family trust. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable investors through a large network of affiliated advisors and advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with a variety of portfolio management tools and third-party investment solutions.

Luke Losik is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2023. He leads a dedicated team of advisors and partners focused on delivering quality interactions and financial plans to clients, aligning with Fidelity's commitment to excellence. Luke has extensive experience at Fidelity Investments, having served in various roles since 2011. His prior positions include Assistant Branch Leader, Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Retirement Relationship Manager, Retirement Solutions Representative, and Investment Solution Representative, demonstrating a comprehensive background in financial advisory and client relationship management. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Luke enjoys family activities, fishing, golf, hiking, and traveling.

Christine Geissinger is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2014. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and charitable organizations.

Lee Quignano is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Concord, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James since 2009 and is the owner of Salute Financial LLC. Additionally, he has served as a notary public since 1999. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a broad client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning combined with analytical tools and supports a municipal advisor and specialized advisory programs.

David Dal Broi is a CFA® and Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with Edward Jones. He has prior experience working at Leonteq Securities and Saxo Capital Markets in Hong Kong. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies with a fiduciary standard.

Joseph Hiller is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC, John Ertz, and PNC Investments. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Gregory Christopher is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a varsity baseball coach at Gilmour Academy in Gates Mills, OH. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals and institutions, offering customized financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a range of investment programs.

Matthew Frate is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors in Mentor, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors in 2026, he worked at Stifel Independent Advisors, LLC for four years. Outside of his advisory role, he is the sole owner of MMF99 LLC, a business related to his advisory activities. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs, utilizing both in-house and third-party advisory models.

Seth Blankenship is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab and Co., Inc., and TD Ameritrade. Outside of finance, Seth has been involved with the Boys and Girls Club of Massillon. 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 models with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by centralized custody and operational infrastructure.

Billy Schirmer is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. He works directly with clients to develop comprehensive financial plans that align investments with their wealth goals. Prior to this position, he served as an Investment Consultant from 2022 to 2024, a Workplace Planning Consultant from 2020 to 2022, and a Financial Service Associate from 2019 to 2020, all within Fidelity Investments. Throughout his tenure at Fidelity Investments, Schirmer has gained experience across multiple facets of financial consulting, including investment consultation and workplace planning. His approach involves partnering with clients to understand their personal and financial circumstances in order to build holistic financial plans. Outside of his professional role, Schirmer's personal interests include spending time with friends and attending social events, as well as participating in golf, skiing, and table tennis.