T. Randall Fairfax
rfairfax@highlandusa.net

Randy has over 25 years of relevant experience. Randy works with clients to create strategies and plans to maximize tax-efficiency and enhance family values, while minimizing confusion and liabilities. Prior to joining Highland, Randy was a principal of a wealth advisory firm and in the private client group of a large national bank.

Education

• BS, University of Akron
• MBA, University of Akron

Professional Designation

• Certified Financial Planner

Membership

• Akron Estate Planning Council
• Cleveland Estate Planning Council
• Financial Planning Association
• Kingdom Advisors
• National Committee of Planned Giving
• Board Member/Past Chair, The Chapel
• Past Chair, Rockynol Retirement Community
• Board Member/Chair, Urban Vision
• Regional Board Member, Fellowship of Christian Athletes

Kevin Mahon
kmahon@highlandusa.net

Kevin has more than 25 years of relevant experience. In addition to client account and firm accounting functions, Kevin works primarily with Highland’s private clients and family offices. He also oversees the firm’s business matters. Prior to Highland, Kevin was employed with a regional accounting firm.

Education

• BS, Miami University

Professional Designation

• Certified Public Accountant
• Kevin is currently a student in the Certified Employee Benefit Specialist Program.

Membership

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants

Kelly H. O'Hara
kohara@highlandusa.net

Kelly has more than 20 years of relevant experience. In addition to her client consulting responsibilities, she is also responsible for maintaining the investment manager databases and client investment performance reporting. She largely works with corporate and not-for-profit clients. Her experience includes expertise in financial, credit and cash flow analysis. Prior to joining Highland, Kelly was a specialized corporate lender and worked with a venture capital firm.

Education

• BSBA, West Virginia University (Magna Cum Laude, Beta Gamma Sigma)
• MBA, The University of Akron

Professional Designations
Kelly is pursuing the following designation:

• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist

With more than 21 years of relevant experience, Rich is the founding principal of Highland. Prior to starting the firm in 1993, he began his consulting career with Hewitt Associates. He has also worked as a senior consultant for an advisor of the Frank Russell Company, as well as with investment management and investment banking firms.

Education

• BBA, College of William and Mary
• MBA, Case Western Reserve University

Professional Designations

• Chartered Financial Analyst
• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist

Membership

• The CFA Institute
• Investment Management Consultants Association (IMCA)
• CFA Society of Cleveland
• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist, (CEBS) Past President, NE Ohio Chapter

Marc joined Highland at its founding in 1993. Prior to that, Marc worked for an advisor of the Frank Russell Company and was employed as a commercial lending officer. With over 15 years of relevant experience, Marc’s primary responsibility is client relationship management and business development.

Education

• BA, Kenyon College (Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa)

Professional Designation

• Chartered Financial Analyst

Membership

• The CFA Institute
• CFA Society of Columbus

Frank has over 35 years of relevant experience. Over 25 years of his career have been devoted to consulting, with senior consulting roles at major national and regional firms where he served as a relationship manager for major clients and client assignments. Frank’s responsibilities at Highland focus on client relationship management, project management, business development, and marketing of the firm’s services.

Education

• B.A. John Carroll University
• Graduate Work, University of Minnesota

Membership

• WEB (Working in Employee Benefits), Steering Committee, Cleveland Chapter
• NOHRPS (Northeast Ohio Human Resource Planning Society)
• Health Action Council of Cleveland
• Employers’ Health Coalition of Ohio
• Providence House, Board Secretary
• Sisters of the Humility of Mary, Financial Advisory Board
• Cleveland Central Catholic High School, Admissions and Marketing Committee
• Catholic Charities of Cleveland, Human Resources Advisory Board