Robert Rux is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Brighton, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Complete Insurance Services, Goosehead Insurance, State Farm, and Citizens Insurance. Outside of finance, he umpires baseball and softball games in the Howell, MI area during the spring and summer. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies and access to separately managed accounts. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and operates a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Donald Gillis is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial since 2010 and Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 2004. He is also the owner of The Gillis Group, a support company based in Highland, MI. 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, and institutional clients. The firm uses tailored planning and analytical tools to support client goals and offers specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Adam Upleger is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Advantage Tax and Financial, St. Joseph Mercy Oakland, and Topgolf. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, incorporating discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

John Condra is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Brighton, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he manages a rental real estate property in Fenton, MI. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Alexander Mortensen is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and one year of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial and Genisys Credit Union since 2024, with prior roles in the retail and service industries. 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 financial planning and advisory programs, offering discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Asha Patel is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with five years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Cetera and Genisys Credit Union. Patel is also involved with Genisys Investment Services, a related business entity. 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 of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by extensive research and technology tools.

Jason Huntley is a CFP® professional with 28 years of experience in financial advisory services. He is currently with LPL Financial, joining in 2024 after 18 years at Founders Financial Securities, LLC. Huntley is involved in local government as a member of the Cohoctah Township Zoning Board of Appeals and serves as a precinct delegate. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement consulting services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and proprietary research.

Shane Robinson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Milford, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. His prior firms include LifeMark Securities Corp. and Foresters Equity Services, Inc., and he has also worked as an independent insurance agent. Robinson is involved with Community Choice Credit Union as well. 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 financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of representatives, utilizing a range of investment strategies and technologies.

Wendy Taylor is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she has a land contract interest jointly held with her husband. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Marla Alati is a financial advisor with LPL Financial holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has 32 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Comerica Securities for 29 years and Ameriprise for 3 years. Alati is also involved in independent insurance brokering. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Andrew Cronk is a CFP® professional with 14 years of experience in the financial industry. He is currently with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and has prior experience at Securities America, Inc. and Integrated Financial Strategies. Outside of his advisory role, he is also a licensed real estate agent in Michigan. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals, utilizing a range of portfolio management strategies and custody arrangements.

Matthew Murray is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Bank, and JP Morgan Securities. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, model portfolios, and fund advisory services.

Michael Balagna is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with LPL Financial, bringing 43 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 1997. Outside of his advisory role, he is associated with M. B. Financial Inc. for accounting and investment-related purposes. LPL Financial serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

David Smith is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Wixom, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked with Primerica Financial Services since 2002 and Primerica Advisors since 2004. From 2018 to 2023, he was involved with Akillez Marketing Corp. Outside of advising, he engages in the sale of home security and automation products through part-time referrals for affiliates of Primerica. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients, using model-delivery strategies developed by third-party asset managers. The firm operates at scale with thousands of advisors and offices, offering portfolio options that include strategic, tactical, tax-managed, and income-distribution models.

Crysta Manthei is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 2022 and has prior involvement with the Wharton Center for Performing Arts, the Michigan Association of Broadcasters, and the Lansing Symphony Orchestra. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, 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, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

Brady Higgins is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with a Series 66 credential. His career includes roles at Ameriprise and Viscogliosi Brothers, LLC prior to joining Thrivent. His background also includes several years in education at multiple high schools and colleges. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering both one-time and ongoing planning relationships. The firm focuses on holistic, goal-based analyses and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan.”

Christopher Pugh is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of the Winans Woods Homeowners Association. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, focusing on holistic, goal-based financial planning without discretionary trading authority.

Albert Sharp II is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Brighton, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its predecessor firm since 1985. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates a motel and apartment business. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research and modeling with tax-efficient strategies. The firm also offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

Scott Davis is a CFP® professional with 32 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with OSAIC. He previously worked at Signator Investors, Inc. for 22 years before joining Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. He also serves as president of the Greenfield Pointe Homeowner's Association, where he manages meeting agendas and assists with financial monitoring. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers and various advisory platforms.

David Vanderhovel is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2020 and previously spent 15 years at Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. In addition to his advisory role, Vanderhovel serves as president of Vanderhovel & Associates, a tax preparation and accounting firm where he is an enrolled agent. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.