Steven Privette is a CFP® professional with 15 years of experience in the financial industry. He is currently affiliated with Wealthcare Advisory Partners LLC and LPL Financial, having previously worked at Edward Jones for 12 years. Wealthcare Advisory Partners LLC offers investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm employs a goals-based financial advising approach using proprietary software and quantitative metrics, combining both passive and active investment strategies tailored to client preferences.

Max Murphy is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with four years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Highpoint Planning Partners and has previously worked at firms including LPL Financial LLC, The Vanguard Group, Inc., and Plante Moran Financial Advisors. HighPoint Advisor Group serves a range of clients including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm offers discretionary asset management, financial planning, retirement plan advisory, and utilizes fundamental analysis to construct client investment policies across various asset classes and investment platforms.

Patrick Rice is a CFP® and CFA® with 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Mainstay Capital Management, LLC since 2005. The firm is an independent, fee-only registered investment adviser managing approximately $4.52 billion in client assets, primarily serving individuals, retirees, and workplace retirement plan participants. Mainstay Capital Management employs a tactical asset allocation approach and is notable for its focus on workplace savings plan management, including services for employees and retirees of large employers such as General Motors and Ford.

Jeffrey Johnson is a financial advisor with IP Financial Advisory Services LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 43 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Innovation Partners LLC, The Johnson Group Financial, J.W. Cole Financial, and Wells Fargo Clearing. IP Financial Advisory Services primarily serves individual retail clients, offering portfolio management, financial planning, managed account programs, and retirement-plan consulting. The firm focuses on non-high-net-worth individuals and integrates a range of services including actuarial analysis, benefits consulting, and risk management alongside traditional investment advisory programs.

Timothy Atkinson is a financial advisor at CX Institutional, LLC with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Tfg Advisers LLC and Tfg Advisors. CX Institutional serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, and business entities by providing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-strategy investment approach that includes fundamental, quantitative, technical, and cyclical analysis across various asset classes and offers specialized strategy portfolios alongside custom solutions.

Brittany Reid is a CFP® professional with four years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Plante Moran Financial Advisors since 2020. Her prior experience includes roles at Doeren Mayhew and self-employment, along with an operations manager position at Upright Health & Wellness, Inc. outside the investment field. Plante Moran Financial Advisors provides investment advisory, financial planning, and estate-planning services to a range of individual and institutional clients. The firm employs a mix of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis supported by an internal equity valuation model, managing both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios.

Marc Janca is a CFP® professional with 15 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently affiliated with Kovack Advisors, Inc. and Kovack Securities, Inc. Prior to this, he held roles at AE Financial Services, Oliver Lagore Vanvalin Investment Group, PNC Investments, and JPMorgan Chase. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the board of the Roman James Foundation, which raises funds to cover funeral costs for infant burials. Kovack Advisors, Inc. is an SEC-registered enterprise investment adviser serving a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, pension plans, and banking institutions. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary asset management, financial planning, and third-party asset manager recommendations, with an investment approach focused on diversified asset-class exposure through mutual funds, ETFs, and other vehicles tailored to client objectives.

Nolan Eriksen is a financial advisor at Prospera Financial Services, Inc. with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked with First Command Brokerage Services, Inc. as well as the Department of Defense. Prospera Financial Services, Inc. is a multi-team firm serving individuals, corporate and charitable entities, and retirement plans, managing approximately $12.4 billion through 207 advisors in about 140 offices. The firm provides investment advisory and financial planning services across various platforms, combining firm models, third-party sub-advisers, and customizable allocations for discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Leonard Nowak III is a CFP® professional based in Rochester Hills, MI, with 16 years of experience in financial advising. He is currently with Advisors Capital Management, LLC, where he has worked since 2022, following prior roles at Mainstay Capital Management, EF Legacy Securities, Edelman Financial Services, and Portfolio Solutions. Advisors Capital Management serves a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, employee benefit plans, and the clients of unaffiliated broker-dealers and registered investment advisers. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management with a blend of top-down macro analysis and bottom-up security selection across customized private accounts and model strategies, managing over $8 billion in assets and operating on a scale that includes intermediary services and affiliated business ventures.

Daniel Mcwilliams is a financial advisor at PKS Advisory Services, LLC with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Michigan Securities, Inc. He serves as treasurer for Boy Scout Troop 1491. PKS Advisory Services, LLC provides financial planning, consulting, and investment management services to individuals, trusts, estates, and business entities. The firm manages approximately $905 million in assets and customizes portfolios based on clients’ risk tolerance, time horizon, and objectives using a mix of mutual funds, ETFs, independent managers, and individual securities.

Melissa Hintz is a financial advisor with Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. She has previously worked at Merrill and J.P. Morgan, and she holds a notary public position through which she may perform notary services for clients. Kestra Private Wealth Services provides investment advisory services through a network of independent advisors and multi-advisor teams to individuals and institutional clients, managing over $13 billion in client assets. The firm offers a broad range of investment products and specialized services, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary arrangements.

Brett Kunkle is a CFP® professional with Plante Moran Financial Advisors in Auburn Hills, MI, and has three years of industry experience. His background includes work at Plante Moran Financial Advisors since 2020, as well as roles outside finance in landscape design and the food service industry. Plante Moran Financial Advisors provides investment advisory, financial planning, and estate-planning services to a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis alongside proprietary equity valuation models to manage both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios.

Douglas Featherstone Jr. is a financial advisor at MissionSquare Retirement with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at firms including J.P. Morgan Securities and Alerus Financial. Featherstone also serves as a Senior Internal Wholesaler at 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, which include discretionary Managed Accounts and nondiscretionary Fund Advice developed by Morningstar Investment Management.

Bradley Boogren is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2016. He has been with Fidelity since 2004, serving in various roles including Financial Consultant, VP Regional Planning Consultant, and Insurance Wholesaler. Prior to joining Fidelity, he was a Field Director at Northwestern Mutual Financial from 2001 to 2004. Throughout his career, Bradley has focused on building long-lasting relationships with clients and assisting them through the financial and retirement planning process. He utilizes a range of planning tools and strategies to help clients improve their financial situations and work towards financial security. Outside of his professional work, Bradley enjoys activities such as beach outings, boating, camping, music, outdoor adventures, and traveling.

Owen Crabtree is a financial advisor at CX Institutional, LLC with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation. His prior roles include positions at TFG Advisers and The Heathers Club of Bloomfield Hills, as well as experience in various other industries. CX Institutional serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, and business entities by providing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-strategy investment approach combining fundamental, quantitative, technical, and cyclical analysis across a range of asset classes and offers specialized strategy portfolios including ESG and blockchain-focused options.

Gregory Adamczyk is a financial advisor at The Patriot Financial Group, LLC with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has held prior roles at J.P. Morgan Securities, LLC and Oppenheimer & Co. He is based in Grand Blanc, MI. The Patriot Financial Group serves individuals, small businesses, and retirement plans by providing investment management, financial planning, and consulting services. The firm constructs tailored portfolios using a combination of charting, fundamental, and technical analysis, and incorporates a wide range of asset classes including mutual funds, ETFs, equities, and private placements.

Daniel Orfin is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at Gibbs Wealth Management, LLC with two years of industry experience. He has worked at MipPro Wealth Management Inc. and Gibbs Wealth Management since 2024 and has operated Orfin and Associates Inc. since 2000. Gibbs Wealth Management provides discretionary investment advisory services to individual and high-net-worth clients through an advisor-directed model management program, utilizing third-party platforms and strategists to implement model portfolios. The firm focuses on selecting and monitoring third-party model portfolios based on client financial situations, goals, and risk tolerance.

Zachary Wilcox is a financial advisor at Mainstay Capital Management, LLC with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has previously worked at Sovita CU, OLV Investment Group, and Huntington Bank. Mainstay Capital Management is an independent, fee-only registered investment adviser managing approximately $4.52 billion in client assets. The firm primarily serves individuals, retirees, and workplace retirement plan participants, employing a tactical asset allocation approach and offering dedicated 401(k) portfolio management, comprehensive wealth management, and financial planning services.

Ian Eriksen is a financial advisor with Prospera Financial Services, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has five years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Jackson National Life Distributors, Summit Financial Group, and Cetera Advisor Networks. Outside of his advisory work, Eriksen serves as an assistant football coach at Clarkston Community School. Prospera Financial Services, Inc. is an enterprise-scale firm serving individuals, corporate and charitable entities, and retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $12.4 billion through about 207 advisors and offers a range of investment advisory and financial planning services across multiple platforms and models.

Christopher Kramer is a financial advisor at Kingsview Wealth Management, LLC with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Edward Jones for 13 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in Blizzard Falls Entertainment, a film and television business based in Rochester Hills, MI. Kingsview Wealth Management is an SEC-registered adviser managing approximately $6.7 billion, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm combines advisor-led financial planning with model-based and separately managed strategies, offering a broad range of investment instruments and access to alternative investments and third-party managers.