Jodi Steczynski is a financial advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co., holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. She has worked at Robert W. Baird & Co. since 2018 and previously held roles at LPL Financial and Lawrence P. Gerwe from 2012 to 2018. She is part of The DDK Group within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management practice, which serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The team offers tailored financial planning and portfolio management services, utilizing a combination of in-house and third-party managers, including traditional and non-traditional investment strategies.

Joseph Rodgers is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked across multiple Fidelity entities since 2011. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Zachary Brown is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial and SEI Wealth Management. Outside of advisory work, he has been involved with several local businesses, including operating a pizza franchise and engaging with recreational service ventures. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment solutions for individuals, retirement plans, banks, and institutions, supported by proprietary research and technology tools.

Matthew Kinsella is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2016. He has been associated with Fidelity Investments since 2006, progressing through positions from Senior Retirement Specialist to Account Executive and Client Management Representative, and then Financial Consultant before his current role. His experience spans over 18 years in retirement planning. Throughout his career, Matthew has focused on guiding clients toward confident and fulfilling retirements by implementing personalized planning strategies. His goal is to help clients protect their assets, support their desired lifestyles, and establish lasting legacies for future generations. He holds an insurance license in Arkansas. Outside of his professional work, Matthew enjoys fishing, fitness, gardening, scuba diving, and traveling.

Christopher Smith is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Fidelity Investments and the University of Cincinnati. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, with an investment approach that combines proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is notable for its registration as a commodity pool operator, advisory roles to multiple registered investment companies, and use of algorithmic methods and AI in research.

Eric Wilfong is a CFP® with 12 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Fidelity Investments. His prior work history includes roles at Paycor, Touchstone Securities, and IFS Financial Services. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, employing a systematic investment process that integrates fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Christa Knollman is a Certified Financial Planner® at Ameriprise Financial Services with 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise since 2016 and also serves as Director of Advisor Development at Heick, Hester, Smith & Associates, where she coaches financial advisors on client acquisition and firm initiatives. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving both individual and institutional clients. It offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement income planning advice through a collaboration between a centralized service team and the client’s financial advisor.

Ryan Kendall is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Fidelity and its affiliates since 2005, including roles at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors from 2018 to 2025. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios incorporating mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Delano Balter is a financial advisor with Fidelity who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at various Fidelity entities since 2004, including Fidelity Brokerage Services, Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors, and Fidelity Investments. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and the management of model portfolios. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, with distinctive features such as registration as a commodity pool operator and use of AI-driven research methodologies.

Avery Wood is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role held since 2026. Prior to this, Avery served as a Workplace Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2026. In these roles, Avery focuses on building trusted, long-term relationships with families, guiding them toward financial success in retirement and across every stage of life. Outside of work, Avery's personal interests include baseball, family activities, and golf.

Sandra Davis Skeen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Harrison, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and over seven years of industry experience. She has worked with LPL Financial since 2018 and is also involved with Capital Concepts INC and Coldwell Banker West Shell, where she has a background in real estate as a realtor. Additionally, she owns and operates a tax preparation and accounting business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, utilizing various portfolio strategies and technology tools to support its network of over 22,800 advisors.

Lisa Foster is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience, currently advising at Cetera. Her prior roles include extensive tenures at Avantax Insurance Agency, Avantax Advisory Services, and Avantax Investment Services. In addition to her advisory work, she owns and operates L.A. Foster, Inc., a tax preparation and accounting firm. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options, financial planning services, and access to third-party money managers.

Michelle Neiheisel is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 19 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked in various roles within Fidelity since 2005. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved as a TikTok Shop affiliate, promoting products through social media. Michelle is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering model portfolios and advisory services across a range of investment vehicles.

Kevin Widener is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its predecessor entities since 1998 and holds a Series 63 designation. Outside of his advisory role, he participates in a health insurance program through Life X/Cigna that involves research-based policy participation. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset thresholds, offering written recommendation reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research-driven modeling with algorithmic automation to generate tailored retirement income recommendations, serving a broad client base through its wide range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Maryann Pietromonaco is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 36 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and works at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Pietromonaco serves as Board Chair of Aviatra Accelerators, an organization focused on education and mentoring loans to female entrepreneurs, and is involved with several nonprofit boards including the Alliance of Catholic Urban Education and the SUNY Oneonta Foundation Finance Investment Sub-Committee. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutions with a range of advisory programs, including financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and scenario modeling as part of its advisory process.

John Schablein is a CFP® professional with 37 years of industry experience, currently serving at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2015. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has held various roles including coaching basketball at local high schools. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts through financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services. The firm offers multiple investment platforms and proprietary model strategies, delivering services via a broad network of independent financial professionals.

D.J. Trindle is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including 11 years at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association in Cincinnati, OH. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individuals and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and investment models as part of its financial planning process.

Alex Tussey is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Cincinnati, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS, he worked at Merrill from 2021 to 2024 and has held various roles at financial services and realty firms since 2016. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of brokerage and advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and employs proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor advice to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Scott Custis is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation and has previously worked at firms including UBS Financial Services, Fidelity, Money Scientific, and DC Capital Management. Custis also manages an advisory business with River Hills Consulting LLC. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, known for its specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Kelly Palmer is a financial advisor with Merrill in Fort Mitchell, KY, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2011 and joined Bank of America, N.A. in 2025. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.