Firm welcomes locals to grand opening

NORWALK — Those representing Donald M. Graham and Associates invite the community to the firm's grand opening ceremony at its new location in Norwalk. The event takes place from 4-6 p.m. on Thursday at its building, 13 W. Main St., beside Berry's on Main. Bio blast Here's some more information about Donald M. Graham and Associates, as provided by the company, which describes itself as an "independent financial firm that has been helping our clients establish and maintain their long-term financial goals since 1976." • Eric Schwieterman will run the daily operations of the Norwalk location. Schwieterman, a Norwalk native, has been with the firm since 2014. He is an Ashland University graduate with a bachelor's degree in finance and economics. He's also earned 24 securities licenses. • Don Graham remains the business owner. Graham has been in the industry since 1976. Prior to entering the financial services industry, he was a public-school educator and football coach. He received his bachelor's degree from Ashland University. He also earned 63 securities licenses. He is actively involved in and serves on several committees that are working to improve the quality of life for Huron County. • Together the company offers "comprehensive financial services to our clients with a focus on retirement and estate planning. We work with other local businesses and use a team approach within our office to help our clients achieve their financial goals. We serve individuals across the U.S. and of all different life stages." • This year marks a major milestone as Graham and the office is celebrating 50 years of service "and are very excited for the opportunity to expand our locations to include Norwalk. Our Willard office is the original location that has been open since 1976. Our Willard office will remain in operation, but this new location will allow us the opportunity to better serve the Norwalk community."