Adam Schaffer is a financial advisor with A Schaffer Advisor Services in Norwalk, Ohio, holding a Series 65 designation and eight years of industry experience. He previously worked for Buckingham Capital Management, Inc. for 11 years before founding his current firm in 2021. A Schaffer Advisor Services provides discretionary portfolio management and advice-only engagements to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, and small businesses. The firm employs a long-term, passive investment approach focused on strategic asset allocation using market-tracking ETFs, with customized investment policies and periodic portfolio reviews.

Andrew Brewer is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with Great Lakes Benefits and Wealth Management in Sandusky, Ohio. He has two years of industry experience, including prior roles at Northwestern Mutual and Pepperidge Farms. Outside of advisory work, he has worked part-time as a bartender and holds insurance agency licenses with Sentinel Security Life and Delaware Life. Great Lakes Benefits and Wealth Management provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm emphasizes fundamental analysis and a long-term trading approach, incorporating a range of investment products and offering additional services such as tax preparation and educational workshops.

Wayne Maslyk is a CFP® with 24 years of industry experience and has been with Great Lakes Benefits and Wealth Management since 2004. He is also a principal of Great Lakes Benefits, Inc., an employee benefits firm specializing in group health and fixed insurance products. Great Lakes Benefits and Wealth Management provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm employs a long-term investment approach using fundamental analysis and offers additional services such as tax preparation and educational workshops.

Brandon Schaefer is a financial advisor at W.A. Smith Financial Group with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management Inc. before joining his current firm. W.A. Smith Financial Group advises individuals, including high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, and business entities, offering portfolio management, financial and tax planning, and qualified retirement plan oversight. The firm employs a top-down, macro-driven investment process using both active and passive strategies, and utilizes sub-advisors, third-party managers, and alternative investment vehicles when appropriate.

William Lauer is a financial advisor at W.A. Smith Financial Group with nine years of industry experience. He has been with W.A. Smith Financial Group since 2013 and is also associated with Great Lakes Retirement, Inc. since 2016. He holds a Series 65 designation. W.A. Smith Financial Group advises individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, and business entities, offering portfolio management, financial and tax planning, and retirement plan oversight. The firm uses a top-down, macro-driven investment process with both active and passive strategies, incorporating sub-advisors and alternative investment vehicles for suitable clients.

Andrew Toccaceli is a financial advisor at W.A. Smith Financial Group with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at Great Lakes Retirement, Inc. since 2013, concurrently with his tenure at W.A. Smith Financial Group beginning in 2010. W.A. Smith Financial Group advises individuals, including high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, and business entities. The firm employs a macro-driven, top-down investment approach overseen by an investment committee and offers a range of services including portfolio management, financial planning, tax planning, and qualified retirement plan oversight.

Logan Bolin is a financial advisor at W.A. Smith Financial Group in Sandusky, OH, holding a Series 66 designation. He joined the firm in 2024 and has prior experience with Fidelity Investments, Rea & Associates, Inc., and Northwestern Mutual. Bolin's background also includes roles in education at Ashland University and Midview High School. W.A. Smith Financial Group advises individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, and business entities, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan oversight. The firm employs a top-down, macro-driven investment approach using both active and passive strategies, and utilizes sub-advisors and alternative investment vehicles for suitable clients.

William Smith is a financial advisor with W.A. Smith Financial Group in Sandusky, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with W.A. Smith Financial since 2011 and is also associated with Great Lakes Retirement, Inc. Outside of advisory work, he owns and operates several non-investment-related businesses, including an employee benefits firm, a marketing company, and a consulting business serving financial firms and individuals. W.A. Smith Financial Group advises individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, and business entities, offering portfolio management, financial and tax planning, and qualified retirement plan oversight. The firm employs a macro-driven, committee-based investment process using both active and passive strategies and incorporates third-party managers and alternative vehicles for suitable clients.

Jacob Kinsley is a financial advisor with W.A. Smith Financial Group in Sandusky, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at PNC Investments, Edward Jones, The Huntington Investment Company, LPL Financial, and FirstMerit Bank. W.A. Smith Financial Group advises individuals, including high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, and business entities, offering portfolio management, financial and tax planning, and qualified retirement plan oversight. The firm employs a top-down, macro-driven investment process with both active and passive strategies, utilizing sub-advisors and customized model portfolios.

Jarrett Lang is a financial advisor with W.A. Smith Financial Group in Sandusky, Ohio, holding a Series 65 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with W.A. Smith Financial Group since 2012 and is also associated with Great Lakes Retirement, Inc. since 2013. W.A. Smith Financial Group advises individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, and business entities, offering portfolio management, financial and tax planning, and retirement plan oversight. The firm uses a top-down, macro-driven investment process with both active and passive strategies and employs an investment committee for manager selection.

Karen Morris is a financial advisor at B. Riley Wealth Advisors, Inc. with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Wunderlich Securities, Inc. and PNC Investments. Outside of her advisory role, Morris serves as treasurer for the Campbell Christian Community Center and the Polar Bear Swim Club, and she is involved in tax accounting businesses she plans to own and operate. B. Riley Wealth Advisors, Inc. is an SEC-registered firm managing approximately $7.03 billion in client assets through a team of 274 advisors. The firm provides a wide range of services including advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement solutions to individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans.

Brent Blaus is a financial advisor with WesBanco Securities, Inc. in Bellevue, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Premier Bank, LPL Financial, Cetera Investment Services, Ameriprise Financial Services, and Investment Professionals Inc. WesBanco Securities, Inc. provides investment advice and portfolio management to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, and retirement plans, managing approximately $166 million in assets. The firm offers a range of wrap-fee portfolio management programs and access to third-party managed solutions, utilizing various analytical methods and investment strategies, including tax-aware and ESG options.

Steven Hafner is a financial advisor with Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Kestra in 2020, he worked at UBS Financial Services for five years. He serves on the boards of Catholic Charities of Erie County and Serving Our Seniors of Erie County, Ohio. Kestra Private Wealth Services manages approximately $10.2 billion in client assets through nearly 200 independent advisors, serving individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a range of advisory and financial planning services, supporting independent advisor decision-making with access to various platforms and managed solutions.

Nathan Schaefer is a financial advisor with Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. in Huron, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 10 years of industry experience. His prior work includes managing a bar and operating a business under the name Thomas Schaefer. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in insurance sales as an independent agent and engages in selling household items on eBay. Ausdal Financial Partners is an SEC-registered investment adviser and FINRA-member broker-dealer managing approximately $2.13 billion in client assets through a network of 152 advisors. The firm offers investment advisory programs, retirement plan services, and financial planning to a diverse clientele, including individuals, trusts, corporations, pension plans, and charitable organizations, with a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies.

Paul Kozak is a financial advisor at Gradient Advisors, LLC with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Gradient Advisors since 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he is a principal member involved in insurance and fixed annuities sales through his business activities with Premier Planning Services and D-Max Enterprises. Gradient Advisors provides investment management, financial planning, and consulting services to a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm supports a network of 169 advisors across 154 offices and manages approximately $990.7 million in assets on its platform.

Brian Duttera is a financial advisor at Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Merrill and Bank of America. He is the founder and portfolio manager of True Alpha Wealth Management and serves as secretary on the board of The Pattrick and Louise Murray Foundation. Kestra Private Wealth Services manages approximately $10.2 billion in client assets through nearly 200 independent advisors, serving individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm supports advisor-managed discretionary and non-discretionary accounts, financial planning, and a range of investment platforms and solutions.

Elizabeth Skrinak is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving at Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC since 2018. Her prior experience includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved in managing real estate properties as an owner and landlady. Kestra Private Wealth Services manages over $10 billion in client assets through a network of nearly 200 independent advisors, serving individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a range of investment and financial planning services, supporting advisor-driven portfolio management across multiple platforms.

Athol Bias Jr. is a financial advisor with B. Riley Wealth Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has worked with B. Riley Wealth Management since 2007 and joined B. Riley Wealth Advisors in 2022. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an elected official on the Margaretta Township board, overseeing local township operations and finances. B. Riley Wealth Advisors, Inc. manages approximately $7.03 billion in client assets through 274 advisors, offering a broad range of services including advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement solutions to individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm utilizes multiple program structures and both proprietary and third-party asset allocation models to deliver customized investment management.

Tessa Steinemann is a CFP® with nine years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC. Her prior roles include positions at LPL Financial, JPMorgan Asset and Wealth Management, and Beachbody LLC. She is involved in community organizations, holding board positions with the Harbourtown Fine Arts Center, the Sandusky Education Foundation, and serving as president of The Assembly of Erie County. Kestra Private Wealth Services manages approximately $10.2 billion in client assets through a network of nearly 200 independent advisors, serving individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a range of investment and financial planning services, supporting advisor decision-making with access to multiple platforms, managed solutions, and banking-related programs.

Melanie Woods is a financial advisor at Sanctuary Advisors, LLC with three years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS Financial and Florida SouthWestern State College. Sanctuary Advisors provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, trusts, estates, and retirement plans. The firm offers customized investment programs through various account types and utilizes sub-advisors and third-party model platforms to implement strategies.