Your financial world. And beyond.

Private Wealth Management

Successful families, entrepreneurs and executives choose The Ellis Group to oversee their financial world year after year. We are diligent and focused Private Wealth Advisors who not only care about what matters to you, but our meticulous process leaves no stone unturned when it comes to structuring a thoughtful plan and creating solutions to help you pursue your goals.

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60

Collective years of experience

$3.5 billion

Assets under management

5

Advisors on the team


A culture of service

Each member of our experienced team has the insight to look beyond your portfolio, asking questions that get to the core issues—about life, family and legacy. we strive to connect with your children because individuals of any age can benefit from education and more informed financial decision-making.

Our goal is to be your single point of contact—problem-solvers who listen, provide answers and collaborate with your tax and legal professionals to help ensure we deliver, cohesive advice designed for your clients needs.

You have already accomplished much in your lifetime. We are committed to helping you preserve and protect all you have achieved and enhance value for generations to come. We do this by utilizing the deep global resources of our firm and our extended team of UBS experts in planning, estate and trust strategies and philanthropy.

  • David Ellis

    David W. Ellis

    Managing Director

    Financial Advisor

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    With more than 40 years of experience in the financial services industry, David and his team help individuals, families, and organizations with substantial wealth pursue their financial goals through personalized investment guidance and comprehensive wealth management. He holds the Series 7, 24, 63, and 65 securities licenses and combines decades of financial-services experience with his background as a non-practicing CPA to offer thoughtful, well-rounded guidance.

    David extends his commitment to service through longstanding civic and nonprofit leadership. He formerly chaired the Greater Cincinnati Foundation and has served on the boards of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center Foundation. He currently serves on the boards of the Blue Ash Protective Association and the Madeira–Indian Hill Joint Fire District. David earned a B.S. in accounting from Syracuse University and is Chairman Emeritus of Gradison.

    Outside the office, David enjoys playing golf, fly fishing, and playing guitar in The Suits That Rock.

    • Barron’s Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams, 2024, 2025The Barron's rating is awarded annually in May based on information from the prior year Q4.
    • Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013The Barron's rating is awarded annually in March and is based on information from the prior year Q3. 
    • Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
      The Barron's rating is awarded annually in March and is based on information from the prior year Q3. 
    • Barron's Top 1,500 Financial Advisors, 2026The Barron's rating is awarded annually in March based on information from the prior year Q3.
    • Forbes America's Top Wealth Advisors, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in April based on information from a 12 month period ending June of the prior year.
    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in April based on information from a 12 month period ending June of the prior year.
    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

      • Private Wealth Advisor
      8044 Montgomery Road
      The Towers At Kenwood
      Cincinnati, OH 45236
      david.w.ellis@ubs.com
      David W. Ellis
      8044 Montgomery Road,Cincinnati,OH,45236
    • Adam Cannon

      Adam Cannon, CIMA

      Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

      Financial Advisor

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      Adam brings more than 20 years of industry experience to his Private Wealth Advisor role. He joined The Ellis Group in 1997 and is a Certified Investment Management AnalystSM. As a member of the team, Adam focuses on portfolio construction and management, as well as investment manager due diligence. Adam also implements asset allocation strategies and manages the portfolio risk analysis for the team. He holds the Series 7, 63 and 65 securities licenses and attended the University of Cincinnati.

      • Barron’s Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams, 2024, 2025The Barron's rating is awarded annually in May based on information from the prior year Q4.
      • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

        • Private Wealth Advisor
        8044 Montgomery Road
        The Towers At Kenwood
        Cincinnati, OH 45236
        adam.cannon@ubs.com
        Adam Cannon, CIMA
        8044 Montgomery Road,Cincinnati,OH,45236
      •  Keith Lum

        Keith Lum, CRPS

        Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

        Financial Advisor

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        Keith is a Private Wealth Advisor with The Ellis Group. He began his financial services career in 1992 and joined The Ellis Group in 2006. With decades of industry experience, Keith helps individuals, families, and organizations navigate complex financial decisions through thoughtful, personalized guidance. His areas of expertise include comprehensive financial planning, retirement planning, insurance strategies, and corporate retirement plans. 

        Keith earned a bachelor’s degree in financial planning from Purdue University and an MBA from Xavier University. He holds the Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist™ (CRPS®) professional designation, as well as Series 7 and 66 securities licenses and life, health, and annuity insurance licenses. Committed to serving the Greater Cincinnati community, Keith serves as treasurer on the board of Every Child Succeeds.

        • Barron’s Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams, 2024, 2025The Barron's rating is awarded annually in May based on information from the prior year Q4.
        • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

          • Private Wealth Advisor
          8044 Montgomery Road
          The Towers At Kenwood
          Cincinnati, OH 45236
          keith.lum@ubs.com
          Keith Lum, CRPS
          8044 Montgomery Road,Cincinnati,OH,45236
        • TonyBollin

          Tony Bollin, CFP

          Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

          Financial Advisor

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          Tony joined The Ellis Group in 2005 and has over 10 years of industry experience. He is a Certified Financial Planner™, providing customized financial planning that encompasses investments, insurance planning, estate planning and retirement planning. Tony holds his Series 7 and 66 securities licenses and life, health, accident and annuity licenses. He earned his B.S. in finance from Miami University.

          • Barron’s Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams, 2025The Barron's rating is awarded annually in May based on information from the prior year Q4.
          • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2026The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

            • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER
            8044 Montgomery Road
            The Towers At Kenwood
            Cincinnati, OH 45236
            tony.bollin@ubs.com
            Tony Bollin, CFP
            8044 Montgomery Road,Cincinnati,OH,45236
          • Molly Ellis

            Molly Ellis, CFP

            First Vice President–Wealth Management

            Financial Advisor

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            Molly joined The Ellis Group in 2021. Prior to joining the team, she spent two years working as a Wealth Planning Associate at UBS in Chicago, developing comprehensive financial plans for high net worth clients throughout the Chicago market. Molly has earned the Certified Financial Planner™ designation as well as the Certified Investment Management Analyst® designation. She holds Her Series 7 and 66 securities licenses, as well as her life, health, accident and annuity licenses. As a financial planner, she provides expertise in the following areas: retirement planning, cash flow analysis, insurance planning and multigenerational planning. Outside of the office, Molly is committed to serving her community. She sits on The Boys and Girls Club YP Board, Reds Community Fund Board, and The Seven Hills School Alumni Board. Molly graduated from Miami University.

            • Barron’s Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams, 2025The Barron's rating is awarded annually in May based on information from the prior year Q4.
            • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2024, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

              • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER
              • Certified Investment Management Analyst
              8044 Montgomery Road
              The Towers At Kenwood
              Cincinnati, OH 45236
              molly.ellis@ubs.com
              Molly Ellis, CFP
              8044 Montgomery Road,Cincinnati,OH,45236
            • Lisa Martin

              Lisa M. Martin, CFP®

              Associate Director

              Team Administrator

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              Lisa joined The Ellis Group in 2010. She manages team administration and all aspects of clients' service and operational needs. She acquired her Certified Financial Planner™ designation in 2016 and holds her Series 7, 9, 10 and 66 securities licenses, as well as life, health, accident and annuity licenses. Lisa earned her B.S. in business administration from Xavier University and is a licensed notary public.

              Lisa is dedicated to serving her community; of particular interest is her involvement with Impact Autism. 

                    8044 Montgomery Road
                    The Towers At Kenwood
                    Cincinnati, OH 45236
                    lisa.m.martin@ubs.com
                    Lisa M. Martin, CFP®
                    8044 Montgomery Road,Cincinnati,OH,45236
                  • Jackie Schuler

                    M. Jackie Schuler

                    Authorized Officer

                    Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

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                    Jackie has been with our firm since 1991. She worked in the Senior Registered Client Associate role from 1991-1995. In 1995, she began working as Senior Branch Office Administrator in our downtown Cincinnati office. She returned to the Senior Registered Client Service Associate role in 2002. Jackie provides administrative support for day-to-day operations. She has her Series 7, 63 and 65 licenses.

                     

                          8044 Montgomery Road
                          The Towers At Kenwood
                          Cincinnati, OH 45236
                          jackie.schuler@ubs.com
                          M. Jackie Schuler
                          8044 Montgomery Road,Cincinnati,OH,45236
                        • Jenny Dimmitt

                          Jenny Dimmitt

                          Senior Registered Client Associate

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                          Jenny has been with our firm since 1996 and joined The Ellis Group in 2019.  She earned her degree in finance and marketing from the University of Cincinnati.  Jenny provides administrative support for day-to-day operations.  She has her Series 7 and 66 licenses. 

                                8044 Montgomery Road
                                The Towers At Kenwood
                                Cincinnati, OH 45236
                                jennifer.dimmitt@ubs.com
                                Jenny Dimmitt
                                8044 Montgomery Road,Cincinnati,OH,45236
                              • Anne Mosher

                                Anne Sun, CFP

                                Registered Client Associate

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                                Anne joined The Ellis Group in 2021 and is dedicated to helping clients feel supported and confident throughout their financial journey. She obtained her CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification in 2024, and has her Series 7, 63, and 65 licenses. Anne earned her B.S. in Business Administration from Marquette University and began her financial services career in 2020.

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                                    8044 Montgomery Road
                                    The Towers At Kenwood
                                    Cincinnati, OH 45236
                                    anne.sun@ubs.com
                                    Anne Sun, CFP
                                    8044 Montgomery Road,Cincinnati,OH,45236
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                                    Maggie Ellis

                                    Registered Client Associate

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                                          8044 Montgomery Road
                                          The Towers At Kenwood
                                          Cincinnati, OH 45236
                                          maggie.ellis@ubs.com
                                          Maggie Ellis
                                          8044 Montgomery Road,Cincinnati,OH,45236
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                                          Liz Flynn

                                          Client Associate

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                                                  8044 Montgomery Road
                                                  The Towers At Kenwood
                                                  Cincinnati, OH 45236
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                                                  Liz Flynn
                                                  8044 Montgomery Road,Cincinnati,OH,45236
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                                                  Cait Schauer

                                                  Client Associate

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                                                          8044 Montgomery Road
                                                          The Towers At Kenwood
                                                          Cincinnati, OH 45236
                                                          cait.schauer@ubs.com
                                                          Cait Schauer
                                                          8044 Montgomery Road,Cincinnati,OH,45236

                                                        Life planning and transition

                                                        Our in-depth Planning process creates the framework for us to examine your life—your priorities today and the goals you have for tomorrow. From there, we develop a strategy to pursue your goals. This is an ongoing process—we continue to adjust and monitor your plan to help ensure your finances stay on track.

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                                                        Multigenerational families require skilled advice and guidance. We have deep experience working with families of substantial wealth and can help you navigate the complexities and challenges that come with multiple generations and jurisdictions—all with the goal of ensuring that you are well positioned to optimize your wealth.

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                                                        We understand that using your wealth to transform lives and make a positive impact is an important part of any legacy—at any stage in your wealth creation.

                                                        Let us work with you to shape your giving strategy and ensure that it has the impact you envision. When it makes sense, we can draw on the expertise of UBS’s Family Advisory and Philanthropy Services group to help ensure that your philanthropic plan is thoughtfully aligned with your overall wealth plan and legacy.

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                                                        For families with substantial wealth, having an experienced team to help you thoughtfully address how to pass your wealth to others can make all the difference. We have deep experience advising multigenerational families on the strategies to help maximize your wealth’s impact, now and for the future.

                                                        We can help you develop a plan for passing on your wealth to future generations that makes sense for your family, while also aligning with your overall objectives and investment goals.

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                                                        Over the last 30 years, we’ve learned from and navigated different types of market environments. With this understanding, we implement a clear and disciplined investment process to create your personalized portfolio.

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                                                        And this is your time to define success on your terms.

                                                        Money isn’t just changing hands, it’s changing meaning. This is your new era of wealth, with real opportunities to pursue your ambitions based on your values.

                                                        When it comes to building your legacy, we don’t prescribe a single path. We seek to understand yours. Because the best wealth strategy starts with you.

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