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Guardians of Finance with Matt McLaughlin

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by CFA Society Cleveland

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Ready to connect with the investment community here in Cleveland? Want to learn about the people, events, projects, and firms that are making a difference? Want all of that but feel like you don’t have the time? This is the show for you. Welcome to Guardians of Finance. Brought to you by the CFA Society of Cleveland and hosted by Matt McLaughlin, CFA, CAIA and Portfolio Specialist at Diamond Hill Capital Management, Guardians of Finance will provide you with a chance to foster deeper connections and know what is getting the attention of Clevelands’s Investment community. Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform and head to Guardiansoffinance.com where you can connect or reconnect with the CFA Society of Cleveland and attend an educational or social event, and find volunteer opportunities.

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April 21, 2026

Andrew Medvedev, Dean of the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University

<p>Our guest today is Andrew Medvedev, Dean of the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University.</p><p>Andrew has a fascinating story. He was born in Russia, eventually made his way to Cleveland, and took a path that was anything but straightforward. We talked about how he once imagined a future in law or medicine before finding his way into finance, how he got his start in investment banking, and how those experiences shaped the leader he is today.</p><p>We also spent time on what’s happening at Case Western and Weatherhead, and the opportunities he sees ahead for students, the university, and the broader Cleveland business community.</p><p>Connect with Andrew here:</p><p><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-medvedev-56613a/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Andrew Medvedev LinkedIn </a></u></p><p>Host Matt McLaughlin, CFA, CAIA, is a Portfolio Specialist at Diamond Hill Capital Management. He is a Past President and Board Member of the CFA Society of Cleveland. Connect with Matt here:</p><p><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewmclaughlincfa/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Matt McLaughlin LinkedIn</a></u></p><p>We'd like to thank the CFA Society Cleveland's 2026 Annual Sponsors First Trust, Invesco, State Street Global Advisors, BlackRock, Man Group, Avantis Investors and ScaleCo. We'd also like to that our University Partners the Case Western Reserve Weatherhead School of Business and University of Akron School of Business. The support from these partners and others helps the Society bring engaging content like the Guardians of Finance podcast and other in-person events. We welcome you to attend an event in the future to network, learn, and stay involved with the investment community in Northeast Ohio.</p>

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Brad Knapp, CFA, CAIA, President and CEO of Clearstead

<p>Today we’re joined by Brad Knapp, CFA, CAIA, President and CEO of Clearstead. Brad began his career in banking, then moved into wealth management at Hawthorn right as the Global Financial Crisis was unfolding. From there, he’s played a key role in the evolution from Hartland to Clearstead, as the firm expanded from its institutional roots into a major presence in private wealth.</p><p>We’re going to talk about those early experiences, what ultimately drew him into private wealth management, how Clearstead has changed along the way, and his involvement with the CFA Society of Cleveland. We’ll also get into some of the boards and nonprofits he supports here in Northeast Ohio.</p><p>Connect with Brad here:</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradley-knapp-cfa-caia-a4a25a4/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Brad Knapp LinkedIn&nbsp;</a></p><p>Host Matt McLaughlin, CFA, CAIA, is a Portfolio Specialist at Diamond Hill Capital Management. He is a Past President and Board Member of the CFA Society of Cleveland. Connect with Matt here:&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewmclaughlincfa/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Matt McLaughlin LinkedIn</a></p><p><br></p><p>We'd like to thank the CFA Society Cleveland's 2025 Annual Sponsors First Trust, Invesco, State Street Global Advisors, BlackRock, Man Group, Avantis Investors and ScaleCo. We'd also like to that our University Partners the Case Western Reserve Weatherhead School of Business and University of Akron School of Business.&nbsp; The support from these partners and others helps the Society bring engaging content like the Guardians of Finance podcast and other in-person events.&nbsp; We welcome you to attend an event in the future to network, learn, and stay involved with the investment community in Northeast Ohio.&nbsp; </p>

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October 14, 2025

Brendan Anderson, Founder & Managing Partner of ScaleCo Capital

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What is Guardians of Finance with Matt McLaughlin?

Ready to connect with the investment community here in Cleveland? Want to learn about the people, events, projects, and firms that are making a difference? Want all of that but feel like you don’t have the time? This is the show for you.

Welcome to Guardians of Finance.

Brought to you by the CFA Society of Cleveland and hosted by Matt McLaughlin, CFA, CAIA and Portfolio Specialist at Diamond Hill Capital Management, Guardians of Finance will provide you with a chance to foster deeper connections and know what is getting the attention of Clevelands’s Investment community.

Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform and head to Guardiansoffinance.com where you can connect or reconnect with the CFA Society of Cleveland and attend an educational or social event, and find volunteer opportunities.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates weekly.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

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