CFP®-certified financial advisors in Lock Haven, PA

Amber Malek is a financial advisor with J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. She holds a Series 66 designation and has four years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.W. Cole Advisors, she worked at Diversified Asset Planners and Restek Corporation. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as president of the board for the Infant Development Program in Lock Haven, PA. J.W. Cole Advisors is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, charities, corporations, and retirement plans through a network of over 400 independent investment adviser representatives. The firm offers portfolio management, fee-based financial planning, access to third-party managers, and multiple managed account solutions, with investment decisions implemented on a discretionary or non-discretionary basis.

Howard Gregg IV is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at VOYA Financial Advisors and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC. Outside of financial advising, he owns Thoroughbred Adventures LLC, which is involved in thoroughbred horse racing, and he also manages an industrial coatings business, Bel Colore Coatings, Inc. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diversified portfolio management options and operates a multi-manager platform that supports customized investment strategies across various program structures.

Timothy Hanna is a financial advisor at Empower Advisory Group with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Great West Life & Annuity Insurance Company since 2008. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, as well as to Empower Premier IRA and certain retail brokerage account holders. The firm’s integrated model links its advisory services with Empower’s recordkeeping and administrative platforms and focuses on long-term portfolio outcomes and client savings rates.

Jacob Biltz is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds the Series 66 designation. He has 14 years of industry experience, including prior roles at PNC Investments, AXA Advisors, and Scottrade. He also maintains a position with Northwest Bank. LPL Financial serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Mitchell Hulyo is a financial advisor at OSAIC Institutions, INC. with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Santander Securities, Santander Bank, and H&R Block. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in banking activities with First Commonwealth Bank. OSAIC Institutions, INC. serves individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, and corporate clients through a network of adviser representatives, offering customized advisory services, financial planning, ERISA plan services, and access to alternative investments. The firm operates a hybrid adviser and broker-dealer model and delegates investment management to its representatives while providing firm supervision.

Sarah Currier Barrella is a CFP® professional with 26 years of experience in financial advisory services. She currently works at Santander Securities LLC and Santander Bank, NA, having previously held positions at TD Bank and Citizens Securities, Inc. Barrella is based in Boston, MA. Santander Securities LLC serves a broad retail client base with approximately $3.14 billion in regulatory assets under management across 10,800 client relationships. The firm offers investment advisory services, portfolio management through wrap-fee programs, and financial planning, operating both as a registered investment adviser and a FINRA-registered broker-dealer.

Elanna Gould is a CFP® professional with six years of experience, currently advising at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Cleveland, OH. Her background includes roles at PepsiCo and The Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Center, as well as academic experience at The Ohio State University. She is also an independent insurance agent for various companies. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals. The firm provides a range of portfolio management options, proprietary and third-party strategies, and various custody platforms tailored to client objectives.

Ethan Siekkinen is a CFP® and holds a Series 65 license with Plante Moran Financial Advisors. He has one year of industry experience and previously worked at J Wilson Wealth Management. Outside of financial advising, he has experience in the lawn care business with Rizzo Lawn Care. Plante Moran Financial Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm provides investment advisory, financial planning, and estate-planning services, utilizing a range of investment strategies and managing both discretionary and non-discretionary assets.

Jace Hart is a CFP® with nine years of industry experience and currently serves as a financial advisor at Rockwall Wealth Management. His prior experience includes roles at Leo Wealth, LPL Financial, and Fidelity Brokerage Services. Rockwall Wealth Management provides portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services to individuals, trusts, plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm emphasizes diversified, low-cost ETF model portfolios with a focus on tax efficiency, liquidity, and systematic macro tilts, offering both traditional and advanced investment strategies tailored to client objectives.

Jeffrey Macdonald is a CFP® and ChFC® with 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Investment Management & Planning LLC since 2010 and is also affiliated with LPL Financial LLC. Investment Management & Planning LLC provides fee-based investment advisory and comprehensive financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, offering portfolio management on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases. The firm emphasizes ongoing account supervision and individualized asset allocation, often utilizing LPL-sponsored platforms and model portfolios.