Taylor Smith is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Midland, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, Smith worked at Burkhardt Presidio, Bone and Bailey, Spectrum, ARC of Midland, and Midland Community Center. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored for individuals near or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to produce written Recommendation Reports. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities, with a focus on managed accounts and algorithmic-supported retirement planning.

Kenneth Grzegorczyk is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth Inc. based in Bay City, Michigan, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 21 years of industry experience, including 15 years at Sigma Planning Corporation and ongoing tax preparation work through his own business, J&K Tax Service, which he has operated since 1981. He is also an insurance agent. Osaic Wealth Inc. serves a diverse range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and nonprofits. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to manage portfolios comprising various asset types on discretionary or non-discretionary bases.

Chelsea Kroll is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations and 16 years of industry experience. She previously worked for Hantz Financial Services for 14 years before joining Ameriprise in 2024. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a Premier Retirement Income service providing written recommendation reports and annual retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Taylor Simpson is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Freeland, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, Simpson worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and Institutional Investments. Outside of finance, Simpson is a self-employed photographer providing services to magazines, hotels, nonprofits, and interior designers. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, managing over $1 trillion in assets through a large network of advisors and offices nationwide.

James Besaw is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Saginaw, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2023, he worked at Fabiano Brothers and Herter Music Center. Outside of finance, he is a self-employed private music teacher and performer, and also writes marching band drills for high school bands. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors.

Megan Granda is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Chesaning, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 23 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2001. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, delivering detailed, non-discretionary recommendation reports that incorporate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Jonathan Dekker is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Saginaw, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked with LPL Financial since 2022 and has been affiliated with CUNA Mutual Group and CUNA Brokerage Services since 2016. 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 representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party research, and technology-driven investment strategies.

Gregory Jones is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Midland, MI, holding a Series 66 credential and five years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in several activities including operating a golf ball retrieval business, coaching private soccer lessons, and serving as a sports official. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee options, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Mark Mathewson is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been assisting clients since 1987. He specializes in managing individual wealth through various market cycles, focusing on tailored strategies that align with each client's specific financial goals. Mark’s approach emphasizes understanding clients’ needs to deliver comprehensive wealth management solutions. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Management from Saginaw Valley State University and earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP) certification in 2004, awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. Additionally, Mark is designated as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Beyond his professional role, he participates in community volunteer activities, reflecting his commitment to the local areas he serves.

Drewe Robinson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He has been associated with LPL Financial since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, Robinson is involved in direct sales of Mary Kay cosmetics. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options, supported by research and model portfolios.

Bryan Graczyk is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 29 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with OSAIC Wealth Inc and has previously worked at The Graczyk-Dijak Financial Group, Harbour Investments, Inc, and NEXT Financial Group, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he is also an independent insurance agent. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients, providing integrated brokerage and investment advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to construct portfolios incorporating various asset classes, and it offers both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Blake Carmichael is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Saginaw, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, N.A., Merrill, and Central Michigan. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Wesley Schropp is a Wealth Management Advisor and managing partner of the Iles Schropp Group within Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill since 2008, initially joining as an intern, and became a partner in the Iles Schropp Group in 2014. The group specializes in institutional investment consulting and focuses on serving foundations, endowments, nonprofits, corporations, and multi-generational families. Wesley holds a Bachelor's Degree in Personal Financial Planning from Central Michigan University. He has earned several professional designations, including the Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA). He also holds FINRA Series 7, 66, and SIE registrations. Wesley's expertise encompasses family wealth management strategies, institutional investment consulting, legacy planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, tax minimization, and personal retirement planning. He is active in professional and community organizations such as the Council of Michigan Foundations and Junior Achievement. Wesley resides in Saginaw, Michigan, with his wife and two children. His personal interests include golfing, reading, skiing, and spending time with his family and their golden retriever.

Matthew Lambertson II is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Midland, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with four years of industry experience. He previously worked at Frankenmuth Credit Union for seven years before joining Edward Jones in 2022. Lambertson serves as Membership Chair for the Home Builders Association of Midland, where he organizes membership meetings and events. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm with over 23,700 advisors serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, operating under a fiduciary standard and supporting approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management.

Michelle Gaiser is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Bay City, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors before joining Raymond James in 2018. Outside of her advisory role, Michelle owns businesses focused on fitness and wellness, including Gaiser Fitness and FASTer Way to Fat Loss, which offers health coaching services. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base including individuals, institutions, and municipalities. The firm provides tailored financial planning and advisory services supported by comprehensive research, portfolio management options, and specialized municipal advisory capabilities.

Dillan Walton is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Midland, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to Ameriprise, he worked at New York Life Insurance Co. and has held roles in education and golf course management. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services focused on individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored income strategies. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional provider.

Jacob Kokaly is a financial advisor with OSAIC based in Saginaw, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing eight years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Royal Alliance Associates, Signator Investors, Warmels & Comstock, and Michigan State University. Outside of his advisory work, he has been involved in a family-owned bread company, working part-time as a merchandiser. OSAIC serves a diverse range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services through a large network of advisers and multiple platforms. The firm employs various portfolio construction tools and provides access to third-party money managers and managed-account solutions.

Steven Kozdron is a CFP® professional with 15 years of experience, currently advising clients at Edward Jones since 2011. He holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Saginaw, MI. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of goFlyMI, an aircraft hangar rental business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory services including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated investment products, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Nathanael Ott is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Saginaw, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2006. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, providing comprehensive written recommendations on a variety of financial topics without including implementation. The firm integrates holistic, goal-based analyses with planning and managed-account services under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan.”

Jody Cliffe is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Freeland, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of advisory services and investment options, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.