Meghan Horine Schafer

About the Firm Balance Life Planning was created to help mid-career individuals and families find balance between the financial and lifestyle needs of today, tomorrow, and legacy. Our approach combines the core tenets of financial planning: Investment Strategy Tax Planning Cash Flow/ Retirement Planning Insurance Analysis Estate Planning Furthermore, we offer planning catered to families that have more complex compensation such as stock options, RSUs, Employee Stock Purchase Plans (ESPP), etc. We utilize the latest technology available to deliver a seamless client experience that includes a planning portal, secure vault for planning documents, tax planning tools, and more. About Me I was born and raised in Canton, OH and relocated to the Cincinnati area to attend Xavier University. During that time, I met my wife Erica, and we settled in Villa Hills, KY. We have three beautiful daughters: Molly, Taylor, and Charlotte. We enjoy traveling, various sports, and dogs (we have three dogs Rev, Louis, and Teller). I started in the Financial Services industry at a large investment firm in 2011. During my nearly 10 years there, I worked my way from customer service, through various trading positions, to a book of clients of over 900 high-net worth households that I assisted with planning and investing. In February 2015, I earned my CFP® marks (CERTFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™). In September 2020, I decided it was time for a change that offered a better life balance and client experience. I joined a smaller firm in Blue Ash, OH, as a Senior Advisor. During that time, I gained valuable experience working through complex planning scenarios with high-net worth clients, managing day to day operations of the firm, and was closely connected to a first-class CPA firm. Of the thousands of clients I've had the privilege to serve, several carried ranging degrees of regret around their financial planning path. Most of which sounded like: "if I knew then what I knew now, I would have...". I have designed Balanced Life Planning to meet clients and families where they are earlier in life to create better financial outcomes.

I started my career at Fidelity Investments before transitioning to Merrill Lynch to join a wealth management team managing $2.2 billion in assets. In January 2020, I broke away from Merrill Lynch to found Incline Wealth Advisors, an independent, fiduciary, wealth management firm. I had to persevere a very tough start when the Covid pandemic broke out in early 2020, but was able to make it through the tough times with my business. I have since grown tremendously since then and have brought on two employees. Through my business I work closely with business owners to provide advice on retirement planning, investment and risk management, cash flow and debt management, estate planning, tax strategies, business exits, acquisitions and succession planning. In 2022, I acquired a local business called GameMaster Athletic. In addition to being an owner in the business I sit on our Board of Directors and oversee some operations with our current CEO. I am married and have 5 children. Certifications: • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER Community Work: • Elder High School Investment Committee • Western Economic Counsel: Board Member & Treasurer • Former: Make-A-Wish Foundation: Emerging Leader Advisory Board Member • Former: Thomas More Alumni Association: Board Member • Future Our Lady of Visitation Basketball Coordinator

Anthony Russell is a Wealth Management Senior Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments. He collaborates with clients to manage the day-to-day tasks necessary to work towards their financial goals by understanding their needs and identifying suitable strategies tailored to each individual client and their family. Anthony has been with Fidelity Investments since 2015, holding various roles including Financial Representative, High Net Worth Representative, Workplace Planning Consultant, Private Wealth Management Planning Consultant, and currently Senior Relationship Manager. His experience spans multiple areas within wealth and financial management. Outside of his professional role, Anthony enjoys activities such as camping, concerts, fishing, golf, kayaking, and traveling.

Denise Cox is Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, where she leads a team of financial professionals dedicated to partnering with clients to deliver tailored financial planning services. She has held this role since 2023 and brings extensive leadership experience within the firm. Her career at Fidelity Investments includes positions such as Assistant Branch Leader from 2021 to 2023, Team Leader for Workplace Planning and Advice from 2018 to 2021, and Senior Relationship Manager from 2013 to 2018. Throughout her tenure, Denise has developed expertise in financial planning and client relationship management. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Denise has interests in art, cooking and baking, and music.

Bill Bowdy is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. He has been with Fidelity since 2010, progressing through various roles including Financial Consultant, Investments Consultant, Investment Solutions Representative, and Financial Representative. With over a decade of experience, Bill specializes in working with High Net Worth individuals on retirement planning, income planning, tax-efficient investment planning, and estate planning considerations. He focuses on designing financial plans that account for all market scenarios to support his clients and their families. Outside of his professional work, Bill's personal interests include beach activities, fitness, football, golf, and spending time at the lake.

Jeffry Drifmeyer is Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he collaborates with affluent families and business owners to build efficient financial plans aimed at achieving their goals. Prior to his current role, Jeffry served as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2016 to 2023 and as a Retirement Relationship Manager from 2012 to 2016. Jeffry holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. He focuses on helping clients develop financial plans they can clearly articulate and feel confident about. No additional information regarding education, personal interests, or community involvement has been provided.