Richard Croasdaile III is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 39 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Morgan Stanley, where he has worked since 2017, following prior roles at Bank of America N.A. and Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and advanced modeling tools.

Mark Gregoreski is a financial professional with 34 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked with Next Financial Group Inc. Gregoreski also operates M Gregoreski LLC, an expense management business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients, offering a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors.

Jeremy Heldman is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Charles Schwab, based in Richfield, OH, with 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2011 and is currently affiliated with Charles Schwab Trust Bank. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering a combination of advisory, brokerage, custody, and financial planning services. The firm’s model emphasizes non-discretionary guidance alongside access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset portfolio strategies and a dedicated alternative investments platform.

Mark Vavruska is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 43 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Stifel for 14 years before joining Ameriprise, where he has been since 2020. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals with at least $1,000,000 in net investable assets, offering written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, algorithm-assisted retirement income recommendations.

Michael Montgomery is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab since 2019, following eight years at Travelex Currency Services Inc. Charles Schwab serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program. The firm’s approach combines non-discretionary client relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, using multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investments supported by Schwab Center for Financial Research.

Stefanie Peoples is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Lakewood, OH, holding a Series 63 designation and 12 years of industry experience. She has been with Primerica Advisors since 2013 and previously worked at Kelly Services. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in sales of loan products and home-related services through affiliates of Primerica. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure for its services.

Alex Ceddia is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position held since 2021. In this role, Alex works with clients to develop holistic financial plans aimed at helping them achieve their personal and financial objectives. Alex's professional focus is on creating comprehensive strategies tailored to individual client needs. Alex's expertise lies in financial planning, assisting clients in navigating their financial journeys. Outside of work, Alex has interests in baseball, concerts, cooking and baking, exploring culinary experiences as a foodie, gardening, and traveling.

Dee Edwards III is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Ameriprise since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, Edwards serves on the board of TEMEG Holdings, a medical supply wholesaler and retailer, and owns BPL Edwards Services, a holding company for his Ameriprise practice. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm offering retirement-income planning services and a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions. Its retirement-income program uses research and modeling to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations focused on tax efficiency and income sustainability for clients meeting specific asset criteria.

Chad Marks is a financial advisor at Cetera with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and previously worked at Citizens Securities, Inc. and Citizens Bank. Outside of advising, he mentors employees, originates loans, runs teller transactions, and serves as a notary. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad range of clients including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers.

Robert Wert is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Beachwood, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 40 years of industry experience. His career includes nearly 17 years with Wells Fargo entities prior to his current role. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the finance council for the Diocese of Allentown and acts as a trustee for a family trust. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutions, offering a broad range of planning options that include retirement, education, and specialized areas such as business-owner transition and special-needs planning. The firm integrates advisory services with various financial products and referral channels through a large network of advisors.

Alex Stump is a financial advisor at Fidelity with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Advanced Polymer Coatings, Lowes, Courtside Media Group, Vanderbilt University, and The Ohio State University. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm employs proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Robert Wright Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1984 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Outside of advising, he is the owner of KHM Travel Group, an independent travel agency. 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, and organizations.

Peter Glovna III is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 29 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and previously worked for Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation for 27 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in insurance activities, including offering premium financing and servicing fixed insurance products such as annuities and long-term care insurance. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers, utilizing asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to construct diversified portfolios.

Michael Salopek is a financial advisor at Cetera with 12 years of industry experience and holds a Series 63 designation. He is a partner at Neitzel, Luke & Salopek, Inc., where he provides CPA services including taxes, assurance, bookkeeping, and payroll. Outside of his advisory role, Salopek coaches freshman basketball and manages the North Coast Basketball Academy, and serves as treasurer for The Flight to Remember Foundation, providing financial oversight for the organization. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual clients, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options and access to third-party money managers.

David Doll is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 48 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2017 and previously at UBS Financial Services from 2013 to 2017. Doll serves on the board of the Woodruff Foundation, a charitable organization in Cleveland, Ohio. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses a structured planning process supported by firm‑approved tools and market simulations.

Christopher Brennan is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Cbiz for three years and briefly at Firestone Country Club. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Porter Vergon III is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Westlake, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and possessing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, as well as Citigroup Global Markets Inc since 2008. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by structured discovery tools and advanced modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through both direct client relationships and corporate financial planning agreements.

William Kiick is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals and families to develop and implement personalized financial strategies aimed at achieving their long-term goals, focusing on areas such as wealth management and investment strategy, asset and liability management, and wealth transfer and legacy planning. He also serves as a Retirement Benefits Consultant, assisting corporate clients in designing and managing 401(k) and retirement plans. Kiick holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) certification, the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation, and the CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR® (CPFA®) certification. He earned a bachelor's degree in Economics and Finance from York College of Pennsylvania. He is an active member of Christ the Redeemer Lutheran Church, the Humane Society of Summit County, and the Rotary Club of Lakewood/Rocky River Sunrise. He also participates in community organizations including the American Red Cross and the Rotary Club of Lakewood/Rocky River Sunrise.

Timothy Cowdrick is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2011, including its prior affiliation as AXA Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner and owner of Lakeside Holdings LLC. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Sean O'Connor is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Akron, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2008, including positions at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee and financial advisor for the MG O'Neil Family Foundation and is the secretary of the Portage Country Club. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm employs structured planning tools and offers access to diverse investment strategies while managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.