Lauri Mackey is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Medina, OH, holding a Series 66 designation with seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2018, Mackey worked for Contact at Once! A LivePerson Company from 2013 to 2018. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions through a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

James Hatton is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Brecksville, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 42 years of industry experience. His prior firms include Equitable Advisors LLC and SII Investments, Inc. He is also involved in an insurance agency, JEH Agency, based in Brecksville. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios and research from internal and third-party sources.

Sarah Horn is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with five years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at firms including LPL Financial and Global Retirement Partners. Horn is an associate board member of The Hunger Network, a nonprofit organization in Cleveland, OH. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. 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 investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a large-scale, integrated operational structure.

Walter Goggans Sr. is a financial advisor with Ameriprise who holds a Series 63 designation and has 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entity since 1998. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis, delivering tailored recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Daniel Welker is a CFP® and CFA® credentialed financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. He is currently with Edward Jones in Medina, OH, having joined in 2025 after prior roles at Huntington Private Bank, North Point Portfolio Managers Corporation, Raymond James & Associates, and Morgan Stanley. Outside of his advisory work, he manages a rental property in Cleveland, Ohio. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Leonard Peffer is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to clients such as corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Jason Netherton is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Medina, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Sustainable Significance LLC, a business focused on organic farming education and the sale of organic produce and gardening supplies. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendation reports. As a large institutional firm, it offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Randal Lupi is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Independence, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2004, including its predecessor firms Axa Advisors and Waddell & Reed. Outside of advising, he is an owner and partner in Student Loan Tech Inc. and serves as a member and vice president of Student Loan Gurus LLC. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs. The firm utilizes a range of proprietary and third-party advisory models, offering mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternatives while providing ERISA fiduciary services to qualified plans.

Aaron Smith is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2026. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2015, progressing through various positions including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Personal Banker at Dollar Bank and US Bank from 2007 to 2015. Throughout his career, Aaron has focused on assisting clients in making informed investment decisions by leveraging his experience and knowledge. He partners with clients to build and maintain financial plans tailored to their unique needs and goals. His approach centers on understanding each client's financial situation and aligning strategies and products accordingly. Outside of his professional work, Aaron’s interests include family activities, fitness, football, music, outdoor adventures, and pets.

Marci Stewart is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab since 1999 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Charles Schwab serves a large client base primarily composed of 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 both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and a comprehensive alternative investments program.

Kimberly Hudak is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and over 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Cetera Advisors LLC since 2013 and joined Cetera in 2024. Outside of her advisory role, Hudak volunteers with the Fire Fighters Memorial Ride, where she presents scholarships to the families of firefighters. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers diverse portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with a range of program options and affiliations.

Michelle Vance is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill Lynch since 1996. In addition to her advisory role, she serves as the executor of the Estate of Teddy R Vance. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Michael Crandall is a financial advisor at Robert Baird & Co. He holds the Series 66 designation and has four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Baird, he had roles with Whats the Scoop, Padua Franciscan High School, and Sweet Ceces. Robert Baird & Co. is a large institution serving individuals, corporate and business clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning, portfolio management, and advisory services, utilizing both internal research and external partnerships.

Austin Dillon is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Fairlawn, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at The Huntington Investment Company, The Prudential Insurance Company of America, and First Responder Financial Advisors. Outside of finance, he has experience working with Hoppin' Frog Brewery and the University of Akron. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing planning advice focused on income reliability and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Tiffany Safran is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In her role, she provides financial advisory services to clients, leveraging her expertise in wealth management. She holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), which supports her advisory capabilities. Tiffany earned her Bachelor's Degree from The University of Akron. Further details regarding her experience, personal interests, or community involvement have not been provided.

Curtis Reynolds II is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Securities and Bank of America, among other financial institutions. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management and incorporating research from multiple sources.

Aubrey Strippy is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 20 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at SII Investments, Inc. from 2011 to 2018 before joining LPL Financial. Outside of his advisory role, he is an Ohio Public Notary and has experience as a tax preparer. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside research from multiple sources.

Cory Kocher is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Richfield, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab and its affiliated entities since 2013, including Schwab Retirement Plan Services, Inc. from 2021 to 2023. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering non-discretionary investment guidance alongside access to discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm combines advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services within an integrated and large-scale platform.

George Malaska II is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 credential and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in the collection and sale of honey through his business, Buckeye Bee Company. Ameriprise serves clients primarily through retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations, supported by a large institutional platform offering advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Nicholas DePalma is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving clients since 2023. He builds relationships with clients to understand their unique situations, enabling him to co-create financial plans that help clients work towards their overall financial goals. Nicholas has a progressive career at Fidelity Investments, having held roles including Investment Consultant (2020-2022), Relationship Manager (2019-2020), Investor Center Financial Representative (2018-2019), Investment Solutions Representative (2017-2018), and Financial Representative (2016-2017). This experience has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of investment and financial advisory services. Outside of his professional work, Nicholas enjoys baseball, football, golf, spending time with friends at social events, and caring for his pets.