Jacob Brauer is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Warren, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services and has a background that includes roles with Young Entrepreneurs Across America and Michigan State University. Outside of his advisory work, Brauer serves as an on-ice official for youth hockey games with USA Hockey. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Mark Kaiser is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Rochester, Michigan, and has 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise Financial Services since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Kaiser manages Mee Sun Management, LLC, a business focused on general management and employee-related expenses, and holds a consulting position with Reider Holdings, LLC. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and annual retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Christopher Stewart is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Rochester, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting within a non-discretionary program. Their advisory process uses centralized due diligence combining quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations, including ESG considerations.

Edmond Lynch is a CFP® professional with 33 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with Edward Jones since 1996. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the board of Bridge Innovations LLC, a technology app developer. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Vidya Shah is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 43 years of industry experience. She holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations and has worked previously at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Shah also serves as a licensed insurance agent with appointments related to long-term care, disability, and health insurance. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, banks, corporate and charitable entities. The firm primarily uses model-driven investment implementation and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Robert Wilson is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2005, currently serving at their Sterling Heights, MI office. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, written Recommendation Reports. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities, employing algorithmic tools and oversight committees to support its retirement planning services.

Anthony Tuzzolino is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2014, following five years at PNC Wealth Management. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates ESG criteria within its eligible strategies.

Amanda Henderson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 10 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and operates Henderson Homestead, a retail and online store based in Saint Clair, Michigan. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and emphasizes a structured planning process supported by advanced modeling tools.

Christopher Roberts is a financial advisor at Cetera with 34 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license. His prior experience includes roles at VOYA Financial Advisors and Somerset Financial Group. Roberts is a senior partner at Horizon Advisers, where he is involved in financial education through Horizon Adviser University. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers multiple investment and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to various model portfolios and third-party managers.

David Cox is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Southfield, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and with 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 1995. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to generate personalized recommendation reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Kelly Cullen is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Troy, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2022, Cullen worked at MassMutual from 2019 to 2022 and spent four years at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory services to individuals and institutional clients, including customized financial planning supported by proprietary tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and corporate financial planning solutions.

Kyle Lambert is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Troy, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 8 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Financial Services Group of Michigan, Inc., where he also operates as a notary public. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to third-party asset management, with a platform noted for its scale and diverse financial activities.

Clifton Powell Jr. is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 31 years of industry experience, currently serving clients at LPL Financial since 2003. He participates in the Marcum LLP CPA Affiliate Program as of mid-2024. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that supports a diverse client base, including individuals and institutions, with a wide range of advisory and brokerage services.

Matthew Sebastian is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2018. Prior to his financial services career, he was employed at Novo Nordisk for nine years. Outside of finance, he is a partner in Sebastian Tree Farm, an agricultural business in Casco, Michigan. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and scenarios. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services that encompass both standard wealth management and specialized investment strategies.

Lauren Wenzel Okwara is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with four years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked with Morgan Stanley since 2022, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. Outside of finance, she has experience with Shift Digital and has an academic background from the University of Notre Dame. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning using firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Michael Beckner is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Scottrade for 16 years before joining Ameriprise Financial Services in 2018. Outside of his advisory role, Beckner serves as a church treasurer, assisting with financial responsibilities. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement who meet certain asset criteria. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations delivered through a centralized consulting team.

Philip Ruggeri is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at LPL Financial since 2016. Additionally, he has served at First State Bank since 1985, where he is the Chief Financial Officer. Ruggeri also works as a college instructor outside of his investment-related activities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives. The firm serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions, offering a range of investment strategies, financial planning, and institutional platforms.

Sheryl Hale is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Troy, Michigan, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and access to various investment products and strategies.

Victoria Yates is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Troy, MI. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Equitable Advisors since 2026. Prior to joining the firm, she worked at Daniel Snow Tax Company and has been involved with Saylor's Front Street Pizzeria since 2022. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party sponsors.

Anthony Benvenuti serves as a Resident Director with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works with clients managing complex financial portfolios, including those with significant wealth derived from business ownership, executive compensation, and concentrated stock positions. Benvenuti and his team offer comprehensive wealth management services that integrate investment management with banking and lending resources from Merrill and Bank of America. Since 2008, Benvenuti has helped individuals, families, business owners, and executives navigate financial decisions related to retirement planning, business succession, liquidity strategies, and wealth transfer objectives. His areas of focus include affluent individuals and families, corporate executives, business owners, and entrepreneurs. Benvenuti holds a Bachelor's Degree from Central Michigan University and professional designations such as CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Outside of his professional responsibilities, he participates in community activities including volunteering with the Susan G Komen Foundation. He also enjoys cooking, gardening, golfing, ice hockey, racquetball, reading, soccer, traveling, and spending time with his family.