Kyle Holdsworth is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Broadview Heights, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors in 2023, he worked at Fidelity Investments and has experience in various roles including a position at Orchard Bar & Grill. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved as an independent agent for outside fixed insurance products and is a member of Lakeside Financial Partners, an LLC based in Brecksville, OH. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, charities, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs, utilizing LPL-sponsored platforms and endorsed third-party managers to provide a range of advisory and brokerage solutions.

Ryan Radonich is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2006 and was previously affiliated with Axa Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Radonich serves as Chief Operations Officer at Chagrin Valley Dental and owns several non-investment businesses, including Lakeside Holdings, LLC and Novelty Lake Tree Farm. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement plan support, and access to asset management through third-party programs. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model and offers both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to meet client needs.

Matthew Thomas is a Wealth Management Advisor serving as a Merrill Resident Director. He began his career in financial services in 2005 and most recently worked with JP Morgan as a private client advisor. Matthew specializes in developing personalized financial strategies that address individual clients’ needs and goals, and he acts as a Portfolio Manager by managing discretionary investment strategies that may include individual stocks and bonds, model portfolios, and third-party strategies. Matthew holds a Master of Science degree and a Bachelor's degree from Indiana Wesleyan University. He also earned an Undergraduate Certificate in Investment Management from Yale University. His professional credentials include the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP) designation, along with the Accredited Asset Management Specialist™ (AAMS) and Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ (AWMA) designations from the College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp. Committed to community involvement, Matthew participates in local volunteer organizations and maintains an active lifestyle including golf, soccer, and volleyball.

Robert Ross is a CFP® professional with 38 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2021 and previously spent over three decades with Integrity Financial Services, Inc., followed by a decade at Next Financial Group Inc. Outside of his advisory role, Ross serves on the advisory board of the Kairos Wellness Center in Akron, Ohio, and leads IFS Partners Agency, Inc., a business involved in insurance brokering and management related to his Ameriprise practice. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that include income analysis, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis, delivering these services through a centralized retirement-income consulting team in partnership with its financial advisors.

Michael Sheppard is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Richfield, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2018, he worked at Ganley Honda from 2010 to 2018. Sheppard has served as a past president and volunteer board member for the Broadview Heights Lion’s Club. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a national network of more than 23,700 advisors. The firm provides discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Michael Budzik is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors based in Strongsville, OH. He holds a Series 65 designation and has 20 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at PFS Investments, Inc. and Primerica Financial Services since 2005 and 2006, respectively, and a 27-year tenure with North Royalton City Schools. In addition to advisory services, he has involvement in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors serves primarily individual investors as well as corporate and charitable clients through a wrap-fee asset management program. The firm offers model-driven investment strategies supported by third-party asset managers and custodians, managing approximately $15.5 billion in assets with a large network of advisors and offices.

Brian Groves is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Independence, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he worked at Axa Advisors and National Interstate and served five years with the City of Stow Fire Department. Outside of finance, he is an allied member of the Ohio Craft Brewers Association. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs. The firm operates through program sponsors and third-party managers, providing both advisory and brokerage solutions.

Thomas Kefalos is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Richfield, Ohio, holding a Series 66 credential and 9 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2016 and previously worked at Major Facility Solutions. Outside of advising, he is involved in property management as a landlord. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a mix of non-discretionary advisory and discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment due diligence within a large, integrated operational framework.

Patton Teagle is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2014. Raymond James & Associates provides financial planning and investment consulting through its Wealth Advisory Services Program to a diverse client base, including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and government clients. The firm offers tailored financial plans and asset-allocation analyses, with a focus on both retail and institutional advisory services.

William Smith is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 33 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 designation and has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2012. The firm provides financial planning and investment consulting services to a diverse client base, including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and government clients. Raymond James & Associates offers tailored financial plans and asset-allocation analyses, supporting both non-discretionary advisory relationships and institutional consulting through its Wealth Advisory Services Program.

Denise Marko is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Akron, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2025, she spent 12 years with Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing in various advisory roles. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by advanced modeling tools.

Niniek Sulandari is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Seven Hills, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 17 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and operates World Bee Candle Co, a candle-making business that raises funds for student education on honey bees and pollinators. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory services with a fiduciary standard and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Jon Parkhurst is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, based in Strongsville, OH, and has 23 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2011 and operates Parkhurst Financial Services, where he serves as president. In addition to his advisory role, he is an independent insurance agent for various companies. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, retirement plan advisory, and financial-wellness services through a network of independent Financial Professionals, providing both proprietary and third-party strategy options across multiple platform arrangements.

Ashley Watson is the Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2025. In this position, she partners with individuals and their families to understand their goals and creates customized financial plans centered on their priorities. Prior to this, she held several positions at Fidelity Investments, including Financial Consultant (2024-2025), Investment Consultant (2023-2024), Planning Consultant (2021-2023), Relationship Manager (2020-2021), and Financial Representative (2018-2020). Throughout her career at Fidelity Investments, Ashley has developed expertise in wealth planning, financial consulting, investment consulting, and client relationship management. She is dedicated to helping families work toward financial security to provide peace of mind and flexibility. Outside of work, Ashley is married with two young children. She enjoys spending time with her family, gardening, golfing, and traveling.

Gavin Shindeldecker is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with three years of industry experience. He is currently with Charles Schwab in Richfield, OH, having previously worked at Equitable Advisors, LPL Financial, and Navigation Wealth Management. Prior to his financial career, he held roles at Walmart, Kent State University, and Snow Trails Winter Resort. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. primarily serves 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 management options, integrating brokerage, custody, and advisory services within a large-scale, centralized operational structure.

Quinn Alberty is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Robert Baird & Co. and Fidelity Investments. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to 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 and investment management capabilities.

Brian Mccarty is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Copley, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2004. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of his neighborhood homeowners association. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based financial planning without discretionary trading authority and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing option.

Heather Wilson is a financial advisor with Cetera in Cleveland, OH, holding 21 years of industry experience. She has served in advisory and supervisory roles at Vantage Financial Group since 2014 and is also an advisory representative at FM Strategies. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates as a multi-manager platform serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a network of over 10,000 advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services, utilizing various program structures and affiliations.

Joshua Rymer is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank, as well as brief positions in the leasing and remodeling sectors. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. 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 combines non-discretionary advisory with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Andrew Harding is a financial advisor with Merrill in Akron, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2015 and concurrently with Bank of America since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Harding serves as a trustee on the board of Old Trail School, a charitable organization in Bath, Ohio. Merrill 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 to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.