CFP®-certified financial advisors working with executives in Ohio
The right financial advisor for you depends on how you weigh location, expertise, experience, the clients they typically serve, and how they work with you.
If you recently stepped into an executive role or are preparing for one, you need an advisor who understands the unique financial challenges that come with executive compensation and benefits. A common mistake is treating your executive income like regular salary, which can lead to missed tax-saving opportunities and inefficient benefit use. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including complex income scenarios like yours.
- Executive compensation nuances. Confirm how they handle stock options, bonuses, and deferred compensation to optimize your cash flow and tax position.
- Municipal tax awareness. Since Ohio cities vary in municipal income taxes, ask how they incorporate local tax rules into your overall plan.
- Benefit package integration. Check if they coordinate your executive perks—like retirement plans and insurance—with your broader financial goals.
- Career transition planning. Discuss how they support changes like promotions or job changes, which can affect your financial strategy.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Bradley Z
CFP®, Series 66
Fostoria, OH
Edward Jones
Bradley Zoeller's CFP® certification and seven years of experience equip him to address the complex financial needs of executives in Ohio, including managing executive compensation and tax strategies. Based in Fostoria, OH, he works with Edward Jones, a large firm with over $1 trillion in assets, offering wealth management and tax-loss harvesting services with an AUM fee up to 1.35%, which may suit executives seeking comprehensive support.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Douglas F
CFP®, CFA®, Series 66
New Philadelphia, OH
Rea Wealth Management
Douglas Feller's CFP® and CFA® credentials, combined with 24 years of experience, equip him to address executive compensation complexities like equity compensation tax strategy in Ohio. Operating from New Philadelphia, OH, he offers negotiable fees and works within a multi-advisor firm managing nearly $900 million, providing both customized and model-based portfolio management, which may suit executives seeking tailored yet scalable financial planning.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $932,578
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Simon M
CFP®, Series 65, Series 66
Columbus, OH
J.P. Morgan Securities
Simon Maynard's 18 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the complex financial needs of executives in Ohio, including executive compensation and benefit integration. Working at J.P. Morgan Securities, a large firm known for institutional consulting and wealth management, he offers a 0.30% AUM fee and expertise that spans executive and founder/business owner specialties, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $318,381
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Michael H
CFP®, CFA®, Series 63
Cincinnati, OH
HORAN Wealth, LLC
Michael Hermes, based in Cincinnati, Ohio, is a CFP® and CFA® with eight years of experience advising executives and founders, making him well-equipped to address executive compensation complexities. His firm, HORAN Wealth, LLC, offers flat fees for specific planning projects and emphasizes asset allocation and diversification, distinguishing him from others by combining independent advice with a structured investment approach and a focus on high-net-worth and approaching-retirement clients.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $989,347
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Brandon D
CFP®, Series 63
Akron, OH
Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C.
Brandon Deckert's 12 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the complex financial needs of executives in Ohio, including executive compensation and retirement plans. Working at Sequoia Financial Group, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he offers flat-fee wealth planning and combines model and custom portfolio management, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller client bases or different fee structures.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $2,697,996
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