John Cingel is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Beachwood, OH, holding a Series 63 license and possessing 43 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Tyler-Stone Wealth Management, LLC for 10 years and Mass Mutual Investors Services for 5 years. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved as an independent insurance agent selling life, disability, long-term care, health insurance products, and fixed annuities. 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 over 22,800 advisors and advanced operational tools.

Laura Radcliff is a CFP® professional with 17 years of industry experience, all with Edward Jones in Aurora, OH. She holds a Series 66 license and has been advising clients since 2009. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including both high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth households. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies alongside affiliated mutual funds and tax-efficient services.

Dominic Mihalik Jr. is a Senior Financial Advisor with the Pepper Pike Wealth Management Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the Pepper Pike Group in November 2015, bringing a diverse background in operational management, regulatory and risk management, and wealth management. His career includes serving various markets such as Atlanta, New Jersey, and New York City, and in 2006, he served as Vice President, Administrative Manager for the Northeast Ohio Merrill office, overseeing over 250 advisors and support staff. Dominic focuses on wealth management strategies, portfolio management, wealth preservation, and transfer for high net worth individuals and families. He works closely with clients and their estate planning attorneys and accountants to provide integrated financial strategies. Dominic is committed to staying informed of economic changes, industry trends, legislation, and tax reforms. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Cleveland State University and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Dominic is engaged in the Greater Cleveland community through volunteer work with the Transplant House of Cleveland, Ronald McDonald House of Northeast Ohio, and Saint Albert the Great Parish. He serves as a Trustee of the Lakeside Yacht Club in Cleveland. In his personal time, Dominic enjoys fishing year-round, boating, golfing, and hiking, and spends time with his wife, Sarah, and their daughters, Grace and Maura.

Luke Baum is a CFP® with over 30 years of industry experience, currently serving at Fidelity Investments. His career includes roles at Kingswood Capital Partners, Cabot Lodge Securities, and Cbiz Financial Solutions. He is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage a broad range of investment products, including discretionary portfolios and fund advisory services.

Kelly Burden is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at UBS since 2018. Prior to his current role, he held multiple positions at Miami University from 2016 to 2020. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment strategies.

Nathaniel Hirko is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at The Huntington Investment Company and J.P. Morgan Securities. Outside of financial services, he has experience working with Ohio State University’s Jesse Owens Recreational Center. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored, written retirement income planning and ongoing advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Csongor Simon Benedek is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at PNC Investments, LLC, Charlotte Russe, Cleveland State University, Cellular Technology Limited, and The Rail. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory programs for individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides both direct and corporate financial planning services.

Robert Petersen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Pepper Pike, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 51 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, Petersen is licensed to sell life, health, and long-term care insurance as well as fixed annuities, and he provides tax preparation services. He is also a notary public. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of solutions including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, supporting a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Melissa Hamilton is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at The Huntington Investment Company and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendations and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

William Snyder is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Merrill and Bank of America since 2021, as well as various positions at John Carroll University and other firms. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Graf is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 19 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. for 19 years before joining Raymond James. He holds a Series 66 designation and operates out of Beachwood, Ohio. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting with access to a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Edward Boehmer is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 41 years of experience in financial services. He specializes in strategic wealth management, growth financing, and operational efficiency, assisting individuals, families, and businesses in achieving their financial goals through thorough planning, clear documentation, and ongoing review. His areas of expertise include wealth management and estate planning, cash management and lending strategies, stock option planning, and qualified and non-qualified retirement plans. Before joining Merrill in 2002, Edward served as Chief Financial Officer and Vice President for multiple middle-market companies and began his career at Ernst & Young in Cleveland, Ohio. He has led business acquisitions, raised capital through debt and equity, and developed executive compensation and retirement plans. Edward holds a Bachelor's degree from Baldwin Wallace University and is an inactive Certified Public Accountant. He also holds professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Edward has been recognized on the Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" list for eight consecutive years from 2019 to 2026 and is a member of The Boehmer Group, which was named to the Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams" list in 2025 and 2026. He is actively involved in community organizations, including serving on the board of New Avenues to Independence and supporting fundraising efforts for Old Trail School. Edward and his wife split their time between Cleveland, Ohio, and Scottsdale, Arizona, and enjoy activities such as biking, snowboarding, hiking, golfing, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

James Negrelli is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 45 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 1995 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with ZCA Designs LLC, a jewelry design business. 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 utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor strategies to client goals.

Michael Creadon is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been practicing since 1987 and joined Merrill in 1999. Working alongside Registered Senior Wealth Management Client Associate Beth Michel, the Creadon Group brings a combined 60 years of experience in addressing client financial needs. Michael and his team take a personalized approach that integrates knowledge, experience, and understanding of clients' goals, families, interests, and passions. Their service model focuses on helping individuals, families, and businesses preserve and grow wealth consistent with their risk tolerance, generate investment income to support lifestyle spending, protect against inflation, and transfer estate value efficiently while minimizing tax impact. Michael holds a Bachelor's degree from Baldwin Wallace College and a High School Diploma from Lake Catholic High School. He also holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Karen P. Nakon Breast Cancer Foundation. Michael resides in Perry Township, Ohio, with his wife Teri and their daughter Kylie Erin. He is an avid bicyclist and angler.

Jennifer Bowen is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Streetsboro, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 10 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2018. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies and access to affiliated mutual funds and separately managed accounts. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Annette Oliver is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Hudson, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2005. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a broad range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Laurie Wolowicz is a financial advisor at Merrill with 28 years of experience at the firm. She holds a Series 66 designation. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a power of attorney for a family member. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Bruce Matlock is a CFP® professional with 26 years of experience in the financial advisory industry. He has been with Emerald Investments, Inc. since 1994, serving as the firm's sole advisor. Emerald Investments, Inc. provides investment advisory and portfolio management services primarily to individual clients and also offers pension consulting for small plan sponsors. The firm manages approximately $5.9 million in assets across about 15 clients, combining discretionary portfolio management with retirement plan consulting.