Michael Cianciolo Jr. is a CFP® professional with 34 years of industry experience, currently with Ameriprise Financial Service, LLC. He has been with Ameriprise in various capacities since 1992, including a 14-year tenure at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a softball umpire in Twinsburg, Ohio. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services tailored to individuals approaching or in retirement, focusing on clients with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research-driven modeling and tax-efficient strategies to deliver personalized, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Ronald Skowronsky is a financial advisor at Cetera with 21 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 designation and has been affiliated with Cetera Advisors LLC since 2013. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in tax preparation through FRC TAX, LLC and American Tax Service, reflecting his engagement in related financial services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party managers through a multi-manager platform with various program structures and custodial relationships.

Robert Funk is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advice. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Devoleon Taylor II is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., and PNC Investments. Outside of finance, he owns Banana Peel Rigs LLC, a business that custom builds and sells gaming computers. 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.

Anthony Miller is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 10 years of industry experience. He currently works at Equitable Advisors and previously spent eight years with Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation. He also serves as a power of attorney for his father. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients. The firm delivers services through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and utilizes both proprietary and third-party advisory programs.

James Gehring is a CFP® with 11 years of industry experience, currently with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2024. He previously worked at First Responders Financial Advisors and Planmember Securities Corporation from 2015 to 2024. Gehring also works as an independent insurance agent for various companies. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base that includes individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals utilizing a range of portfolio management strategies and platform arrangements.

Brian Rowe is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. in Richfield, OH. He holds the Series 66 designation and has nine years of industry experience, including ten years with Charles Schwab. 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 relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and provides a range of integrated brokerage, custody, and advisory services.

Joelle Cooke is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at several KeyBank-affiliated firms before joining Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank in 2025. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning utilizing firm-approved tools and models, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Angela Monateri is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2001. Outside of her advisory role, she is a member of 2uercus Operations LLC, involved in practice operations management. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis in its approach and provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Andrew Barkley is a CFP® professional with 31 years of industry experience, currently advising clients at LPL Financial since 2024. Prior to joining LPL, he worked at Ameriprise and Ameriprise Financial Services from 2014 to 2024. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs supported by model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and research, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

George Davis is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with one year of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and has held roles at several related firms since 2024. Outside of finance, he is involved with On the Rise Artisan Breads, a business he has been part of since 2022. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services through independent Financial Professionals, utilizing various portfolio management and advisory platforms tailored to client objectives.

Donald Qualters is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Westlake, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 26 years of industry experience, including previous roles at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and First Dominion Capital Corp. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

John Slyman is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been serving clients since 2002. He leads Slyman Wealth Management, focusing on developing customized wealth management strategies tailored to individual client financial goals. John is a qualified Portfolio Manager who manages personalized or defined investment strategies on a discretionary basis, including individual stocks and bonds, model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. John holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) certification awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., and is also designated as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He graduated from Cleveland State University with a Bachelor's degree in Finance and is a graduate of St. Edward High School. From 2019 through 2024, John has been recognized on Forbes' "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" list. He is committed to providing appropriate wealth strategies and clearly communicating these to clients, supported by an experienced team. Outside of his professional career, John is a former board member of the St. Edward High School alumni association. He resides in Westlake with his wife Elisa and their children, Jaeden and Eliana. His personal interests include baseball, fishing, football, golfing, hiking, reading, running, skiing, and spending time with his family.

Christopher Minotti is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with six years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2019, following a prior role at UBS Financial Services. Outside of finance, he has experience in hospitality and retail, including positions at Westwood Country Club and Minotti's Wine and Liquor. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, written recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Eric Ingerman is a CFP® professional with 25 years of industry experience, currently serving with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2022. He previously worked within other Wells Fargo entities from 2014 to 2022. Outside of his advisory role, Ingerman is the head coach of the Solon High School soccer team in Ohio. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment and financial planning services, utilizing proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations for its clients.

Nicholas Bloomhuff is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ameriprise for seven years and at Maria Gardens Center for four years. 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 financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and consulting services.

J Parker is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth, Inc. based in Berea, Ohio, with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with Parker Wealth Management and Securities America Advisors, Inc. Prior to joining Osaic, he spent over a decade at these firms. Outside of his advisory work, Parker volunteers with the Northern Ohio Golf Association and serves as a walking scorer at USGA and PGA Tour golf events. He is also actively involved in community service through roles such as Financial Secretary for the Olmsted Falls Kiwanis Club and Treasurer of his local Bluegrass Homeowner’s Association. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers. The firm utilizes asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance questionnaires, and automated rebalancing to manage diversified portfolios that may include stocks, bonds, options, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.

Mario Perkins is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Beachwood, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Advisors, he worked at Noble Notary and has been employed with Penske Logistics since 2015. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment and financial planning services, utilizing Wells Fargo research and tools to develop tailored recommendations across various planning areas.

Michael Brennan is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, based in Westlake, Ohio, and has 25 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill. He serves as a board member of Ronald McDonald Charities Northeast Ohio. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Garrett Hoffman is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2020, progressing through various roles including Investment Consultant, Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. In his current role, Garrett partners with clients to help align their personal goals and needs with their investments. He works with individuals and families to plan for their financial goals.