Bruce Pienton is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 43 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2023, he worked with Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC for a total of 14 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with several business entities in Grand Rapids, including real estate activities through St Benedict Properties LLC. 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 wide range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies supported by advanced operational tools.

Jacob Jackson is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Ameriprise, Jackson worked at Huntington National Bank and The Huntington Investment Company. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service, providing written Recommendation Reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Mark Darnell is a financial advisor at Stifel with 45 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Stifel Nicolaus & Co. Inc. since 2009. The firm serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional investors, and municipal entities, providing brokerage and advisory services supported by proprietary investment analysis and asset allocation methodologies developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Jason Lundgren is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2015 and joined Bank of America, N.A. in 2025. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Thomas Harkins is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. He has previously worked at Thrivent Financial and Premier Retirement Plan Advisors, and has experience outside finance including running a business called Mr. Squeegee. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering comprehensive written recommendations on topics such as retirement, estate, and tax planning without implementation. The firm uses goal-based analyses and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing arrangement called WealthPlan.

Colton Fair is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 license and two years of industry experience. His work background includes roles at Bank of America, Cornerstone Wealth Partners, and Northwestern Mutual. Outside of finance, he has experience with Michigan Sports Academies and has held positions at educational institutions such as Cornerstone University and Howardsville Christian School. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Peter Almeroth is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Grand Rapids, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 22 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2010 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Kelli Malloy is a financial advisor at Merrill with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Bank of America, PNC Wealth Management, Natcity Investments, and Wells Fargo Clearing. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, providing model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Molly Chelovich is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience, currently with Raymond James & Associates. She previously worked at Merrill Lynch and Bank of America, NA. Molly serves as co-chair of the Professional Advisory Committee for the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, where she helps develop meeting agendas and provides feedback on financial advisory trends. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse range of clients including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Bryan Ridgeway is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 1999 and also operates Veltman Investment Management as an independent contractor. 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 advisory services supported by analytical tools and has specialized affiliations that enhance its municipal and public finance capabilities.

Travis Wolf is a financial advisor with Fidelity who holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, Kestra Financial, JPMorgan Securities, and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he is a tennis instructor at MVP Athletic Club in Rockford, Michigan. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm applies a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver diversified model portfolios.

Patrick Hudson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Grand Rapids, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015 and has been associated with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, following earlier work at Citigroup Global Markets starting in 2006. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools supported by its Global Investment Committee to model financial outcomes.

Thomas Munroe is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch. Munroe serves on the boards of the White Lake Yacht Club and the Western Michigan Yachting Association, where he assists in planning annual sailing regattas. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations with financial planning and consulting services, offering a range of portfolio management styles supplemented by firm research and model manager options.

Scott Stirdivant is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Grand Rapids, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2020, he worked at General Equipment & Supply and Residential Elevators. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients, including individual and institutional investors. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets, offering various advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products through a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors.

Valerie Kovac is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Grand Rapids, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. She has worked at Ameriprise since 2020 and previously at USA Financial and Macy’s. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as treasurer on the Board of Directors for the Jenison Athletic Boosters. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service, which combines proprietary research and non-discretionary recommendations focused on income stability and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies.

Mark Koppendrayer is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and also has a longstanding association with JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2006. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision-making authority.

Sanath Balaji is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Grand Rapids, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Hantz Financial Services, Crunch, Keller Williams, and Northwestern Mutual. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a broad client base—including individuals, institutional and pension plans, and charitable organizations—offering financial planning and consulting services with a variety of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Regan Wilda is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Grand Rapids, Michigan, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2018, Wilda worked at Merrill from 2009 to 2018 and briefly at Bank of America in 2018. Outside of advising, Wilda officiates middle and high school football games and walks neighborhood dogs. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to provide written recommendations in partnership with advisors like Wilda. The firm also provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Bryce Kelley is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Grand Rapids, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at MaxWealth Management at Lake Michigan Credit Union, Sysco, and Michigan State University. 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, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of advisors and extensive operational resources.

Carla Grimes Ooyevaar is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Grand Rapids, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2005. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with OKL LLC, where she serves as a financial advisor. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm that offers a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions. It provides a specialized retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, utilizing a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to generate tailored recommendations.