Financial Advisors
During the commencement ceremony at Penn State University, Eric was honored as the student Marshal by the Smeal College of Business for having the highest GPA in his major.
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Eric’s passion for helping people with their finances led him to create Landis Financial Advisors, Inc. to fulfill his life-long dream of establishing a full-service financial planning firm. In order to provide independent and objective advice, Eric chose to align his firm with LPL Financial, the nation’s largest, independent, broker-dealer.
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Sought out for his extensive knowledge and experience, Eric provides wealth management and holistic planning services to individuals desiring to coordinate their financial and insurance decisions leading up to and during retirement. He carefully analyzes each of his clients’ unique set of circumstances and coordinates their Investment, Social Security, Medicare Insurance, and Estate Planning decisions.
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Ranked in the top 3% of LPL advisors nationwide, Eric is available to individuals and business with $2,000,000 or more of investable assets.
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Married for over 32 years, Eric enjoys time with his college sweetheart at their mountain home, playing tennis and hunting
and fishing.
Eric Landis began his career in the financial services industry while attending Penn State University and graduated in May of 1990 with a Bachelor of Science degree.
Eric Landis began his career in the financial services industry while attending Penn State University and graduated in May of 1990 with a Bachelor of Science degree. During the commencement ceremony at Penn State University, Eric was honored as the student Marshal by the Smeal College of Business for having the highest GPA in his major.
LPL Investment Advisor Representative
Eric L. Landis, President
Jill quickly demonstrated an aptitude for leadership and ranks in the top 5% of female LPL Financial advisors.
Driven by her values and determination to work in the best interest of her clients, Jill provides comprehensive financial planning and investment advice to clients. She thrives on taking a holistic approach to the financial planning process by developing a plan that carefully considers and coordinates Wealth Management, Retirement Planning, Social Security Planning, Medicare Insurance, Individual Health Insurance and Estate Planning.
Jill is available to clients with $1,000,000 or more of investable assets. Her securities licenses 7 & 66 are held with LPL Financial, the largest, independent Broker Dealer in the Country.
Jill and her husband, Craig, have been married for over 15 years. They reside in Landisville, PA with their two daughters and their boxer, Ava. When she is away from the office, you will find Jill on the sidelines of her daughters' lacrosse, soccer, or basketball games or spending quality time with her family and friends.
Jillian Snyder graduated from Bloomsburg University and began her career in financial services in 2008 working directly with our company President.
Jillian Snyder graduated from Bloomsburg University and began her career in financial services in 2008 working directly with our company President. Jill quickly demonstrated an aptitude for leadership and ranks in the top 5% of female LPL Financial advisors.
LPL Financial Advisor
Jillian R. Snyder, Partner
Jesse L. Landis, Partner
CFP®, CKA®, CLTC®, LPL Financial Advisor
Jesse Landis is part of an elite group of advisors designated as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ under the age of 30, making up only 5.6% of all CFP practitioners. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Financial Planning from Liberty University and a General Securities License held with LPL Financial.
He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Financial Planning from Liberty University and a General Securities License held with LPL Financial.
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Demonstrating value as a 4th generation financial services professional, Jesse provides holistic planning advice to clients with $600,000 or more of investible assets. He is instrumental in researching and introducing new LPL approved products that keeps our firm on the cutting edge.
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Jesse’s clientele includes high income professionals, individuals seeking retirement planning, and business owners and businesses seeking 401(k) retirement plan management.
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Jesse’s accreditations include CLTC®, Certified in Long-Term Care which is an important element for those who seek to protect their assets from the rising cost of home health care and nursing home care. As a CKA® Certified Kingdom Advisor, Jesse helps his faith-based clients align their investment portfolio with sound biblical principles.
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In his free time, he enjoys hunting and his pup, Oakley.
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Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board) owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the U.S., which it authorizes use of by individuals who successfully complete CFP Board's initial and ongoing certification requirements.
Jesse Landis is part of an elite group of advisors designated as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ under the age of 30, making up only 5.6% of all CFP practitioners.
Clients working with Darren value his partnership in helping them make wise financial and investment decisions. His satisfaction comes from helping his clients develop and implement a personalized investment strategy and witnessing the meaningful impact he makes on their lives.
As an LPL Financial Advisor, Darren provides financial planning, investment advice and managed accounts for individuals with $350,000 or more in investible assets. He is additionally available to individuals from all walks of life with $50,000 or more seeking Brokerage and/or transactional business. His licenses include Series 7, 6, 63, and 65 all held with LPL Financial.
When taking a break from the office, Darren appreciates spending time with family and friends and enjoys hiking and camping.
Darren Kushto began his professional career in financial services after obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree from Millersville University with magna cum laude honors.
LPL Financial Advisor
Darren R. Kushto
Darren Kushto began his professional career in financial services after obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree from Millersville University with magna cum laude honors. Clients working with Darren value his partnership in helping them make wise financial and investment decisions.
Darren Kushto began his professional career in financial services after obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree from Millersville University with magna cum laude honors.
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After learning about the opportunities available at our company, he accepted a position with our firm as an LPL Registered Administrative Assistant with the goal of learning the business to become a financial advisor. During his time as a Registered Administrative Assistant, Austin benefited from working directly with our President, Eric L. Landis developing financial plans and providing customer service to our clients. Mentored by what he believes to be “one of the best in the industry”, Austin offers an array of knowledge and a genuine heart for helping clients make wise financial and insurance decisions.
As an LPL Financial Advisor, Austin provides financial planning, investment advice and managed accounts for individuals with $150,000 or more in investible assets. He is also available to those seeking Brokerage and/or transactional business with a minimum investment of $50,000. Austin’s licenses include Series 7, 6, and 66, all held with LPL Financial.
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Born and raised in Manheim, PA, Austin enjoys local recreational sports, traveling, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
LPL Financial Advisor
Austin R. Horvath
Austin Horvath graduated from Shippensburg University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance. Austin’s passion for going above and beyond led him to cross paths with Landis Financial Advisors, Inc.
Darren Kushto began his professional career in financial services after obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree from Millersville University with magna cum laude honors.
Austin Horvath graduated from Shippensburg University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance. He began his career in insurance working for a national insurance company. His passion for helping a client led him to cross paths with Landis Financial Advisors, Inc.
Insurance Advisors
He works primarily with individuals ages 65 and older and is frequently complimented for his listening skills and his wealth of knowledge. Daven also assist individuals under age 65 to secure health insurance through the Pennie® marketplace. Daven’s attention to detail and passion for helping his clients has led to his recognition annually as an industry leader since 2017.
With dozens of Medicare enrollment periods and over 300 Medicare plan options, Daven’s desire is for each client to walk away well-informed and confident they made a good choice. Seeking the greatest set of overall benefits at the most reasonable cost, Daven offers many top-rated Medicare Supplements, Advantage Plans, and Part D Prescription Drug plans as well as cancer insurance, travel insurance, final expense life insurance, and term life insurance.
Outside work, Daven enjoys cooking, shooting, and spending time with friends and family.
Daven Akimori began his career in financial services as an AHIP Certified Medicare Insurance Agent.
Daven Akimori began his career in financial services as an AHIP Certified Medicare Insurance Agent. He works primarily with individuals ages 65 and older and is frequently complimented for his listening skills and his wealth of knowledge.
Insurance Advisor
Daven R. Akimori
Thomas P. Kelley
Insurance Advisor
Tom Kelley came to us with over a decade of experience managing a sales team. As an AHIP Certified Medicare Insurance Agent, Tom represents many top-rated insurance companies. Tom’s life experiences have taught him patience and it’s easy to recognize his genuine spirit for helping people.
Tom’s life experiences have taught him patience and it’s easy to recognize his genuine spirit for helping people. Whether retiring early, needing Medicare at age 65, or working into retirement, Tom coordinates his client’s decisions and carefully helps them to choose a suitable and affordable plan that aligns with their unique health and prescription drug needs.
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Willing to go the extra mile, Tom is available to answer questions throughout the year and even help solve claim issues. Tom offers many top-rated Medicare Supplements, Advantage Plans, and Part D Prescription Drug plans as well as cancer insurance, travel insurance, final expense life insurance, and term life insurance. Tom also assist individuals under age 65 to secure health insurance through the Pennie® marketplace.
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In his free time, you’ll find Tom playing disc golf, boating, and enjoying his family. Tom Kelley came to us with over a decade of experience managing a sales team. As an AHIP Certified Medicare Insurance Agent, Tom represents many top-rated insurance companies.
Tom Kelley came to us with over a decade of experience managing a sales team. As an AHIP Certified Medicare Insurance Agent, Tom represents many top-rated insurance companies.
Financial Support
James is the first point of contact for clients in our wealth management division, where he plays a crucial role in shaping their overall experience. With a focus on warmth, hospitality, and attentiveness, he ensures clients feel welcome as soon as they enter the office. Beyond greeting clients, James is also involved in overseeing client event planning and helps maintain smooth operation of the front office.
In his free time, James enjoys aquascaping, music, and stand-up comedy.
James is the first point of contact for clients in our wealth management division, where he plays a crucial role in shaping their overall experience. With a focus on warmth, hospitality, and attentiveness, he ensures clients feel welcome as soon as they enter the office. Beyond greeting clients, James is also involved in overseeing client event planning and helps maintain smooth operation of the front office.
First Point of Contact
James A. Nyborg
Alexis graduated from Millersville University in 2017 with her Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and obtained her Master of Professional Studies in Retail Management at LIM College in 2019. Her decade of sales experience in retail, banking, and wealth management brings value to the team while providing assistance to LPL Financial Advisor Jillian Snyder and CFP Jesse Landis. Alexis has Series 7 and 66 licenses held with LPL Financial.
Registered Administrative Assistant
Alexis M. Lucas
Alexis graduated from Millersville University in 2017 with her Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and obtained her Master of Professional Studies in Retail Management at LIM College in 2019. Her decade of sales experience in retail, banking, and wealth management brings value to the team while providing assistance to LPL Financial Advisor Jillian Snyder and CFP Jesse Landis. Alexis has Series 7 and 66 licenses held with LPL Financial. Skilled at problem-solving, Alexis enjoys helping clients understand their financial accounts as well as technology.
In her free time, Alexis enjoys scrapbooking, playing with her border collie/poodle mix, Piper, and reading. Each year, her goal is to read over 50 books.
Noah W. Daigneault
Client Services and Technology Assistant
Noah graduated from Hagerstown Community College with a degree in Cyber Security. He primarily serves in the wealth management division, assisting our financial advisors and servicing clients. Additionally, Noah helps to maintain our computer system, offering technical support.
Noah graduated from Hagerstown Community College with a degree in Cyber Security. He primarily serves in the wealth management division, assisting our advisors and servicing clients. Additionally, Noah helps to maintain our computer system, offering technical support.
Outside of work, Noah enjoys music and spending time with his wife and cats.
Chris obtained a bachelor's degree in economics from Millersville University with magna cum laude honors. He holds his Series 7 and 66 licenses with LPL Financial. Serving in the wealth management division, Chris works side-by-side with our President, Eric Landis providing customer service, opening new accounts, and assisting with the implementation of financial plans.
Registered Administrative Assistant
Chris T. Ecker
Chris obtained a bachelor's degree in economics from Millersville University with magna cum laude honors. He holds his Series 7 and 66 licenses with LPL Financial. Serving in the wealth management division, Chris works side-by-side with our President, Eric Landis providing customer service, opening new accounts, and assisting with the implementation of financial plans.
Chris is a family man who loves spending time with his wife and children at sporting events, hiking, and biking. Additionally, he has been running competitively for over 20 years.
Seeking experience and practical knowledge, Daniel interns in our Wealth Management Division while completing his Bachelor of Science in Finance, minoring in Data Analytics. He holds his Series 7 and 66 licenses with LPL Financial.
Outside of work and school, Daniel enjoys running daily.
Seeking experience and practical knowledge, Daniel interns in our Wealth Management Division while completing his Bachelor of Science in Finance, minoring in Data Analytics. He holds his Series 7 and 66 licenses with LPL Financial.
Registered Intern
Daniel R. Myers
Insurance Support
Lori graduated from Marywood University with a Master’s Degree in Social Work. Her experience in counseling, entrepreneurship, and management provides a solid foundation for her role as an insurance licensed and AHIP certified, Insurance Advisor Liaison. From the moment clients enter the Carriage House, they experience Lori’s hospitality firsthand. She appreciates getting to know our clients on a personal level through answering questions and servicing accounts.
In her free moments, Lori loves spending time in nature, cooking, reading and soaking up opportunities to spend with her family and friends.
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Lori graduated from Marywood University with a Master’s Degree in Social Work. Her experience in counseling, entrepreneurship, and management provides a solid foundation for her role as an insurance licensed and AHIP certified, Insurance Advisor Liaison. From the moment clients enter the Carriage House, they experience Lori’s hospitality firsthand. She appreciates getting to know our clients on a personal level through answering questions and servicing accounts.
Insurance Advisor Liaison
Lori Y. Leaman
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Christian has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Films Studies from the University of Pittsburgh. She enjoys working at Landis Financial assisting the insurance advisors and providing excellent customer attention.
In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with her family cooking their favorite meals and relaxing.
Christian has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Films Studies from the University of Pittsburgh. She enjoys working at Landis Financial assisting the insurance advisors and providing excellent customer attention.
Administrative Assistant
Christian M. Kopchak
Jason S. Olsen
Administrative Assistant
Jason graduated from Penn State University in 2020 with a Bachelor of Science degree and earned his Master of Business Administration from Western Governors University in 2024. Focused on building a strong foundation in financial services, Jason assists our advisors while learning holistic planning strategies and completing industry licensing.
Jason graduated from Penn State University in 2020 with a Bachelor of Science degree and earned his Master of Business Administration from Western Governors University in 2024. Focused on building a strong foundation in financial services, Jason assists our advisors while learning holistic planning strategies and completing industry licensing.
In his free time, Jason enjoys spending time with friends and family and staying active by participating in recreational sports.
Management
Tracy S. Landis
Human Resource Manager/ Director of Operations
Tracy graduated from Pennsylvania State University in 1990 with a degree in Business Administration. After working in sales and marketing for a Fortune 500 company, she turned down a managerial promotion to start her own business selling annuities and life insurance to business owners and individuals in York County, PA.
Tracy graduated from Pennsylvania State University in 1990 with a degree in Business Administration. After working in sales and marketing for a Fortune 500 company, she turned down a managerial promotion to start her own business selling annuities and life insurance to business owners and individuals in York County, PA.
In 2013, Tracy chose to combine forces with her husband using her God-given talents as Director of Operations for Landis Financial Advisors, Inc. She uses her people skills and business experience to manage, provide sales and marketing training, compose promotional content, interview, hire, and manage business expansion projects.
Tracy retains a PA insurance license and AHIP Certification. Occasionally, she takes a break to enjoy life by spending time with her husband, Eric, and their labradoodle, Molly. Tracy also enjoys tennis and fishing.
Office Support
Barbara A. Sammet
Office Assistant
Barb retired from Hempfield High School after teaching Spanish for 36 years. She enjoys doing clerical work in the insurance division and taking Molly & Oakley (our Directors of Client Therapy) outside to get their wiggles out. In her spare time, she enjoys camping at Raystown Lake with her husband, Greg, and her dog, Stuart.
Molly Landis
Director of Client Therapy
Our office Doodle, Molly, primarily hangs out in the Insurance Division providing smiles on dog-lover's faces. She spends most of her day seeking treats, trying to get clients to play ball and giving kisses. When bored from napping, Molly looks out windows and watches squirrels.
Oakley Landis
Assistant Director of Client Therapy
Molly's little brother, Oakley, joined us March 2021. Currently in training, Oakley's already doing an excellent job of welcoming clients and bringing joy to our office. When not romping around with Molly, he is taking a nap in the sun or chewing on his favorite bone.