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EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC

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Client AUM

$176,416,964

Clients

429

Advisors

10

of 14 employees

About

EmVision Capital Advisors serves high‑net‑worth individuals, families, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, donor‑advised funds and family offices, and also works with corporations and other business entities associated with those clients. The firm offers discretionary investment management and comprehensive financial advisory services, including strategic balance‑sheet planning, asset allocation, portfolio construction and ancillary family office services such as bill pay, payroll and entity administration.

The firm’s investment process is driven by a customized Investment Policy Statement for each client and an asset‑allocation framework that can include cash, investment‑grade fixed income, private credit, global equity, private equity, and real estate. EmVision uses an investment committee to review model allocations, underwrites third‑party portfolio managers and implements portfolios via separate account managers, pooled funds and other vehicles while monitoring and rebalancing to client objectives.

The brochure discloses that EmVision is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMV Holdings with indirect ownership ties to M&D Financial, and that its advisors are dually registered with Commonwealth and licensed to offer insurance products, a structure the firm notes can create conflicts of interest and broker‑dealer execution limitations. The firm also highlights family office capabilities that can be provided for assets outside its managed accounts and a formal underwriting and allocation policy for limited investment opportunities, which distinguishes its service mix from many peer teams.

Client services

Financial planning Portfolio management Newsletters or periodicals Educational seminars or workshops

Expertise

Wealth management Private / alternative investments Charitable giving & philanthropy Business ownership considerations Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k)

Occupation focus

Founder/Business Owner Executive

Demographic focus

Intergenerational Families

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Fee options

Fixed

Some clients have flat fee structures not based on assets under management; specific amounts are not stated.

Commissions

Advisors are dually registered and may earn commissions on securities and insurance products; commissions vary by product and are paid to Commonwealth.

Other

Minimum fee: Some clients have minimum quarterly amounts or fees for administration, but specific amounts are not stated.

Main office

251 W. Garfield Rd., Suite 155

Aurora OH 44202

Advisors at this office

10

Most active in

Florida · Illinois · Indiana · Michigan · Nebraska · North Carolina · Ohio · Oregon · Pennsylvania · South Carolina · Tennessee · Texas · Virginia · West Virginia

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Advisors at this firm

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Robert S

CFP®, Series 66

Aurora, OH

EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC

Robert Swindaman is a CFP® with 12 years of experience in financial advising. He is currently with EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC and has previously worked at firms including Commonwealth Financial Network and Gerber, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Fernweh, LLC, a business consulting firm. EmVision Capital Advisors serves high-net-worth individuals, families, and family offices, providing discretionary investment management and comprehensive wealth-planning services. The firm’s investment approach involves customized asset-allocation models across multiple asset classes, supported by an investment committee and coordinated planning across tax, estate, philanthropy, and education areas.

Wealth management Private / alternative investments Charitable giving & philanthropy Business ownership considerations Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner Executive Intergenerational Families
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James Z

Series 63, Series 65

Aurora, OH

EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC

James Zidd is a financial advisor at EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at firms including Commonwealth Financial Network, Tavco Financial Advisory, Inc., and W H Colson Securities Inc. He is also the owner of Zidd Financial Services, LLC, a private entity that supports his securities, advisory, and insurance business activities. EmVision Capital Advisors serves high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, donor-advised funds, family offices, and related business entities. The firm offers discretionary investment management and comprehensive financial advisory services supported by a customized Investment Policy Statement and a diversified asset-allocation framework.

Wealth management Private / alternative investments Charitable giving & philanthropy Business ownership considerations Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner Executive Intergenerational Families
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Johnathon O

CFP®

Aurora, OH

EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC

Johnathon Opet is a CFP® professional with nine years of industry experience, currently serving at EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC since 2017. His prior work includes roles at Commonwealth Financial Network and Stratos Wealth Partners. He is also co-owner of M&D Financial Enterprises, Inc., which supports securities, advisory, and insurance activities at EmVision. EmVision Capital Advisors serves high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, charitable organizations, and family offices, offering discretionary investment management and comprehensive financial advisory services. The firm employs a customized investment approach using an investment committee to review allocations and manages portfolios through various vehicles while providing ancillary family office services.

Wealth management Private / alternative investments Charitable giving & philanthropy Business ownership considerations Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner Executive Intergenerational Families
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Dennis S

Series 63, Series 65

Aurora, OH

EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC

Dennis Spontarelli is a financial advisor with EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Commonwealth Financial Network, LPL Financial, LLC, and Cantella & Co., Inc. He is also co-owner of D&K DDCT, a condominium rental business in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. EmVision Capital Advisors serves high-net-worth individuals, families, family offices, and related entities by providing discretionary investment management, customized investment policy statements, portfolio construction, and strategic wealth-planning services. The firm emphasizes customized asset-allocation models reviewed by an investment committee and offers scalable family-office operational services beyond typical asset management.

Wealth management Private / alternative investments Charitable giving & philanthropy Business ownership considerations Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner Executive Intergenerational Families
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James A

Series 66

Aurora, OH

EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC

James Artale is a financial advisor with Commonwealth Financial Network, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at LPL Financial, Northwestern Mutual, and Stratos Wealth Partners. Outside of his advisory career, he has been involved with the Kenston Baseball Association for nine years. Commonwealth Financial Network serves a national network of advisors and their clients by providing a range of advisory programs, wealth management, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm supports affiliated advisors with operations, trading, technology, investment management, compliance, and practice-management resources.

Wealth management Private / alternative investments Charitable giving & philanthropy Business ownership considerations Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner Executive Intergenerational Families
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Stephen F

Series 63

Aurora, OH

EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC

Stephen Frank is a financial advisor at EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC with 35 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked previously at Investment Partners Ltd and CommonWealth Financial Network. Frank also engages in fixed insurance sales. EmVision Capital Advisors serves high-net-worth individuals, families, family offices, and related entities by providing discretionary investment management, customized investment policy statements, portfolio construction, and strategic wealth-planning services. The firm emphasizes customized asset-allocation models reviewed by an investment committee and offers scalable family-office operational services alongside comprehensive planning and ongoing client communication.

Wealth management Private / alternative investments Charitable giving & philanthropy Business ownership considerations Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner Executive Intergenerational Families
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Michael E

Series 63

Aurora, OH

EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC

Michael Embrescia is a financial advisor with EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC in Aurora, Ohio, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked with Commonwealth Financial Network since 2022 and has been with EmVision Capital Advisors since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, Embrescia is involved in fixed insurance sales. EmVision Capital Advisors serves high-net-worth individuals, families, family offices, and related entities by providing discretionary investment management, customized investment policy statements, portfolio construction, and strategic wealth-planning services. The firm integrates family office operational services and employs a customized, committee-reviewed investment process across liquid and illiquid asset classes.

Wealth management Private / alternative investments Charitable giving & philanthropy Business ownership considerations Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner Executive Intergenerational Families
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Noah A

Series 66

Aurora, OH

EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC

Noah Anthony is a financial advisor with Commonwealth Financial Network, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked at EmVision Capital Advisors and Commonwealth Financial Network since 2022. Outside of advising, he is the owner and president of NPA Wealth Solutions, LLC, a private entity involved in securities, advisory, and insurance business. Commonwealth Financial Network serves a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors and their clients, providing advisory programs, wealth management, and retirement plan consulting. The firm supports its advisors with operations, trading, technology, investment management, and compliance services while offering a range of investment program structures and discretionary model portfolios.

Wealth management Private / alternative investments Charitable giving & philanthropy Business ownership considerations Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner Executive Intergenerational Families
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Alexander K

Series 66

Aurora, OH

EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC

Alexander Kimes is a financial advisor with EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at EmVision Capital Advisors and Commonwealth Financial Network, as well as earlier positions outside finance. He is involved in fixed insurance sales during business hours. EmVision Capital Advisors serves high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, and related entities, providing discretionary investment management and comprehensive financial advisory services tailored through customized Investment Policy Statements and a diverse asset-allocation framework.

Wealth management Private / alternative investments Charitable giving & philanthropy Business ownership considerations Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner Executive Intergenerational Families
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Randal M

Series 63

Aurora, OH

EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC

Randal Mears is a financial advisor with EmVision Capital Advisors, LLC, holding a Series 63 designation and 36 years of industry experience. He has worked at Commonwealth Equity Services, Inc. since 1993 and previously led Mears Financial Services as president and sole owner. Mears serves as Secretary of the Board of Directors for Cardinal Credit Union in Mentor, Ohio. EmVision Capital Advisors serves high-net-worth individuals, families, and family offices, providing discretionary investment management, customized investment policy statements, and strategic wealth-planning services. The firm’s investment approach uses customized asset-allocation models across liquid and illiquid asset classes, supported by an investment committee and ongoing client communication.

Wealth management Private / alternative investments Charitable giving & philanthropy Business ownership considerations Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner Executive Intergenerational Families
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