Tina Marie Pasternak is a dedicated Financial Advisor and Portfolio Advisor at Merrill in Cincinnati, Ohio. With nearly two decades of experience in the financial industry, Tina has cultivated a deep passion for helping families understand and achieve their financial goals. She firmly believes that successful financial planning is not solely about market performance but about crafting personalized plans that guide her clients to the finish line. Tina's journey began with a full swimming scholarship at California State University in Bakersfield, where she earned All-American NCAA Swimming honors in 2001, 2003, and 2004. While she did not complete her degree, she made the Academic Dean's List in 2004 as a student of psychology. Her competitive spirit and commitment to excellence extend beyond the pool and into her professional life, where she focuses on truly listening to her clients and tailoring each financial plan to meet their unique needs and aspirations. Beyond her professional life, Tina is actively involved with Habitat for Humanity's Greater Cincinnati Area Women Build 2025 committee, where she volunteers her time and expertise to help those in need. She recently relocated to Cincinnati with her family, including her husband, who also works in the finance industry, and their children, Penny and Cash—playfully named in keeping with their financial careers. When she’s not working, Tina enjoys spending time outdoors, gardening, and working on various art projects with her daughter. Her love for creating and nurturing extends from her garden to the personalized financial plans she develops for her clients.