CFP®-certified financial advisors working with sales professionals

Shaun Kiriu is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he spent 12 years at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Matthew Kilmer serves as Sales Manager and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has worked since 1998. In this role, he focuses on assisting high-net-worth individuals, families, business owners, and corporate executives with tailored wealth management strategies that align with their long-term goals and priorities. His expertise includes advising on business succession, liquidity events, wealth preservation, multi-generational planning, executive compensation, retirement planning, and managing concentrated equity positions. Matt holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC). He is also designated by Merrill as a Retirement Benefits Consultant, working with corporate and institutional retirement plans of $10 million or more. A cum laude graduate of the University of Rochester, he has been recognized on the Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" list from 2018 through 2026. Beyond his client work, Matt holds leadership roles within Merrill and is active in community service. He currently serves as Chair of the Merrill Financial Advisor Advisory Council to Management (ACTM), representing Merrill advisors nationwide. He has over 15 years of leadership and board service with the Greater Rochester YMCA, including roles as Board Chair and Annual Campaign Chair. Matt resides in Pittsford, New York, with his wife and three daughters, and enjoys boating, golfing, skiing, and spending time with his family.

Ascension Advisors was created to deliver a more personalized level of service and financial planning. I believe an investment strategy should align with one's values, priorities, and purpose. I created a firm where advisors have the flexibility, technology, and autonomy to craft tailored strategies that empower clients to pursue their goals with intention and confidence. Early in my career, I learned to value quality over quantity—sometimes, less is more. Deep, meaningful relationships built on empathy and trust are the foundation of delivering true client value. Managed growth enables me to cultivate these relationships with intention and provide exceptional client experiences, regardless of client net worth. The need for comprehensive, personalized fiduciary financial planning continues to grow—particularly among select client segments. Ascension Advisors was created to meet that demand. While the core principles of building, managing, protecting, and transferring wealth remain constant, the broader economic and capital markets landscape is dynamic and continuously evolving. Clients are well served when partnering with an advisor who genuinely understands and appreciates their journey—and is committed to helping them reach their destination.

I founded Geiser Wealth Planning, LLC to help busy people by being their reliable, personal point of contact and to assist them with the important questions and decisions they face in the financial side of their lives. I have over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry with 18 years specifically focused on helping individuals meet their financial goals. Geiser Wealth Planning, LLC provides wealth and investment management using the Assets Under Management fee structure. Geiser Wealth Planning, LLC also specializes in helping Sales Professionals in the Pharmaceutical/Medical Supply and Healthcare industry. Please visit www.geiserwealthplanning.com for more details and information.

Jeffrey Smith is a CFP® professional with 21 years of experience in financial advising. He has been the sole advisor at North Shore Investment Consulting LLC since 2004. North Shore Investment Consulting LLC provides fee-only investment management, comprehensive financial planning, and consulting primarily to high-net-worth individuals, professionals, retirees, and select profit-sharing plans. The firm emphasizes Modern Portfolio Theory, diversification, indexing, and quantitative optimization, managing portfolios largely on a non-discretionary basis with client consent for trades.

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.