Auburn, IN Office

Andrew Renninger is a financial advisor at CX Institutional, LLC with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 designation and previously worked at ProFed Credit Union and served in educational roles at Purdue University as well as Norwell High and Middle Schools. CX Institutional serves individuals, charitable organizations, business entities, and retirement plan sponsors, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-strategy asset allocation approach using fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis across a broad range of investment types and integrates third-party technology for consolidated reporting and tax-efficient asset management.

Jared Herndon is a financial advisor at CX Institutional, LLC with a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining CX Institutional in 2025, he worked at Ash Brokerage for eight years. CX Institutional serves individuals, charitable organizations, business entities, and retirement plan sponsors with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-strategy asset allocation approach combining fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis across various asset classes, supplemented by third-party technology for reporting and tax-efficient asset location.

Nicholas Mc Kinley is a financial advisor at CX Institutional, LLC with a Series 65 license and no prior industry experience. His background includes roles in education, healthcare, and steel manufacturing before joining CX Institutional in 2026. CX Institutional serves individuals, charitable organizations, business entities, and retirement plan sponsors with portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting through its multi-strategy platform that combines fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis across various asset classes. The firm also offers specialized investment strategies and integrates third-party technology for consolidated reporting and tax-efficient asset management.

Adam Gottschalk is a CFP® professional with three years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at CX Institutional, LLC. Prior to joining CX Institutional, he worked at Passage Wealth for three years and held positions in education at Spring Arbor University and Concordia Lutheran High School. CX Institutional serves individuals, charitable organizations, business entities, and retirement plan sponsors with portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting through its multi-strategy platform. The firm employs a blend of fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis across various asset classes and offers thematic and specialized strategies including artificial intelligence, blockchain, and electric vehicle portfolios.

Alisha Norris is a CFA® charterholder with 15 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at CX Institutional, LLC since 2022. Prior to joining CX Institutional, she worked at LPL Financial and Dekko Investment Services from 2013 to 2022. She is involved in the community as a member of the Investment Committees for Junior Achievement of Northern Indiana and the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne. CX Institutional serves individuals, charitable organizations, business entities, and retirement plan sponsors with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-strategy asset allocation approach combining fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis across a diverse range of asset classes, supplemented by third-party technology for reporting and tax-efficient asset management.

Tanner Echenoz is a financial advisor at CX Institutional, LLC with a Series 65 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Ash Brokerage and Kelley Automotive. CX Institutional serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, and business entities by providing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting through a multi-strategy platform that incorporates fundamental, quantitative, technical, and cyclical analysis across various asset classes.

David Hefty is a CFP® professional with 27 years of industry experience, currently with CX Institutional, LLC since 2018. He previously worked at Hefty Wealth Partners from 2006 to 2018 and at LPL Financial, LLC from 2002 to 2020. Outside of advising, he is involved in family farming operations through Acacia Ranch, Inc. and Hefty Farms, LLC. CX Institutional serves individuals—including high-net-worth clients—as well as charitable organizations, business entities, and retirement plan sponsors by providing portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-strategy asset allocation approach that combines fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis across various asset classes and offers thematic strategies, structured products, and access to private investment funds.

Stacy Hefty is a financial advisor with CX Institutional, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. Prior to joining CX Institutional in 2018, Hefty worked at Hefty Wealth Partners, Inc. and LPL Financial. Outside of advising, Hefty is involved in agricultural business operations through ownership of farm-related entities. CX Institutional serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, and business entities, providing portfolio management and financial planning through a multi-strategy platform that incorporates fundamental, quantitative, technical, and cyclical analysis across a variety of investment vehicles.

Heston Terzo is a financial advisor at CX Institutional, LLC with a Series 65 designation and no prior industry experience. His background includes roles outside finance, such as operating Lincoln Speakeasy Taproom and work in education and power systems. CX Institutional serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, and business entities by providing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-strategy investment approach combining fundamental, quantitative, technical, and cyclical analysis across various asset classes, offering specialized portfolios and integrating financial planning with advanced technology tools.

Brady Mc Bride is a financial advisor at CX Institutional, LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at CX Institutional since 2021. Prior to that, he held roles in mortgage lending and various other positions outside the financial industry. CX Institutional serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, and business entities by providing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-strategy investment approach that integrates fundamental, quantitative, technical, and cyclical analysis across a range of asset classes and utilizes both model portfolios and custom strategies.

Tyler Rickert is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at CX Institutional, LLC with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining CX Institutional, he worked at Saint Francis and Ivy Tech. Outside of finance, he owns and operates Kustom Apparel, a screen printing and embroidery business. CX Institutional serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, and business entities with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm uses a multi-strategy investment approach incorporating fundamental, quantitative, technical, and cyclical analysis across various asset classes and offers specialized strategy portfolios alongside custom solutions.

Blake Scheer is a financial advisor with CX Institutional, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He has previously worked at Osaic Wealth, Inc. and Miller Christian and Zwiebel Asset Management Corp. CX Institutional serves individuals, charitable organizations, business entities, and retirement plan sponsors with portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-strategy asset allocation approach and integrates third-party technology to provide consolidated reporting and tax-efficient asset location.

Braeden Hall is a financial advisor at CX Institutional, LLC with a Series 65 credential and no prior industry experience. His background includes roles with the Indianapolis Colts, Fort Wayne Tincaps, and Escuela Universitaria Real Madrid, among others. CX Institutional serves individuals, charitable organizations, business entities, and retirement plan sponsors with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-strategy asset allocation approach combining fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis, and offers access to thematic investment strategies, structured products, and specialized private funds.

Brian Neal is a financial advisor at CX Institutional, LLC with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Personal Wealth Partners, LLC, LPL Financial, and Hefty Wealth Partners, Inc. Mr. Neal has been involved in client transition services between CX Institutional and Personal Wealth Partners. CX Institutional serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, and business entities with portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-strategy investment approach that includes fundamental, quantitative, technical, and cyclical analysis across various asset classes and offers specialized strategy portfolios alongside custom solutions.

William Ternet is a financial advisor at CX Institutional, LLC with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation. Prior to joining CX Institutional, he served in roles with the City of Auburn and the County of DeKalb. CX Institutional serves individuals, charitable organizations, business entities, and retirement plan sponsors with portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-strategy asset allocation approach using fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis across various asset classes and offers specialized thematic strategies including artificial intelligence, blockchain, and electric vehicle portfolios.