Xiaomin Deroo is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Ann Arbor, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2014 and has worked at JPMORGAN Chase Bank, N.A. since 2013. 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 through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with additional market-facing registrations and functions, delivering non-discretionary investment recommendations supported by a centralized due-diligence framework.

Ivan Rose is a Financial Consultant currently serving at Fidelity Investments since 2025. He has previously held financial consulting and advisory roles at Charles Schwab, Edward Jones, and Merrill Lynch, spanning from 2017 to 2025. Ivan emphasizes a team culture in his approach to servicing clients, advocating for collaborative environments to leverage collective knowledge and Fidelity's resources effectively. His professional experience covers a broad range of financial advisory and consulting roles, demonstrating a consistent focus on client service within the financial sector. Outside of his professional life, Ivan engages in family activities and enjoys football, golf, hiking, military service, and running.

David Smith is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Wixom, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked with Primerica Financial Services since 2002 and Primerica Advisors since 2004. From 2018 to 2023, he was involved with Akillez Marketing Corp. Outside of advising, he engages in the sale of home security and automation products through part-time referrals for affiliates of Primerica. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients, using model-delivery strategies developed by third-party asset managers. The firm operates at scale with thousands of advisors and offices, offering portfolio options that include strategic, tactical, tax-managed, and income-distribution models.

Andrew Vane is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation. He has experience working at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., Legacy Financial Inc., and Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Outside of finance, he has engineering experience with YA Engineering Services and Donan Engineering, and previously worked at Eastern Michigan University. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charities. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and utilizes advanced analytical tools, while also supporting municipal and public finance activities and specialized advisory programs.

Timothy Grobosky is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at firms including The Huntington National Bank, Bank of America Corporation, and Merrill. Before entering the financial industry, he held various roles outside finance, including positions at Pancheros Mexican Grill and Old Carolina Barbecue. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, delivering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory capabilities with brokerage, distribution, and investment management functions, offering non-discretionary advisory services supported by an in-house manager solutions team and a centralized due-diligence framework.

Diane Winner is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Ann Arbor, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 20 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial and the Bank of Ann Arbor since 2013. Outside of her advisory role, she competes as a powerlifter in regional and national competitions. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, supported by research and model portfolios, and provides both discretionary and non-discretionary management services.

Juliette Gassner is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, she worked in roles including at Draught Horse Brewery and Powerhouse Gym. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a wide range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Brady Higgins is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with a Series 66 credential. His career includes roles at Ameriprise and Viscogliosi Brothers, LLC prior to joining Thrivent. His background also includes several years in education at multiple high schools and colleges. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering both one-time and ongoing planning relationships. The firm focuses on holistic, goal-based analyses and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan.”

Gyuwon Kim is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Ann Arbor, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2010. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Zachary Pachera is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial in Ann Arbor, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at LPL Financial LLC and Evangelista & Associates. He also worked as an educator at Skyline High School and Forsythe Middle School. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary advisory services using analytical tools and supports its clients through a large network of advisors and specialized programs.

James Steele is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked at Meccom Corporation for twelve years. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to create diversified model portfolios. The firm also serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and employs systematic methodologies including AI and long-term asset allocation benchmarks.

Christopher Pugh is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of the Winans Woods Homeowners Association. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, focusing on holistic, goal-based financial planning without discretionary trading authority.

Amy Dennis is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. She holds a Series 66 designation and has 10 years of industry experience. Amy has been with Raymond James since 2016 and has also worked at Ben Griffith Financial Services. She is currently involved as an associate at Bison Wealth Planners, where she engages in client service and transaction activities. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and nonprofit clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary consulting using risk profiling and modeling tools and supports specialized municipal and public finance work.

Bryan Mcnamara is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 23 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2015. Outside of his work in finance, he is involved with Synod Residential Services, an organization he has been connected to since 2011. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and methodologies to assist clients in developing financial plans.

Brent Martin is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 11 years of industry experience, currently at Raymond James Financial in Ann Arbor, MI. He spent 10 years with Edward Jones before joining Raymond James in 2025. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Legacy Financial, a non-investment-related business in Ann Arbor. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm provides non-discretionary financial planning and investment consulting tailored to client goals, utilizing risk profiling and advanced modeling tools.

Kallapiran Ramanujam is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Kohl's and SIZIGI, as well as time spent pursuing studies at Wayne State University. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios consisting of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Albert Sharp II is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Brighton, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its predecessor firm since 1985. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates a motel and apartment business. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research and modeling with tax-efficient strategies. The firm also offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

Chad Nyitray is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 32 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2020, he worked at Equitable Advisors and AXA Advisors for over two decades. He is also involved in independent insurance brokering, including fixed annuity and life insurance products. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to create personalized recommendation reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

Sean Wallace is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2015, progressing through roles including Financial Consultant, Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative II. Prior to Fidelity, he worked as a Registered Service Associate at Raymond James from 2012 to 2015. In his current role, Sean focuses on empowering clients to pursue their financial goals by providing clear guidance tailored to individual circumstances. He works to help clients navigate industry terminology and develop personalized financial plans designed to address various personal and market events. Outside of his professional work, Sean's personal interests include biking, board games, gardening, movies, parenthood, and traveling.

Scott Davis is a CFP® professional with 32 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with OSAIC. He previously worked at Signator Investors, Inc. for 22 years before joining Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. He also serves as president of the Greenfield Pointe Homeowner's Association, where he manages meeting agendas and assists with financial monitoring. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers and various advisory platforms.