Scott Sumner is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and over 19 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Sigma Planning Corporation for 16 years and has operated Sumner & Associates since 1991. Outside of advising, he is involved in legal services through Sumner & Associates. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Craig Balter is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked with Morgan Stanley entities since 2007, including Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. He is based in Rochester, Michigan. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm provides a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and advanced modeling tools.

Justin Schueneman is a financial advisor at Osaic with a Series 66 designation and experience at multiple firms since 2019. He previously worked at Equity Services, Inc. and Preferred Financial Partners, and also has a background involving the University of Detroit Mercy. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse group of retail and institutional clients, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm’s investment approach focuses on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, providing a range of programs including financial planning, managed portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

David Harden is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2020. In this role, he partners with clients to design goals-based financial strategies that align with their individual financial objectives. He has accumulated experience in the financial industry through various roles, including Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill from 2018 to 2020, Investment Consultant at Scottrade from 2016 to 2018, and Private Client Banker at JPMorgan Chase from 2010 to 2016. Outside of his professional career, David has interests that include bowling, cars, family activities, and golf.

Thomas Mahfet is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Auburn Hills, MI, holding a Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Zhang Financial, Plante Moran, Herbert Financial Group, and Ascent Aerospace. He has also worked at Western Michigan University and Emagine Entertainment outside the financial sector. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, access to third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with a range of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies and operational tools.

Matthew Tribul is Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, where he has held leadership roles since 2014. In his current capacity, he develops, leads, and inspires professionals dedicated to assisting clients with their financial goals. Prior to becoming Branch Leader, he served as Assistant Branch Manager from 2012 to 2014 and as a Financial Consultant from 2003 to 2012. Over his tenure at Fidelity Investments, Matthew has gained extensive experience in financial consulting and branch management.

Rupinder Chawla is a financial advisor at Fidelity with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Bank of America for eight years. 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 employs a combination of fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct model portfolios, utilizing systematic methodologies and oversight controls.

Michael Widmaier is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Clarkston, MI, holding a Series 66 license and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and concurrently at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he also provides product information at archery dealer events through Steve Kaufman & Associates. J.P. Morgan Securities offers 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 combines quantitative and qualitative research in its advisory process and incorporates ESG criteria within its recommendations.

Peter Ciavaglia is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding the CFP® and ChFC® designations and carrying 27 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2002. Outside of his advisory work, he manages VHF Racing, LLC, a harness race horse ownership LLC for which he is the sole member. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Aaron Thierry is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and with 25 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Ohio National Financial Services and American United Life. Thierry is also involved with CORE Financial Group LLC, where he has ownership and agent roles related to fixed insurance. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base of individuals and institutions, including pension and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm offers multiple management platforms, access to third-party advisers, proprietary model strategies, and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

David Smith is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 25 years of industry experience, currently with Stifel since 2010. He holds Series 63 and 65 licenses and is based in Rochester, Michigan. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Elder Board at Rockpointe Community Church, providing spiritual direction and strategic guidance. Stifel serves a broad range of individual and institutional clients, offering brokerage and advisory services supported by a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group. The firm provides fee-based financial planning and asset allocation guidance intended as a basis for client decisions.

Jeremy Wade is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Troy, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a member or owner in several real estate-related business activities. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets through a large nationwide network of advisors and branches, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies under a fiduciary standard.

Phillip West is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, where he has worked since 2006. He has 20 years of industry experience and is based in Clarkston, MI. 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 and pension plans, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and municipal advisory services.

Robert Moore is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Auburn Hills, MI, holding CFP® and ChFC® designations and over 24 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Commonwealth Financial Network, Center For Wealth Management, Mass Mutual, and Metlife Securities. He is involved in tax preparation and accounting services through Center for Wealth Management, LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, utilizing both proprietary research and third-party strategies across various account types.

Michael Genna is a CFA® charterholder based in Auburn Hills, MI, with one year of industry experience. He currently works at LPL Financial and previously held positions at Huntington National Bank and various companies in the hospitality and entertainment sectors. 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 a range of financial planning and investment management services supported by proprietary research and advisor tools.

Mohanad Aabed is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at various positions including roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in e-commerce through an online retail business operating on Amazon and Etsy. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments through a select group of wealth advisors. Their non-discretionary program focuses on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a mix of quantitative and qualitative research.

Steven Bolek is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cetera in 2025, he worked at Avantax Investment Services and Avantax Advisory Services. Outside of finance, he is the owner of Detroit Sports Download LLC, a company focused on creating video content related to Detroit sports teams. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large nationwide network of independent advisors, employing a multi-manager platform that includes model portfolios, third-party managers, and bespoke strategies.

Jason Mlynarek is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 27 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at CUSO Financial Services and Citizens Securities, Inc. He is also an agent with a property and casualty insurance agency affiliated with his practice. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and access to third-party asset managers, supported by extensive operational and research tools.

Zoya Gjonaj is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2024. She is a Certified Financial Planner™ who focuses on building and preserving wealth for clients and their families. Zoya has held several roles in the financial services industry, including Chief Client Officer at Spartan Wealth Management from 2022 to 2024, Investment Consultant at Charles Schwab from 2021 to 2022, and Client Relationship Specialist at Charles Schwab from 2020 to 2021. Throughout her career, Zoya has gained experience in client relationship management and investment consulting. She aims to provide significant value and insight to each client she works with, drawing from her professional background and certification as a financial planner. As a second-generation American, she finds personal meaning in helping families secure their financial futures. Outside of her professional work, Zoya enjoys family activities, gardening, spending time with pets, reading, and writing.

Lawrence Stout is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Clarkston, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, Axa Advisors, since 2000. Equitable Advisors serves individuals across a range of wealth levels, as well as pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through its network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing both proprietary and third-party advisory models.