Gail Rukenbrod is a financial advisor with Merrill in Cincinnati, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing six years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Fidelity Brokerage Services and Bank of America, N.A., as well as positions related to financial wellness and education at the University of Kentucky. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Ben Verchick is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Mariner Wealth Advisor and Key Bank. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Tyler Eckstein is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds a Series 66 designation and has six years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms, including Long Schaefer Financial Advisors and Avantax Advisory Services. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in a residential rental property management business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management and consulting services, supporting advisors with discretionary and non-discretionary strategies across multiple program structures.

Kyle Fryer is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Cincinnati, OH, with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2022. Prior to this, he held positions at Miami University, MyUSA Credit Union, Cincinnati State Technical & Community College, and Meijer. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Mark Allen is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked with Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors, Strategic Advisers, and Fidelity Brokerage Services. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm utilizes a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and manages a range of advisory and fund-related services.

Griffin Kelp is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2019 and previously worked at Schmidt Architectural Iron, Inc. and Euromonitor International. Outside of his advisory role, he is a songwriter and receives music royalties through ASCAP and CDBaby. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm emphasizes structured planning processes supported by firm-approved tools and serves a broad range of clients through various financial products and strategies.

Cody Nesbitt is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and having 10 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2015. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing proprietary capital market assumptions, model-based asset allocations, and research to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers a broad range of financial products and capital markets services.

Erin Kaplan is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Mt Carmel, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning her advisory career in 2025. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked in various roles including positions at Xerox Business Solutions and Xometry. From 2013 to 2019, she was self-employed and operated a design business, Erin Cowan Designs. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients across a broad spectrum, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment options, operating under a fiduciary standard and supporting clients through a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

David Smith is a CFP® professional with 14 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2011. He holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Mt. Carmel, Ohio. Outside of his advisory role, he is CEO of a property management business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients nationwide, managing over $1 trillion in assets through a broad network of advisors and branch offices. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and proprietary investment products, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Steve Hornsberger is an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity Investments, where he has served since 2022. In his role, he collaborates with clients to develop comprehensive financial plans tailored to their unique situations and goals. He focuses on building long-term relationships to create adaptable strategies that adjust to changing circumstances and objectives. Steve has extensive experience in investment solutions, having previously held positions as an Investment Solutions Representative II and as a Fixed Income Specialist at Fidelity Investments from 2013 to 2022. He holds an Arkansas Insurance License, supporting his work in providing financial and insurance-related guidance. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Steve engages in activities such as baseball, family events, social gatherings with friends, hiking, outdoor adventures, and spending time with pets.

Dale Ballbach is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in West Chester, OH, holding a Series 63 designation and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 1997. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in the sale of loan products and home security and automation services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed account options to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure for its services.

Madeline Grosse is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Before joining Morgan Stanley, she worked in various roles including at Taste Of Belgium and Amazon. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analysis.

Alexandra Christman is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and less than one year of industry experience. Her prior work experience includes roles at Buffalo Wild Wings and Lowe's. She completed her education at Robert Morris University. 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 strategies for a range of clients including individuals and institutions.

Mary Kay Carter is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2019. In this capacity, she leads a team of advisors and support staff dedicated to providing personalized planning and guidance for investors across all stages of life. Her team focuses on understanding clients' needs and goals to ensure a consistent and high-quality customer experience. Her career at Fidelity Investments spans over two decades, during which she has held various positions including Director and Team Leader of Stock Plan Services, Customer Experience Manager, Retail Brokerage Trading Manager, and Retail Brokerage Trader. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked as a Trainer in Credit Granting and as a Credit Analyst at FACS Group. Mary Kay's personal interests include cooking and baking, visiting museums, parenthood, traveling, and volunteering.

Laura Walker is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Cincinnati, OH. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 11 years of industry experience, including four years at Fidelity Brokerage Services prior to joining UBS in 2017. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings that include financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Beckham Wyrick III is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he operates an accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll services business. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, trusts, estates, and retirement-plan sponsors. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, retirement plan advisory, and financial-wellness services through a network of independent financial professionals, utilizing multiple custody platforms, proprietary and third-party model strategies, and both discretionary and non-discretionary investment approaches.

Ryan O’Rourke is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2022, he worked at Pella Mid Atlantic, Sage Custom: S Ricker Holdings LLC, and Gunton Corporation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory programs for individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning and utilizing firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through both direct client relationships and employer-sponsored financial planning agreements.

Cory Youngs is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 19 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial. He serves as Vice President and Advisor/Trust Administrator at Peoples Bank in Mason, OH, where he is also a Relationship Manager for Peoples Investment Services. Youngs has held roles across multiple related entities since 2016. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and nonprofit organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary advice supported by advanced analytical tools and maintains unique municipal advisory capabilities alongside specialized retirement plan consulting services.

David Wood is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and its affiliate Cetera Financial Specialists LLC since 2003 and 2004, respectively. In addition to his advisory role, he sells health insurance and health plans to small businesses and individuals. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base, including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options, financial planning services, and access to third-party money managers, managing over $256 billion in assets through a network of more than 10,000 advisors.

Seth Knudsen is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. in Loveland, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and over 19 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones for 16 years and is currently the CEO of Knudsen Wealth Planning. Outside of his advisory work, Knudsen is a partner in KelJac CAC, a business entity established for potential real estate activities. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and supports institutional consulting through a large advisor network, with specialized offerings in municipal finance and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory services.