What is your role at ANTOLINO Wealth Advisors?

I wear two hats. Most of my time is spent as an advisor, working directly with clients to help them move from “I think we should…” to “We did it.” The rest is focused on partnering internally to strengthen the systems behind the scenes—refining how we plan, invest, and communicate so every client benefits from our best thinking, every time. At the core, both roles are about the same thing: helping the people who trust us feel clear, confident, and in motion.

Tell us about yourself and your family.

I grew up outside Cleveland, one of seven kids. My parents raised all of us on a church salary and still managed to put each of us through college—an early and lasting lesson in how thoughtful planning and clear priorities can stretch resources further than most people imagine. Today, I live in Upper Arlington with my wife, Kristine, our sons Sam and George, and a rotating cast of dogs that somehow seems to grow over time.

Why did you pursue a career in finance?

I came to Ohio State curious about everything, which turned out to be a useful instinct for this work. I quickly realized that money sits at the center of many of life’s most important decisions—family, business, retirement, legacy—and that helping people think clearly about it meant being invited into those pivotal moments. Years in, I still feel lucky. I’m wired for learning, connecting ideas across disciplines, and solving meaningful problems alongside people I genuinely care about—and this career rewards all three.

What do you do for fun?

Anything outdoors—hiking, swimming, boating, reading on a porch, or stargazing. I recharge around people, so most of my free time involves a crowd: traveling for my sons’ soccer tournaments or exploring somewhere new with Kristine. I bring the same curiosity to weekends that I bring to work, which is probably why I don’t sit still for long.