Brent Affolter is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in Cleveland, OH, holding a Series 63 license and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at MassMutual Investors Services since 2017 and previously held positions at MassMutual Life Insurance and MetLife Securities. Outside of advising, he is involved in insurance sales across life, health, disability, long-term care, and fixed annuities, and he owns an LLC for tax and business administrative purposes. MassMutual Investors Services operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering financial planning and asset management to individuals, business owners, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm’s approach includes collaborative, annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved software and tools, with implementation of recommendations arranged separately.

Harlynn J M Hobbs is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Charles Schwab since 2002, including a role at Charles Schwab Trust Bank since 2021. Outside of his advisory work, he occasionally works as a cook at various functions. Charles Schwab 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management services supported by centralized custody, brokerage, and due diligence resources.

James Mc Crone is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors in 2025, he worked at Carpenter & Associates and Highland Consulting Associates, Inc. Outside of finance, he is employed at Panini's Bar and Grill in Willoughby, OH. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients by offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm utilizes a range of third-party advisory models and offers services covering mutual funds, ETFs, separate accounts, and select alternative investments.

Kristopher Sayre is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan in various capacities since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Caroline Adams is a Senior Financial Advisor with Williams, Jones & Associates at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She joined Merrill in 2021 after working as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with a large Montana-based public accounting firm, where she worked in both the Audit and Tax Departments supporting non-profit, government entities, individuals, and businesses. In her current role, she assists clients with a comprehensive range of financial needs. Her expertise includes tax-sensitive investment strategies, business planning, cash-flow analysis, higher-education savings, and wealth transfer. Caroline leverages her public accounting background to collaborate effectively with clients' external tax and legal advisors to ensure steady progress on shared financial initiatives. She focuses on supporting successive generations of client families in developing sound financial habits and pursuing long-term financial independence. Caroline holds dual Bachelor's degrees in Accounting and Finance from Carroll College in Helena. She has earned the designations of Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She is involved with the Idaho Women's Charitable Foundation. Caroline and her husband, Cole, live in Boise with their golden retriever, Bo, and enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, snow skiing, and tennis.

Daniel Leugers is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Osaic Wealth Inc. He previously worked at VALIC Financial Advisors for 22 years and holds Series 66 registration. Leugers also owns BlueHaven Wealth Management, operating as a financial advisor under that firm. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools and multiple portfolio management platforms to deliver customized investment solutions.

Michael Leonakis is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Independence, Ohio, holding the Series 66 designation and bringing 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors for 13 years and briefly at OSAIC prior to joining Equitable Advisors. Outside of advising, he is the managing member of Cleveland Executive Consulting, LLC, a business established for payroll and business expense services. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients by providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs. The firm utilizes a network of Investment Adviser Representatives to deliver customized advisory solutions, frequently leveraging third-party asset managers and LPL-sponsored programs.

William Lloyd is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 17 years of industry experience. He is currently with Ameriprise in Chagrin Falls, OH, having joined the firm in 2026 after roles at The Huntington Investment Company and BMO Harris Bank. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Ameriprise Premier Retirement Income service that provides ongoing, tax-aware strategies and personalized recommendations.

Omid Sattarian is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has worked at firms including Bank of America, Wells Fargo Clearing, and PNC Investments. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the finance committee of the nonprofit organization Towards Employment in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Natalie Mowry is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She specializes in a range of client focus areas including Corporate Executive Services, Divorce Transition Planning, Education Planning, Legacy Planning, Personal Retirement Planning, Portfolio Management Services, Women and Wealth, Individual and Corporate Investment Strategy, and Retirement Income. Natalie's approach centers on connecting all aspects of a client’s financial life to help prioritize and pursue their most important goals. Natalie began her career as an Advisor and Manager of Financial Services at a Fortune 500 financial firm before joining Merrill in 2009. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Toledo Honors Program with a concentration in Financial Services. Her professional designations include CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). She is also recognized as a Better Money Habits Champion in her community. Natalie lives in Aurora with her husband Steve and their two daughters. Her personal interests include golfing, tennis, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Jason Lukz is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds 15 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cetera in 2025, he worked at Avantax Insurance Agency, Avantax Advisory Services, and Avantax Investment Services for eight years, as well as at ValMark Advisers and ValMark Securities for three years. He is the owner and sole proprietor of Golden Financial Consulting, LLC, operating under the marketing name NIR. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and features diverse program options including model portfolios, third-party managers, and bespoke strategies.

Frank Ferritto is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Robert W. Baird since 2021 and previously spent nine years at UBS Financial Services. Based in Cleveland, OH, he is part of The DDK Group within Robert W. Baird & Co. The DDK Group advises a broad range of clients, including individuals, families, pensions, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning and portfolio management services. The team employs both in-house and third-party managers to tailor strategies that align with client goals and risk tolerances, offering a variety of investment approaches including traditional and non-traditional allocations.

Kristin Askey is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Independence, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. She has worked with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, AXA Advisors, LLC, since 2004. In addition to her advisory role, she operates under the DBA Stratus Advisors, contracting with various outside long-term care carriers. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs. The firm’s approach involves assessing client information and risk tolerance to align clients with suitable program models or discretionary managers, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Jon Shane is a financial advisor at Merrill with 44 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Merrill since 1981, including 15 years with Bank of America, N.A. Shane serves as a trustee for family trusts, including an irrevocable insurance trust and a residence trust. 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, and institutions.

Gregory Box is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 23 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. from 2009 to 2025. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in two real estate rental businesses, overseeing property management and financial record keeping. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base that includes individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm provides financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions, utilizing various portfolio management styles supported by firm research and affiliated sub-advisers.

William Perkins IV is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses, and brings 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at OSAIC since 2024 and previously spent over a decade with Securities America Advisors, Inc. Additionally, he has been involved in fixed insurance sales through his own agency since 2006. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with a variety of investment platforms and uses tools such as asset-allocation modeling and automated rebalancing to construct portfolios that include stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.

Susan Paolo is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding the Series 66 designation and possessing 19 years of industry experience. She previously worked with Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, accumulating a total of 11 years at those firms before joining Raymond James in 2023. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering non-discretionary financial planning and consulting supported by a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Gregory Crissman is Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments. He is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring wealth planning strategies for clients and their families. Gregory has over 20 years of experience at Fidelity Investments, having held several roles including Vice President, Financial Consultant; Private Access Relationship Manager; Investor Center Investments Representative; and Customer Service Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Registered Representative at Vista Financial Group. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Gregory enjoys baseball, family activities, gardening, golf, music, and traveling.

Paul La Banc III is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and over 34 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 18 years before joining LPL Financial in 2023. In addition to his advisory role, he is an owner of Oak Tree 100, LLC, a business entity for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Nathan Bowman is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Independence, Ohio, and has three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he was self-employed for five years and has held positions at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation and local fire departments. He is also the owner of Archival Arms LLC, a non-investment business. Equitable Advisors serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers.