Paul Guerra is a financial advisor with Concurrent Investment Advisors, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at WealthSource Partners, Livingston Group Asset Management, LPL Financial, Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, and ownership of Brookshire Wealth Management. Guerra also operates as a licensed insurance producer and manages Brookshire Wealth Management as a DBA under which he conducts advisory services. Concurrent Investment Advisors, LLC is a multi-team SEC-registered firm serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, estates, businesses, and retirement plans. The firm emphasizes customized, primarily long-term portfolios using ETFs, mutual funds, and other investment vehicles, supported by a network of approximately 286 advisors.

Anthony Corra is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He has also worked with Wealth Impact Advisors and has a background that includes roles in education and healthcare. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 advisors. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, supported by proprietary platforms and a range of related services.

Jonathan Houk is a CFP® professional with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving at ValMark Advisers, Inc. since 2012. He has also worked at Wealth Impact Advisors, LLC and Poitinger, Redmond, Lyons, Kura & Company. Outside of financial advising, Houk is president and secretary of Friends of Metro Parks, a nonprofit supporting public enjoyment of Summit County Metro Parks. ValMark Advisers, Inc. provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 investment advisory representatives. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers proprietary programs such as the ACCESS wrap platform and the TOPS® ETF portfolios.

Madison Strahan is a financial advisor at Dakota Wealth, LLC in Akron, OH, holding a Series 65 designation with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Dakota Wealth in 2019, Madison worked at Springside Partners LLC from 2017 to 2019 and has experience outside finance in the restaurant industry. Dakota Wealth Management provides investment advisory and wealth management services to individuals, trusts, retirement plans, foundations, charitable organizations, and investment companies. The firm offers customized portfolios using diversified allocations across various asset classes and employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical research methods.

James Redmond is a CFP® professional with 43 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with ValMark Advisers, Inc. since 1998. He previously worked at Poitinger Redmond Lyons Kura Walker & Co. beginning in 1988. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the board of The Rotary Camp for Children with Special Needs and leads Redmond Financial, Inc. as president. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 representatives. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers a range of proprietary programs and platforms.

Craig Welch Jr. is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, OH, bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at ValMark since 2018 and previously spent seven years with Key Bank NA and Key Investment Services LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is co-owner of IVL Baseball, a baseball and softball training and club team organization. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 advisors. The firm offers diversified, goal-based model portfolios primarily implemented with mutual funds, ETFs, and approved third-party managers, and supports its advisors with due diligence, back-office services, and a range of proprietary and third-party platforms.

Angela Day is a financial advisor with International Assets Investment Management, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. She has previously worked at Woods Associates and Fair Play Family Center. International Assets Investment Management provides investment advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, and other business entities through a national network of independent investment adviser representatives. The firm focuses on customized, long-term portfolio construction using mutual funds, ETFs, equities, and fixed income, and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary management along with financial planning and access to third-party manager programs.

Tyler Hines is a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, OH, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Valmark Securities, Valmark Financial Group, Discount Drug Mart, Kohls, and Sub Station. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 advisors. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers a range of proprietary and third-party investment platforms and solutions.

Caleb Nitz is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 17 years of industry experience. He has been with ValMark Advisers, Inc. since 2009 and also affiliated with ValMark Securities, Inc. since 2008. He is based in Akron, Ohio. ValMark Advisers, Inc. provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals—including high-net-worth clients—as well as plan sponsors and institutional users through a network of approximately 280 investment advisory representatives. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios implemented primarily with mutual funds, ETFs, and approved third-party managers, and offers a range of proprietary and third-party investment platforms and services.

Jason Hostetler is a financial advisor with Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC in Canton, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of advising, he is involved with Generation Investment Management, focusing on life insurance strategies. Stratos Wealth Advisors is a multi-team firm managing approximately $5.57 billion in assets for nearly 5,000 clients, including individuals, trusts, retirement plans, and institutions. The firm offers customized portfolio management and financial planning through a network of independent advisors, leveraging strategic affiliations with SEI entities and access to proprietary investment products.

Bailey Hemming is a financial advisor at Western Wealth Management LLC with a Series 66 designation and approximately one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Western Wealth Management and LPL Financial LLC in 2026, Hemming worked at the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland in 2025 and has a background in education with Aurora City Schools and John Carroll University. Western Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm operates as a decentralized network of investment adviser representatives and offers a range of services including portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing firm-designed model portfolios alongside various third-party programs.

Carmen Donofrio is a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. with eight years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, CFA®, and Series 66 designations. Prior to his current role, he worked at Valmark Securities, Inc. and was affiliated with the University of Akron. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 representatives. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based portfolios primarily using mutual funds, ETFs, and approved third-party managers, supported by proprietary platforms and third-party programs.

Craig Fishel is a financial advisor at RFG Advisory, LLC with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license. Fishel’s prior experience includes roles at Equitable Advisors and Private Client Services. He is a partner at Paramount Financial Planning, LLC, where he dedicates significant time to financial planning and investment management. RFG Advisory is a multi-team registered investment adviser serving over 17,000 clients, including individuals, high-net-worth households, trusts, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm employs a mix of active and passive strategies, direct indexing, tax-aware approaches, and offers alternative investments and annuity management.

William Potts is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional entities. The firm uses diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation strategies, implementing solutions through mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers with oversight from an investment committee.

Ian Koutny is a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at ValMark Advisers and ValMark Securities since 2020. His prior roles include positions at Cetera Advisor Networks and the U.S. House of Representatives. Koutny is also a financial consultant with Lang Financial Group, Inc., a business conducted through ValMark. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional entities. The firm employs a goal-based investment approach centered on diversified model portfolios and asset allocation, utilizing proprietary and third-party platforms along with periodic account monitoring and rebalancing.

Stephen Catalano is a financial advisor with W3 Wealth Advisors, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as Vice President of The Ninth Light Dojo, a martial arts studio, and is a director for the Western Golf Association of Evans Scholars Foundation. W3 Wealth Advisors provides financial planning and access to third-party managed account programs for individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm emphasizes manager selection and asset allocation advice through Valmark advisers’ platform, coordinating with clients’ other professional advisors and offering fee-for-service financial planning.

Micah Bogue is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at Amazon.com and Grace Church of Norton. He is also a partner with Momentum Ministry Partners, where he participates as a bass player for an annual conference focused on ministry leadership. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 advisors. The firm offers diversified, goal-based portfolios primarily using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, supported by proprietary platforms and a range of advisory and sub-advisory services.

Henry Pilger is a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the PFS™ designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior work includes roles at River Distributing Co, LLC, Vista Wealth Management, LLC, Valmark Securities, Inc., and Burr, Pilger & Mayer. Outside of advisory work, he is involved as a partner in investment partnerships owning commercial and residential real estate and serves as a trustee for multiple irrevocable life insurance trusts. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 representatives. The firm offers diversified, goal-based portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, supported by proprietary platforms and ongoing portfolio monitoring.

Heath Smargiasso is a financial advisor with ValMark Advisers, Inc. in Akron, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked with Valmark Financial Group since 2020 and previously with SSN Advisory, Inc and Securities Service Network, Inc. He is also president of Able Regulatory Consultants, LLC, providing advisory practice management and consulting services to financial professionals. ValMark Advisers provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plan sponsors, and institutional entities. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios and asset allocation, utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, and separate-account managers, with ongoing portfolio monitoring and rebalancing overseen by an investment committee.

Michael Tricaso is a financial advisor at ValMark Advisers, Inc. with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at ValMark Financial Group since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he owns an online retail business, Bear Feet LLC. ValMark Advisers provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, plan sponsors, and institutional clients through a network of approximately 280 advisors. The firm emphasizes diversified, goal-based model portfolios using mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers, and offers various proprietary and third-party investment platforms.