John Cochran is the Vice President and Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he assists clients in determining financially possible strategies and aligning efficient, objective plans to help them work toward their financial goals throughout their lives. Prior to his current role, he served as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2012 to 2022. John's professional experience centers on wealth planning and financial consulting, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of client needs and investment strategies. His approach emphasizes perspective and experience to deliver tailored financial solutions. Outside of his professional responsibilities, John has personal interests that include golf, hiking, military service, outdoor adventures, and skiing.

Richard Hart is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Ann Arbor, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and possessing 24 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company and Metlife Securities Inc. He is also involved in managing A2 Business LLC, a payroll service unrelated to investment activities. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendations and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on reliable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Jonathan Harris is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has worked at firms including Questar Asset Management, Woodbury Financial Services, Clear Strategy Financial, and OSAIC. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing real estate ventures and owns Clear Strategy Retirement Group, which offers fixed annuities and insurance products. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of financial planning and investment management services, including model portfolios and third-party asset management. The firm supports advisors with technology and offers various financial and credit products alongside its advisory services.

Angela Stanley is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2023. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2011, progressing through positions including Financial Consultant and Senior Relationship Manager. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked as a Wealth Management Assistant at Affinity Wealth Solutions from 2010 to 2011. Angela focuses on helping clients improve their relationship with wealth management and Fidelity. She emphasizes the importance of having a financial plan and executing it to help clients maintain control and work towards their goals despite external uncertainties. Outside of her professional work, Angela's personal interests include camping, cooking and baking, fitness, gardening, parenthood, and traveling.

Andrew Kellogg is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. and Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 2013. Outside of his role at Raymond James, Kellogg works as an independent contractor managing client requests for Bison Wealth Planners. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm offers non-discretionary planning tailored to client goals, leveraging analytical tools and risk profiling, and supports various advisory programs and institutional consulting.

Christopher Bergen is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Ann Arbor, MI. He specializes in wealth management strategies tailored to individual client goals, working closely with clients one-on-one to develop personalized financial plans. His areas of expertise include college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management, legacy planning, philanthropic planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Christopher holds a Bachelor's Degree from The College of New Jersey and has earned the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation as well as Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credentials. He operates within the Merrill Lynch tradition of community involvement and actively volunteers with organizations such as the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation, Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County, SOS Community Services, and Unified - HIV Health & Beyond. Outside of his professional activities, Christopher enjoys biking, boating, cooking, dancing, hiking, music, photography, skiing, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

Stephanie Diebold is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Chelsea, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with seven years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at Ameriprise and KeyBank National Association. Edward Jones is a wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and provides discretionary and non-discretionary solutions, tax-efficient services, and affiliated investment options.

Benjamin Griffith is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Ann Arbor, MI, bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Raymond James since 2010 and led Ben Griffith Financial Services from 2017 to 2023. Outside of advisory work, he serves as CEO of Bison Wealth Planners, a support company, and has held various roles involving insurance agency work and private investment activities. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutions. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and advisory services supported by analytical tools, with notable engagement in municipal advisory services and specialized retirement plan consulting.

Jung Hutchins is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously spent time at Beacon Asset Management, LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics.

Frederick Babe is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Michigan State University and Bison Wealth Planners. 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 emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique arrangement with a municipal advisor.

Melinda Armbruster is a financial advisor with Robert Baird & Co. in Ann Arbor, MI. She holds a Series 66 designation and has eight years of experience with Robert Baird, following 13 years at Singleton Family Dentistry. She is part of The DDK Group within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management department, which serves individual, corporate, pension, and charitable clients. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, portfolio management, and brokerage, utilizing a combination of manager-traded and model-traded strategies supported by internal research and technology.

Samantha MacFarland is a Planning Consultant who collaborates with clients to develop and maintain their financial plans. She focuses on educating and empowering clients to understand their financial situations and the resources available at Fidelity. Samantha approaches each client account with a level of care equivalent to how she manages her own finances. Her professional experience includes roles as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2024, a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2022, and a Personal Banker at Comerica Bank from 2020 to 2021. Outside of her professional work, Samantha has interests in cooking and baking, gardening, hiking, kayaking, theater, and traveling.

Nicholas Alexander is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Ann Arbor, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 19 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2023, he spent 11 years at Hartford Funds Distributors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Alexander owns and operates a hop farm in northern Michigan and serves as a board member of the Hop Growers of Michigan. 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 large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

John Mathey is a financial advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co. in Ann Arbor, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 43 years of industry experience. He has worked at Robert W. Baird since 2018 and previously at Wells Fargo Clearing. Mathey serves on the Finance Committee of the charitable organization Food Gatherers. He is part of the DDK Group within Baird’s Private Wealth Management department, which serves individuals, corporate clients, pensions, profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a variety of investment and advisory services including portfolio management, separately managed account programs, and tax-management strategies, supported by internal research and manager oversight.

Alison Lecloux is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management based in Ann Arbor, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. She has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2003. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based planning and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan,” while keeping planning and portfolio management separate.

Christopher Millio is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Saline, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Outside of advising, he manages the expenses of his financial planning practice through CNZ & Associates, Inc. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized retirement income advice.

Dan Davis is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. He has progressed through various roles within Fidelity Investments since 2022, including Planning Consultant, Investment Consultant, Investment Solutions Representative II, Investment Solutions Representative I, and Customer Relationship Advocate. Dan focuses on helping clients navigate financial complexity and uncertainty by aligning their finances with their life goals. He aims to make financial planning clear and straightforward, ensuring clients have peace of mind knowing their wealth is structured to support their objectives. Outside of his professional role, Dan has interests in family activities, military service, parenthood, reading, and writing.

Deborah Burkhalter is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. in Ann Arbor, Michigan, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. She has worked at Raymond James since 2004 and previously at Ben Griffith Financial Services. Outside of finance, she is an author and has operated a photography business since 2004. 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 utilizes tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and offers specialized programs such as SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Mark Fraker is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over 15 years of experience in the financial industry, working with affluent families and individuals to develop disciplined, goals-based wealth management strategies. Mark holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned his high school diploma from Ann Arbor Pioneer and attended Eastern Michigan University without obtaining a degree. Mark's approach focuses on connecting all aspects of a client's financial life to help prioritize and pursue their most important goals.

Xiaodi Wang is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. Wang holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, HSBC Bank USA, and Wells Fargo Bank. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary advisory program. The firm combines institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering a broad range of investment and market-facing services.