Great Lakes Advisor Group Vision Statement: We partner with clients and their families to help prepare for better financial outcomes. Our comprehensive approach prepares our clients for the certainty of uncertainty and simplifies the complexities of the financial world instilling more confidence.

Great Lakes Advisor Group Core Values: Authentic, Ethical, Focused, Accountable, Respectful 

Great Lakes Advisor Group Guiding Principles: Accessible, Proactive, Consistent, Persistent, Knowledgeable, Diligent, Integrity

Great Lakes Advisor Group Mission Statement: Through our proactive and comprehensive approach we help provide our clients and their families with better financial outcomes. We commit to understanding our clients’ lives to apply our comprehensive approach with our clients’ goals. Our knowledge and process help empower peace of mind and long-term confidence with the clients and families we serve.

Great Lakes Advisor Group why: We believe that our clients benefit through the process of comprehensive planning. This approach brings peace of mind, reduced anxiety, and better-quality relationships.

At Great Lakes Advisor Group, we are focused on the success of our clients, in return we are given the reward of their relationship. Making a difference in our client’s lives brings us joy, fulfillment and purpose.

Investment products are not insured by the FDIC, NCUA or any federal agency, are not deposits or obligations of, or guaranteed by any financial institution, and involve investment risks including possible loss of principal and fluctuation in value.Investment advisory products and services are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, a registered investment adviser.Ameriprise Financial cannot guarantee future financial results.Securities offered by Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. Member FINRA and SIPC.© 2025 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved.7701783ACMR0325


Our advisors

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Brian Lake

CRPC

Financial Advisor

Franchise Owner
Learn more about Brian Lake Visit Brian Lake's website
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Jason Clemens

CFP®, CRPC, APMA®

Private Wealth Advisor

Franchise Owner
Learn more about Jason Clemens Visit Jason Clemens's website


Our team

Amber Rector

Amber Rector

Operations Specialist

Personal Intro

With 25 years of client service experience, Amber brings steadiness, warmth, and care to every interaction. She and her husband live on a small homestead with two dachshunds, a cat, and two horses. A trail rider and avid gardener, she enjoys camping, canning vegetables, and supporting her niece and nephew in youth rodeo competitions.

Qualifications

  • 25 years Customer Service experience
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Elaine Patterson

Elaine Patterson

Receptionist

Personal Intro

Elaine brings over 26 years of banking experience and a degree in Government Accounting. Known for her calm, welcoming presence, she sets the tone at the front desk with warmth and professionalism. Outside the office, she enjoys gardening, time with her two sons, and doting on her Schnoodle, Coco. She finds joy in caring for both people and animals.

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Hunter Gutberlet

Hunter Gutberlet

Paraplanner

Personal Intro

Hunter is a 2026 graduate from the University of Akron with a degree in Financial Management. He was a Fall 2025 intern and was promoted to paraplanner in January 2026. He brings energy to his work and is expecting to become a full-time advisor in the coming months. Outside of work he enjoys hiking, sports, and reading.

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Alexander Slattery

Alexander Slattery

Intern

Personal Intro

Alex is a Junior at the University of Akron majoring in Financial Planning. He has completed a half Iron-Man triathalon and expects to complete a full Iron-Man in the next year. We are happy to have Alex for the summer and are excited to see him grow.

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Meredith Hurley

Meredith Hurley

Intern

Personal Intro

Meredith will be starting her second year as an Honors Finance student at The Ohio State's Fisher College of Business. She is actively involved in the Scarlet Investment Group, Buckeye Capital Investors, and Women in Business. Meredith loves to travel, read, play trumpet, and spend time with her friends and family.

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Macklin Pinchot

Macklin Pinchot

Intern

Personal Intro

Macklin is a 4th year Finance student at Miami University. He is interested in investments, financial planning, and wealth management. Outside of the office he enjoys surfing, fishing, fitness, and hanging out with friends and family.

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