David Schwarz is a financial advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co. Inc. in Cleveland, OH, with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Robert W. Baird since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he participates in Local Matters, a nonprofit focused on healthy food education and access in urban communities, where he reviews financial statements quarterly. He is part of the DDK Group within Robert W. Baird’s Private Wealth Management practice, which serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The group offers customized financial planning and portfolio management services using a range of strategies and managers, including traditional and non-traditional investments, as well as municipal advisory and public finance services.

Francine Hollis is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding 10 years of industry experience. She has worked at PFS Investments Inc. since 2015 and has been with Primerica Financial Services since 2013. Hollis is involved in additional business activities including sales of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies, and she is a partner at Ronald Hollis Jr., LLC, a legal entity formed for Primerica business purposes. Primerica Advisors provides 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 curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee model, delegating trading responsibilities to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Ivan Gavran is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 21 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with various Fidelity entities since 2005. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across multiple investment products and platforms.

Michael Grote is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities and holds a Series 66 designation. He has five years of industry experience, including roles at J.P. Morgan Securities, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., and Key Investment Services LLC. Outside of finance, he has worked in the car wash and retail sectors. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm’s approach combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Daniel Gaertner Jr. is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Cleveland, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at UBS since 2018 and previously at American Century Investment Services for one year. He serves as a trustee for the West Haven Foundation, where he participates in grant approvals and organizational oversight. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans according to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Gabriel Speidel is a financial advisor at Fidelity with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Charles Schwab and Amazon. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm uses proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and systematic methodologies to construct model portfolios and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies.

Anthony Van Keuren is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and 20 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2020, he worked at Securities America Advisors, Inc. and Securities America, Inc. from 2013 to 2020. He is also involved in legal services through Dennis C Jackson Co., where he holds a 20% interest. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

John O'Connor is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked within various Morgan Stanley entities since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through financial advisors and estate planning strategies.

Timothy Porter Jr. is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has worked with Raymond James since 2015 and is also employed by Wentz Financial Group as an associate. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary advice using analytical tools and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Michael Scaravelli Jr. is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Independence, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he worked in several roles including at Black Iron Grille, VTM Trading, LLC, and Rainbow International of Cleveland. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base that includes individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm emphasizes matching clients to appropriate advisory models and third-party managers, providing a range of investment options and ERISA fiduciary services for qualified plans.

Margaret Kennedy is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise, she worked for Cardinal Health for ten years. 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 primarily uses model-driven investment strategies and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Brandy Mickens is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Independence, Ohio, where she has worked for 24 years. Prior to Equitable Advisors, she was affiliated with Axa Advisors, LLC for 18 years. She serves as a board director for FINSECA, beginning in 2023. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes a range of third-party asset managers and advisory programs to tailor investment solutions across mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.

Angelo Nuzzo Jr. is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. He is currently with Cetera and has previously worked at Avantax Investment Services, Meaden & Moore, and Wells Fargo Clearing. He is also involved in financial advisory roles through Meaden & Moore Financial Services, Ltd. and The Wealth Center. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various third-party money managers.

Christopher Royer is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in areas including Employee Financial Health, Small Business Strategies, Women and Wealth, and Retirement Income. He brings 25 years of experience navigating life stages with clients, understanding the emotional aspects of financial decision-making. Through a personalized approach, he aims to guide clients to a state of peace of mind by ensuring the best decisions are made at each stage of life. Royer collaborates with a team of experienced professionals to assist individuals and business owners in achieving their financial objectives. His background as an executive coach and risk manager supports clients in staying accountable to the financial plans they develop together. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and has earned a Bachelor's Degree from Ashland University as well as a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Loyola University Chicago. Outside of his professional work, Christopher Royer is involved with the Alzheimer's Association and enjoys personal interests such as basketball, drawing and sketching, golfing, photography, pickleball, and spending time with his family.

Wendy Swantek is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 18 years at the firm and four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the Board of Directors for the Buckeye Music Boosters of Medina County and is the treasurer for Boy Scout Troop 500. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, known for its Premier Retirement Income service that provides retirement-income planning through written recommendations and ongoing advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Maison Ross is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked with Wentz Financial Group and Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. Ross’s background includes roles in investment strategy and financial advising. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and offers specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Modesto Ruggiero is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Cleveland, OH, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has worked at UBS since 2007 and also has a long tenure with Mcdonald Investments Inc. since 1998. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

John Kiss is a financial advisor at Fidelity with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at ROCKET Mortgage for five years. Fidelity’s affiliate, Strategic Advisers LLC, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios across various investment platforms.

Mason Linderbaum is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Richfield, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and possessing 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at both Retirement Plan Services, Inc. and Charles Schwab since 2003. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary advice and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational support.

Michael Di Franco is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services in Cleveland, OH, holding a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience and previously worked at Flagstar Bank and in various customer service roles, including at Rego Brothers Lake Road Market. Outside of advising, he works as a team member in the deli department of a local grocery store. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, with a focus on collaborative, goal-oriented planning engagements.