David Brazen is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Troy, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in consulting through his own business and serves as treasurer on the board of directors for a homeowners association. Ameriprise serves individuals approaching or in retirement, offering a retirement-income planning service that combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm delivers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Anne Macintyre is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and over 23 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 2006, following three years at Merrill. Outside of her advisory work, she refers legal cases to local attorneys in accordance with state law. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered through a large network of investment adviser representatives using a variety of investment strategies.

Steven Kallabat is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding the Series 66 designation and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and its affiliates since 2015 and previously operated under his own name from 2012 to 2022. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research with forward-looking capital market assumptions to develop model asset allocations and incorporates ESG criteria in its recommendations.

James Mcgill II is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been serving in this role since 1993, providing guidance and strategies to clients in various areas of financial planning. His expertise includes corporate executive services, education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. He is a Managing Director and holds the professional designations of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). James earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he is involved with the Boy Scouts and enjoys biking, boating, golfing, scuba diving, skiing, and spending time with his family.

Kade Bacon is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with one year of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he worked at several companies including Great Lakes Paint and Stain and Dooley Oil. 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 offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive operational tools and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Celena Howard is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 18 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting within a non-discretionary program.

Michael Matthews is a financial advisor with OSAIC based in Clarkston, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 38 years of industry experience. He has worked at Royal Alliance Associates and Affiliated Advisors, Inc., and serves as president of MJM Associates, Inc., a corporation providing fiduciary consulting, insurance, and employee benefits services. Matthews is also involved in the sale of fixed insurance products under his sole proprietorship. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients, offering both brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting discretionary strategies and third-party manager selection, and is notable for its scale, affiliate network, and private-equity ownership.

Megan Ries is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013 and also works with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2011. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. Their advisory program focuses on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a range of affiliated portfolio services.

David Kennedy is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and eight years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2018 and has been affiliated with JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager selection, and customized performance reporting for plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to develop model asset allocations and may incorporate ESG considerations.

Blake Pollock is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2015. Pollock serves on the board of a nonprofit organization focused on aiding disadvantaged youth. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Denise Markovich is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 40 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved as a vice president and owner at Long John Properties, LLC, a commercial property management business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and a broad range of advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Michael Coffield is a CFP® and ChFC® with 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2005 and currently works at their Troy, MI office. In addition to his role at Ameriprise, he owns Coffield & Associates, Inc., where he sees clients and manages a team. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm offering retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm delivers these services through a centralized consulting team that combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide non-discretionary, written recommendations.

Ethan Hoffman is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 10 years of experience in the financial industry, all of which have been spent at Edward Jones since 2016. He is based in Rochester Hills, MI. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including households of varying net worth, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Bradley Rush serves as Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 1993. In his role, he collaborates with clients to develop financial plans, consolidate assets, and evaluate investment strategies that emphasize diversification and tax efficiency. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his professional services in financial consulting. Details regarding his education and personal interests have not been provided.

Frederick Cross is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and previously worked at Securities America Advisors and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a secondary successor trustee on his parents' trust. OSAIC Wealth serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform, offering brokerage and advisory services including financial planning, managed portfolios, and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization supported by risk assessment and rebalancing tools.

Robert Bittner III is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has prior experience with Huntington Bank and The Huntington Investment Company. He also serves as an adjunct instructor at Davenport University, teaching Behavioral Finance courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive operational and research tools.

Ronald Albers Jr. is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Ameriprise. 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 offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to third-party asset management, and supports its advisors with model portfolios and technology tools.

Robert St Louis is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior experience at Huntington National Bank and The Huntington Investment Co. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies and affiliated investment products, operating under a fiduciary standard and with a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Stuart Higgins is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, working as part of The Higgins Group since October 2016. He specializes in developing long-term financial advisory relationships tailored to clients' specific lifestyles and goals throughout their investment life cycle. His services include wealth and retirement management strategies, estate and college education planning, portfolio management, and commercial and residential lending services through Bank of America. Prior to joining Merrill, Stuart worked in the Greater New York City area for Lord Abbett Investments, focusing on mutual funds, separately managed accounts, and defined contribution business. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from the University of Maine, where he also played Division 1 Ice Hockey and engaged in extracurricular activities such as writing for the student newspaper and volunteering for the Special Olympics. Stuart's community involvement includes volunteering with the MCIR Special Olympics and participating with the University of Maine Students for Liberty. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and is registered with NMLS ID 1565253.

Dennis Schafer is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 22 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Sigma Planning Corporation, Sigma Financial Corporation, and Masen Frantz and Associates. Outside of his advisory work, he is a business owner of Pointe Pizza Inc., a non-investment-related enterprise. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to third-party asset management, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.