Matthew Thomas is a financial advisor at Merrill with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a professor teaching business courses at Ohio Business College. Merrill serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients by offering managed account programs, discretionary portfolio management, and brokerage execution services. The firm integrates its investment management with Bank of America affiliates and emphasizes manager-selection capabilities and tax-focused strategies.

Joshua Basen is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Westlake, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, Basen serves on the board of directors for Cornucopia Inc., an organization providing occupational training for individuals with disabilities, and participates in investment advisory and sustainability networks connected to Cleveland State University and Sisters of Notre Dame International. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and access to mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Robert Ross is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2021 and previously worked at Next Financial Group Inc and Integrity Financial Services, Inc. Ross also serves as president of IFS Partners Agency, Inc. and holds a voluntary advisory board position with the Kairos Wellness Center in Akron, Ohio. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning that includes written Recommendation Reports and ongoing annual advice focused on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Michael Sheppard is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Richfield, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2018, he worked at Ganley Honda from 2010 to 2018. Sheppard has served as a past president and volunteer board member for the Broadview Heights Lion’s Club. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a national network of more than 23,700 advisors. The firm provides discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Michael Budzik is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors based in Strongsville, OH. He holds a Series 65 designation and has 20 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at PFS Investments, Inc. and Primerica Financial Services since 2005 and 2006, respectively, and a 27-year tenure with North Royalton City Schools. In addition to advisory services, he has involvement in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors serves primarily individual investors as well as corporate and charitable clients through a wrap-fee asset management program. The firm offers model-driven investment strategies supported by third-party asset managers and custodians, managing approximately $15.5 billion in assets with a large network of advisors and offices.

Brian Groves is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Independence, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Axa Advisors, National Interstate, and the City of Stow Fire Department. Outside of finance, he is an allied member of the Ohio Craft Brewers Association. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm delivers advice through a network of representatives, utilizing third-party asset managers and proprietary programs, covering a broad range of investment products and fiduciary services for qualified plans.

Thomas Kefalos is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. in Richfield, Ohio. He holds a Series 66 designation and has nine years of industry experience, including ten years with Charles Schwab. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing rental properties. 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 and discretionary investment solutions, supported by a multi-asset model portfolio approach and centralized operational infrastructure.

Patton Teagle is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James & Associates since 2014. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services.

Randy Kinsey is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2016. His prior roles include positions at Axa Advisors, LLC and Compass Search Partners. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients. The firm utilizes a range of advisory models, including third-party program sponsors and LPL-sponsored advisory programs, to tailor investment solutions for its clients.

William Smith is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Medina, OH, holding a Series 63 designation and 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2012. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipalities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Denise Marko is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Akron, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2025, she spent 12 years with Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing in various advisory roles. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by advanced modeling tools.

Stephan Machovina is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 36 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Raymond James since 2000. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the board of the Ohio Tree Farm Committee, contributing to the organization’s finance and investment oversight. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by a broad range of portfolio management strategies and affiliated research.

Amy Tanski is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 21 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2024, she worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc, accumulating 21 years of experience there. She also operates Balanced Asset Management, a business affiliated with her LPL practice, and is a commissioned notary in Ohio. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and advanced technologies such as machine learning.

Brian Cahill is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Westlake, OH, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services Inc. since 2006. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations tailored to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Michael Leamon is a Series 66 licensed advisor with UBS Financial Services, based in Rocky River, OH, and has 26 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2007. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, combining proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans. The firm operates both wealth management and institutional trading businesses, offering a wide range of capital markets and advisory services.

Niniek Sulandari is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Seven Hills, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 17 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and operates World Bee Candle Co, a candle-making business that raises funds for student education on honey bees and pollinators. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory services with a fiduciary standard and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Jon Parkhurst is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, based in Strongsville, OH, and has 23 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2011 and operates Parkhurst Financial Services, where he serves as president. In addition to his advisory role, he is an independent insurance agent for various companies. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, retirement plan advisory, and financial-wellness services through a network of independent Financial Professionals, providing both proprietary and third-party strategy options across multiple platform arrangements.

Ashley Watson is the Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2025. In this position, she partners with individuals and their families to understand their goals and creates customized financial plans centered on their priorities. Prior to this, she held several positions at Fidelity Investments, including Financial Consultant (2024-2025), Investment Consultant (2023-2024), Planning Consultant (2021-2023), Relationship Manager (2020-2021), and Financial Representative (2018-2020). Throughout her career at Fidelity Investments, Ashley has developed expertise in wealth planning, financial consulting, investment consulting, and client relationship management. She is dedicated to helping families work toward financial security to provide peace of mind and flexibility. Outside of work, Ashley is married with two young children. She enjoys spending time with her family, gardening, golfing, and traveling.

Alexis Firment is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, Alexis was involved with Palmetto Running Company and the Beaufort County School District. Outside of advisory work, Alexis owns a user-generated content business. 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 advisory programs and financial planning services, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research from both internal and third-party sources.

Ryan Eyerman is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has seven years of industry experience. His career history includes roles at E&M Consulting and National Interstate Insurance. He is also involved with several financial advisory support companies in Westlake, Ohio, where he works in planning, prospecting, and relationship management capacities. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and institutions. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and emphasizes risk profiling and analytical modeling, with specialized services in municipal and public finance as well as SIMPLE IRA employer advisory programs.