David Stewart is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 1999. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a wide range of clients including individuals, institutional and pension plans, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional advisory services.

Kellie Palm is a Series 66-licensed advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 26 years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and also has a long tenure at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., beginning in 1995. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm’s program focuses on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence that integrates quantitative and qualitative analysis.

Shaun Perakovic is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Flint, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2016. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm utilizes a centralized due diligence process combining quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Thomas Shook is a Financial Consultant I currently working at Fidelity. He has been with Fidelity since 2021, serving in roles including Investment Management Consultant and Planning Consultant before his current position that began in 2025. Prior to joining Fidelity, Thomas worked at Morgan Stanley and E*TRADE by Morgan Stanley as a Financial Advisor and Financial Consultant, respectively, from 2018 to 2021. Thomas takes a relationship-centered approach to financial consulting, focusing on helping clients navigate financial decisions with confidence and clarity. His professional experience spans investment management and financial planning, supporting clients through various stages of their financial journey. Outside of his professional work, Thomas has personal interests in golf and traveling.

Ryan Faris is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2019 and previously spent a decade at Bank of America and Merrill. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed written recommendations on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis in a centralized service that supports advisors in delivering tailored retirement plans.

Maria Baron is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 21 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at firms including Bank of America, Merrill, and Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in supervising an online boutique on Etsy that features coffee cups and t-shirts designed by her daughter. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Recommendations are supported by centralized due diligence and may include ESG considerations.

Jay Smith is a CFP® with 44 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Raymond James Financial and its affiliates since 1986 and currently operates out of Oxford, MI. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in an LLC that holds real estate used for his practice. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by risk profiling and modeling tools, and is notable for its municipal advisory affiliation and specialized employer advisory programs.

Jason Tether is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in Auburn Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with MML Investors Services, Inc. and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company since 1997. In addition to his advisory role, he is an insurance agent specializing in life and health insurance. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, structuring engagements as ongoing collaborations using firm-approved analytical tools to guide client recommendations.

Robert Whitcomb is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 32 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2008 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting over 22,800 advisors and managing more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Denise Palmer is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 15 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Raymond James since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a guardian and conservator for a family member, managing personal and financial affairs. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and municipal advisory services, supported by a broad network of advisers and affiliated research resources.

Christopher Reid is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC since 2021. He previously worked at Royal Alliance & Associates for ten years and Leonard & Company for one year. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing and training staff at Blumark Financial Advisors LLC and serves as a director and tax professional at Blumark Tax Advisors LLC, where he prepares and reviews income tax returns. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. It offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides clients approaching or in retirement with tailored income planning advice based on proprietary research and algorithmic analysis.

Casey Sage is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2021, Sage worked for Walled Lake Consolidated Schools for 13 years. Outside of advising, Sage serves as Community Relations Director for The Alexander Foundation, a charity supporting families of children with craniofacial diseases, and previously held a senior role in an online activewear business. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering tailored financial planning and consulting with a range of investment strategies and municipal advisory services.

Grant Fodor is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Lake Orion, MI, holding a Series 66 license and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as president of Fodor Family Farm, LLC, a hobby farm and retail business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions through a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors.

Richard Clark II is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Grand Blanc, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. His prior roles include long tenures at Cetera and The State Bank. He also has outside employment as a financial advisor with ChoiceOne Bank. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning with a written Recommendation Report and ongoing advice.

William Schmidt is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in wealth management for individuals and their families, assisting clients in pursuing their financial goals through personalized strategies. His approach integrates the investment insights of Merrill with the banking services of Bank of America to navigate today's complex markets. William's expertise encompasses areas such as college education planning, executive and equity compensation services, family wealth management, legacy planning, retirement income, and tax minimization. He holds professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Miami University, with minors in Management and Latin American Studies. William is involved in community activities such as Teach on the Beach and Racquet Up Detroit and is a member of the Detroit Athletic Club. He resides in Pleasant Ridge, MI with his wife, daughter, and two dogs, and enjoys cooking, fishing, and traveling in his free time.

David Krahn Jr. is a financial advisor at OSAIC with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2024, he held positions at several firms including Woodbury Financial Services and Bridgewise Financial Partners. Outside of advising, he works as a sports official for the Michigan High School Athletic Association, officiating football and basketball games. OSAIC Wealth serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients, offering brokerage and advisory services across various programs such as comprehensive financial planning and Unified Managed Accounts. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization to support a diverse client base that includes individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients.

Jason Raymond is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving clients since 2021. In his role, he focuses on creating financial plans that provide confidence at every stage of life, addressing areas such as retirement and investment strategies while helping clients navigate unexpected life events. Jason emphasizes simplicity, transparency, and empowerment in financial planning to help clients focus on achieving their envisioned lifestyles. Outside of his professional work, Jason enjoys activities such as camping, attending concerts, fishing, appreciating music, caring for pets, and traveling.

John Kokubo is a CFA® charterholder with 39 years of industry experience. He is currently with Wells Fargo Advisors, having joined in 2025 after a combined 16 years at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and 10 years at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. He is also the principal owner of a private wealth management firm. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and integrates advisory offerings with other financial products and referral channels.

Jeffrey Steele is a CFP® and ChFC® with 36 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial and previously worked at firms including Commonwealth Financial Network, Center for Wealth Management, Mass Mutual, and Metlife Securities. LPL Financial is a national broker‑dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers advisory and brokerage services through a large network of investment adviser representatives and provides a range of financial planning and asset management solutions.

Melissa Terhorst is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 31 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James Financial Services since 2005. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports advisory programs across a large network.