John Carnes is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner at Prestwicke Partners, LLC, involved in investment-related decision making and property management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a wide array of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and scenario modeling.

Marc Laureano is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Cincinnati, OH. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 24 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at PNC Investments since 2015 and Cambridge Investment Research since 2022. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, pension and profit-sharing 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 using a variety of custody and platform arrangements.

Kristi Mcclure is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Cincinnati, OH, with 32 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Merrill for 33 years before joining Morgan Stanley in 2017. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that incorporates firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Bradley Edwards is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Stepaniak Collections for seven years. Outside of advising, he works as an independent contractor driver for Uber. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and advisory solutions.

Trevor Hammonds is a Financial Advisor and a member of The Clinkenbeard Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works with families to simplify, organize, and efficiently manage their wealth through personalized financial strategies. He collaborates with clients to ensure their financial plans align with their goals and provides access to a broad range of resources including general investing, retirement planning, and small business solutions. Trevor holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Kentucky and has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His approach centers on providing clarity and conviction to his clients' financial planning, aiming to meet their specific needs through ongoing advice and guidance.

Thomas Howell is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Fidelity in various roles since 2005. He works at Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage a range of portfolios, including multi-manager and fund-of-funds structures.

Philip Ochs V is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior work experience at New York University and in the craft brewery sector, including roles at Streetside Brewery and Rhinegeist Brewery. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Karen Geisen is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 17 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been associated with various Fidelity entities since 2007. Outside of her advisory role, she operates a business called Wreaths by Karen, creating and selling handmade custom wreaths. 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.

Michael Brandy is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with two years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2023 and previously held roles at the University of Kentucky, Art Daniel's Pool Company, and Anderson High School. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individual, high-net-worth, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients, providing financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs. The firm operates as both an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer, working extensively with program sponsors and third-party managers to deliver advisory and brokerage solutions.

Brent Gross is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors for five years before joining LPL Financial in 2021. Outside of advising, he is involved as an owner and landlord of a rental property. 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, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and technology.

Gavin Sustarich is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he worked at Kroger and held positions at Eagle Creek Country Club as well as at Grant County High School and Middle School. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, with a specialized retirement income service that provides tailored planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Jaden Kopser is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at the Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. He has also been involved with University of Kentucky Campus Recreation and Augean Stables. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm’s approach incorporates structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools but does not provide individual security recommendations as part of standalone planning.

Phillip Brann is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 15 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2011 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. He is based in Cincinnati, OH. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a wide range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a financial planning process using structured discovery and firm-approved tools.

Jacob Mason is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with clients to develop strategies aimed at pursuing their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. His role includes providing resources and guidance on general investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected expenses. Additionally, he offers access to specialists from Bank of America for services such as banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Jacob is part of the Schiess Andrews Wealth Management Group, where he focuses on retirement planning and investment management. He assists individuals and families in building, managing, and preserving wealth through personalized financial strategies. Jacob's approach emphasizes understanding clients' goals and concerns to provide ongoing advice and guidance as their needs evolve. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Grand Valley State University.

Jeffery Perkins is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at U.S. Bancorp Investments and Hd Vest Investment Services prior to joining Fidelity. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios across various asset classes.

Brent Bradshaw is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked with various Fidelity entities since 2008. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction in its investment process and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

David Mack is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Batavia, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors in 2018, he worked at Axa Advisors and spent sixteen years with Clermont Distributing. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model, combining advisory and brokerage services tailored to client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

Tatjana Cumic is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing five years of industry experience. She has worked with Thrivent since 2020 and previously held roles at Express Employment Professionals and the University of Montenegro. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering comprehensive financial planning across a range of topics without portfolio management for institutional clients. The firm combines goal-based analyses with a managed-account program under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan.”

Ben Haggerty is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he partners with clients to build effective financial plans, support wise investment decisions, and simplify their finances. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2017, progressing through roles from Investment Solutions Representative to Central Relationship Manager, Relationship Manager, and currently Planning Consultant. Ben holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with friends, engaging in social events, gardening, outdoor adventures, parenthood, caring for pets, and traveling.

Zack Barker is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He has been with Fidelity since 2016 and has held various roles including Financial Representative, Investment Solutions Representative, Client Management Representative, Portfolio Specialist, and Investment Management Consultant III before his current position. Zack provides guidance in areas such as Retirement Planning, Investment Strategies, Tax Efficient Investing, and Income Planning. He holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of his professional work, Zack's personal interests include concerts, football, golf, music, and outdoor adventures.