Jacob Mason is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in wealth management and retirement planning. He works closely with clients to develop strategies tailored to their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals, providing support across general investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected events. Jacob also offers access to Bank of America specialists for additional financial services such as banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions.\n\nWith expertise in areas including employee benefits planning, executive compensation, liquidity management, and tax minimization, Jacob assists clients in managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and portfolio management. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Grand Valley State University.\n\nOutside of his professional work, Jacob enjoys baseball, fishing, football, and golfing.

James Sebastian is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Cincinnati, Ohio, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 1996 and has served on the Butler County Board of Elections since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in raising and selling feeder calves. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving primarily individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm operates at scale with approximately 3,987 advisors and utilizes model-delivery strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers.

John Hill is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach typically involves model-driven portfolios and access to third-party asset managers and wrap programs.

Julie King is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Hamilton, Ohio, holding a Series 66 credential and 18 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at UBS Financial Services, Morgan Stanley, and Citigroup Global Markets. She is also an associate at Yellow Cardinal Brokerage Services, where she works as a brokerage and compliance administrator supporting Raymond James advisors. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and nonprofit clients. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports various advisory programs, including municipal and public-finance services.

Tatjana Cumic is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing five years of industry experience. She has worked with Thrivent since 2020 and previously held roles at Express Employment Professionals and the University of Montenegro. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering comprehensive financial planning across a range of topics without portfolio management for institutional clients. The firm combines goal-based analyses with a managed-account program under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan.”

Charles Futel Jr. is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 63 designation and 43 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 1983. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an elder at Renew Community Church and owns a business named Rich Habits. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm operates on a large scale, delivering advisory services through financial advisors who utilize model-based investment strategies managed by third-party asset managers.

Jennifer Eberhard is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Cincinnati, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with four years of industry experience. She previously worked at Fidelity Investments and operated Vincenzo's Ristorante for 17 years. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in retail sales at Party Source, working in the wine department. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice grounded in modern portfolio theory. The firm includes a broad range of financial products in its offerings, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Anthony Sexton is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 19 years of industry experience. He previously worked at INVEST Financial Corp. for six years before joining LPL Financial in 2018. Sexton is also involved with Tri-County Assurance Agency, Inc. as an agent in the sales and service of fixed insurance products and has part-time experience in tax preparation and accounting. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to model portfolios, emphasizing both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies supported by various operational and research tools.

Matt Arnold is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. He has 20 years of experience working with high-net-worth individuals and families. His expertise includes retirement planning, income strategies, tax-efficient investing, and estate planning considerations. Matt focuses on helping clients navigate the capital markets by collaborating and building customized comprehensive financial plans. Prior to his current role, Matt served as Regional Vice President at Fisher Investments from 2020 to 2023. He has also held positions as Wealth Manager at Creative Planning (2016-2020), Financial Advisor at JP Morgan (2013-2016), Investment Consultant at TD Ameritrade (2009-2013), Associate at UBS (2007-2009), and worked in Service & Trading, Stock Plan Services at Fidelity Investments (2005-2007). Outside of his professional work, Matt's personal interests include fitness, football, golf, parenthood, traveling, and volunteering.

Steven Bays is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2020. In his capacity, he works with individuals and families to identify and assess risks and opportunities, aiming to align financial strategies with clients' goals and preferences. Prior to this role, he has held various positions at Fidelity Investments since 2015, including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, and Investment Solutions Representative. His experience also includes serving as a Senior Sales Representative at Western and Southern Financial Group from 2013 to 2015. Throughout his career, Steven has focused on understanding client preferences to tailor financial solutions that meet their specific needs. Outside of his professional work, he engages in family activities and pursues interests in fitness, football, golf, and music.

James Connor II is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 38 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2018 and previously spent six years with INVEST Financial Corp. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of Tri-County Assurance Agency, Inc., a general insurance agency. 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, including model portfolios, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms.

Kevin Shank is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Financial Services since 1993 and Primerica Advisors since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he owns H + S One Enterprise, which is involved in low-income housing and housing rehabilitation investments. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm uses an independent due-diligence consultant to evaluate asset managers and employs a tiered wrap-fee structure while maintaining oversight of its curated third-party investment models.

Marsha Conley is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Cincinnati, Ohio, and has 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1988. Merrill, along 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 with model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Albert Chavez is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Cincinnati, OH, with 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2016 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that includes the use of firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Kyle Merk is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Cincinnati, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 17 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fidelity, Invest Financial Corporation, Touchstone Securities, and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a board member for the Midwest Rugby Development Foundation, a youth sports nonprofit in Cincinnati. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that utilizes firm‑approved tools and market scenario modeling.

Steven Papakirk is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 38 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of his advisory role, Papakirk serves on the board of the Ahepa-Buckeye Scholarship Foundation and is involved with the Order of Ahepa’s charitable activities. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Casey Rains is a CFP® with 18 years of industry experience, currently serving at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2014. His prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade and Fidelity. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research with a forward-looking capital market approach and includes specialized expertise in derivatives and commodities.

Sharon Harrison is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds a Series 66 designation. She has 23 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Resonate Advisors, Focus on Success, ValMark Advisers, and Osaic FA. In addition to her advisory work, she is an independent insurance agent servicing life insurance. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base that includes individual, institutional, pension, and charitable organizations by offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs through a large network of financial professionals across multiple platforms.

Richard Beckert is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He is the founder and strategic leader of The Beckert Wealth Management Group, serving a select group of clients by designing strategies tailored to their unique circumstances. He has been in the investment business since 1987 and has built a team that emphasizes intellectual rigor, in-depth customization, and committed service. Richard's expertise includes retirement plans, investment planning, and wealth transfer. He focuses on helping high-earning professionals and consultants consolidate and sustain their wealth through personalized financial planning, portfolio management, and small business strategies. His client focus areas include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, portfolio management services, and small business strategies. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Cincinnati and has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. In addition to his professional work, Richard and his team are involved in community activities, volunteering and fundraising for organizations such as City Gospel Mission, the Free Store, Salvation Army, and YMCA. His personal interests include basketball, cooking, gardening, golfing, reading, and running.

Mary Bosway is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 25 years of industry experience. She currently works at RBC Capital Markets and has previously held positions at Morgan Stanley, GWFS Equities, Inc., and Bb&T in various capacities. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a wide range of clients including individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs with customizable portfolio management and integrates both in-house and third-party investment managers to implement client strategies.