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.

Lauren Kosten is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Belmont, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 11 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and scenario modeling to support client financial plans.

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, Michigan, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2011 and previously with Axa Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he participates in life settlements through Afshar Group on a volunteer basis. Equitable Advisors serves individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations by offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs. The firm delivers services through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and utilizes both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

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, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. She has worked within various divisions of Raymond James since 2016. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a wide range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, providing financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Laura Herfy is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Birmingham, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 10 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Empower Financial Services and Thrivent Financial, including Thrivent Investment Management. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as CEO of People of Impact, a nonprofit organization focused on leadership and support for veterans. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory models with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers a centralized approach to custody, brokerage, and investment guidance.

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, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2011, with a two-year period at The Huntington Investment Company from 2014 to 2016. Thompson also maintains a side business entity, Thompson Advisors LLC, for tax and investment purposes. 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 range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to third-party asset management, supported by a network of over 22,800 advisors and more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.

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 at Merrill with 8 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 designations. His prior experience includes roles at JP Morgan Chase, Benzinga, and Lazio Search Group. 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, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jack Kloka is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Securities America, Inc., Flexible Plan Investments, Ltd., General Nutrition Center, and Warren Screw Products. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance using multi-asset model portfolios and centralized custody and supervisory arrangements.

Todd Shimshock is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 23 years of industry experience. He previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and Citizens Securities, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates Back Nine Virtual Golf, a virtual golf simulator business, and Black River Wrestling LLC, where he serves as owner and coach. LPL Financial is a national broker‑dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advisors implementing strategies through discretionary or non-discretionary approaches.

Brayden Steele is an advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America, he worked in various roles including at Pure Hockey and CSI Worldwide, where he is involved in a trade show business assisting companies with exhibit booth construction. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

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.

Edward Pustelak Jr. is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 42 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has been with UBS since 2008. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and discretionary portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans for clients.

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 based in Rochester, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2003. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with TEVCO Financial Services, an entity related to his LPL business, and prepares income tax returns. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides a broad range of advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm supports its advisors with model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and advanced operational tools, serving over 22,800 advisors and managing more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.