Michael Kertes is a CFP® with 39 years of industry experience, currently serving at J.P. Morgan Securities in Cleveland, OH. He has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has operated as a self-employed advisor since 1999. Kertes is involved with the Ohio Society Sons of the American Revolution as a finance committee member and holds a vice chairman position on the consolidated funds committee of the Western Reserve Society Sons of the American Revolution. 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. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision authority.

Anthony Kania is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with five years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His prior experience includes roles at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. He has been involved with Saginaw Valley University since 2017. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and other institutions through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and a range of brokerage and insurance products, utilizing an integrated platform that combines adviser programs with active sales of financial products.

Michael Herman is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 30 years of industry experience and holds a Series 63 designation. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service focused on clients approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver non-discretionary, customized recommendations primarily for assets managed within Ameriprise accounts.

Mary Podwoski is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 25 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Merrill from 2009 to 2022 before joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs and tailored financial planning through structured processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services that include estate planning strategies and corporate financial planning agreements.

Alec Bouria is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he provides guidance and supports clients in working towards their financial goals. He emphasizes attention, respect, and detailed financial planning for all clients regardless of their financial situation. He has held various roles in the financial services industry, including positions as an Investment Consultant, Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments, and Financial Advisor at Citizens Investment Services. Alec's experience also includes roles at Equity Trust Company, PNC Investments, and Fisher Investments. Alec has been working in financial advisory roles since at least 2016, progressively advancing through positions that have expanded his expertise in investment services and client financial planning.

Jonathan Blasko is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2016, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2024. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he was with Wells Fargo Advisors from 2014 to 2016. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and corporate financial planning services.

Dave Molnar is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at LPL Financial with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial (formerly LINSCO/PRIVATE LEDGER CORP.) since 2005. Outside of his advisory work, he participates in professional bowling. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Kim Caito is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Pepper Pike, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he designs and sells t-shirts through his retail business, Caito Outfitters, LLC, where he also manages the company’s financial records. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by combining brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, supported by proprietary research and model-based asset allocations tailored to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Leo Rosner is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Cleveland, OH, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and 44 years of industry experience. His career includes multiple tenures at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc., as well as Sagepoint Financial, Inc. Rosner is also an independent insurance agent for various companies. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, offering financial planning, investment management, retirement plan advisory, and financial wellness services through a network of independent Financial Professionals. The firm provides multiple investment implementation options, proprietary and third-party strategies, and institutional features such as advisor transition support and equity participation arrangements.

April Mcmain is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2003. Outside of her advisory role, she is a 50% member of Collier and McMain LLC, an expense-sharing business entity. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver non-discretionary, algorithm-assisted recommendations, primarily for clients holding assets in Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Douglas Breitenbach is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over 13 years of experience providing wealth management advice and services. His expertise includes robust investment and financial strategies, social security analysis, and both pre- and post-retirement cash flow planning. He focuses on client areas such as college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Douglas holds a Bachelor's Degree from Miami University and has earned professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He is affiliated with the Evans Scholars professional organization. His community involvement includes work with the Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters Association and the Evans Scholars Foundation. Outside of his professional commitments, Douglas enjoys golfing, running, and spending time with his family.

Alasdair Cooper is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates a local support company for his business activities. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and utilizes analytical tools to support client goals, along with specialized services in municipal finance and employer retirement plan consulting.

George Flanders is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Cleveland, OH. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 39 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2019, he worked at UBS Financial Services from 2008 to 2019 and Merrill from 2002 to 2008. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages roughly $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, relying on research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party databases.

Nadia Karaba is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Independence, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, she worked at Everstream Solutions and has experience in various roles including entrepreneurship with Pulp Smoothie and Juice Bar. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management through a variety of programs and third-party partnerships.

Gerard Stadler is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Stadler serves on the finance committee of VASJ High School in Cleveland, reviewing financial statements and budgets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Daniel Ruminski is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 13 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Ta Check Financial Ltd, LPL Financial, and SII Investments Inc. He is also the owner of a tax services business and serves as a board member for St. Patrick's Financial Board. 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 professionals, using a variety of portfolio management approaches and platform options.

Barry Cohn is a financial advisor at Stifel with 42 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Stifel since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member at Beechmont Country Club in Cleveland, Ohio. Stifel provides brokerage and investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. Its investment approach relies on proprietary methodologies developed by the firm's Investment Strategy Group, offering asset allocation and planning analyses to support client decision-making.

Elisa Budoff is a CFP® professional with 32 years of industry experience, currently advising at Ameriprise since 2020. Her prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of her advisory work, she serves on the Village of South Russell Planning Commission and is a member of the Finance Council at St Joan of Arc Parish. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendations, primarily for clients with significant investable assets.

Bryan Thomas is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at firms including LPL Financial, Avantax, and Lighthouse Advisers, where he served as vice president. Outside of advising, he is a board member of the United Way of Lake County and co-founder of Avayla Solutions LLC, a mobile app business serving high school concessions and small venue markets. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management and consulting services, managing over $256 billion in assets through a nationwide network of more than 10,000 advisors.

Lionel Eason is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2026. His professional experience within Fidelity Investments includes roles as Investment Consultant (2025-2026), Planning Consultant (2025), Relationship Manager (2024-2025), and Financial Representative (2024). Lionel's approach to financial advisory is centered on service, partnership, and planning. He works closely with clients to understand their priorities and develop tailored financial strategies, providing ongoing support as their needs evolve. His focus extends beyond investments to consider the entire financial picture, helping clients make informed decisions throughout every stage of life. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Lionel has personal interests in golf, hiking, military service, movies, and running.