Our Team

Our team is proud to provide a breadth of experience, specialized financial knowledge and elevated level of service to all our clients. We work together to serve your goals and help you meet your financial future with more confidence.

Managing Partners

Gregg Keele, CFP, CRPC, CDFA, APMA

Financial Advisor
Managing Partner

Kevin McKay

Financial Advisor
Managing Partner

E 82nd Street

Indianapolis, IN

Phil Christner, CFP®, CDFA®, APMA™

Financial Advisor
Senior Vice President

Aaron Austin, APMA™

Financial Advisor

Ben Hoeing, APMA™

Financial Advisor

Laura McMahon, CFP®

Financial Advisor

Sheri Richardson

Operations Manager

Stephanie Barske

Senior Client Associate

Toshua Lane

Client Service Associate

Andrea Kimble

Client Service Associate

Susan Talbot

Administrative Assistant

Pointe Inverness Way

Fort Wayne, IN

Mason Whitted, CFP®

Associate Financial Advisor

Jeff Zenger

Portfolio Administrator

Branden Clayton

Registered Client Associate

Candice Hurley

Administrative Assistant

Coldwater Road

Fort Wayne, IN

Edward Puglise, CRPC™

Financial Advisor
Partner

Thomas Russell, CRPC™

Financial Advisor
Partner

Drew Baker, CFA®

Financial Advisor
Partner

Tammy Couch

Administrative Manager

Alisandra Bacino

Administrative Assistant

Grace Puglise

Administrative Assistant

A message from Managing Partner Gregg Keele;

Ryan Perkins passed away unexpectedly from natural causes at his home on January 6, 2026.

Ryan was a founding partner of Clearwater Private Wealth Advisors, but more than that, he was a dear friend of mine for over 20 years. He cared deeply for his family, clients, friends, and colleagues. His loss will be felt by many, and his legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched.

Although your advisor will continue in that role, you may have spent some time with Ryan over the years, as he served with me as a managing partner since the practice's inception.  You may receive communication from Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network regarding his passing, this is intended only to keep you informed. Please know that this does not change our relationship or our commitment to achieving your financial goals. Our team remains strong, and serving your financial goals continues to be our only priority.  If Ryan was your primary advisor, Kevin McKay will be contacting you soon to ensure you remain confident in your investment plan and investment positioning.

This is a very difficult time for me, Ryan’s family, and our entire Team.  We are here to support you and share in your grief. Please reach out if you would like to talk.

Thank you for your friendship and your trust as we navigate thru this difficult time.

View Ryan's Obituary