De Ante Thompkins is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. He has seven years of industry experience, with prior roles at Thrivent Financial and Northwestern Mutual. Thompkins serves on the boards of several nonprofit organizations focused on fire prevention, STEM education, youth development, and leadership. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering ongoing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides collaborative, annual planning engagements utilizing firm-approved analytic tools and offers a range of investment and planning solutions including recently introduced divorce planning services.

Spencer Doty is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Royal Oak, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 24 years of industry experience, all with Edward Jones since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing several commercial real estate and rental property LLCs. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of investment advisory programs and affiliated financial products. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Daniel Dickhudt is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent and its affiliated entity, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as President of DLPROPERTIES LLC, a company involved in managing rental properties. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors. The firm offers comprehensive, goal-based planning across various topics without discretionary trading authority, allowing clients to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan.”

Karen Miller is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Portfolio Manager with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She joined Merrill in 2014 and is part of the Huntsman Ludlow group. In her role, Karen manages personalized or defined investment strategies on a discretionary basis, which may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. She provides services such as portfolio management, retirement planning, education planning, legacy planning, and wealth management strategies. Karen earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Neuroscience and Psychology from Kenyon College, graduating magna cum laude as a member of Phi Beta Kappa. She became a financial advisor in 2015 and obtained her CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification in 2019. Additionally, she holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Karen's personal interests include music, running, and tennis. She resides in Grosse Pointe with her husband, Keith, and their son, Jack.

Wayne Pittel is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 40 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Raymond James since 1999. Prior to that, he worked at Roney & Co. beginning in 1998. 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, institutional and pension plans, and municipal entities, providing financial planning, non-discretionary consulting, and institutional fiduciary services.

John McGowan is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been with MassMutual Life Insurance Company and Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he is also involved as a life insurance sales agent. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning and asset management services through collaborative annual planning engagements using firm-approved analytical tools.

Michael Ceaser Jr. is a CFP® professional with 50 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He has been with Cetera Advisors LLC since 2013 and has also been involved with Ceaser Capital Management since 2013. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options, integrating both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies across multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Shadia Joudi Dedecker is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Grosse Pointe, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 30 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Morgan Stanley and Stifel. Outside of finance, she works as an independent consultant for AVON, selling beauty products. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients with a broad range of financial planning and investment services. The firm uses proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations, offering clients optional implementation through brokerage or advisory programs.

William Ward is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds a Series 66 designation. He has three years of industry experience and previously worked at firms including Cetera Wealth Services and Pinnacle Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he provides investment advice through a separate business, Nast Financial Solutions. 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 broad range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies across various asset classes.

John Kronner is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers financial plans supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools.

Michele Klippstein is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. She has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a broad range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes structured financial planning and offers comprehensive wealth management services supported by advanced modeling tools.

Brian Maxson is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in the financial industry on October 19, 1987, the date of the stock market crash, which influenced his approach to understanding market fundamentals and helping clients avoid emotional decision-making. Brian's expertise includes advising ambitious clients such as automotive, medical, and private equity executives, engineers, business owners, attorneys, and physicians. He focuses on structuring practical, tactical, and timely strategies for areas including retirement planning, portfolio management, legacy planning, and family wealth management strategies. Brian also serves as a Portfolio Manager, managing discretionary Personalized or Defined Strategies that may consist of individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance from Eastern Michigan University and has earned several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Outside of his professional work, Brian supports organizations such as the Junior Diabetes Research Foundation, American Diabetes Foundation, Faustman Labs, Eversight, The Humane Society, and his alma mater. He enjoys antiquing, golfing, music, and spending time with his family.

Melissa Southwell is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Southfield, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Cetera Wealth Services, Avantax Investment Services, and Raymond James Financial Services. She serves on the board of the Livonia Kiwanis Club Early Risers Foundation and is involved in coordinating tax services through the Center for Tax Planning. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of investment solutions, including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms, supported by advisor-facing tools and extensive non-advisory financial services.

Charles Tourangeau is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He worked at Hantz Financial Services, Inc. for 22 years before joining Raymond James in 2023. He serves as a board member and secretary for Grosse Pointe Academy, a private school in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI. 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 financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Craig Lenhard is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and over 36 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 1997. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a variety of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to model portfolios and third-party asset management, supported by advanced operational tools.

John Garry is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise since 2020. His prior experience includes roles at Summit Insurance, LaFontaine and Sons Landscaping, and Central Michigan University. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Ameriprise Premier Retirement Income service, which provides tailored, non-discretionary recommendations focused on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Reid Beyerlein is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Raymond James Financial and its related entities since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates two businesses: Bline Investments and Ties Like Me, a networking organization. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored non-discretionary planning and supports advisory programs with a focus on risk profiling and outcome modeling.

Jeffrey Winkler is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 25 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, UBS Financial Services, and Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of advisory work, he is a partner in Seneca Hawthorne Holdings, a fitness facility in Detroit. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker‑dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions, drawing on diverse portfolio management styles and affiliated research services.

Dean Graham is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He serves individuals, families, and businesses by applying customized financial strategies, including equity option programs, to manage portfolio risk, enhance cash flow, and support client objectives. Dean holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and has over 30 years of experience in financial advisory services. Dean earned a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing with an emphasis in Economics from Michigan State University. He has been actively involved in the Grosse Pointe community, including participation with the Grosse Pointe South Dugout Club. Dean and his family reside in Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan.

David Harris is a financial advisor at Stifel with 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Stifel since 2007 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as President and Executive Officer of the Michigan Youth Soccer League, overseeing travel competition activities. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to support client asset allocation and financial planning.