Thomas Townsend is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 41 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2019, following a decade at UBS Financial Services. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service for clients typically holding at least $1 million in investable assets, providing written recommendations on income sources, Social Security strategies, and tax-efficient withdrawals. The firm combines research, modeling, and oversight committees to deliver tailored, algorithm-assisted retirement income plans.

William Luke is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Swartz Creek, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2015. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset thresholds, providing detailed Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic automation to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

K. Jones is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 31 years of industry experience. Holding Series 65 and Series 63 credentials, Jones has been with UBS since 2013. Outside of advising, Jones serves as treasurer for the Golf Cottage I Association condominium association in Lewiston, MI. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and offers research-driven, model-based asset allocation tailored to client goals.

Jennifer Griffin is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 22 years of industry experience. She is associated with Cetera and has held roles at Cetera since 2006 as well as ownership of Griffin Wealth Management & Tax, LLC since 2012. Additionally, she serves as a Senior Tax Manager at Marcum LLP, where she performs tax planning and preparation remotely. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates as a multi-manager platform serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, with access to various investment strategies through affiliated and third-party managers.

Robert Gegg is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill for 44 years, providing financial advisory services focused on money management, financial and estate planning strategies. Robert offers customized investment advice and guidance to high net worth individuals as well as institutional clients. His expertise includes working with concentrated equity positions for a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, estates, charitable foundations, and endowments. Robert holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned his Bachelor's Degree from Ferris State University. Widowed, Robert has four children and five grandchildren. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys spending time with his family and participates in activities such as golf, tennis, fishing, and other outdoor pursuits.

Meredith Atrasz is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2017. Her professional background includes roles as a Relationship Manager and Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments, as well as Client Service Specialist at TD Ameritrade. Her approach focuses on helping clients improve their financial situation by aligning their plans with their goals and personal preferences. Meredith emphasizes collaboration that involves candor, openness to new ideas, accountability, and action. She aims to build life-long relationships with clients and their families to educate and empower them to make informed financial decisions. Outside of her professional work, Meredith has interests in cooking and baking, music, parenthood, puzzles, traveling, and yoga.

Steven Andriola is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services in Troy, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2009 in various capacities. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of the Tuesday Jr. House League, a sanctioned bowling league, where he reviews and audits league financials. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Ameriprise Premier Retirement Income service. The firm employs a non-discretionary, research-driven approach focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Sohan Sarkar is a Financial Solutions Advisor (FSA) with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his current role, he works with clients to develop personalized financial strategies that align with their unique priorities and goals. His approach involves understanding individual circumstances to provide tailored advice on investing, retirement planning, and saving for unforeseen events. Sarkar holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a High School Diploma from Troy High School and attended the University of Illinois System without conferring a degree. He emphasizes building relationships with clients to uncover what matters most to them and help pursue their financial objectives over time.

Robert Stockoski is a CFP® with 22 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2018. His prior roles include positions at The Huntington Investment Company, The Huntington National Bank, and PNC Investments. Outside of advisory work, he is a licensed notary public. 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, utilizing a range of discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches supported by internal and third-party research.

Corey Schepper is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He previously worked at First Allied Advisory Services, Inc. and First Allied Securities, Inc. from 2013 to 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he operates Schepper Financial, Inc., a legal entity established to manage his Ameriprise franchise. Ameriprise serves clients primarily through its retirement-income planning service, targeting individuals with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to provide personalized, non-discretionary recommendations delivered in partnership with its financial advisors.

Max Jackson is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, bringing over a decade of experience in the financial services industry. In his current role since 2026, he partners with individuals, families, and business owners to develop wealth plans tailored to their financial goals. His approach focuses on providing clients with strategies, tools, and education to support informed decision-making. Prior to his current position, Max held various roles at Fidelity Investments, including Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative, spanning from 2021 to 2026. His earlier career includes positions at Bank of America as a Relationship Manager and Relationship Banker, as well as roles in retirement planning and mortgage banking with GLP & Associates and Rocket Mortgage. This diverse experience informs his comprehensive understanding of financial consulting. Outside of his professional work, Max engages in family activities, fitness, playing musical instruments, traveling, and volunteering.

Beth Lappin is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 29 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 1997. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on written retirement planning recommendations and ongoing advice centered on reliable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Alison Truchan is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at Raymond James & Associates and Scottrade. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including advisory roles for registered investment companies. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios.

Brian Probst is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 15 years of industry experience. He is currently with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. and Raymond James & Associates, where he has worked since 2016. Probst is also the CEO and branch owner of Probst Private Wealth Management, a support company based in Auburn Hills, MI. 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, pension plans, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports clients through various advisory programs, with notable involvement in municipal advisory services and employer SIMPLE IRA consulting.

Susanne Kullen is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 11 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at several firms including Wealth Strategies Financial Group and Securian Financial Services. Outside of her advisory work, she is a member of BRSK Management, LLC, a property management business, with no active duties. Ameriprise serves clients primarily through its retirement-income planning service designed for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm employs a centralized consulting team to provide non-discretionary, research-driven recommendations focused on income, tax efficiency, and Social Security strategies.

Eluterio Gonzalez is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Grand Blanc, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 13 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at JP Morgan Chase Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, Chase Investment Services Corp, and JPMORGAN Chase Bank. 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 strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Kevin Cleary Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and eight years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Grove Point Investments LLC, H. Beck, Inc., and Professional Tax Service. He is also involved in tax preparation and accounting through Professional Tax Solutions LLC and West Bay Tax Advisors, and he owns a small business called Kevin's Custom Shop. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by model portfolios and research from internal and third-party sources.

Mark Ducharme is a financial advisor with Cetera in Troy, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and Cetera Wealth Services since 2025 and concurrently works with Innovative Financial Inc, where he serves as a financial professional and tax preparer. Ducharme is also president of Ducharme Financial Services Inc, an entity established for income tax purposes. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, retirement services, and access to third-party money managers through a multi-manager platform with a variety of program structures and custodial relationships.

Jeremy Coppola is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with three years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation and the Series 66 license. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he worked at OSAIC and several other firms. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a case manager and financial paraplanner at Cobblestone Financial Services. 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 and advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside model portfolios and third-party research.

Noreen Mckillop is a financial advisor with Merrill in Clarkston, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 40 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill and Bank of America N.A. since 2012. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC (MAA), provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions (SPS) Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.