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The Clarion Office
Our Team
With over 100 years of combined experience, we recognize that no needs are more important than your own. We pride ourselves in making your needs and goals, our own. We don't simply work for you. We work with you to understand who you are as an individual and as an investor. Our mission is to help you to define your financial objectives, and then use that knowledge to develop — together — a plan that is tailored to fit your unique needs and preferences, and is in your best interest. We’re proud to offer comprehensive financial planning resources, providing you access to education, advice, planning, and consultation.
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In Memorium - Orville Harford Lerch
1935 - 2020
Lerch Wealth Management
of Janney Montgomery Scott LLC
Hartzell Wealth Management
of Janney Montgomery Scott LLC
Matt Lerch
Executive Vice President/Wealth Management, Branch Manager
Patricia Doverspike, CFP®
Financial Advisor
Casey O'Toole
Financial Advisor
Beverly Lauer
Branch Operations Assistant
Jennifer Williams
Senior Registered Private Client Associate
What We Do
No matter where you are in life – we’re here for you through every step of your financial journey.
Beyond Investing. Connecting.
When you work with us it’s about going beyond investing. It’s about connecting your life and your finances in a way that makes sense for you, partnering through each stage of life.
Private Client Group Support
All financial services firms have a unique culture and operating philosophy. Janney’s core values position our Financial Advisors to offer clients an extraordinary level of service.
Supporting Your Business
When you join Janney, you position yourself to offer an extraordinary level of service, personal attention, and in-depth resources to your clients at every point of contact.
Community Involvement
We’re proud to support the communities we live and work in. We strive to connect with our communities in a meaningful way, bringing about positive change and helping to provide services and resources to help them thrive.
Rail 66 Time Trial June 8, 2024
Janney is a proud sponsor of the Rail 66 Time Trial. Post-race refreshments were provided by Janney
Montgomery Scott LLC (Clarion office) at the finish line.
2024 Delta Contractors & Design, Inc. Annual Chamber Golf Outing
Janney sponsored a foursome in the 2024 Delta Contractors & Design Inc. Annual Chamber golf outing on May 24 at Clarion Oaks Golf Club.
United Way Annual 5K and 10K Race
Janney supports United Way of Clarion County 5K & 10K Race with coffee and hot chocolate.
Events
Check out information on upcoming and past events we’re pleased to offer you, virtually and/or in person, on a variety of topics.
Up Next: Janney's 2026 Market Outlook
What can we expect for the economy and markets in 2026?
Recent Event: Year-End Planning: Tax and Estate
As the end of 2025 approaches, there’s a lot to consider when it comes to estate and tax planning—particularly for clients with more complex wealth.
Recent Event: A Medicare Primer
Take control of your Medicare journey by joining Janney’s exclusive client webinar!
Recent Updates
Stay up-to-date and in-the know about every aspect of your financial picture.
January 13, 2026
Ratcheting Up the Attacks
Our Investment Strategy Group discusses key takeaways from the latest Federal Reserve meeting and what it means for investors.
Research & Insights
Access our latest research and insights covering market news, financial planning topics, and more.
January Investment Perspectives
In this issue we look at AI and its impact on productivity, how executive policy drove the market in 2025, and the January effect and stock market seasonality.
Outlook 2026
Outlook 2026 offers the Janney Investment Strategy Group’s baseline prognostications for the economy, the equity and fixed-income markets, their evolution, and investment implications in the New Year.
5 Simple Steps to Prepare for Tax Filing
Filing your tax returns can be less stressful when you take a few steps before it’s time to complete your tax forms.
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