William Ciske is a CFP® professional with one year of experience, currently serving at SGH Wealth Management. His prior work includes roles at Central Michigan University College of Business Administration, Lifeworks Advisors, and other varied positions. Outside of advising, he engages in freelance handyman work. SGH Wealth Management provides discretionary investment management and financial planning to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, corporations, and high-net-worth clients. The firm uses proprietary model asset allocation strategies tailored to client risk tolerance and employs a range of investment techniques, including mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities and bonds, alternative investments, options writing, and short sales.

John Atkinson is a CFP® professional with one year of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at SGH Wealth Management. His prior work includes positions at Faurecia, Meritor, and Oakland University. SGH Wealth Management provides discretionary investment management and financial planning services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, corporations, and other business entities, including high-net-worth clients. The firm uses proprietary model asset allocation strategies tailored to clients’ risk tolerance and employs a variety of investment techniques and instruments, monitoring and rebalancing accounts on an ongoing basis.

Kenneth Brandt is a financial advisor at Skyoak Wealth with 53 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Brandt, Kelly & Simmons Securities, LLC since 2002. Skyoak Wealth is a team-based registered investment adviser serving individuals, families, corporate retirement plans, and institutions with wealth management, financial planning, and family office services. The firm manages approximately $693 million in discretionary assets through a combination of proprietary portfolios and third-party sub-advised accounts, employing a discretionary and customized investment approach that integrates actively managed strategies with selectively used alternative and leverage-related options.

Logan Dimitrie is a CFP® professional affiliated with Center for Financial Planning Inc, based in Southfield, MI, with one year of industry experience. He has worked with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. and Raymond James and Associates, and has prior experience at Walsh College and American House. Center for Financial Planning, Inc. provides financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation and diversification across various investment vehicles and manages approximately $1.97 billion in assets with a team of 17 advisors.

Clifford Robison is a CFP® with 28 years of industry experience, currently serving at FAI Advisors, Inc. since 2015. His prior work includes roles at The O.N. Equity Sales Company and Ohio National Service Services. He is a board member of Big Rapids Land Development Corp. outside of his advisory work. FAI Advisors, Inc. provides discretionary investment management and consulting to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and business entities. The firm manages approximately $301 million across about 516 clients, employing fundamental and technical analysis, asset allocation, and long-term portfolio strategies, and uses sub-advisers including SEI Investments Management Corporation.

Logan Schmitt is a financial advisor with The Nemes Rush Group, LLC, holding a Series 65 credential. He has under one year of industry experience, having previously worked at Old National Bank and engaged in roles outside finance, including at Latitude 42 Brewing and Western Michigan University. The Nemes Rush Group serves individuals, corporations, charities, and retirement plans by providing portfolio management, financial planning, and business consulting. The firm combines fundamental and technical analysis with both long- and short-term trading strategies, and offers fiduciary support for retirement plans.

Andrew O’Laughlin is a CFP® with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving with Center for Financial Planning, Inc. He has previously worked at Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., Financial Focus, and LPL Financial. At Center for Financial Planning, he holds the role of Director of Client Services. Center for Financial Planning, Inc. provides financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation and diversification across multiple asset classes and manages approximately $1.97 billion in assets through a team of 17 advisors.

Lisa Stella is a CFP® professional with 39 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is currently with Center for Financial Planning Inc and has previously worked at Merrill and Raymond James in various capacities. Center for Financial Planning, Inc. offers financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm’s investment strategy focuses on strategic asset allocation and diversification across multiple asset classes and employs both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Hannah Huehn is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ practitioner with five years of industry experience. She has been with Plante Moran Financial Advisors since 2018, with previous roles including work at Michigan State University and Adient. Plante Moran Financial Advisors provides investment advisory, financial planning, and estate planning services to private and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, banks, insurance companies, not-for-profits, and sovereign wealth funds. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis alongside proprietary valuation models and commonly utilizes third-party managers and alternative investments.

Kirk Dedenbach is a financial advisor with Plante Moran Financial Advisors in Southfield, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His previous roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services, Comerica Securities, and Comerica Bank. He is also associated with Plante Moran’s real estate and insurance advisory arms. Plante Moran Financial Advisors serves a diverse client base that includes individual households, institutional clients, and sovereign wealth funds. The firm offers investment advisory, financial planning, and estate planning services, utilizing a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis alongside a proprietary equity market valuation model.

Erin Wozniak is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 14 years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network, Advantage Investment Management, LPL Financial, and TL Financial Group. Merit Financial Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser with 264 advisors serving over 20,000 clients across 66 offices, managing approximately $23.9 billion in assets. The firm offers coordinated wealth-management services with an investment approach focused on long-term, diversified portfolios managed through centralized models, supplemented by advisor customization.

Cameron Cahill is a financial advisor at Plante Moran Financial Advisors with a Series 65 credential. He joined the firm in 2025 and has prior experience working at TFG Advisors and in various roles outside the financial industry. Plante Moran Financial Advisors provides investment advisory, financial planning, and estate planning services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, institutions, and sovereign wealth funds. The firm uses a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis alongside proprietary market valuation models and frequently employs third-party managers and alternative investments.

Carly Purcell is a financial advisor at Advance Capital Management Inc with six years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Advance Capital Management since 2024, previously working with Advance Capital Services since 2011. Advance Capital Management serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, foundations, and institutional clients, offering discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting. The firm employs an Investment Committee to guide portfolio construction and manages approximately $4.5 billion in assets across more than 6,800 clients.

Joseph Henderson is a CFP® professional with 19 years of experience in the financial industry. He has worked at Johnson Investment Counsel, Inc. since 2019 and previously spent 10 years at Vintage Financial Services, LLC. Located in Livonia, MI, he holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Johnson Investment Counsel serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, public agencies, and charitable organizations. The firm provides discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, pension consulting, and offers model portfolio services through third-party platforms, employing a team-based investment approach that integrates quantitative equity analysis with macro and micro fixed income strategies.

Sonya Palumbo is a financial advisor at Prospera Financial Services, Inc. with 26 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Cetera Advisor Networks LLC and Summit Brokerage Services Inc. In addition to her advisory role, she is a registered sales assistant at Taylor & Associates LLC. Prospera Financial Services, Inc. is a multi-team advisory firm with 271 advisors managing approximately $14.4 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and access to various advisory programs and platforms.

Christina Perna is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 19 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at TL Financial Group, Commonwealth Financial Network, LPL Financial, and Advantage Investment Management LLC. In addition to her advisory role, she is also a notary public. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion and serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, corporate clients, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and modular sleeves, with oversight from a central Investment Management team and an Investment Committee.

Ronald Thompson is a financial advisor at CoreCap Advisors with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Financial Strategies Group, Daly Merritt Financial Services, and New York Life Insurance. Thompson is also an insurance agent at True North Advisors, where he engages in life insurance and annuity sales. CoreCap Advisors provides discretionary investment and portfolio management as well as standalone financial planning to individuals, retirement accounts, pension plans, trusts, estates, and corporations. The firm emphasizes a relationship-oriented, individualized approach with a long-term investment horizon, utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, equities, and fixed income, often incorporating sub-advisors and tax-efficient strategies.

Christine Mc Cafferty is a financial advisor at CoreCap Advisors with 28 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at several firms including Brokers International Financial Services and Forethought Investment Group. Outside of her advisory role, she is an insurance agent involved in Medicare health insurance sales through Advantage Benefits Retirement Services, LLC. CoreCap Advisors provides discretionary investment management and financial planning services to individuals, retirement accounts, and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes a relationship-oriented approach with a long-term investment horizon, utilizing a range of investment vehicles and frequently engaging sub-advisors and third-party asset managers.

Aaron Wooster is a financial advisor at CoreCap Advisors with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at CoreCap Advisors since 2016. Wooster is also an independent agent and partner at Jackson Kennedy, where he sells annuities, fixed indexed annuities, and life insurance products. CoreCap Advisors provides discretionary investment and portfolio management as well as standalone financial planning to individuals, retirement accounts, pension plans, trusts, estates, and corporations. The firm uses a relationship-oriented approach with a long-term investment horizon, employing mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and fixed income, and often works with sub-advisors and third-party asset managers.

Jonathan Arntz is an associate advisor with SEIA and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has two years of experience in the financial industry, previously working at Cedar Brook Group for four years and in construction from 2011 to 2020. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in property management. SEIA serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, retirement plans, and other institutional and charitable entities through a multi-team advisory platform of approximately 140 advisors. The firm combines strategic asset allocation with tactical adjustments using quantitative and qualitative research, offering both discretionary and predominantly non-discretionary investment management alongside comprehensive financial planning and consulting services.