Robert Wetzel is a financial advisor at Bookends Financial Planning with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Skybridge Investments LLC and Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He is also the owner and president of Bookends Realty, LLC, a real estate holding company. Bookends Financial Planning serves individual, retirement plan, and corporate clients, managing approximately $288 million across about 500 clients through a six-person advisory team. The firm provides discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, written financial planning reports, and access to wrap fee and separately managed account programs, employing a multifaceted investment approach that includes asset allocation, fundamental and technical analysis, and customized strategies.

Brian Martin is a CFP® with 34 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Strategic Wealth Partners, Ltd. He previously worked at Securities America Advisors and Securities America Inc. from 2015 to 2023. Outside of his advisory role, Martin is involved with Cambridge Financial Consultants, LLC, where he engages in life insurance and annuity sales. Strategic Wealth Partners, Ltd. serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, foundations, and corporate accounts, providing comprehensive portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and OCIO services. The firm manages approximately $1.3 billion through diversified investment strategies and integrates financial planning into many client relationships.

Bryan Alexander is a financial advisor with Capital Cities Investments in Indianapolis, IN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Capital Cities Investments since 1995 and previously was with Triad Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Portland Elks Lodge board as Exalted Ruler and is a member of the Jay County Council. Capital Cities Investments serves individual and high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employee benefit plans with discretionary portfolio management, modular financial planning, and pension consulting. The firm’s investment approach combines asset-allocation modeling with active and passive manager implementation, utilizing tools like Schwab Institutional Intelligent Portfolios and Callan’s UMA platform.

Grant Nailor is a CFP® and Series 65-licensed advisor with Financial Plans & Strategies, Inc. He has one year of industry experience, including prior work at Aon. Outside of finance, his background includes roles in hospitality and retail, such as positions at Ritz Charles, 4 Birds Bakery, and Pine Meadow Golf Club. Financial Plans & Strategies, Inc. provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, families, trusts, estates, and retirement plans. The firm employs a tailored investment approach using both fundamental and technical analysis and manages client portfolios with discretionary authority and ongoing monitoring.

Tanner Boston is a financial advisor with Bookends Financial Planning in Indianapolis, IN. He holds a Series 65 designation and has experience working with Wetzel Investment Advisors, Inc. and Calamos Investments. Bookends Financial Planning serves individual, high-net-worth, retirement plan, and corporate clients, managing approximately $288 million for around 500 clients through a six-person advisory team. The firm combines asset allocation with various analytical approaches and offers discretionary portfolio management, educational workshops, and publishes periodicals for its clients.

Amanda Black is a financial advisor at Capital Cities Investments with 19 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Capital Cities in various capacities since 2006. Amanda serves on the boards of Hanover College and the Zionsville Education Foundation. Capital Cities Investments serves individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employee benefit plans, offering discretionary portfolio management, modular financial planning, and pension consulting. The firm’s investment process emphasizes asset-allocation modeling with a combination of active and passive managers, using mutual funds and ETFs, along with periodic rebalancing and portfolio monitoring.

Bauer Schmeltz is a CFP® professional with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving at Financial Plans & Strategies, Inc. since 2020. Prior to that, he worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. and Foresters Financial Services. Outside of advisory work, he is an owner and insurance agent at Financial Planning Investments Inc. and an investor in MVMT House in Indianapolis. Financial Plans & Strategies, Inc. provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, estates, and employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm offers discretionary asset management and tailors portfolios using fundamental and technical analysis, conducting ongoing monitoring and periodic client reviews.

Seth Raymond is a financial advisor at Financial Plans & Strategies, Inc., holding a Series 65 designation with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Financial Plans & Strategies, he worked at Myers and Stauffer and Upper Crust and has experience with Butler University and Indy Premier Soccer Club. Financial Plans & Strategies, Inc. provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, estates, and employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm customizes portfolios based on client objectives, using both fundamental and technical analysis, and offers ongoing monitoring, rebalancing, and client reporting.

Bryan Mitchell is a financial advisor at Horter Investment Management, LLC with six years of industry experience and a Series 65 credential. He has worked with TEK Systems and serves as CEO and advisor at WLEM Financial Advisors, where he provides financial education and planning. Mitchell is also an associate financial advisor at Stephen D. Dissette and Associates and works as a Senior IT Program Manager managing business process improvement projects. Horter Investment Management offers investment advisory and financial planning services primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as retirement plans, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm uses an Investment Committee-driven multi-manager approach, providing portfolio management, proprietary blended models, and access to alternative investments.

Mark Rhodes is an advisor at Monon Wealth Management with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Rhodes has worked at Hutchens & Kramer Investment Management Group since 2018 and has been a partner at Rhodes Knisley Williams LLP, providing income tax preparation, accounting, and tax planning services since 1980. He also worked at Intrepid Financial Planning from 2002 to 2021. Monon Wealth Management is a mid-sized SEC-registered advisory team serving individuals, trusts, estates, businesses, and retirement plans with comprehensive wealth management services. The firm employs a long-term, risk-based investment approach using model portfolios and offers access to independent managers and third-party platforms.

David Stitt is a financial advisor with Curry Webb Wealth Management LLC in Indianapolis, IN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at firms such as Ameriprise Financial Services, Guardian Life Insurance Company, and Piper Sandler & Co. Curry Webb Wealth Management provides customized financial planning and discretionary investment management primarily to individual investors and trusts. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes diversified asset allocation through mutual funds and ETFs, supported by regular Investment Committee reviews and integrated financial planning services.

Brian Napier is a financial advisor with Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. in Greenwood, Indiana, holding Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Ausdal Financial Partners since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he is also licensed as an insurance agent with Silver Birch Capital, dedicating approximately one hour per month to the sale of insurance products. Ausdal Financial Partners is an SEC-registered investment adviser and FINRA-member broker-dealer managing over $2 billion in client assets through a network of about 152 advisors. The firm offers investment advisory programs, retirement plan services, and financial planning to individuals, trusts, corporations, pension plans, and charitable organizations, utilizing a range of investment strategies and custodial platforms.

Martin James is a financial advisor with Modern Wealth Management, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He previously worked at World Equity Group for 14 years and has operated his own CPA firm, Martin E. James CPA, P.C., since 1997. Outside of his advisory role, he is a certified fly casting instructor and serves as secretary for the Heartland Fly Fishing Festival, Inc. Modern Wealth Management provides investment advisory and integrated planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, retirement plans, and corporations. The firm employs a centralized portfolio management approach supported by an Investment Committee and offers specialized services such as ERISA plan management and tax planning through affiliated entities.

Donald Florence is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at Quartz Partners Investment Management with nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Quartz Partners since 2023 and previously spent three years at Kalos Management Inc. Florence is also president of Florence Wealth LLC, where he is involved in insurance-related financial products. Quartz Partners serves individual investors, retirement plans, institutions, and financial intermediaries by providing model-based investment management through separately managed accounts, model portfolios, and advisory services. The firm combines top-down macro analysis with bottom-up stock selection and manages accounts on a discretionary basis, with ongoing monitoring and rebalancing by an investment committee.

Jonathan Byrd II is a financial advisor at CreativeOne Wealth, LLC with a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining CreativeOne Wealth, he has been involved in various business ventures, including Sparrow Property Management, Go Figure Racing, Inc., and Byrd Enterprises Inc. Outside of advisory work, he has experience in property management and motorsports through his previous roles. CreativeOne Wealth, LLC provides fee-based asset management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individuals, corporations, plan sponsors, and other RIAs. The firm manages primarily discretionary accounts using proprietary model portfolios and third-party managers, employing strategies that include modern portfolio theory and a mix of ETFs, mutual funds, options, and select private investments.

Jacob Durbin is a CFP® professional with 10 years of industry experience, currently with Forvis Mazars Wealth Advisors, LLC. He has previously worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank. Forvis Mazars Wealth Advisors serves individuals, families, retirement plans, institutions, and nonprofit organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan consulting. The firm emphasizes customized asset allocation and integrates both active and passive strategies tailored to each client's objectives, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

Howard Rightsell is a financial advisor at United Advisor Group with 36 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and INVEST Financial Corp. He is also the owner of Rightsell & Company, LLC, an insurance sales business he has operated since 1983. United Advisor Group serves individuals, small businesses, trusts, charities, and broker-dealer customers through a network of independent investment adviser representatives. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial and retirement planning, family office services, and financial education, utilizing proprietary model portfolios, custom-traded accounts, and recommended third-party money managers.

Yan Yu is a CFP® with four years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Forvis Mazars Wealth Advisors, LLC. Prior to joining Forvis Mazars, Yan held roles at FORVIS Wealth Advisors LLC, Fifth Third Bank, and other financial services firms. Forvis Mazars Wealth Advisors provides wealth management services to individuals, families, retirement plans, institutions, and nonprofit organizations, integrating financial planning, investment management, and consulting with tax, accounting, and family-office services offered by its parent firm. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes customized asset allocation, combining active and passive strategies with a focus on diversification, cost control, and long-term discipline.

Phillip Foust is a financial advisor with Sound Income Strategies, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at New York Life Insurance Company, LPL Enterprise, and Prudential Insurance. Outside of his advisory work, he leads funeral services at Jessen Funeral Home. Sound Income Strategies serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, pension plans, and other advisors, offering asset management, financial planning, ERISA plan services, and sub-advisory arrangements. The firm focuses on fixed-income and income-oriented investment strategies combined with active portfolio management and allocates assets to third-party managers and ETFs when appropriate.

Stacia Jones is a financial advisor with Silver Oak Securities, Inc. based in Greenwood, IN, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Securities America Advisors, Securities America, and Securities Service Network. Outside of her advisory work, she is the owner of becauseOne, an online platform aimed at helping nonprofits communicate their needs and connect with supporters. Silver Oak Securities, Inc. serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, trusts, estates, and business entities through a multi-team structure of about 101 financial professionals managing approximately $2.4 billion in discretionary assets. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with primarily discretionary investment management tailored to client objectives and risk tolerances, supported by operational features like ongoing model monitoring and automatic investment processes.