Dominic Mihalik Jr. is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of the Pepper Pike Wealth Management Group since November 2015. His career in the financial services industry spans over 25 years, with experience in operational management, regulatory and risk management, and wealth management. Dominic's work history includes serving in markets such as Atlanta, New Jersey, and New York City. Prior to joining the Pepper Pike Group, he was Vice President and Administrative Manager for the Northeast Ohio Merrill office, overseeing more than 250 advisors and support staff. Dominic holds a Bachelor's Degree from Cleveland State University and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. His focus includes developing wealth management strategies, portfolio management, wealth preservation, and transfer for high net worth individuals and families. Dominic works closely with clients' estate planning attorneys and accountants to deliver integrated financial strategies. He stays updated on economic trends, legislation, and tax reform to provide informed financial guidance. Outside of his professional role, Dominic is active in the Greater Cleveland community. He volunteers with local non-profits such as the Transplant House of Cleveland and the Ronald McDonald House of Northeast Ohio, serves as a trustee of the Lakeside Yacht Club in Cleveland, and is an active parishioner at Saint Albert the Great Parish. In his personal time, he enjoys fishing year-round in local rivers, boating, golfing, hiking, and spending time with his wife and daughters.

Ivra Bassett is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, Bassett worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services, MassMutual Life Insurance, Allstate Financial Services, and NYLife Securities. Outside of financial advising, Bassett is president and owner of Connected Cleveland, LLC, a business networking chapter, and serves as a board member of Destination Geauga, a tourism organization. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and affiliated third-party managers.

Franco Fini is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been associated with multiple firms, including his own practice, Franco C. Fini, since 2005 and Santagata Fini, LLC, since 2004. In addition to advising, he owns and operates a tax preparation and accounting business and works as an independent health insurance agent. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and utilizes a multi-manager platform with various program options and custodial relationships.

Luke Baum is a CFP® with over 30 years of industry experience, currently serving at Fidelity Investments. His career includes roles at Kingswood Capital Partners, Cabot Lodge Securities, and Cbiz Financial Solutions. He is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage a broad range of investment products, including discretionary portfolios and fund advisory services.

Kelly Burden is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with a Series 66 designation and six years of experience at the firm. Prior to joining UBS in 2017, Burden held multiple roles at Miami University from 2016 to 2020, and also worked at Macy's in 2016. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Kenneth Vinikoff is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Independence, OH, holding a Series 63 designation and 20 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Sagepoint Financial, Inc. and MML Investors Services/Mass Mutual Life Insurance, where he worked for a combined 17 years. He serves as a board member of the Common Goal Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, and institutional investors through a large network of affiliated advisors and multiple advisory platforms. The firm employs asset-allocation tools and risk-tolerance analysis to construct portfolios with a range of investment options, managing accounts on a discretionary or non-discretionary basis.

Csongor Simon Benedek is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at PNC Investments, LLC, Charlotte Russe, Cleveland State University, Cellular Technology Limited, and The Rail. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad range of advisory programs for individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides both direct and corporate financial planning services.

Robert Petersen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 50 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009. Outside of advisory services, Petersen is licensed to sell life, health, and long-term care insurance, provides tax preparation services, and is a notary public. 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 advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting services, utilizing model portfolios and research to provide discretionary and non-discretionary management.

John Marics is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Mentor, Ohio, holding 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 1985. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security claiming options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research and modeling with a centralized consulting team to deliver non-discretionary, algorithm-supported recommendations tailored to clients’ needs.

Marc Tanner is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Richfield, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2014. 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and employs a multi-asset model portfolio approach supported by in-house research and a formal alternative investment selection process.

Tim Papp is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the position of Senior Vice President and focuses on providing personalized wealth management strategies tailored to individual goals. His approach involves developing flexible financial strategies that align with the client's full financial picture and changing market conditions. Tim specializes in legacy planning, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, and retirement income. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS) designations, as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from The University of Akron. In addition to his professional work, Tim participates in community activities and serves in various roles including with the Akron Children's Hospital - Hope Ambassador program, the Magical Theatre Company as Board President, St Francis de Sales Church, Summa Health as Charles Deering Legacy Advisor Leadership, and the YMCA's Heritage Club.

Anastasios Kountis is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 15 years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Key Investment Services, PNC Bank, and Patrick Capital Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a wide array of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools such as Monte Carlo simulations and secular return estimates in its process.

William Snyder is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Merrill and Bank of America since 2021, as well as various positions at John Carroll University and other firms. Merrill, together 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Alexa Bleiweis is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with Series 63 and Series 66 designations. She has five years of experience at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Prior to her current role, she held positions in consulting, education, and event management. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related services, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options supported by comprehensive research and centralized operational infrastructure.

Matthew Hale is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Richfield, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2012. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering wealth advisory wrap fee programs, managed accounts, and financial planning services. The firm provides both non-discretionary and discretionary investment solutions through integrated advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Steven Frederick is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 33 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a consultant for 2uercus Operations LLC. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver non-discretionary, written retirement recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Kathryn Bryan is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Cleveland, OH, holding a Series 63 designation and 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Mass Mutual Investors Services and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company since 2011. Bryan serves as secretary on the board of Connecting for Kids and is involved in board service for several nonprofit organizations focused on aging and community support. She is also a co-owner of the Bourbon Bottles & Mind Boggles podcast, which discusses bourbon and various life topics. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm uses firm-approved software tools to analyze client goals and delivers written recommendations, with implementation requiring separate brokerage or insurance arrangements.

John Graf is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. for 19 years before joining Raymond James. 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, institutional and pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Douglas Harbaugh is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Cleveland, OH, holding a Series 65 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Strategic Wealth Partners, Ltd. for 10 years before joining MML Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Company in 2021. Outside of advising, Harbaugh is the owner of Builders Cabling Contractors LLC, a business focused on infrastructure wiring. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars with an emphasis on goal-based analysis and collaborative client relationships.

Edward Boehmer is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 41 years of experience in financial services. He specializes in strategic wealth management, growth financing, and operational efficiency, assisting individuals, families, and businesses in achieving their financial goals through thorough planning, clear documentation, and ongoing review. His areas of expertise include wealth management and estate planning, cash management and lending strategies, stock option planning, and qualified and non-qualified retirement plans. Before joining Merrill in 2002, Edward served as Chief Financial Officer and Vice President for multiple middle-market companies and began his career at Ernst & Young in Cleveland, Ohio. He has led business acquisitions, raised capital through debt and equity, and developed executive compensation and retirement plans. Edward holds a Bachelor's degree from Baldwin Wallace University and is an inactive Certified Public Accountant. He also holds professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Edward has been recognized on the Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" list for eight consecutive years from 2019 to 2026 and is a member of The Boehmer Group, which was named to the Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams" list in 2025 and 2026. He is actively involved in community organizations, including serving on the board of New Avenues to Independence and supporting fundraising efforts for Old Trail School. Edward and his wife split their time between Cleveland, Ohio, and Scottsdale, Arizona, and enjoy activities such as biking, snowboarding, hiking, golfing, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.