Philip Michalek is the sole advisor at PDM Investment Services, LLC, an independent firm based in Lake Orion, MI. He holds a Series 65 designation and has 15 years of industry experience. Michalek has led PDM Investment Services since 2005. PDM Investment Services advises individual investors, including some high-net-worth households, providing portfolio analysis, discretionary management, and financial planning. The firm employs a combination of strategic adaptive and tactical equity allocation, using proprietary rating models and a long-term market indicator to guide investment decisions.

Jeremy was raised in Davison, Michigan and graduated from Davison High School. He is the son of an African-American Air Force Veteran who served in Vietnam and Korea. His mother, a retired IT professional, is the daughter of an AC Spark Plug engineer who worked in Flint for over 30 years. After high school, Jeremy attended Central Michigan University where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a double major in Personal Financial Planning and Real Estate Development & Finance. He was also a 4-year varsity letter recipient in football as a wide receiver. Fire Up Chips! Jeremy has been working in the financial services industry since 2012 and has been a Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) certificate holder since 2015. The CFP® certification marks identify professionals who have met the high standards of competency and ethics established and enforced by the CFP Board. CFP Board's Standards of Professional Conduct require CFP® professionals to act in their clients’ best interests. Jeremy lives in Swartz Creek with his wife, Carol, an elementary school teacher at Dewitt Public Schools. They have been married since 2015 and have two children, Harrison and Scarlett, whom they welcomed in 2018 and 2021, respectively. Jeremy enjoys playing and watching sports, movies, and spending time with his family.

Michael Kastler is the sole advisor at Kastler Financial Planning in Ortonville, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, and several wealth management firms. Kastler serves on the alumni board of Notre Dame Preparatory School, assisting with alumni activities such as annual homecoming events. Kastler Financial Planning is a fee-only, state-registered advisory firm focusing on financial and retirement planning for individuals in or nearing retirement. The firm employs a predominantly passive investment approach based on Modern Portfolio Theory, offering primarily fixed, tiered, and hourly billing arrangements and providing both planning and discretionary investment management services.

Joseph Venegas is the principal of JDV Wealth Advisors, LLC, an independent firm based in Goodrich, Michigan. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 17 years of industry experience. In addition to his advisory role, Venegas is involved in independent insurance sales, tax preparation services, and serves as a high school football and baseball coach. JDV Wealth Advisors provides personalized financial planning and portfolio management services to individual clients, emphasizing individualized asset allocation and Modern Portfolio Theory. The firm generally operates on a non-discretionary basis and often acts as a co-advisor when recommending third-party investment managers.

Kenneth Allen is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience. He is the managing member and Chief Compliance Officer of Allen Financial Management, an independent firm he founded in 2010. He has worked at Mutual Securities, Inc. since 2015. In addition to his advisory work, he is also licensed to provide term life and universal life insurance services. Allen Financial Management provides discretionary portfolio management and advisory services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm uses a variety of analytical approaches and trading strategies to tailor portfolios primarily through mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.

Lance Arnold is a financial advisor at Reliance Asset Management LLC and holds a Series 65 designation. He has one year of experience in the financial industry and has worked at Senior Care of Michigan for ten years. Outside of advisory work, he has a background in senior care services. Reliance Asset Management LLC provides co-advisory asset management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and estates by partnering with a third-party portfolio manager. The firm focuses on model portfolios consisting of no-load mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and cash instruments, regularly reviewing client accounts to align investments with documented goals and risk tolerances.

Travis Maxon is a financial advisor at Reliance Asset Management LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked previously at Gradient Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Maxon is involved in insurance sales through Senior Care of Michigan. Reliance Asset Management LLC provides co-advisory asset management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and estates by working with a third-party portfolio manager. The firm focuses on selecting and managing model portfolios primarily composed of no-load mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and cash instruments.

Alexander Wagner is a financial advisor at Vitale Wealth Management in Metamora, MI, holding a Series 65 designation. He has related experience at American Retirement Solutions, LLC and TCF Bank prior to joining his current firm. Vitale Wealth Management provides discretionary asset management and financial planning services to individuals and high-net-worth clients, managing approximately $117 million across about 396 client relationships. The firm employs a model-based investment approach utilizing fundamental, technical, charting, and cyclical analysis, and offers ongoing portfolio management, financial planning, educational seminars, and access to third-party money managers.

Todd Hulliberger is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with Reliance Asset Management LLC and has seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Reliance Asset Management in 2026, he worked at Gradient Advisors for seven years. He is also involved with Senior Care of Michigan, where he has worked in insurance sales since 2006. Reliance Asset Management LLC provides co-advisory asset management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and estates by working with a third-party portfolio manager. The firm focuses on model portfolios using no-load mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and cash instruments, with an investment approach centered on discretionary model selection and periodic client account reviews.

Joseph Vitale is a financial advisor at Vitale Wealth Management with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has prior experience owning and managing insurance and real estate businesses. Vitale also owns Trinity Realty Inc. and SSJ Properties, which are real estate-related ventures. Vitale Wealth Management provides discretionary asset management and financial planning services to individuals and high-net-worth clients. The firm uses model-based portfolio management incorporating fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, serving roughly 396 client relationships with a three-advisor team.

Nicholas Harajli is a financial advisor at Vitale Wealth Management with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Hantz Financial Services, United Wholesale Mortgage, and Best Buy. Vitale Wealth Management provides discretionary asset management and financial planning services to individuals and high-net-worth clients. The firm manages approximately $117 million across about 396 client relationships using model-based portfolio management and a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis.

With more than 15 years of experience in the wealth management industry, Carla founded Ametrine Wealth with the vision of helping people–particularly women–take control of their financial futures. She prides herself on creating a compassionate, trusting environment for clients and removing the barriers that keep people from setting and achieving their financial goals. Carla’s clients value her financial planning insight, ability to break down complex topics, attention to detail, and approachable demeanor. Originally from Massachusetts, Carla initially envisioned a career in science. She graduated magna cum laude from Washington and Lee University and received a Masters in chemistry from Northwestern University. However, long hours in the lab made her realize her preference for engaging with people over compounds, and she decided to put her analytical skills to use in the financial sector. Carla holds an MBA in Finance and General Management from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and is a Certified Financial Planner Practitioner(TM). Carla lives in Lake Orion with her husband, Jarod, and her two greatest accomplishments, daughters Brinley and Chloe.

Christopher Roumayeh is a financial advisor with SB Advisory, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 23 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at San Blas Securities, Capital Asset Advisory Service, Bank of America, and Merrill. Outside of advisory work, he is a partner in Team Renegade, LLC, a technology business. SB Advisory, LLC is a multi-team SEC-registered advisory firm with 34 advisors managing over $1 billion in assets for individuals, businesses, and retirement plans. The firm primarily provides non-discretionary portfolio management and financial planning, employing a mix of fundamental, technical, and qualitative analysis in client portfolio construction.

Michael Awwad is a financial advisor at MDRN Capital with 14 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His prior experience includes roles at Edward Jones, PNC Investments, Huntington Financial Advisors, and Cetera. Outside of advising, he is an adjunct professor teaching finance-related courses at Southern New Hampshire University and serves as Assistant Chief at the Goodland Township Fire Department. MDRN Capital serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, businesses, and retirement plans, offering discretionary investment management and comprehensive financial planning through a multi-advisor team. The firm utilizes unaffiliated independent managers and low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, focusing on long-term portfolio management with flexibility for shorter-term adjustments.

Lonnie Mclane is a financial advisor with IP Financial Advisory Services LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 34 years of industry experience. His career includes long-term roles at Sigma Financial Corporation and ongoing involvement with Mid Thumb Insurance and Mid Thumb Financial Planning. Outside of his advisory work, he is engaged with Estate & Tax Consultants, LLC, providing trust funding, tax preparation, and mortgage reduction services. IP Financial Advisory Services primarily serves individual retail clients by offering portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting. The firm emphasizes customized portfolio construction and monitoring, often using discretionary authority and a variety of analytical methods, while also referring clients to third-party investment advisors.

David Ne Smith is a financial advisor at MissionSquare Retirement with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Edward Jones and served in the US Army Reserve for 29 years. Outside of advising, he has experience with Allen Marine Tours and retired military service. MissionSquare Retirement serves state and local government employers, their employees, and certain nonprofit entities by administering deferred compensation and qualified retirement plans. The firm provides plan administration, recordkeeping, education, and advisory services including discretionary Managed Accounts and nondiscretionary Fund Advice through Guided Pathways, with investment advice developed by Morningstar Investment Management.

Ronald Wiitala is a financial advisor at Virtue Capital Management, LLC with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at Horter Investment Management, LLC. In addition to his advisory role, he is the owner of WITALA Financial Services and serves as an independent agent for National Gold Consultants. Virtue Capital Management, LLC serves individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, retirement plans, and other advisers, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services. The firm employs a multi-team model and uses tactical, strategic, and dynamic investment approaches tailored to client goals and risk tolerance.

Douglas Featherstone Jr. is a financial advisor with MissionSquare Retirement, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Securities, Alerus Financial, and CG Advisory Services. He currently serves as a Senior Internal Wholesaler with MissionSquare Retirement. MissionSquare Retirement serves state and local government employers, their employees, and certain nonprofit entities by administering deferred compensation and qualified retirement plans. The firm offers plan administration, recordkeeping, education, and Guided Pathways Advisory Services, with investment advice and model portfolios developed by Morningstar Investment Management.

Jacob Porrett is a financial advisor at Hantz Financial Services, Inc. with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at the University of Michigan - Flint and Mott Community College. Hantz Financial Services serves a diverse range of clients, including individuals, pension plans, charitable and corporate entities, and business owners. The firm primarily provides ETF-based model portfolios complemented by third-party money managers, with a comprehensive approach that includes financial planning, wealth management, and retirement plan consulting.

Mark Prainito is a financial advisor at PNC Wealth Management with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at Bank of America, Merrill, The Huntington National Bank, and Florida Funding, LLC. PNC Wealth Management provides retail brokerage and advisory services through model-based programs, including an invitation-only digital offering that uses algorithmic risk assessments and approved model strategies managed by PNC or third-party strategists.