Edward George Degalan Jr.

Ronald Jaster is the principal of Faithful Steward Wealth Management, Inc., an independent firm based in New Lothrup, MI. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 21 years of industry experience. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as the treasurer for Maple Grove Township in Saginaw, MI. Faithful Steward Wealth Management serves individual investors and charitable clients with portfolio management, retirement account oversight, and recommendations of third-party investment advisers. The firm offers multiple investment platforms, including actively managed equity and options strategies, mutual fund/ETF portfolios, and a faith-based mutual fund option, utilizing both fundamental and technical analysis.

Robert Zalokar is a CFP® professional with 15 years of experience, operating as the sole advisor at LIFEGOALS FINANCIAL GROUP since 2004. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in Owosso, MI. LIFEGOALS FINANCIAL GROUP provides investment management and comprehensive financial planning primarily for individual clients, family trusts, and small business owners. The firm uses a client questionnaire and risk-tolerance assessment to tailor asset allocations, employing a strategic buy-hold-rebalance approach with tax-aware practices, and combines financial planning with tax expertise.

Nicholas Thiede is a financial advisor at Sovereign Financial Group, Inc. with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at CG Financial and Sandler and Travis Trade Advisory Services. Sovereign Financial Group serves individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, businesses, retirement plans, and a registered investment company, offering portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan advisory, and cash-management solutions. The firm typically constructs portfolios with low-cost, diversified mutual funds and ETFs, incorporating individual securities and independent managers as appropriate, emphasizing long-term strategies with tactical adjustments.

Amy Cooper is a financial advisor with M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc. She holds a Series 63 designation and has 19 years of industry experience. Amy has worked at Heirmark and M Holdings Securities since 2009 and was also with Cornerstone Consulting Group from 2009 to 2017. Outside of advisory roles, she serves as Director of Case Design and Client Service at Heirmark, where she manages client insurance reviews and life insurance case design. M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc. serves individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities through a network of independent firms and financial professionals, offering a range of advisory and brokerage services including investment management, retirement plan consulting, financial planning, and insurance advisory.

Thomas Baker is a financial advisor with Capital Analysts and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. He has 35 years of industry experience, including roles with Lincoln Investment and Great American Advisors, Inc. In addition to his advisory work, he operates an independent insurance agency focusing on property, casualty, fixed life, and annuity products. Capital Analysts serves both retail and institutional clients, offering portfolio management, customized and model portfolios, and retirement-plan advice through a nationwide network of independent advisors and firm-managed programs. The firm utilizes an in-house investment management team and proprietary screening processes to deliver discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions.

Suzzanne Cross is a financial advisor with Fifth Third Securities, Inc. in Owosso, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 23 years of industry experience. She has been with Fifth Third Securities since 2001 and has worked at Fifth Third Bank since 1980. Outside of her advisory role, she volunteers at Memorial Healthcare Auxiliary Hospital and serves as Vice President of Curwood Festival, Inc., a local nonprofit organization. Fifth Third Securities, Inc. offers brokerage and investment advisory services through its Passageway Managed Account Program to individuals, charitable organizations, corporate clients, and institutions. The firm combines its municipal-advisor registration with its affiliation to Fifth Third Bank, providing a range of discretionary managed-account programs and access to specialized portfolio management and tax-overlay services.