Top advisors focused on women's finance in Missouri

Deborah Etherton is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Cape Girardeau, MO, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2005. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Nathaniel Kane is a financial advisor at Stifel with Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. His work history includes multiple roles at Stifel and its affiliates, as well as positions at the University of Missouri and State Farm. Stifel serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach employs proprietary methodologies developed by its Investment Strategy Group, focusing on capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling to guide asset allocation and financial planning.

Erkki Peippo is a financial advisor at Concorde Asset Management, LLC with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Sagepoint Financial Inc. and through his own CPA firm. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in farming through Peippo Farms and operates as an insurance agent. Concorde Asset Management provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, and access to third-party asset management programs for a diverse client base including individuals, corporate and charitable clients, and retirement plans. The firm uses a model-based portfolio construction approach with in-house and external strategists, offering alternative investments and ERISA plan services.

April Emeola is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Leawood, KS, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with seven years of industry experience. She began her career at UBS Financial Services, where she worked for five years before joining RBC Capital Markets in 2017. Outside of finance, she is employed selling personal care products at Bath and Body Works. RBC Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering a range of advisory programs that provide discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm utilizes a blend of in-house and third-party investment managers and emphasizes tailored strategies based on clients’ risk profiles.

Anthony Lyons is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he works alongside a team of financial professionals to provide guidance aimed at helping clients achieve peace of mind and live with purpose. He focuses on actively listening to clients' concerns and suggesting courses of action to support their financial goals. Anthony has held various roles in the financial services industry since 2016, including positions as a Financial Advisor at PNCI and Edward Jones, Private Wealth Advisor at Regions Bank, and Vice President-Planning & Development Manager at Arvest Wealth Management. His experience spans several organizations, reflecting a broad background in financial consulting and wealth management. Outside of his professional work, Anthony has interests in baseball, cars, football, and social events with friends.

Lance Lohr is a Wealth Management Advisor and Managing Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill Lynch since 1996, focusing on advising and managing client portfolios and wealth management strategies. Lance holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) certification and the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC) designation, along with FINRA Series 7, 63, and 65 registrations. His expertise encompasses a broad range of client focus areas, including college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, women and wealth, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Lance graduated from Moeller High School, played football at Vanderbilt University, and earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Cincinnati. Lance follows Merrill's tradition of community service by volunteering with local organizations. His personal interests include football, golfing, hiking, traveling, and spending time with his family. He emphasizes working one-on-one with clients to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their long-term goals.

Tracey Hayes is a ChFC® and Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones in Albemarle, NC since 2011. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Bailey Ziemski Harwood is a financial advisor with OneAscent Financial Services LLC in Grand Rapids, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining OneAscent, Bailey worked at Thrivent Financial and Brad Nelson - Thrivent Financial. Outside of advisory work, Bailey is a part owner of a towing business. OneAscent Financial Services LLC manages approximately $2.61 billion through a network of 57 advisors, serving individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of services including discretionary and non-discretionary asset management, financial planning, ERISA fiduciary services, and tax preparation, utilizing a combination of direct management, third-party managers, and unified managed accounts.

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Paula Gilovich is an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity Investments, where she has been working since 2022. In her role, she helps clients connect to their financial goals by translating complex financial concepts into clear and practical steps. She specializes in addressing the unique financial issues women face and supports women in planning confidently at every stage of life. Prior to her current position, Paula held roles at Fidelity Investments as a High Net Worth Service Associate in 2022 and as a Customer Relations Advocate from 2021 to 2022. Her experience at Fidelity has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of investment solutions and client service. Outside of her professional work, Paula has interests in art, Pilates, soccer, surfing, theater, and writing.