Meridian Wealth Management, LLC

Mark Kebodeaux is a financial advisor at Meridian Wealth Management, LLC with 34 years of industry experience. He previously worked for First Financial for 10 years before joining Meridian in 2023. Kebodeaux holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Meridian Wealth Management serves individual and high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan services, utilizing equities, ETFs, mutual funds, fixed income, and alternative investments with ongoing monitoring and rebalancing.

Matthew Stockham is a financial advisor with Meridian Wealth Management, LLC in Lexington, KY, holding a Series 66 credential and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Meridian since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as vice president on the board of directors for Southeastern Cal Ripken, a local youth baseball league, and is an assistant baseball coach at Sayre School. Meridian Wealth Management, LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual and high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate/business clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services, employing a tailored investment approach that includes equities, ETFs, mutual funds, fixed income, and occasional alternatives.

David Furmanski is a financial advisor with Meridian Wealth Management, LLC in Tucson, AZ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 27 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and UBS Financial Services. Outside of advising, he is a 50% owner of Empire Pizza and manages a real estate rental business through Define Properties, LLC. Meridian Wealth Management serves individual and high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services. The firm uses tailored investment strategies involving equities, ETFs, mutual funds, fixed income, and alternative investments, supported by ongoing portfolio monitoring and periodic reviews.

Jake Blumenthal is a financial advisor at Meridian Wealth Management, LLC with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 credential and has worked at Meridian since 2022. Outside of his advisory role, he contributes market and economy articles to Seeking Alpha independently of Meridian Wealth Management. Meridian Wealth Management, LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual and high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers customized portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services, utilizing a range of investment vehicles and conducting regular portfolio reviews.

Tyler Bailey is a financial advisor at Meridian Wealth Management, LLC in Lexington, KY, with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Meridian since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is president and sole owner of Bailey Capital, LLC, a non-investment related business entity. Meridian Wealth Management, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual and high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services, using a tailored investment approach that includes equities, ETFs, mutual funds, fixed income, and occasional alternative investments.

Suzanne Powell is a financial advisor with Meridian Wealth Management, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 22 years of industry experience. She has worked at Meridian since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors from 2012 to 2016. Powell serves as board chair of Arbor Youth Services, a nonprofit providing emergency shelter for minors, and is a contributing author of a book focused on financial education for women over 50. Meridian Wealth Management, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual and high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate/business clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services, employing a tailored investment approach with ongoing portfolio monitoring and reviews.

Drake Cooper is a financial advisor with Meridian Wealth Management, LLC in Mandeville, LA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and International Paper. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as an insurance agent through a related business focused on fixed insurance products. Meridian Wealth Management, LLC serves individual and high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate/business clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services, employing a network model that includes both employee and independent contractor advisors.

Justin Sautter is a financial advisor with Meridian Wealth Management, LLC in Lexington, KY. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 16 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Meridian in 2020, he worked at Russell Capital Management, LLC for seven years. Outside of his advisory role, Justin serves on the boards of two local nonprofits focused on preserving regional heritage and supporting the Kentucky Horse Park. Meridian Wealth Management is an SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual and high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate/business clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services, using a tailored investment approach based on client profiles and ongoing portfolio monitoring.

Jenna White is a financial advisor at Meridian Wealth Management, LLC with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at Greenbrier Golf and Country Club and Olive Garden. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a brand ambassador for Goodboy Vodka, participating in golf sporting events during the summer. Meridian Wealth Management, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual and high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services, utilizing a range of investment strategies and ongoing portfolio monitoring.

James Davis is a financial advisor at Meridian Wealth Management, LLC with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Northwestern Mutual in various roles from 2016 to 2024. Outside of his advisory work, Davis serves as a board member and manager for Affirm, a nonprofit organization assisting women in crisis, and is also an author. Meridian Wealth Management is an SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual and high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate/business clients. The firm offers tailored portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services using a combination of equities, ETFs, mutual funds, fixed income, and alternative investments.

Christopher Reagan is a financial advisor at Meridian Wealth Management, LLC with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at PRUCO Securities, The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Mass Mutual Investors Services, and Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. Reagan is also involved with Meridian Insurance LLC, where he sells life insurance and fixed annuities. Meridian Wealth Management, LLC serves individual and high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate/business clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services, employing a tailored investment approach that includes equities, ETFs, mutual funds, fixed income, and occasional alternative investments.

Michael Burchett is a financial advisor at Meridian Wealth Management, LLC in Lexington, KY, holding Series 65 and Series 66 credentials with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Meridian, he held academic positions at the University of Houston, Fordham University, and West Virginia University. Meridian Wealth Management serves individual and high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate/business clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services, using a tailored investment approach that includes equities, ETFs, mutual funds, fixed income, and occasional alternative investments.

Jackie Goulas is a financial advisor with Meridian Wealth Management, LLC, holding a Series 65 designation and 21 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Integrity RIA LLC, Arete Wealth Management LLC, and Dupre Carrier Godchaux. Meridian Wealth Management, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual and high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services, utilizing a range of investment vehicles and a network model that includes both employee and independent contractor advisors.

Darold Brooks is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 21 years of industry experience, currently practicing at Meridian Wealth Management, LLC since 2022. Prior to this, he spent 12 years at Livingston Group Asset Management Company. Outside of his advisory role, he manages real estate-related businesses, including serving as Managing Director of CMI Realty Group, LLC. Meridian Wealth Management, LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual and high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate/business clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services, employing a range of investment strategies tailored to client profiles.

Abraham Kawaja III is a financial advisor at Meridian Wealth Management, LLC with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Meridian since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Board Chair of The Salvation Army of Central Kentucky, a charitable organization providing food and shelter to the homeless. Meridian Wealth Management serves individual and high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan services, using a combination of equities, ETFs, mutual funds, fixed income, and alternative investments with ongoing monitoring and rebalancing.