Kathryn Hoyt is a Series 66 licensed advisor with Merrill, based in Columbus, Ohio, and has 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2011. Outside of her advisory role, she owns Monthly Maker, a small business that sells monthly craft kits. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services primarily to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joel West is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Fidelity Brokerage Services, Huntington Bank, and JPMorgan Chase. Outside of his advisory role, he works as an independent contractor delivery driver for DoorDash. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to guide its recommendations.

Brenda Bennett is a CFP® with 21 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services since 2024. She previously worked at Hutchinson, Shockey, Erley & Co. and The Huntington Investment Company. In addition to her advisory role, she operates Brenda Bennett LLC, providing life coaching services for individuals undergoing significant life transitions such as retirement and job changes. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, providing a broad platform of capital markets and advisory solutions.

Mary Cunningham is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Westerville, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and seven years of industry experience. She previously worked at firms including Fidelity Investments, Fifth Third Bank, and PNC Wealth Management. Outside of her advisory role, she has worked as a sales representative for Talbots. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Erica Gardner is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Edward Jones in Columbus, OH, bringing 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones throughout her entire career since 2011. Outside of her advisory role, she is a joint owner of an Airbnb rental property. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment advisory programs and maintains a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Donnita Mackie is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 15 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise since 2017, following prior roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. She is involved in managing her advisory business and is affiliated with TRLT Ventures LLC. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored to individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to provide personalized recommendation reports. The firm serves a wide range of clients through advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Jacquelyn Murphy is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Edward Jones in Columbus, OH, bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2000. Outside of her advisory role, she is a co-owner of a vacation property in Huntsville, OH. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with more than $1 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors.

Raymond Barcus is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 20 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with J.P. Morgan since 2012, serving in various capacities within the firm. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to clients such as 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 affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Matthew Hanuska is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Morgan Stanley and Pride One. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

John Kurgan is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 63 designation and 43 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of advisory work, he manages office expenses through a separate business entity, JEJB, Inc. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with at least $1 million in net investable assets, delivering tailored recommendations that incorporate income sources, Social Security strategies, and tax-efficient withdrawals. The firm utilizes a centralized consulting team and combines research with modeling and algorithmic tools to support its advisory process.

James Moore is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His career includes multiple roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and Morgan Stanley spanning from 2012 to the present. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to clients such as corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors. The firm offers asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, delivering these services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Scott Mann serves as Resident Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining Merrill in 2000, he has worked closely with individuals and businesses to define and pursue their financial goals across every phase of their financial life cycle. His approach emphasizes the development of comprehensive wealth management strategies underpinned by in-depth financial advice and a foundation of trust. Mann’s expertise includes retirement planning, trust and estate planning in collaboration with tax accountants and attorneys, business transition planning, and individual wealth preservation and insurance strategies. He focuses on client needs such as college education planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income. Mann holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accountancy and Finance from Miami University and an MBA from The Ohio State University. He also holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Residing in New Albany, Ohio, with his wife Kristen and two daughters, Mann pursues outdoor interests including golf, hiking, and running.

Melissa Hall is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 30 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at PNC Investments for 19 years before joining J.P. Morgan Securities in 2024. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Daniel Bernier is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to clients such as corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm delivers these services through a combination of institutional advisory operations and affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Matthew Zakelj is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Columbus, OH, holding a Series 66 designation with seven years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley since 2018 and previously was affiliated with The Ohio State University from 2014 to 2018. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured financial planning tools and methodologies to assist clients in developing personalized plans.

Yam Routh is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Blacklick, Ohio, holding five years of industry experience. He has worked at Primerica Advisors since 2020 and previously was employed by Columbus City Schools from 2017 to 2020. Outside of finance, he is involved with Evan-Gelina Travel Agency, LLC as an incorporator. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options under a tiered wrap-fee structure. The firm curates third-party asset managers and delegates trading to BNY Mellon Advisors, focusing on various investment approaches including Strategic, Tactical, Tax-Aware, and Income Distribution models.

Jason Black is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2018, he worked at Waddell & Reed, Inc. from 2015 to 2018. In addition to his advisory work, he serves as the head wrestling coach at Bexley Middle School. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and corporations. The firm offers various advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios and research to support both discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Tyler Fout is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2022. He has been a part of Fidelity Investments since 2020, initially serving as an Investment Consultant. Prior to joining Fidelity, Tyler worked as a Financial Planning Associate at Ameriprise Financial from 2019 to 2020 and as a Regional Internal Consultant focusing on Annuities at Nationwide Insurance from 2014 to 2019. As a Certified Financial Planner® professional, Tyler collaborates with clients to create and maintain comprehensive financial plans tailored to their individual needs and goals. He holds a California Insurance License, which supports his expertise in financial planning and investment consulting. Outside of his professional work, Tyler enjoys various personal interests including football, golf, hiking, parenthood, pets, and traveling. He spends time outdoors and values moments with his wife, dog, and two daughters.

John Biteman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 32 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Securities America Advisors, Sterne Agee Investment Advisor Services, and OSAIC. He is also involved with Financial Concepts, a non-variable insurance business in Worthington, Ohio. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, supported by model portfolios and research from internal and third-party sources.

William Kay is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 27 years of experience at Edward Jones, where he has worked since 1999. He holds a Series 63 license and is based in Reynoldsburg, Ohio. Outside of his advisory role, he is associated with Silver Bullet LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment strategies and advisory services. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and operates a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.