Amy Fowler is a financial advisor with Edward Jones and holds a Series 66 designation. She has 2 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2025, following an 18-year prior tenure with the same firm. Outside of her advisory role, she teaches crochet and knit classes and works as a store clerk at Threadbender Yarn Shop in Grandville, MI, and also designs crochet patterns sold on a web-based crafting platform. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Brian Stearns is a CFP® and ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with eight years of industry experience. He is currently with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. and previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc. and Tri-Star Trust Bank. Stearns also serves as an agent for several insurance providers, managing existing policies while transitioning broker-dealer records to Raymond James. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and supports a wide advisor network with specialized offerings such as municipal advisory services and a SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory program.

Stephen Oberlin is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates in Grand Rapids, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Oberlin is involved with Windchill LLC, a rental real estate 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 clientele including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional advisory services.

Scott Embree is a financial advisor with OSAIC based in Grand Rapids, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Royal Alliance and Mass Mutual Investors Services/MassMutual Financial Group. Embree serves as president of the Michigan chapter of NAIFA, a nonprofit organization where he oversees monthly meetings and coordinates with committee chairpersons. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm employs various portfolio construction tools and supports multiple advisory platforms, including access to third-party money managers and managed account solutions.

Lori Saliers is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Grand Rapids, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. Her career includes multiple tenures with Wells Fargo entities dating back to 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a power of attorney and trustee for family members in investment-related matters. 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 options. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates a broad range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Jared Bottger is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2026. Prior to this position, he gained experience at Fidelity Investments in various capacities, including Planning Consultant from 2024 to 2026, Relationship Manager in 2024, Financial Representative from 2023 to 2024, and Financial Customer Associate from 2022 to 2023. His professional approach centers on providing transparent guidance and thoughtful planning through a collaborative process. Jared focuses on developing personalized financial strategies that aim to bring clarity to clients' financial lives, enabling them to concentrate on the people, experiences, and passions most important to them. Outside of his professional life, Jared engages in family activities, fitness, motorcycles, and running.

Spencer Vandevusse is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 credential and five years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at AGIA, VALIC Financial Advisors, Huntington National Bank, and EDP Management. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, using multi-asset model portfolios and a formal alternative-investment onboarding process.

Samuel Lanning is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Stevens Advertising and Diocesan Publications. 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, institutions, and municipal entities, offering tailored financial planning and consulting with a range of portfolio management styles and municipal advisory services.

Erik Laug is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 24 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is the sole proprietor of Kaizen Holdings LLC, a finance-related business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Matthew Spencer is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior experience with Bank of America, Huntington Bank, and various entrepreneurial ventures including automotive detailing and lawn care businesses. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services primarily to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Fredrick Brown is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Fifth Third Securities for 12 years before joining Wells Fargo in 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he manages a rental property business that includes renting out a property through Airbnb. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.

Noah Miller 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, Inc. since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he has assisted as an associate at Al Bruchnak Financial Services. 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 and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique municipal advisor affiliation.

Brice Blossom is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Grand Rapids, MI, holding a Series 66 credential and having 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial and its affiliated investment management firm since 2015. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, providing written recommendations on a wide range of financial topics without engaging in portfolio management or institutional advisory services. The firm combines goal-based financial analyses with options to integrate planning and managed accounts through a consolidated billing program called “WealthPlan.”

Matthew Lehman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 18 years of experience in the industry. He has been with LPL Financial since 2012. In addition to his advisory work, he is a co-member of Bridgepoint Tax Consultants, a tax preparation and accounting business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and specialized investment strategies.

Matthew Ten Haaf is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Grand Rapids, MI, holding a Series 66 license and offering three years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and has experience in sports memorabilia retail through Johnny Ford Sports Cards and Memorabilia. He is also the sole proprietor of Icy Ice Cards LLC, a retail and online store in Caledonia, Michigan. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning that utilizes firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through various financial planning and investment platforms.

Amy Hartman is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Grand Rapids, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of experience at the firm. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2006. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning processes supported by proprietary tools and research from its Global Investment Committee.

Sarah Valencourt is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Ada, Michigan. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 17 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2008. Outside of her advisory role, she owns a rental property in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services.

Rachel Dick is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with five years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Her prior work includes roles at The QTI Group and the University of Wisconsin Foundation. Outside of her advisory duties, she is involved with Engle Asset Strategies LLC, a business entity for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research from internal and third-party sources.

Thomas Patton is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at firms including New York Life and Eagle Strategies. Outside of his advisory role, Patton provides musical entertainment as a vocalist for restaurants and events. OSAIC serves a diverse client base of retail and institutional investors through a large network of affiliated advisers and offers a range of integrated brokerage and advisory services, including financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs various portfolio construction tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Albert Engle is a CFP® with 32 years of industry experience, currently serving at LPL Financial since 2006. Based in Ada, MI, he has been involved in business ventures outside of financial advising, including ownership of an ice cream and food retail business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing a variety of model portfolios and research to support both discretionary and non-discretionary management.