The Skylight Showcase: New Hires of June 2023

At Skylight, our culture isn't just what we say, it's what we stand for and what makes us who we are. We know that our greatest asset is each other. We work together, celebrate together, serve our clients together - and we welcome together. In June, we were excited to welcome Nate Eberly, Ron Maxwell, and Doug Singer to our team.

Scroll down to learn a little about them!

Nate Eberly
Financial Planner | Toledo

Where are you from?
Trick question really...grew up living in no location for more than six years from the time of birth until 2003, when I moved from Southern Maryland to Bowling Green, OH to get out of the big city environment. I do claim Maryland as my home state, despite being born in Athens, OH in '81.

Why did you choose to work at Skylight Financial Group?
Flexibility, accessibility, culture, and connection. Flexibility in ability to assist clients in truly their best interest; accessibility to technology, marketing, and other resources and people that can assist me grow my business better than before; culture of what I have witnessed Skylight and MassMutual support; and connection to my local area both in business leaders as well as positive influencers in our community.

What causes or community services do you have a passion for?
I hold veteran and military related causes close to my heart due to my family's deep military service and ties. Both my parents served in the US Army, my brother and nephew are Marines, and throughout all extended family includes over 100 years of combined military service. Most notably locally I support Little Blessings Veterans and Community Outreach.

I am a member of Exchange Club, as well, having assisted in starting the newest Chapter in the area, the Exchange Club of Sylvania. A National service and networking organization dedicated to the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect, Americanism and Veterans, Youth Programming, and Community Service.

And I don't think there is an animal cause or group that has asked me for money that I ever denied helping.

Outside of the office, what do you enjoy doing?
Outside of the office, my wife and I enjoy time outdoors during the warmer months, most likely taking in a game at the Mudhens or other teams across the area, golfing at Sylvania Country Club, spending time in the sun next to our or the SCC pool, as well as trying to keep pace of reading two books a month.

What life achievement are you most proud of?
My life's greatest achievement has been to help support my father in his retirement through his recent passing in March of 2023. The ability to make sure he was able to survive massive change in income and lifestyle in a blink of an eye along with assuring he would have financial support and his legacy protected was a proud moment. Hearing him thank me for all I did in his last moments motivates me to help others in their financial lives, helping be a guide towards their life's aspirations and goals.

What would a sandwich named after you have on it?
If there would be a sandwich with my name associated with it, it would be of this design: A deliciously prepared true Maryland Style Crabcake, placed on a toasted kaiser bun with an Old Bay Aioli, with layered freshly sliced ham and turkey, topped with American & cheddar cheeses, with tomato and fresh lettuce. I introduce you to my favorite sandwich, the "Nate Eberly Crabcake Club."

Ron Maxwell
Financial Planner | Medina

Where are you from?
The Cleveland area. I have lived on the near west side of Cleveland most of my life in Brook Park, Parma, Garfield Heights, and Seven Hills.

Why did you choose to work at Skylight Financial Group?
I've spent most of my 20-year career in financial services with the same firm, but there has always been something missing. I am hopeful that I have found that something, here at Skylight and am looking forward to building new relationships here.

What causes or community services do you have a passion for?
Really, I do my best to treat others with kindness and love. I have a passion for music and spent many years singing in bands and on worship teams. Taking a little hiatus from that as I have my hands full between work and raising two young kids (10 and 6). They are my passion, along with my oldest daughter (23).

Outside of the office, what do you enjoy doing?
Outside of the office, I enjoy hanging out with my kids, singing and playing guitar, golfing with my uncle or friends, driving through the Metroparks, going to beaches, and spending time with my girlfriend and her two dogs. I also enjoy watching sports and movies.

If you could only watch one movie for the rest of your life, what would it be?
If I could only watch one movie for the rest of my life, it would probably be Shawshank Redemption, as it has a full range of emotion in it, from sorrow to grief, as well as hope and joy and faith. One of my all-time favorites, for sure.

If you could snap your and become an expert in something, what would it be?
If I could become an expert at something with the snap of my fingers, I think I'd like to be an expert of the human mind, so that I would be able to understand why people do the things they do and think the way they think. For instance, what triggers each person to take action or not to?

Doug Singer
Sales Director | Cleveland

Where are you from?
Cleveland, Ohio.

Why did you choose to work at Skylight Financial Group?
I joined because of the culture of the firm, the firm's commitment to the community and the ability to build a team that is committed to helping our clients achieve their financial goals.

What causes or community services do you have a passion for?
The Multiple Sclerosis Foundation and youth baseball.

Outside of the office, what do you enjoy doing?
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with friends and family (especially my grandchildren), travelling and playing golf.

If you could only watch one movie for the rest of your life, what would it be?
The Godfather.

Where is one of your favorite places to travel and why?
Aruba is one of my favorite places. The weather is always amazing, the beaches are beautiful and the food is fantastic.

Thank you all for sharing. We are thrilled to have you here with us!

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