McKinley Carter Wealth Services

06/17/2026

Most business owners focus on revenue and profit—but the real drivers of long-term value are often hidden. From your people and culture to your customer relationships and processes, these intangible assets can determine whether your business scales or stalls.

Read more in the full blog: https://mckinleycarter.com/insights/the-hidden-value-of-your-business-the-intangible-assets-that-can-drive-real-growth

06/16/2026

We’re proud to recognize Brian Gongaware, CFP®, on being named a 2026 Five Star Wealth Manager, as featured in Pittsburgh Magazine.

This honor marks Brian's fifteenth consecutive year (2012-2026) receiving this distinction, an impressive reflection of his commitment to helping individuals and families navigate important financial decisions with thoughtful guidance, clear perspective, and a focus on what matters most.

We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition and grateful for the leadership, expertise, and dedication he brings to our team and our clients.

👉 Learn more: https://fivestarprofessional.com/Spotlights/154111

Brian T. Gongaware, CFP® is among the 7% of Pittsburgh wealth managers to receive this award.

06/11/2026

Most business owners focus on revenue and profit—but the real drivers of long-term value are often hidden. From your people and culture to your customer relationships and processes, these intangible assets can determine whether your business scales or stalls.

Here’s why they matter more than ever.

Read our latest blog:
https://mckinleycarter.com/insights/the-hidden-value-of-your-business-the-intangible-assets-that-can-drive-real-growth

06/10/2026

Congratulations to our Pittsburgh team and a special shoutout to Financial Strategist Nicole Gabriel for participating in the 2026 Open Wide Open Charity Golf Tournament.

Nicole has been involved with this incredible event since its founding in 2009, helping to support its mission year after year. Since then, Open Wide Open has raised more than $275,000 for local nonprofits, including Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania, The First Tee of Pittsburgh, Best Buddies, The Woodlands Foundation, and many others.

We’re especially proud to celebrate this year’s beneficiary, Pittsburgh Youth Choirs, which will receive over $17K. Their work creates a vibrant, inclusive environment where young people ages 6–18 build confidence, connection, and a lifelong love of music, while performing alongside world-class artists on some of Pittsburgh’s most respected stages.

👏 Way to make an impact, Nicole and team!

06/04/2026

Big congratulations to Nicole Gabriel, CFP®

Nicole has been named a 2026 Five Star Wealth Manager, as seen in Pittsburgh Magazine—and this is her fifth year in a row receiving this honor!

We’re so proud of the dedication and care Nicole brings to her clients every day. This recognition is a great reflection of the impact she makes.

✨ Read more about Nicole here: https://fivestarprofessional.com/Spotlights/156775

Nicole Gabriel, CFP® is among the 7% of Pittsburgh wealth managers to receive this award.

06/03/2026

Join us in congratulating Frank Neiderhiser, CFP®!

Frank has been named a 2026 Five Star Wealth Manager, as seen in Pittsburgh Magazine, and this marks his fourth consecutive year receiving this honor.
We’re proud to have Frank on our team and grateful for the care and dedication he brings to clients every day.

✨ Check out his Spotlight: https://app.essentialengine.com/Spotlights/156759

Frank Neiderhiser, CFP® is among the 7% of Pittsburgh wealth managers to receive this award.

06/02/2026

We warmly welcome Carter Bertram to our Wheeling (WV) office this summer. Carter is currently pursuing a degree in Finance at West Liberty University, where he has earned Dean’s List recognition and maintains an impressive academic record. Carter will be supporting various initiatives within the Wheeling office as well as learning more about the wealth management industry and gaining valuable professional experience. We are excited to have him with us this summer!

05/07/2026

Filed your tax return? Don’t pack tax planning away until next year.

The best tax outcomes come from a proactive, year‑round approach—not last‑minute decisions. Whether you’re navigating higher income, exploring charitable giving strategies, or thinking ahead to retirement, there are opportunities worth considering now.

We break down several tax‑efficient strategies in our latest blog, including:

✔️ Tax‑efficient investing
✔️ Charitable giving strategies
✔️ IRA and Roth planning opportunities

👇Check it out: Maximizing Tax Efficiency: Strategies to Consider
https://mckinleycarter.com/insights/maximizing-tax-efficiency-strategies-to-consider

Have questions? Let’s talk.

McKinley Carter Wealth Services designs and implements personalized wealth management strategies for families, businesses and non-profit organizations.

03/30/2026

Join us in giving a warm welcome to Chelsea, the newest member of our operations team. Chelsea is located in our Dayton office. In her role, she will provide essential support to our Advisory and Operations teams ensuring accuracy and efficiency in account administration.

Welcome aboard, Chelsea!