COLUMBUS TEAM

You need a partner,
not just a financial planner.

That’s what makes us different.

At Vantage Financial, we get to know you and your family, your background, goals, and vision. We want to know what makes you tick. We want to build a true partnership, so we are able to help build your plan for the future.

You need a partner,
not just a financial planner.

That’s what makes us different.

At Vantage Financial, we get to know you and your family, your background, goals, and vision. We want to know what makes you tick. We want to build a true partnership, so we are able to help build your plan for the future.

CHRISTOPHER JOHNSON, CRPC®, AAMS®, CLTC, AWMA®, CEP®

Ohio Regional Partner & Senior Wealth Advisor

Chris has been a financial advisor since 2002. He is an Accredited Wealth Management Advisor and is certified in Long-Term Care and Estate Planning. Passionate about providing a holistic financial planning process for his clients, Chris focuses on client goals, investments, insurance strategies, wealth preservation, and estate planning. As a 2000 graduate of Ohio University, Chris continued his involvement with his alma mater as a member of the Professional Sales Advisory Board and is Co-Founder of the Sales Centre Alumni Society. Chris continues to serve on the Executive Board for the College of Business Marketing Advisory Board. Giving back to the community is important to Chris, who has been an active member of the board for Junior Achievement from 2012 through 2020. He currently serves on the Junior Achievement Development Committee and volunteers in the school classroom and BizTown. Chris has been recognized as Forty Under 40 in Columbus, Ohio by Columbus Business First.

Chris juggles a busy family life being a father to son, Colin (15), and daughters, Kendall (12), and Elliott (7), who keep him very active with various sports and school activities. When away from the office, you will find Chris cheering on Colin and Kendall at their soccer games and supporting Elliot at gymnastics. Chris enjoys golfing with clients, working out, and mountain biking, a new hobby he is learning to love.

Alma Mater: Ohio University

JARROD HART, CFP®,
ChFC®, CRPS®

Wealth &
Tax Advisor

Jarrod is a Wealth Advisor with 5 years of experience helping clients with holistic financial planning and advising on corporate retirement plans. Jarrod focuses on developing strong client relationships by delivering comprehensive financial planning, tax preparation, and investment advisory services tailored to clients’ circumstances to help integrate and maximize their finances.

Jarrod has earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Chartered Financial Consultant®, Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist®, and IRS Enrolled Agent (EA) certifications.

Outside of work, Jarrod enjoys traveling with his significant other, Julia, and spending time with his niece, Roxy. In his free time, Jarrod officiates OHSAA High School basketball, plays golf, and competes in triathlons. Jarrod lives in Cincinnati and spends time between our Loveland and Columbus offices.

Alma Mater: University of Cincinnati

MELANIE MCGRAW

Operations Manager

Melanie McGraw manages the daily operations for the Columbus office and practice. She is responsible for client transactions, insurance processing, and behind-the-scenes general operations. Melanie supports Jeremy and Chris to ensure we continually provide excellent solutions and processes to achieve our clients’ goals.

Melanie regularly volunteers with Junior Achievement of Central Ohio within both the classroom and BizTown. Previously, she was with Cardinal Health for 15 years where she spent 10 years as a Pricing and Contracts Supervisor.

When Melanie is not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Daryl, and son, Brady (14), rooting for the Buckeyes and the Browns (it’s tough), and taking hikes in the Metro Parks. Her older son, Jesse (28), now resides in Manhattan, so visits to NY are always exciting and entertaining. Their family enjoys taking cruises, fishing, hiking, and attending church. Melanie is determined to learn how to knit in 2023 and to read more often.

Melanie is originally from Columbus, Ohio and graduated from Hilliard Davidson.

JESSICA KYAW

Client Service Specialist

Jessica works out of the Huron office and is excited to be working with the Columbus team to assist with scheduling client meetings. She enjoys interacting with clients to address their questions and requests while working efficiently to keep client records updated and workflows running smoothly. Jessica grew up in Huron, SD and continued her education at Northern State University.

Jessica resides in Huron with her husband, Bo, and enjoys gardening, reading, camping and fishing in her free time. They are active members of the Bethesda Church of Huron.

Alma Mater: Northern State University

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