Benjamin Balbach is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Grand Rapids, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 37 years of industry experience, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and Citigroup Global Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process uses structured discovery and analytical tools, serving a broad range of retail and institutional investors.

Nathan Houle is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior experience at Equitable Advisors and Jpmorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Outside of finance, he has been involved in several business ventures including restaurant and hospitality operations. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to clients such as 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 brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Michael Behrens is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2013. Behrens also owns and operates Behrens Wealth Management and is active as an insurance agent, selling life, health, disability, annuities, and long-term care insurance. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management strategies and program options, supported by a large nationwide network of independent advisors.

Jim Jarvis is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2013. He has been working in the financial advisory field since 2010, with prior experience as a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley from 2010 to 2012 and at Fifth Third Securities from 2012 to 2013. Jim's approach centers on listening and collaborating with clients to build effective financial plans tailored to their goals. His business beliefs and values focus on supporting clients in working toward their financial objectives.

Lisa Cargill is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Grand Rapids, MI, holding the ChFC® and Series 63 designations. She has 28 years of industry experience, including 20 years at Ameriprise and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. In addition to her advisory role, she has been involved with Pull Barn Enterprises, a business entity for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving 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, including discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research, alongside various institutional and participant advice programs.

Mark Smith is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2017. Prior to that, he worked at Regal Investment Advisors LLC and American Portfolios Financial Services. Smith also serves as a board member of the University Club of Grand Rapids and owns MW Smith & Associates LLC, an independent insurance agency. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent professionals using a variety of portfolio management and model-based solutions.

Tara Farkas is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Grand Rapids, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and previously worked at Citigroup Global Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a broad range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Baron Davis is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Thrivent Financial, Willis and Machnik Financial Services, and Avantax Investment Services. Outside of finance, he has experience with Spring Arbor University and worked at Shipt Inc. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a wide range of clients, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a tailored, non-discretionary approach using risk profiling and analytical tools, and it supports specialized services such as municipal advisory and SIMPLE IRA employer consulting.

Laurie Misiak is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2016. 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, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

George Wit is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 27 years of industry experience, currently practicing at Ameriprise. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in business ownership through LLCs related to office property management. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its extensive institutional platform.

Mark Czarnecki is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 35 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2016. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

David Van Der Klok is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, also working at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a storage rental business in Mecosta, Michigan. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services including asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting primarily to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations to deliver its services.

Justin Leak is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. In this position, he collaborates closely with clients to develop personalized financial plans that align with their individual goals. His approach involves connecting with clients to understand their priorities, enabling him to provide tailored guidance, strategies, and education. Justin's experience in the financial industry includes roles as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments in 2024, as well as positions at Cetera Investment Services from 2018 to 2024, where he worked as an Investment Executive and previously as a Sales Assistant. This progression reflects his growing expertise in investment consulting and financial planning. Outside of his professional work, Justin has interests in cars, cooking and baking, family activities, and music.

Ross Poll is a CFP® professional with 24 years of experience in the financial industry. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a large network of advisors and uses research-driven investment strategies based on diversification and modern portfolio theory.

Brad Collar is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch in the Grand Rapids office, a position he has held since 1990. He specializes in total wealth management, tailoring solutions to clients’ risk tolerance, time horizon, liquidity needs, and overall investment objectives while considering costs. Brad employs a defined process that emphasizes understanding each client's unique circumstances to establish objectives, develop strategies, provide recommendations, and regularly review progress toward financial goals. He works closely with clients to ensure their financial plans remain aligned with their personal situations and draws upon Merrill specialists to implement strategies that address individual financial objectives. Brad’s areas of expertise include college education planning, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, women and wealth, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds several professional designations, including Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Chartered SRI Counselor (CSRIC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA), and Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP). Brad earned a bachelor's degree from Albion College. He is involved in his community through participation with Ada Bible Church, Habitat for Humanity, and youth sports. Outside of work, Brad engages in various personal interests, including boating, fishing, football, golfing, hunting, running, scuba diving, skiing, skydiving, and traveling.

Thomas Cole is a CFP® with six years of industry experience currently affiliated with LPL Financial in Grand Rapids, MI. His prior roles include positions at USA Financial, Infinex Investments, and Cottingham & Butler. He also holds a notary role at Flagstar Bank N.A. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by research, model portfolios, and various specialized investment strategies.

Patrick Borum is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with a focus on delivering comprehensive financial advice and best-in-class service. He joined Merrill in 2021 and works with a diverse clientele, including young couples building their nest eggs and retirees aiming to protect their assets. Patrick emphasizes developing an in-depth understanding of clients' situations, priorities, and values to provide customized advice aligned with their risk tolerance, time horizons, liquidity needs, and investment goals. He graduated early in 2018 from the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University with bachelor's degrees in Finance and Business Management. Patrick holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA) designations. His areas of expertise include stock compensation planning, custom lending and deposit solutions, estate and legacy planning, trust services, education planning, sports and entertainment, as well as personal and business banking. Originally from Holland, Michigan, Patrick is involved in professional organizations such as The Economic Club of Grand Rapids and Young Catholic Professionals - Grand Rapids. He also participates in community initiatives like First Tee - West Michigan. Outside of his professional role, Patrick enjoys football, golfing, and running.

Naomi Stirdivant is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Grand Rapids, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years at Edward Jones. She has four years of industry experience. Naomi is also a brand partner for Young Living, an essential oils company, though she does not solicit business for this activity. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory services including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm reported approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and maintains a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Douglas Hoffman is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Amerus Life for 31 years and has been with Cetera and its related entities since 2013. Outside of financial advising, he owns a seasonal rental property in Harbor Springs, Michigan. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual, employer-sponsored retirement, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers.

Levi Reigler is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Grand Rapids, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fifth Third Bank, Fifth Third Securities, infinex Investments, Inc., and Flagstar Bank. Outside of advising, he has ownership interests in commercial rental and farm-related properties in Freeport, MI. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader range of financial products than typical large institutional advisers, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.