DeFranco Financial

05/26/2026

We are so excited to be both a sponsor and a host to the Pathways to Success students this summer! Check out this short video to learn more about how this program is helping local youth!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Their courage and service will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

05/23/2026

Congratulations, 2026 Graduates!

05/18/2026

We spend our days helping clients build strong financial foundations…
Apparently, the bees thought this was the perfect location to build one, too. 🐝 Huge thanks to the local beekeeper who safely removed this 6.5-foot nest — home to an estimated 40,000–60,000 honey bees — here at the office over the weekend! 🐝🐝 🐝

05/15/2026

🎓Senior Spotlight: Alyssa is a senior at The Linsly School who has balanced academics, athletics, and extracurricular involvement throughout her high school career. She has participated in varsity volleyball, varsity softball, varsity hockey, SADD, and French Club.

Her accomplishments include earning recognition on the Headmaster’s Performance List, achieving First Honors status, and serving as captain of the softball team.

After graduation, Alyssa plans to study cybersecurity and forensics with a minor in chemistry while continuing her softball career at the collegiate level.

We wish Alyssa continued success both in the classroom and on the field as she begins this exciting next chapter!

Sign up a Senior to be showcased here: www.defrancofinancial.com/senior

05/11/2026

This year marks a major milestone for DeFranco Financial—our 10-year anniversary. It all began in a small, one-person office with a leaky roof in Bellaire, Ohio, but it grew quickly....check out our latest blog post for the entire story.

This year marks a major milestone for DeFranco Financial—our 10-year anniversary. DeFranco Financial specializes in providing financial advisory and investment services for individuals, businesses and institutions centered around their specific goals. Put simply, We Help People.

05/10/2026

05/08/2026

It’s National Josh Day, so we have to give a shoutout to our own Josh!

Josh Schmalz has been part of our team since 2021, bringing great experience and care to the clients he serves. Outside the office, he’s busy being a full-time Dance Dad—loading prop trucks and cheering on his daughter at competitions.

We appreciate all you do, Josh!

05/07/2026

A big thank you to St. Clairsville-Richland City Schools for inviting Dustin to speak with students in their Personal Finance classes today.

We love opportunities like this to connect with local students and share practical financial knowledge they can carry with them long after graduation.

05/07/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight

Kaitlin is a senior at Wheeling Central Catholic High School who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, academic excellence, and a strong commitment to serving others. Throughout high school, she has been involved in Volleyball, National Honor Society, and Big Sisters Club.

Her achievements include serving as class president, earning membership in the National Honor Society, and being recognized as a Distinguished Scholar for her academic accomplishments.

After graduation, Kaitlin plans to attend Marshall University to study Health Sciences with the goal of continuing on to medical school.

Outside of school, Kaitlin stays busy giving back to her community. She works as a lifeguard at the YMCA, teaches swim lessons, volunteers at St. Michael Parish, tutors students, and volunteers at Wheeling Hospital.

We wish Kaitlin all the best as she continues pursuing her goals and making a positive impact on those around her!

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Celebrating the class of 2026