Our Team

Nathan Smith joined the Pelorus Financial Group in 2014. He is an Investment Advisor Representative. Nathan holds Series 7 and Series 66 registrations, as well as his Life and Health Insurance licenses in many states, including Ohio and Pennsylvania.  

As an active member of the Northeast Ohio community, Nathan is dedicated to helping individuals secure strong financial futures. He specializes in comprehensive financial planning, asset allocation, market research, and 403(b) management. He develops relationships with clients by taking time to understand each client’s goals and concerns. Nathan focuses his efforts as a Financial Advisor on meeting with clients, carrying out research, watching for stock market changes, rebalancing client portfolios, and meeting with companies for product insight.

Nathan is a graduate of Grove City College where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Secondary Education, and has a Master of Arts in Mathematics from Kent State University. Nathan lives in Jefferson with his wife, Mallory, and sons Beckett and Owen. Nathan actively serves in several local schools as an educator for Junior Achievement, which teaches sound financial principles to junior high students. He is a member of the Jefferson Church of the Nazarene, where he serves as a Sunday School teacher and chairs the finance committee.

Don Glink is a founding partner of Pelorus Financial Group and manages the activities of our Insurance Department. Don is passionate about educating his clients and our community regarding the healthcare decisions they will face. He oversees numerous community education seminars in Northeast Ohio. Don has devoted many years to navigating the complicated Medicare system. Don is Licensed to sell life and health insurance in many states including Ohio, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Kentucky, and Florida. As a broker, he is certified to offer solutions from dozens of carriers.

Don received a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Salem-Teikyo University in Salem, WV. It was at college that he met his wife Kelly. They were married in 2001 and now live in Painesville. Don and Kelly have three children - Annalise, Lorelei, and Keegan. Don enjoys spending time with his family. He is an excellent cook and spends as much time as possible perfecting his golf game.

Andy Preston joined Pelorus Financial Group in 2013. He holds Life, Health, Property, and Casualty Insurance licenses in Ohio and Pennsylvania. Andy’s wide-ranging industry knowledge allows him to guide his clients through the complicated Medicare system. He offers Medicare basics seminars throughout Lake, Geauga, and Cuyahoga counties. He also runs Pelorus’s Property and Casualty Division, which partners with top-rated carriers to provide competitive coverage for home, auto, and business insurance.

Andy has a Bachelor of Arts from Malone University and a Master of Arts from The University of Akron. He and his wife, Margaret, married in 2009. They have a son, Oliver, and a daughter, Rosie. Andy and Margaret live in Jefferson. Andy is active in the Ashtabula Runners Club and participates in several races throughout the year. He also enjoys reading, biking, and Latin.

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Kristen Bush works for Pelorus Financial Group as an Independent Insurance Advisor specializing in Life and Health coverage. Kristen worked for thirteen years as a surgical assistant, most recently at Tri-Point medical center. Her unique background in the healthcare industry makes her a valuable asset to our team. She enjoys every opportunity to build relationships with her clients and provide ongoing assistance and education.

Kristen and her husband Tom married in 2004. The Bush family is often on the go and Kristen spends as much of her free time as possible with her two boys, Brennan and Gavin. Kristen regularly volunteers her time as a barista at her church’s café.

*Kristen is not affiliated or registered with Cetera Advisor Networks LLC. Any information provided by Kristen is provided in no way related to Cetera Advisor Networks LLC or its registered representatives.

Sarah Glink joined the Pelorus Financial Group staff as our office manager in 2015. A prior resident of the great state of North Carolina, Sarah traded sunshine for snow to fill the role of Pelorus Financial Group’s administrative brain. Among her tasks are welcoming clients into the office, answering phones, processing paperwork, and managing Pelorus’ seminar schedule.

Sarah and her husband, Ron, married in 2004. They have one beautiful daughter, Blair. More than anything, she loves spending time with her family. She is active in the worship ministry and with the coffee shop at her church. Sarah rounds out some of her life away from work by reading, quilting, and biking.