Brant Giere is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 36 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank division since 2012 and 2015, respectively. Outside of his advisory role, he assists with bookkeeping and maintenance on his family farming operation in Akron, Ohio, and manages administrative tasks for a car racing-related business, Goat Powered LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and investment research to support its offering.

Alissa Hitchcock is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Edward Jones in Stow, OH, with two years of industry experience. She previously worked at Sequoia Financial Group, LLC for four years and has held roles in education and public utilities. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages a broad range of advisory programs and investment options, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Kay Auwerter is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with LPL Financial, based in Copley, OH. She has 18 years of industry experience and has worked at LPL Financial since 2008, including 14 years at Stratos Wealth Partners, Ltd. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Ryan Brennan is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor at Edward Jones with 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2015. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a broad range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, alongside affiliated mutual funds and tax-efficient services, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Barbara Thacker is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Akron, Ohio, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 40 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and related entities since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as trustee of her father's irrevocable trust. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment and financial planning services, including specialized planning areas such as business-owner transitions and special-needs analysis.

Spencer Chippi is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with Series 66 credentials. He joined UBS in 2024 and has prior work experience in various industries including food service and manufacturing. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory offerings, employing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans according to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers a broad range of capital markets and banking solutions.

Paul Sheeks III is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Hudson, Ohio, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Sheeks serves on the finance committee of Grace House Akron, a nonprofit organization. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, emphasizing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Meredith Marchand is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 30 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at LPL Financial since 2019, following roles at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

Vasana Lipke is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she has been a part of the team since September 2014. Prior to joining Merrill, she gained experience in the banking industry. Vasana holds FINRA Series 7, SIE, and 66 registrations, as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. She collaborates with a team dedicated to providing personalized wealth management services tailored to the unique needs of individuals, families, and businesses. Her expertise encompasses college education planning, family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Vasana emphasizes building deep rapport with clients to understand what matters most to them and to create customized wealth management approaches that adapt to changing life circumstances and market conditions. Outside of her professional role, Vasana is involved with the National Kidney Foundation. She enjoys activities such as antiquing, biking, camping, gardening, hiking, ice hockey, painting, spending time with her family, and traveling.

Michael Lahiff is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Streetsboro, OH, where he has worked since 2011. He has 14 years of industry experience. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Ronald Dunk is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 34 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at OSAIC since 2024, following prior roles at Securities America Advisors, Inc., SECURITIES AMERICA, Inc., and Securities Service Network, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he owns a hobby farm where he raises and sells lambs and chicken eggs. OSAIC serves a wide range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services with a focus on diversified portfolios using firm-provided tools and access to third-party money managers.

Justin Plunkett is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Vice President of the Cedar Ridge Cross Country Booster Club, assisting with fundraising and operational management. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program and affiliated managed accounts. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Kelly Pariso is a CFP® professional with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving at Ameriprise in Akron, OH since 2005. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates for over 18 years. Outside of her advisory role, Pariso is president of the Portage Lakes Polar Bear Club, a nonprofit organization. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning, delivering written recommendations and ongoing advice that incorporate asset allocation, withdrawal strategies, and Social Security options.

Jason Du Bois is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2015. The firm provides full-service wealth management to more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies under a fiduciary standard. Edward Jones is notable for its extensive advisor and branch network, as well as its affiliated mutual funds and trust services.

Kevin Mace is a CFP® and ChFC® with 11 years of industry experience. He is currently with Thrivent Investment Management and has prior experience at Ameriprise, The Huntington Investment Company, and Prudential. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering goal-based analyses and planning on topics such as retirement, tax, estate, and business continuation without managing client portfolios directly.

Timothy Edgington is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2004. Outside of his advisory role, he owns rental property. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors.

Sheryl Kaur is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2018, including a prior position at The Vanguard Group. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with retail assistance at a convenience store. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a blend of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management alongside brokerage and custody services.

Michael Macko is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on providing financial services aimed at helping clients plan for and pursue their personal financial goals. His professional approach emphasizes connecting all aspects of clients' financial lives to prioritize and support the goals that matter most to them. Michael’s areas of expertise include divorce transition planning, education planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, and retirement income. He is proactive in guiding clients through wealth and investment management, working to make complex financial planning processes transparent and manageable. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Nevada - Las Vegas and has earned several professional designations, including Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Michael is also involved in his community through the Medina County Office for Older Adults. Outside of work, he enjoys biking, golfing, hiking, pickleball, and spending time with his family.

Jeffrey Lathrop is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Akron, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at PFS Investments Inc. since 2004 and Primerica Financial Services since 2003. Outside of advising, he is a partial owner of Cabot Oil & Gas Corporation and serves as trustee for a family mineral rights trust receiving oil and gas royalties. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and limited discretionary separately managed account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure for its services.

Meghan Bradish is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Hudson, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS Financial Services since 2013. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, offering fee-based financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment plans.