Jonathan Houk is a CFP® professional with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving at ValMark Advisers, Inc. since 2012. He has also worked at Wealth Impact Advisors, LLC and Poitinger, Redmond, Lyons, Kura & Company. Outside of financial advising, Houk is president and secretary of Friends of Metro Parks, a nonprofit supporting public enjoyment of Summit County Metro Parks. ValMark Advisers, Inc. provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 investment advisory representatives. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers proprietary programs such as the ACCESS wrap platform and the TOPS® ETF portfolios.

Madison Strahan is a CFP® with two years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Dakota Wealth, LLC. Prior to joining Dakota Wealth, he worked at Springside Partners LLC and has experience outside finance in the restaurant industry and higher education. Dakota Wealth, LLC provides wealth management, financial planning, retirement plan advisory, and portfolio management services to a diverse range of clients, including individuals, trusts, foundations, and business enterprises. The firm employs a customized, long-term investment approach and is involved in managing pooled investment vehicles and serving as a sub-advisor to a registered ETF.

James Redmond is a CFP® professional with 43 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with ValMark Advisers, Inc. since 1998. He previously worked at Poitinger Redmond Lyons Kura Walker & Co. beginning in 1988. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the board of The Rotary Camp for Children with Special Needs and leads Redmond Financial, Inc. as president. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 representatives. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers a range of proprietary programs and platforms.

Craig Welch Jr. is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, OH, bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at ValMark since 2018 and previously spent seven years with Key Bank NA and Key Investment Services LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is co-owner of IVL Baseball, a baseball and softball training and club team organization. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 advisors. The firm offers diversified, goal-based model portfolios primarily implemented with mutual funds, ETFs, and approved third-party managers, and supports its advisors with due diligence, back-office services, and a range of proprietary and third-party platforms.

Chase Henderson is a financial advisor at StoneX Advisors Inc. with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and began his advisory career with StoneX Advisors Inc. and StoneX Securities Inc. in 2025. Prior to his advisory role, he was employed at Miami University and the Miami University Rec Center. Henderson also operates Henderson Financial Services, focusing on insurance and investments. StoneX Advisors Inc. serves individuals, corporations, retirement plans, and charitable organizations with portfolio management, financial planning, ERISA plan consulting, and related services. The firm offers a range of investment strategies through independent advisors and an in-house Private Client Group, utilizing platforms like Envestnet and Advyzon for portfolio implementation and tax-aware services.

Angela Day is a financial advisor with International Assets Investment Management, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. She has previously worked at Woods Associates and Fair Play Family Center. International Assets Investment Management provides investment advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, and other business entities through a national network of independent investment adviser representatives. The firm focuses on customized, long-term portfolio construction using mutual funds, ETFs, equities, and fixed income, and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary management along with financial planning and access to third-party manager programs.

Tyler Hines is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. He has three years of industry experience and has worked at several ValMark entities since 2021. Prior to his advisory career, he held positions at Discount Drug Mart, Kohls, and Sub Station. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional entities. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation, utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers, along with proprietary programs and third-party platforms.

Chad Henderson is a financial advisor at StoneX Advisors Inc. with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at StoneX Securities Inc. since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, Henderson is involved in managing a family farm that raises livestock and cultivates land. StoneX Advisors Inc. serves individuals, corporations, retirement plans, and charitable organizations by providing portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services through independent advisors and an in-house Private Client Group. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary models, third-party money managers, and various platforms to implement customized investment strategies.

Caleb Nitz is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 17 years of industry experience. He has been with ValMark Advisers, Inc. since 2009 and also affiliated with ValMark Securities, Inc. since 2008. He is based in Akron, Ohio. ValMark Advisers, Inc. provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals—including high-net-worth clients—as well as plan sponsors and institutional users through a network of approximately 280 investment advisory representatives. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios implemented primarily with mutual funds, ETFs, and approved third-party managers, and offers a range of proprietary and third-party investment platforms and services.

Carmen Donofrio is a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. with eight years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, CFA®, and Series 66 designations. Prior to his current role, he worked at Valmark Securities, Inc. and was affiliated with the University of Akron. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 representatives. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based portfolios primarily using mutual funds, ETFs, and approved third-party managers, supported by proprietary platforms and third-party programs.

Craig Fishel is a financial advisor at RFG Advisory, LLC with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license. Prior to joining RFG Advisory, he worked at Private Client Services and Equitable Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner at Paramount Financial Planning, LLC, a financial planning and investment firm. RFG Advisory serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and institutional clients such as investment companies and government entities. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to alternative investments while acting as a fiduciary for retirement accounts and plan sponsors.

William Potts is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional entities. The firm uses diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation strategies, implementing solutions through mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers with oversight from an investment committee.

Ian Koutny is a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at ValMark Advisers and ValMark Securities since 2020. His prior roles include positions at Cetera Advisor Networks and the U.S. House of Representatives. Koutny is also a financial consultant with Lang Financial Group, Inc., a business conducted through ValMark. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional entities. The firm employs a goal-based investment approach centered on diversified model portfolios and asset allocation, utilizing proprietary and third-party platforms along with periodic account monitoring and rebalancing.

Stephen Catalano is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. based in Akron, Ohio. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 28 years of industry experience, including prior roles at UBS Financial Services and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as Vice President of The Ninth Light Dojo, a martial arts studio, and is a director of the Western Golf Association of Evans Scholars Foundation. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth clients, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional entities. The firm’s investment approach focuses on diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation implemented through mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers, with ongoing monitoring and rebalancing overseen by an investment committee.

Micah Bogue is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at Amazon.com and Grace Church of Norton. He is also a partner with Momentum Ministry Partners, where he participates as a bass player for an annual conference focused on ministry leadership. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 advisors. The firm offers diversified, goal-based portfolios primarily using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, supported by proprietary platforms and a range of advisory and sub-advisory services.

Donald Ross is a financial advisor with CoreCap Advisors holding a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Cooper, Adel, Vu Financial and various affiliated entities. He is also an IRS Enrolled Agent assisting clients with tax preparation and advice through Cooper, Adel, Vu Tax, LLC. CoreCap Advisors serves individual clients including high-net-worth and accredited investors, self-directed retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm offers discretionary investment management, financial planning, and access to third-party sub-advisors, with an investment approach focused on long-term relationships and tax-efficient strategies.

Henry Pilger is a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the PFS™ designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior work includes roles at River Distributing Co, LLC, Vista Wealth Management, LLC, Valmark Securities, Inc., and Burr, Pilger & Mayer. Outside of advisory work, he is involved as a partner in investment partnerships owning commercial and residential real estate and serves as a trustee for multiple irrevocable life insurance trusts. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 representatives. The firm offers diversified, goal-based portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, supported by proprietary platforms and ongoing portfolio monitoring.

Heath Smargiasso is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked with Valmark Financial Group since 2020 and previously with SSN Advisory, Inc and Securities Service Network, Inc. He is also president of Able Regulatory Consultants, LLC, providing advisory practice management and consulting services to financial professionals. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional entities. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation, utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers, with ongoing portfolio monitoring and rebalancing overseen by an investment committee.

Michael Tricaso is a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at ValMark Financial Group since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he owns an online retail business, Bear Feet LLC. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 advisors. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers various proprietary and third-party investment platforms.

Frank Bevilacqua II is a CFP® professional with over 21 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is affiliated with ValMark Advisers, Inc. and has been involved with multiple related entities, including W3 Wealth Management, LLC, where he serves as a partner and owner. Outside of his advisory work, he holds a volunteer treasurer position for a homeowners association and has ownership interests in several business ventures unrelated to investment management. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a large network of advisors. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based portfolios implemented primarily with mutual funds, ETFs, and approved third-party managers, supported by proprietary platforms and comprehensive due diligence.