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MCF Advisors Welcomes Kristen Kirkwood as Director of Compliance

MCF Advisors Welcomes Kristen Kirkwood as Director of Compliance 

Covington, KY — MCF Advisors is pleased to welcome Kristen Kirkwood, J.D., as Director of Compliance. Kristen will be based out of the firm’s Covington office and will play a key role in supporting and strengthening MCF’s Compliance Department. 

Kristen brings more than a decade of experience in the financial services industry, with a strong background in compliance and regulatory oversight. Most recently, she spent over five years with Western & Southern Financial Group, following five years with Ohio National Financial Services. She holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Akron School of Law. 

Originally from Cleveland, Kristen met her spouse at Miami University, and together they are raising five children, including two sets of twins. A former multi-sport athlete, Kristen played soccer as a goalkeeper and was part of a State Championship team in Ohio, later competing in Europe through the Olympic Development Program. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, playing games, and watching and coaching their children’s sports teams.  

“Kristen has hit the ground running and is already making an impact.,” said Tim Gavin, MCF Advisors’ Chief Strategy Officer & Chief Compliance Officer and a Managing Partner. “Her depth of experience, leadership, and enthusiasm make her a valuable addition to our compliance team.” 

 

IMPORTANT DISCLOSURE INFORMATION 
MCF Advisors, LLC (“MCF”) is an investment management firm headquartered in Lexington, Ky. that serves clients through two divisions: Wealth Management (individuals, families, and business owners) and Institutional (retirement plans: 401(k), deferred compensation & defined benefit; endowments, health benefit trusts, and corporations). The firm’s mission is to provide clients with peace of mind by facilitating successful outcomes through excellent financial leadership, integrity, and service. MCF is an SEC registered investment adviser, providing investment management and/or consulting services on over $3.7 billion of client assets as of September 30, 2025. To learn more, please visit www.mcfadvisors.com.