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 with LPL Financial in Clarkston, Michigan, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2008. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charities nationwide. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management supported by research and model portfolios.

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 25 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC since 2021. Prior to that, he worked for Royal Alliance & Associates for 10 years. 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 work. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines algorithmic automation with research and modeling to deliver tailored, non-discretionary advice, primarily for clients holding assets in Ameriprise Managed Accounts.

Tara Griggs is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience and holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. She has been with Merrill since 2009. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

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, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Cetera and The State Bank. Clark is also involved with ChoiceOne Bank through a dual bank program as a financial advisor. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, delivering tailored, research-based recommendations supported by a centralized consulting team and algorithmic tools. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional provider.

William Schmidt is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in wealth management for individuals and their families. He works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at helping them achieve their long-term goals. Drawing on the investment insights of Merrill and the banking capabilities of Bank of America, he provides tailored advice across a broad range of areas including college education planning, executive and equity compensation, family wealth management, legacy and liquidity planning, retirement income, and tax minimization. Mr. Schmidt holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Miami University, with minors in Management and Latin American Studies. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designations. Committed to community involvement, he volunteers with organizations such as Teach on the Beach and Racquet Up Detroit and is a member of the Detroit Athletic Club. He resides in Royal Oak, MI, with his wife and two rescue dogs, and in his free time enjoys cooking, fishing, golfing, photography, skiing, and traveling.

David Krahn Jr. is a financial advisor at OSAIC with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at multiple firms, including Woodbury Financial Services and Bridgewise Financial Partners. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a sports official for the Michigan High School Athletic Association, refereeing football and basketball games. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services with a focus on portfolio construction using asset-allocation tools and risk assessment, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

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.

Melissa Terhorst is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. with 30 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Raymond James since 2005. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools to model potential outcomes and supports clients through advisory programs and partnerships.

Steven Miodonski is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Auburn Hills, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill, PNC Bank, and Edward Jones. Outside of his advisory work, he is the sole owner of a farm used for deer hunting in Harbor Beach, MI. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, combining discretionary and non-discretionary management with research-supported model portfolios and various institutional services.

Joseph Ragnone is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of the NMY Ragnone Group. He works with individuals and families to create personalized financial strategies tailored to support their long-term goals. His expertise includes investment management, retirement planning, estate planning strategies, and family wealth strategies. He holds the professional designations of Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Joseph completed his high school education at Lake Fenton High School and attended Mott Community College without obtaining a degree. Joseph's approach focuses on understanding what matters most to clients and their families to develop strategies that pursue their financial objectives. He emphasizes relationship-driven guidance to help clients build financial confidence and create lasting legacies.

Brent Wichlacz is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and possessing 27 years of industry experience. His prior roles include 15 years at Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. and operating as an independent insurance agent for 18 years. He is also involved in insurance-related business activities alongside his advisory work. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, with access to model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and advanced technologies.

Garrett Baumbach is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. since 2021. Prior to his current role, he worked at Farm Bureau Insurance and has experience outside the financial industry. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using risk profiling and modeling tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

H Seibold is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Clarkston, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 23 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2016 and also works with Vibe Credit Union. In addition to his advisory work, he serves as a paralegal for Willenbrecht Legal Services on a part-time basis. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios and research from various sources.

Alan Mclellan is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Morgan Stanley and Cetera Advisors. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Rochester Rotary as Assistant Treasurer and is Vice President of the Irish Network Detroit. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm that serves individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm uses a centralized service team to deliver personalized recommendation reports, leveraging proprietary research and third-party data.

Christopher Theut is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise and Comerica Securities, where he also served as a financial consultant for Comerica Inc. He is involved with FO2, a cash management platform for corporate and institutional clients. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary research and third-party model portfolios.