Stephen Bernardi is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009 and has also been associated with Bank of America, N.A. since 2007. Merrill, along 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Anil Kapoor Jr. is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill, where he has worked for 13 years. He has a total of 14 years of industry experience and also serves on the National Advisor Board of The Salvation Army. Merrill provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party teams.

Michael Klassa is a CFP® professional with 31 years of industry experience, currently advising at Ameriprise in Novi, MI. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Klassa is also the owner of Life & Legacy Wealth Advisors, LLC, through which he manages his Ameriprise business. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations supported by an institutional platform.

Philip Spoljarick is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with various Raymond James entities since 2013. He also operates Quadrant A Capital Management, a financial planning and investment management firm that works in conjunction with Raymond James 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 investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports specialized programs such as municipal advisory and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory services.

Karin Deline is a CFP® professional with 32 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment options such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Andrew Pusateri is a CFP® and CFA® charterholder with 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2007, based in South Lyon, MI. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

John Perryman III is a financial advisor at Merrill with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Merrill Lynch Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. since 2002 and at Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services 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.

Jodi Whitmore is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 30 years of industry experience. She has held roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and Citigroup Global Markets since 2004. Whitmore holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services that incorporate structured planning tools and scenario modeling.

Keith Kozak is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Farmington Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including comprehensive financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through both direct client relationships and corporate agreements.

Ashley Gerback is a Wealth Management Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, Ashley partners with clients and their Wealth Management Advisors to provide a team-based approach to holistic financial planning. Ashley collaborates with clients to understand their priorities and customize plans that address their evolving needs. Ashley has been with Fidelity Investments since 2016, progressing through several roles including Financial Representative from 2016 to 2018, Relationship Manager from 2018 to 2020, and Planning Consultant from 2020 to 2026 before assuming the current position. This experience has provided Ashley with a comprehensive understanding of wealth management and client relationship development. Outside of work, Ashley enjoys outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, kayaking, and playing soccer, as well as spending time with family and reading.

Samuel Orlando is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Northville, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial and its affiliated entities since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of Orlando Wealth Management and an associate at Center Street Wealth Strategies. 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 investors. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and modeling tools and supports municipal and public-finance advisory work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Racheal Hardy is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with J.P. Morgan in various capacities since 2011. Before joining the financial industry, she worked at Jamberry Nails for one year. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Jon Vander Laan is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2026. He has held various roles within Fidelity Investments including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, and Financial Representative since 2022. Prior to his current role, he worked as a Private Wealth Advisor at Stonebrook Private from 2024 to 2026. Jon focuses on providing a personalized and holistic approach to financial planning. He takes time to understand each client's unique situation, analyzing and stress testing their financial status to identify opportunities and risks. He collaborates with clients to develop strategies aligned with their financial goals, adjusting plans as life circumstances and market conditions change. Outside of his professional career, Jon enjoys family activities, football, golf, outdoor adventures, traveling, and volunteering.

Brian Sites is a CFP® professional with 20 years of experience in the financial advisory industry. He is currently with Edelman Financial Engines and has previously worked at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory services primarily for workplace retirement accounts, IRAs, taxable accounts, and institutional clients. The firm manages model-based and customized portfolios, offers sub-advisory services, and supports a large client base through both advisor-led and online platforms.

Dylan Mc Evilly is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Clearing and Aerotek. He also spent five years at the University of Michigan - Dearborn. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large 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, providing financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and specialized municipal advisory services.

Alexander Potter is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2017 and was previously employed at MML Investors Services and MassMutual. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in retail sales and owns entities including Potter Financial, LLC and Foundation Wealth Management, LLC. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and retirement-plan sponsors. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent Financial Professionals using a variety of portfolio management strategies and platform options.

Shelley Graunke is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Farmington Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a variety of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through structured planning processes supported by firm-approved tools.

Charles Dennis is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 20 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, also working with JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2006. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Michael Reinhard is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Farmington Hills, MI. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has 17 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2013. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Michael Boren is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2019, he worked at Northwestern Mutual in various capacities from 2015 to 2019. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.