Paul Antal is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., Grace Church of Greater Akron, and Macy's Inc. He is based in Aurora, Ohio. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Peter Kaplan is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc. in Twinsburg, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 29 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Osaic in 2023, he worked at Sagepoint Financial, Inc. for 14 years. He is president of PK Financial Group Inc., a wealth management and retirement plan management business. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients, including individual investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers brokerage and investment advisory services through a large network of advisors and uses various tools and third-party platforms to construct and manage diversified portfolios.

Brian Zeid is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, based in Beachwood, Ohio. He has 27 years of industry experience, including 10 years at Wells Fargo Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he holds partial ownership in several healthcare-related businesses focused on hormone replacement therapy and a pharmacy specializing in hormone therapy prescriptions. 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, including specialized planning for business owners, athletes, and clients with unique needs, using proprietary research and planning tools.

Brant Giere is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 36 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank division since 2012 and 2015, respectively. Outside of his advisory role, he assists with bookkeeping and maintenance on his family farming operation in Akron, Ohio, and manages administrative tasks for a car racing-related business, Goat Powered LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and investment research to support its offering.

Gary Peterson is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2013 and has worked in tax preparation since 2005. Peterson also holds a notary public commission and performs document notarizations. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual investors, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services with access to multiple program structures and third-party managers.

Alissa Hitchcock is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Edward Jones in Stow, OH, with two years of industry experience. She previously worked at Sequoia Financial Group, LLC for four years and has held roles in education and public utilities. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages a broad range of advisory programs and investment options, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Randy Schneider is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Beachwood, OH, holding a Series 63 designation and 30 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at several firms, including Securities America Advisors, Creekside Financial Advisors, and Ash Brokerage. Schneider is also associated with MRJL Financial, where he engages in non-variable insurance activities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of investment options and utilizes various models and technologies to support its network of more than 22,800 advisors.

James Schmitt is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Cleveland, OH. He has been with Ameriprise and its predecessor entities since 2005. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income services that include written recommendation reports and ongoing planning advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Ryan Brennan is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor at Edward Jones with 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2015. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a broad range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, alongside affiliated mutual funds and tax-efficient services, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Mark Duricky is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Pepper Pike, Ohio, and has 25 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2007, including Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Julie Stein is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. She previously spent 16 years at Huntington Investment Company. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced research tools and a large network of advisors.

Barbara Thacker is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Akron, Ohio, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 40 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and related entities since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as trustee of her father's irrevocable trust. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment and financial planning services, including specialized planning areas such as business-owner transitions and special-needs analysis.

Spencer Chippi is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with Series 66 credentials. He joined UBS in 2024 and has prior work experience in various industries including food service and manufacturing. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory offerings, employing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans according to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers a broad range of capital markets and banking solutions.

Maureen Beno is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 designation and 25 years of industry experience. She has worked at Cetera Wealth Services, LLC and Vantage Financial Group, Inc. during her career. Outside of advising, she serves as the treasurer for a nonprofit organization called Super Heroes to Kids in Ohio. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, 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.

Robert Skrbis is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Kirtland, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for a homeowners association and acts as a treasurer for a local political campaign. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary recommendations alongside a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Jon Sedlacek is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 2002 and involves in related business activities including the sale of loan products and home security services through affiliated companies. Sedlacek is also the owner of Jon Sedlacek & Associates, LLC, a legal entity formed for Primerica business purposes. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm operates through a large network of advisors and delivers model-based investment recommendations supported by unaffiliated asset managers and custodial services.

Paul Sheeks III is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Hudson, Ohio, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Sheeks serves on the finance committee of Grace House Akron, a nonprofit organization. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, emphasizing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Jeffrey Elman is a financial advisor at Stifel with 39 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2019, following eight years at Bank of America, N.A. Stifel serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group, providing analysis and allocation guidance for financial planning and retirement strategies.

Todd Williams is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has worked since 2015. He partners with clients to develop strong financial plans that provide flexibility throughout their lifetimes. Prior to his current role, Todd held positions as a Financial Advisor at Sky Light Financial from 2013 to 2015, Wells Fargo Advisors from 2009 to 2013, and Merrill Lynch from 2007 to 2009. Todd's professional experience spans over a decade in financial advisory roles. Outside of his professional work, Todd is engaged in family activities.

Meredith Marchand is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 30 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Her prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, and Prudential Equity Group. 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 and model portfolio programs, with advisors utilizing a variety of investment strategies and technology tools to support client account management.