Mark Ligeski is a financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at various affiliated firms since 2016. Edelman Financial Engines offers technology-driven investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutions. The firm uses a committee-driven modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary advice with an emphasis on diversified model portfolios and long-term strategies.

John Daugherty is a CFP® with 31 years of experience in financial services, currently serving at Morgan Stanley since 2021. His previous roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools supported by the Global Investment Committee’s return estimates and simulations.

Robert Shiner is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 23 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Sagepoint Financial, Inc., Ohio National Financial Services, and Austin Manning Inc. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated financial advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money managers and wrap programs.

James Zann is a Series 65-credentialed financial advisor at Cetera with five years of industry experience. He previously worked for Avantax Advisory Services for five years and has been associated with Polk and Associates PLC since 2012. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual clients, retirement plans, corporations, charities, and institutions through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services, utilizing a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party model portfolios and various program structures.

David Collins is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent and its predecessor, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, since 2002. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of advisors, providing goal-based analyses and written recommendations across various financial topics. The firm separates planning services from managed accounts and emphasizes ongoing plan reviews without discretionary trading authority.

Jennifer Vannatter is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 23 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2013. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools.

Jacob Mcguckin is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Troy, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2011 and previously worked with Axa Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in life settlements through the Afshar Group on a volunteer basis. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors and participants, corporations, and charitable organizations by offering financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model that utilizes external programs and provides both advisory and brokerage/insurance channels to implement client recommendations.

David Mietty is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 26 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 1999. Outside of his advisory role, he is the proprietor and owner of Claymore Clothiers LLC, a retail apparel business. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and access to alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and leverages proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client strategies.

Jordan Klunder is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2020 and previously worked at Zeeland Ace Hardware. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning using firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Stephanie Kerr is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Huntington Woods, MI. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 15 years of industry experience. Her career at Raymond James spans multiple affiliated entities since 2016. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets and serving a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and government entities. The firm offers wealth advisory planning and investment consulting through non-discretionary services, with notable involvement in municipal and public finance and an extensive affiliate network supporting integrated custody and product sourcing.

Erika Fitzhugh is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Grosse Pointe, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2007. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with Fitzhugh Services, LLC, a business unrelated to investment activities. Ameriprise is an institutional firm serving clients primarily through its retirement-income planning service, which targets individuals near or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations, focusing on assets held within Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Ronald Thompson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Macomb, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2016. Thompson is involved with Producers Choice as a wealth planner, focusing on non-variable insurance. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and nonprofits nationwide. The firm offers diverse advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Morgan Stinson is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role held since 2026. In this capacity, Morgan partners with clients and their families to develop personalized financial plans that align with their goals and values. Morgan emphasizes long-term partnership and provides guidance through life's transitions, market uncertainty, and evolving objectives. Morgan's experience at Fidelity Investments includes progressive roles, beginning as a Financial Representative in 2021, followed by positions as Relationship Manager from 2022 to 2023, and Planning Consultant from 2023 to 2025. This progression reflects a broad exposure to client relationship management and financial planning within the firm. Morgan's approach focuses on open communication, thoughtful planning, and simplifying complex decisions to help clients feel confident about their financial future.

Adam Partridge is a financial advisor with Merrill in Royal Oak, MI, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and seven years of industry experience. He previously worked at JP Morgan Chase for 17 years and held positions at Benzinga and Lazio Search Group before joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2025. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Todd Shimshock is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and operates Back Nine Virtual Golf, a virtual golf simulator business, and is involved as an owner and coach with Black River Wrestling LLC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Brayden Steele is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2025, he worked at Pure Hockey and has held various roles including positions at CSI Worldwide and educational institutions. Outside of his advisory role, he is employed with CSI Worldwide, a company that assists businesses in setting up trade show display booths. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Hunter McGuire is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he collaborates with lead advisors to assist clients and their families in creating and implementing personalized financial plans tailored to their individual goals. Hunter has held several positions within Fidelity Investments, including Relationship Manager and Financial Representative, accumulating experience in financial planning and client relationship management. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Sponsor at Cornerstone Capital Planning Group. Outside of his professional duties, Hunter enjoys activities such as board games, family activities, fitness, social events with friends, outdoor adventures, and traveling.

Omar El Gothamy is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2018. Prior to that, he was affiliated with Northwestern Mutual and Sava. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional fiduciaries.

Jerome Kulczycki is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Troy, MI, holding CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations. He has 22 years of industry experience, including 20 years at Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management before joining Ameriprise in 2023. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis with algorithmic automation to deliver tailored retirement-income advice, primarily for clients with Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Thomas Vermeulen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Rochester, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2003. Outside his advisory role, he is involved in tax preparation and the sale of fixed annuities, health, disability, and long-term care insurance through his own entities. LPL Financial serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, advisory programs, and brokerage services. The firm provides both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by LPL Research, third-party subadvisors, and incorporates technologies such as machine learning in its investment processes.