Julia Behymer is a financial advisor with Oppenheimer who holds a Series 63 designation and has 19 years of industry experience. She worked at Morgan Stanley for nine years before joining Oppenheimer in 2022. Based in Cincinnati, OH, she currently serves clients through her role at Oppenheimer. Oppenheimer is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, corporations, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and pooled investment vehicles. The firm offers a range of programs including asset management, consulting, and retirement services, with both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory approaches.

Craig Mitchell is a financial advisor at Fifth Third Securities, Inc. in Cincinnati, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation with 21 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Fifth Third Securities since 2010, with prior experience at Truist Investment Services. Fifth Third Securities serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, corporations, and trusts, offering investment advisory and brokerage services through multiple program types on the Passageway Managed Account platform. The firm is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fifth Third Bank and provides varied investment options including advisor-directed mutual fund and ETF models, separately managed accounts, and tax-overlay services.

Zachary Steinmetz is a financial advisor with Fifth Third Securities, Inc. He holds the Series 66 designation and has 12 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fifth Third Securities and Fifth Third Bank in 2022, he worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and Edward Jones. Fifth Third Securities, Inc. provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, charitable organizations, corporate clients, and institutional investors through its Passageway Managed Account Program. The firm offers multiple discretionary managed-account options and features such as direct indexing and tax-overlay services, supported by its affiliation with Fifth Third Bank and a combination of third-party and advisor-managed portfolios.

Olivia Szweda is a financial advisor at Mariner with a Series 65 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Mariner, she held positions in the hospitality sector, including roles at Paesano's Pasta House and Bonefish Grill. Mariner serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations, providing investment management, financial planning, retirement consulting, and integrated tax and accounting services. The firm employs discretionary, customized portfolios supported by an internal team and third-party managers, with offerings that include alternatives, structured notes, and digital assets.

Neil Cate is a financial advisor at Fifth Third Securities, Inc. based in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 66 designation with six years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Fifth Third Securities since 2020, Fifth Third Bank since 2018, Edward Jones from 2017 to 2018, and Esko from 2011 to 2017. Fifth Third Securities, Inc. offers brokerage and investment advisory services through its Passageway Managed Account Program to individuals, charitable organizations, corporate and business clients, and institutional investors. The firm combines its municipal-advisor registration with its affiliation to Fifth Third Bank, providing access to multiple discretionary managed-account programs and investment features such as direct indexing and tax-overlay services.

Michael Smith is a financial advisor at Guardian Life with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at NYLife Securities LLC and New York Life Insurance Company before joining Park Avenue Securities, a subsidiary of Guardian Life. Michael has been involved with Beyond The Walls Ministry for over a decade. Park Avenue Securities LLC, operating as Park Avenue® Wealth Management, offers brokerage and advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm provides tailored client relationships through advisor-led discretionary management and model-based strategies, supported by proprietary programs and third-party platforms.

Carmen Sanders is a financial advisor with Fifth Third Securities, Inc. in Cincinnati, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. She has been with Fifth Third Securities since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she supports the North Avondale Recreation Center and serves as a troubleshooter for the Hamilton County Board of Elections. Fifth Third Securities provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, charitable organizations, corporate clients, and institutional investors. The firm offers multiple discretionary managed-account programs through its Passageway platform, combining third-party portfolio managers, strategist portfolios, and advisor-managed sleeves, with features such as direct indexing and tax-overlay services.

William Mitchell is a financial advisor with Transamerica Financial Advisors in Cincinnati, OH, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Transamerica Financial Advisors since 2012 and also has tenure at Virtual Financial Group and The Wealth Wave. His other business activities include sales of insurance and non-insurance products for companies affiliated with Transamerica Financial Advisors. Transamerica Financial Advisors serves a broad client base including individual investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, and corporations. The firm offers both advisory and broker-dealer services through proprietary and third-party model portfolios and manages over $2 billion in assets under management across discretionary and non-discretionary programs.

Connor Hawkins is a CFP® and ChFC® credentialed advisor with five years of experience, currently affiliated with Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities. His career includes roles at Guardian Life Insurance Company and Lifetime Financial Growth, as well as several positions at The College of Wooster. Hawkins also maintains a fixed insurance brokerage as an ancillary business. He works with Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, which offers brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm combines advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and provides a range of financial planning, consulting, and investment solutions tailored to client needs.

Jennifer Elliott is a financial advisor with Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has served in operations management roles at Canvas Financial and Boom Planning since 2023 and has been affiliated with Ameritas entities since 2006. Outside of finance, Elliott is a freelance flutist and music director at Trinity Episcopal Church in Hamilton, Ohio, where she provides music for worship services and teaches flute. Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC provides investment advisory and planning services to individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a range of asset management and financial planning solutions, employing both proprietary and third-party model portfolios across multiple program platforms.

Timothy Sabin is a financial advisor with Transamerica Financial Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He has maintained various business activities outside of advising, including owning a maker of African drums and serving as a sports official for high school softball, volleyball, and basketball. Sabin also operates a tax preparation service. Transamerica Financial Advisors serves a broad client base including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and businesses, utilizing a model portfolio approach implemented through third-party managers and digital platforms. The firm offers integrated retirement plan services and distributes affiliated mutual funds and insurance products.

Marisa Serna is a financial advisor at Mariner in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 65 designation with industry experience beginning in 2024. Prior to joining Mariner, she worked at MDM Wealth Management and Bartlett Wealth Management. Outside of finance, Serna has experience in the hospitality sector with Great Wolf Lodge and Wendy's, as well as a teaching role at Sandusky Central Catholic School. Mariner serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations, offering investment management, financial planning, and retirement consulting. The firm employs discretionary, customized portfolios supported by an internal team and third-party managers, and integrates tax and accounting services alongside traditional portfolio management.

Sanford Aderson is a financial advisor with Guardian Life and holds a Series 63 designation. He has 24 years of industry experience and has been associated with Park Avenue Securities since 2002. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a trustee of a perpetual charitable testamentary trust and is a board member of the Westmoreland Country Club and Madison on Bellefield condominium association. Park Avenue Securities LLC, a subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, offers brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, corporate and retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm combines advisor-led discretionary management with model-based strategies and provides access to proprietary programs, third-party advisory solutions, and a range of financial planning and consulting services.

Luke Kremzar is a financial advisor at Mariner with a Series 65 credential and three years of industry experience. Before joining Mariner Wealth in 2025, he worked at Cassady Schiller CPA's and Advisers from 2021 to 2025. Mariner serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations through comprehensive investment management, financial planning, retirement consulting, and tax services. The firm combines discretionary portfolio management with in-house research and third-party managers, and it offers integrated tax, accounting, and family office services alongside innovative employer financial wellness tools.

Michael Yannucci is a CFP® professional with 20 years of experience in financial advising. He is currently with Commonwealth Financial Network and Hillcrest Financial Group, where he also operates as an insurance agent for fixed insurance products. His prior experience includes over a decade at Miccoli & Associates Financial Services. Commonwealth Financial Network is a registered investment adviser serving a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors. The firm provides a range of advisory programs and services, including wealth management and retirement plan consulting, supported by a platform that offers operations, trading, technology, investment management, and compliance support.

Constance Palazzolo is a financial advisor at Oppenheimer with 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Oppenheimer since 2006 and previously worked at KeyBanc Capital Markets Inc. from 1999 to 2006. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and serves as a trustee for a family special needs trust. Oppenheimer is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, corporations, pension plans, charitable organizations, and IRAs. The firm provides a broad range of advisory programs and combines discretionary and non-discretionary investment management services, maintaining custody of client assets and offering both commission-based and fee-based solutions.

Jeffrey Leibfarth is a financial advisor with GWN Securities Inc. in Liberty Township, OH, holding a Series 63 designation and 34 years of industry experience. He has been with GWN Securities since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in the sale of fixed annuities and insurance products through a related business. GWN Securities is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, including high-net-worth clients, and business clients. The firm offers discretionary managed accounts, financial planning, and access to third-party sub-advisers and model portfolios, with a distinctive history of employing market-timing and momentum strategies within its managed-account programs.

Jeremy Gates is a CFP® with 22 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Fifth Third Securities, Inc. since 2012. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses. Fifth Third Securities, Inc. offers brokerage and investment advisory services through its Passageway Managed Account Program to individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, corporate and business clients, and institutional investors. The firm provides multiple discretionary managed-account programs with features such as direct indexing and tax-overlay services, operating as a subsidiary of Fifth Third Bank with a distinctive municipal-advisor registration and layered corporate relationships.

Gabriel Thelen is a financial advisor at Cerity Partners LLC with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has previously worked at Fidelity Investments. Outside of finance, he has experience in hospitality and education sectors. Cerity Partners advises a diverse client base, including individuals, families, trusts, business entities, and institutional investors, managing approximately $166.2 billion in client assets. The firm offers customized wealth management services with a focus on client-specific investment profiles and access to alternative and private market solutions.

Matthew Glassmeyer is a financial advisor with Commonwealth Financial Network in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Commonwealth and Cornerstone Financial Group since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a bookkeeper for Elite Performance Climbing and acts as a mentor coordinator with BNI Cincy North. Commonwealth Financial Network is a registered investment adviser serving a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors and their clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs and support services, including discretionary model portfolios and personalized investment solutions, while offering operational and compliance support to affiliated advisors.