Robert Hackman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 63 designation and 44 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a non-variable insurance business through Hackman Financial Group. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Gregory Stacy is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 63 designation and 38 years of industry experience. He has worked at MassMutual since 2017 and was previously with MetLife Securities Inc. from 2015 to 2017. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers ongoing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm employs firm-approved software tools for goal analysis and delivers written recommendations as part of annual, collaborative planning relationships.

Christopher Pieper is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, based in the Fort Mitchell, Kentucky office. He focuses on offering a comprehensive approach to managing wealth that begins with understanding clients’ financial situations, families, and priorities. Christopher helps develop customized wealth management strategies that adapt to changing needs and market conditions. He provides access to the investment insights of Merrill and the banking convenience and lending solutions of Bank of America to support clients’ diverse financial requirements. With over 20 years of experience, Christopher has worked primarily with families and small businesses in the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky areas, as well as clients across the country. His areas of expertise include divorce transition planning, education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, retirement income, portfolio management, and investment consulting for defined contribution plans, among others. Christopher holds professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Christopher graduated from Xavier University with a bachelor's degree in 1990. In addition to his professional work, he is involved in his community as a golf coach at Covington Catholic High School. His personal interests include baseball, golfing, and watching movies.

Ryan Scherder is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at various divisions within Fidelity since 2005. Outside of his advisory work, he creates and sells art. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, including model portfolios built from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Michael Andrews is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill since 1999 and focuses on developing financial strategies tailored to the risk tolerance, time horizon, and liquidity needs of high-net-worth individuals, their families, and businesses. His approach is consultative and objective, aiming to assist clients in meeting both their short- and long-term financial goals through a variety of solutions including investments, retirement planning, estate planning services, and philanthropy. Michael holds several professional credentials including the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) certification earned in 2005, the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC) designation, the CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA) designation, Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned his Bachelor's degree from Auburn University and his high school diploma from St Xavier High School. A significant part of his practice addresses retirement income strategies, especially following life transitions such as the loss of a spouse, divorce, retirement, inheritance, or sale of a business. Outside of his professional work, Michael enjoys cooking, fishing, golfing, and hiking.

Jacob Heck is a financial advisor at Fidelity with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at various Fidelity entities since 2018. Prior to his financial services career, he was involved with Christian Moerlein Brewing Company and worked in education. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio construction. The firm employs a combination of proprietary research and quantitative analysis, with distinctive capabilities in algorithmic portfolio construction and advisory roles for registered investment companies.

Cassidy Carr is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Cassidy worked at The OJM Group and LiveWell Capital, and serves concurrently in the US Army since 2012. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers a broad range of investment and planning services.

William Mericle is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2023, he worked at Fifth Third Securities and Fifth Third Bank from 2018 to 2023, and spent ten years with Fidelity Investments from 2007 to 2017. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and investment management solutions supported by in-house and third-party research.

Alexander Donley is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Cincinnati, Ohio, bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor Axa Advisors since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, Donley serves as a trustee to a family trust and is a partner in an LLC focused on wealth management. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs delivered through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Jordan Palmateer is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Fidelity with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at ADT Security Services for seven years. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an independent contractor refereeing soccer games at state tournaments. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, leveraging proprietary fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct model portfolios that include mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Kory Keough is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 10 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with various Fidelity entities since 2015, including Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC and Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, as well as registered investment companies. The firm employs a systematic investment process combining fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Gina Crowley is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 27 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS since 2007 and holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Outside of her advisory work, she assists in managing and developing an online and storefront business and serves on the board of a nonprofit organization providing inpatient treatment for women with addiction. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Richard Corman is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Cincinnati, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 49 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2009. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm supports its advisors with proprietary research, model-based asset allocations, and a fiduciary approach to fee-based financial planning.

Jack Poirier is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Asplundh Tree Expert, Fairway Mortgage, and Liberty University. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, combining proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary services, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery, utilizing systematic methodologies and oversight to address potential conflicts of interest.

Cregory Storer is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 27 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked across various Fidelity entities since 1998. His current roles include positions at Fidelity Investments and Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios and offers specialized advisory functions such as fund management and model portfolio delivery.

Matthew Ohlhaut is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he collaborates with clients to understand their financial goals and co-create personalized plans tailored to individual situations, needs, and investment approaches. Matthew has been with Fidelity Investments since 2021, progressing through roles including Soar Program Associate, Financial Representative, and Relationship Manager before assuming his current position in 2026. His career path demonstrates experience in client relationship management and financial planning within the investment industry. Outside of his professional work, Matthew has interests in baseball, comedy, and golf.

Samuel Clarke is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with STIFEL, based in Blue Ash, OH, and has two years of industry experience. Prior to joining STIFEL, he worked at Fidelity Investments for two years. STIFEL serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering both brokerage and advisory services supported by a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Jonathan Yellman is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and five years of industry experience. His work history includes multiple roles at Fidelity Investments since 2020, as well as prior experience in audiovisual services and academic positions. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios and oversees its sub-advisers with established governance procedures.

Braden Martini is a Private Wealth Advisor with The Evelo|Singer|Sullivan|Bruegge Group at Merrill Private Wealth Management, a nationally recognized team serving public company executives, private business owners, and ultra high net worth families. In this role, he advises senior corporate executives on 10b5-1 trading plans, hedging, monetization, and the future selling or gifting of positions, while analyzing tax and regulatory implications. Braden’s expertise includes executive and equity compensation, family wealth management, legacy planning, liquidity management, and philanthropic planning. Braden joined The Evelo|Singer|Sullivan|Bruegge Group in 2005 as an intern through the co-op program at the University of Cincinnati and progressed through roles including Investment Analyst, Assistant Vice President and Private Wealth Analyst – Investments, and Wealth Management Advisor. He earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification in 2017, marking a significant professional milestone. His experience also includes leading the team’s Investment Policy Committee, portfolio review process, and implementing specialized trading strategies. He was promoted to Vice President in 2019, First Vice President in 2021, Senior Vice President in 2022, and advanced to Private Wealth Advisor in September 2022 after completing a rigorous accreditation process. Braden holds an MBA with a concentration in Finance from the Williams College of Business at Xavier University and a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, and International Business from the Carl H. Lindner Honors-PLUS Program at the University of Cincinnati. He is a member of the Goering Center for Family and Private Business. Active in the Cincinnati community, Braden supports programs focused on education and community health, including involvement with the American Heart Association’s Cincinnati Affiliate and the Freestore Foodbank. His personal interests include baseball, basketball, football, golfing, reading, running marathons, and spending time with his family.

Brian Schnur is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Fidelity Investments and its affiliates since 2010. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery. The firm uses a combination of proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.