Anthony Benvenuti serves as a Resident Director with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works with clients managing complex financial portfolios, including those with significant wealth derived from business ownership, executive compensation, and concentrated stock positions. Benvenuti and his team offer comprehensive wealth management services that integrate investment management with banking and lending resources from Merrill and Bank of America. Since 2008, Benvenuti has helped individuals, families, business owners, and executives navigate financial decisions related to retirement planning, business succession, liquidity strategies, and wealth transfer objectives. His areas of focus include affluent individuals and families, corporate executives, business owners, and entrepreneurs. Benvenuti holds a Bachelor's Degree from Central Michigan University and professional designations such as CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Outside of his professional responsibilities, he participates in community activities including volunteering with the Susan G Komen Foundation. He also enjoys cooking, gardening, golfing, ice hockey, racquetball, reading, soccer, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Mark Smith is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Grove Point Advisors, LLC, Grove Point Investments, LLC, and RLM Financial Services, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with RLM Financial Services in non-variable insurance activities. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Dante Cioni is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 24 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2001. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored retirement income advice through a centralized consulting team.

Jack Willson is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2023. In this capacity, he focuses on assisting clients in accumulating wealth and generating reliable sources of income tailored to their financial goals. His professional approach centers around creating financial strategies that align with the individual needs of his clients. Since joining Fidelity Investments, Jack has been dedicated to providing planning services that support clients in meeting their long-term financial objectives. His work involves understanding client goals and developing plans to help achieve them through disciplined financial management. Further details regarding Jack's education, credentials, and personal interests have not been provided.

Jeanette Mayer is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Grand Blanc, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with seven years of prior experience at Edward Jones and additional roles at Global Team Blue and Katz Media Group. She joined Morgan Stanley in 2025. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individuals and institutional clients with tailored financial planning and a wide range of advisory programs. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and market simulations in its financial planning process.

Andrew Bastian is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services Inc. and Michigan Securities, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, Bastian is involved in tax preparation through his own firm and teaches classes on estate and tax planning. He is also licensed as a real estate agent, assisting clients with buying and selling homes. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors as well as institutions, offering a range of brokerage, advisory, and financial planning services. The firm employs asset-allocation tools and multiple investment platforms to build customized portfolios, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary management.

James Walker is a financial advisor with Ameriprise who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2015. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides detailed retirement income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Evan Wessel is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2022 and previously held positions at Bank of America NA, General RV Center, and Detroit Vapor Shop. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Stephanie Brown is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked at infinex Investments, Inc. for eight years. Brown has also been employed at Flagstar Bank for 20 years. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Charles Anderson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Clarkston, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services both directly to individuals and through Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Antonio Bugli is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Antonio's work focuses on helping clients effectively manage their financial futures. Outside of his professional role, Antonio has interests in football, golfing, hiking, hunting, and pickleball. He also values spending time with his family and traveling.

Lewis Duncan is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities for 10 years before joining Ameriprise. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Directors for the Safari Club International Flint Regional Chapter, where he is also Vice President and Fundraiser Chairman. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Colleen Schon is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Clarkston, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2005. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member and fundraiser for the nonprofit Funding the Future and is treasurer of The Alexander Foundation. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional services, employing a range of portfolio management styles supported by firm research and affiliated sub-advisers.

Thomas Townsend is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 41 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2019, following a decade at UBS Financial Services. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service for clients typically holding at least $1 million in investable assets, providing written recommendations on income sources, Social Security strategies, and tax-efficient withdrawals. The firm combines research, modeling, and oversight committees to deliver tailored, algorithm-assisted retirement income plans.

William Luke is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Swartz Creek, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2015. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset thresholds, providing detailed Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic automation to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Robert Gegg is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill for 44 years, providing financial advisory services focused on money management, financial and estate planning strategies. Robert offers customized investment advice and guidance to high net worth individuals as well as institutional clients. His expertise includes working with concentrated equity positions for a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, estates, charitable foundations, and endowments. Robert holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned his Bachelor's Degree from Ferris State University. Widowed, Robert has four children and five grandchildren. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys spending time with his family and participates in activities such as golf, tennis, fishing, and other outdoor pursuits.

Jeffrey Trares is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 17 years of industry experience. He has worked at JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2003 and at J.P. Morgan Securities, LLC since 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he is a signer on his daughter’s business banking accounts for Full Circle Farms LLC, a horse riding, training, and boarding facility, though he is not involved in its operations. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm delivers these services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities, with recommendations made on a non-discretionary basis.

Sohan Sarkar is a Financial Solutions Advisor (FSA) with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his current role, he works with clients to develop personalized financial strategies that align with their unique priorities and goals. His approach involves understanding individual circumstances to provide tailored advice on investing, retirement planning, and saving for unforeseen events. Sarkar holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a High School Diploma from Troy High School and attended the University of Illinois System without conferring a degree. He emphasizes building relationships with clients to uncover what matters most to them and help pursue their financial objectives over time.

Katrina Johnson is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. since 1996. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Max Jackson is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, bringing over a decade of experience in the financial services industry. In his current role since 2026, he partners with individuals, families, and business owners to develop wealth plans tailored to their financial goals. His approach focuses on providing clients with strategies, tools, and education to support informed decision-making. Prior to his current position, Max held various roles at Fidelity Investments, including Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative, spanning from 2021 to 2026. His earlier career includes positions at Bank of America as a Relationship Manager and Relationship Banker, as well as roles in retirement planning and mortgage banking with GLP & Associates and Rocket Mortgage. This diverse experience informs his comprehensive understanding of financial consulting. Outside of his professional work, Max engages in family activities, fitness, playing musical instruments, traveling, and volunteering.