Ryan Chamberlin is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings over 20 years of experience in finance, focusing on transforming complex financial landscapes into clear, goal-oriented strategies. Ryan partners with clients to provide transparent advice and strategic guidance, helping them navigate life's major financial complexities and deliver lasting legacies. His expertise spans corporate executive services, executive compensation, services for defined benefit plans, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, individual and corporate investment strategies, and tax minimization. Ryan's approach emphasizes comprehensive retirement strategies, tax-efficient oversight, and estate coordination to meet clients' most important financial goals. Ryan holds a Bachelor's Degree from Shawnee State University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional work, he enjoys baseball, camping, fishing, football, golfing, hiking, pickleball, spending time with his family, traveling, and woodworking.

Rachel Auxier is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Cincinnati, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2006, including seven years at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors prior to her current role starting in 2025. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering services such as discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory.

Katlin Sprague is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Cincinnati, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. She has been with JPMorgan Chase and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member and finance committee member for the nonprofit Keep Cincinnati Beautiful, which focuses on community cleanup and environmental workforce development. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Morgan Shover is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America, Shover worked at Medpace, Inc. and Deloitte Tax LLP. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the junior board of CHNK Behavioral Health, the alumni board of Beechwood Independent School, and is a member of the Cincinnati Parks Foundation, participating in fundraising and community event planning. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Allison Puchala is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation and over 14 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Bank of America and PNC. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC 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 select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Scott Best is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and eight years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and Fifth Third Bank and Securities. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm serves multiple registered investment companies and offers model portfolios through Fidelity Institutional Wealth Adviser.

Annette Kitchen is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Newport, KY, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 22 years of industry experience. She has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2011 and previously at AXA Advisors and Valic Financial Advisors. Outside of her advisory role, she is a member of two LLCs based in Newport, KY. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs. The firm utilizes a range of delivery methods including third-party asset managers and LPL-sponsored advisory programs, offering services across mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, and select alternative investments.

Paul Listerman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Cincinnati, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 38 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously spent seven years with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he holds an ownership interest in a family auto dealership in Edinboro, PA. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary options. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Peter Crook is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked in various Fidelity divisions since 2013. Fidelity’s 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 uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, delivering model portfolios through systematic methodologies and long-term asset allocation strategies.

Jason Haboush is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. He has over 22 years of experience in the financial industry, including roles as an Investment Management Consultant II at Fidelity Investments from 2015 to 2024, and as a Financial Advisor at LPL Financial LLC and Morgan Stanley. At Morgan Stanley, he also served as a Complex Sales Manager, Trainee Supervisor, and Financial Advisor between 2003 and 2010. Jason is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER4 professional who emphasizes collaborative financial planning tailored to each client's unique goals. He leverages the resources of Fidelity to support clients in navigating their financial journeys with clarity and confidence. Outside of his professional work, Jason has interests in fitness, football, motorcycles, music, reading, and traveling.

Mariah Cox is a financial advisor at Fidelity with eight years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services since 2017, with prior experience at UC Health from 2015 to 2017. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary accounts, and serves as a commodity pool operator with advisory roles for multiple registered investment companies.

Richard Payne II is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Cincinnati, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2013. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a combination of brokerage and investment advisory offerings. The firm integrates proprietary capital market assumptions, model-based asset allocations, and global research to tailor financial plans and portfolio management to client goals and risk tolerances.

Jacob Lackner is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at WELLS FARGO Advisors from 2014 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process 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.

Megan Sarnecki is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been associated with various Fidelity entities since 2016. She also has an ongoing academic position at Ferris State University. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm employs a systematic investment process that combines fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, managing model portfolios across multiple fund types and serving as an advisor to several investment companies.

Nicholas Mcvicker is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 designations and two years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he has worked in various positions across multiple industries, including hospitality and healthcare. He is also employed as a bartender at an LGBTQ+ nightclub in Cincinnati. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage multi-manager and fund-of-funds portfolios.

Jacklinh Tran is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 designations and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Tran held positions at WesBanco Bank and several other companies. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that integrates proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm also serves as an advisor to registered investment companies and utilizes systematic methodologies and AI tools in its investment approach.

Frank Trotta is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Cleves, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 2020 and previously spent eight years at First Financial Bank. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing comprehensive written recommendations on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver tailored retirement income plans, supported by a centralized consulting team and algorithmic tools.

Ben Smyth is an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2024. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2012, progressing through roles including Investment Solutions Representative I and II, Electronic Response Specialist, and Financial Representative. Ben partners with individuals and families to develop personalized financial plans aimed at achieving their long-term goals. He is licensed to conduct insurance business in Arkansas and California.

James Leugers is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Cincinnati, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2013. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and proprietary research to tailor financial plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Paul Redden is a financial advisor at Merrill with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Nuveen Asset Management and Nuveen Investments for over a decade before joining Merrill in 2020. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.