Carson Mamo is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management in Detroit, MI, holding Series 65 and Series 63 credentials with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Thrivent, he worked at Financial Architects, Inc. for six years and operated a landscaping business, Mamo's Landscape Solutions, for one year. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors. The firm focuses on holistic, goal-based planning covering various financial topics and offers a combination of planning and managed-account services under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan.”

Jacob Short is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab in Troy, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with less than one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Tiaa, as well as entrepreneurial ventures such as Shade Cloth Store LLC and Modern Media Tech. He also has a background in full-time education spanning a decade. Charles Schwab serves a large client base of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment services supported by a multi-asset model portfolio approach and centralized operational infrastructure.

Lee Schaeffer Jr. is a CFP® and Series 63 credentialed advisor at LPL Financial with 35 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2004. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, participant-level retirement advice, and institutional platforms, utilizing a range of strategies and technology tools to support its network of investment adviser representatives.

Nicole Narkus is a CFP® and ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 12 years of industry experience. She is currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. and leads Nicole Faith Financial Services LLC, focusing on financial planning, investment management, retirement, and insurance planning. Prior to joining Raymond James, she worked at Edward Jones for seven years. 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, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and supports municipal and public finance work through unique affiliations within the industry.

John Nori is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior work includes 13 years at Sagepoint Financial, Inc. and three years at Merrill. Outside of advising, he serves on the board of the McLaren Macomb Healthcare Foundation and owns a card trading business incorporated for his two sons. OSAIC Wealth serves a wide range of clients including retail investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers brokerage and advisory services through various programs and employs a model-based investment process with tools for asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and risk management.

Jordan Ciaramitaro is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Troy, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2009, following a tenure at Axa Advisors, LLC, and also serves in a health insurance advisory role at Cornerstone Benefit Plans, Inc. outside of his primary advisory work. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management services. The firm utilizes a range of advisory programs, often delivered through third-party managers, and offers ERISA fiduciary services to qualified plans.

Dan Mihaescu is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 15 years. Outside of his advisory role, Mihaescu serves on the Board of Directors for Tuesday Musicale of Detroit and performs as an opera singer. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, providing written recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver tailored retirement planning through a centralized consulting team.

Todd Schuster is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2014 and previously held positions at Thrivent Investment Management and Hantz Financial Services. In addition to his advisory work, he is involved in tax preparation and related administrative support through a separate business activity. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by tools such as machine learning to assist advisors in operational and research tasks.

Nathan Skuratovich is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Cintas and Northwood University, and he has a long-term association with Meadowbrook Country Club. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party program sponsors.

Lori Swatsworth is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Ameriprise in Grosse Pointe, MI, possessing 10 years of industry experience. She has worked at Ameriprise since 2019 and previously spent seven years at Hantz Financial Services. Outside of advising, she serves as an office administrator for the Ameriprise Financial Planning Office. 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 retirement-income planning through written recommendations and annual advice, utilizing proprietary research and tools within a framework that includes specific enrollment criteria and affiliations with various fund firms.

Jacob Smolarek is a CFP® professional with seven years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial in Troy, MI. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing Services and Jackson National, alongside service in the US Army National Guard. 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 financial planning and investment management solutions, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Alexander Macgregor is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC for over a decade. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm emphasizes model-driven investment implementation and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and insurance product sales through affiliated entities.

Kevin Ott is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Macomb, MI, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license, with six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2019, he served six years at the US Coast Guard Air Station Detroit. Outside of his advisory role, Ott is involved in coaching amateur swim and water polo teams and owns an RV rental business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of investment advisory programs and affiliated financial products through a large network of advisors and branch offices.

Joshua Rajewski is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 34 years of industry experience. He has held his current position since 2005. Rajewski holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. 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, pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning and consulting services supported by a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Andrew Howard is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2007, including roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and research.

Colleen Schueneman is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Troy, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. She has previously worked at National Life Group, Equity Services, Inc., and MassMutual Life Insurance Company. Schueneman serves as an executive board member of the RAGS Remembered Foundation, participating in board meetings and community events. OSAIC Wealth serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services, including financial planning, advisor-managed portfolios, and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment process relies on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by various tools and discretionary strategies, and is notable for its scale, complex affiliate network, and recent consolidation activity.

Elizabeth Ahl is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Royal Oak, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of experience with the firm. Her prior work includes positions at Edwards Lifesciences, Adient, and Michigan State University. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies supported by a nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Michael See is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Troy, MI, holding CFP®, Series 63, and Series 65 designations and having 24 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Wells Fargo Clearing, PNC Wealth Management, and Natcity Investments. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and resources. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers both direct and employer-sponsored financial planning services.

Robert Park is a CFP® professional with 13 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. His prior roles include positions at Raymond James & Associates, JPMorgan Chase Bank, and J.P. Morgan Securities. He also has involvement with Dfcu Financial Credit Union through LPL Financial. 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 financial planning and investment management services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Joseph Creal is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor AXA Advisors since 1999. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the board of directors for Pine Lake Country Club and is involved in group health and benefit sales as an agent. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management services. The firm delivers advice through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and employs both in-house and third-party asset management programs tailored to client needs.