Richard Lesley Jr. is a financial advisor at SPC with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Sigma Planning Corporation and Sigma Financial Corporation for 25 years. Outside of his advisory role, he manages a limited power of attorney for his mother. SPC provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services to a diverse client base including individual investors, employer-sponsored retirement plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm delivers tailored, discretionary investment advice through a large network of advisors and offers various account programs with custody and execution services primarily through Fidelity/NFS.

Heather Kilbourne is a financial advisor with Fifth Third Securities, Inc. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 29 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fifth Third Securities and Fifth Third Bank in 2023, she worked at Wedbush Securities Inc. for eight years. Outside of her advisory role, she is a co-owner of Blueprint Investments LLC, a real estate and auto business. Fifth Third Securities, Inc. offers brokerage and investment advisory services through its Passageway Managed Account Program to individuals, charitable organizations, corporate clients, and institutional investors. The firm provides multiple discretionary managed-account options and features such as direct indexing and tax-overlay services, operating as a subsidiary of Fifth Third Bank with integrated supervisory and review processes.

Matthew Desmond is a CFA® charterholder with 13 years of industry experience. He is currently with Farther, where he has worked since 2026. Prior to that, he spent seven years at Dynamic Wealth Advisors dba Desmond Liggett Wealth Advisors and six years at Financial & Investment Management Group Ltd. Farther provides discretionary investment management and advisory services primarily to individual investors, trusts, and estates through a web and mobile platform as well as in-person meetings. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based investment approach using proprietary models and algorithmic rebalancing, with a focus on ETFs, mutual funds, equities, and fixed income.

Donald Stellin is a financial advisor at Hightower Advisors in Traverse City, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Hightower Advisors and its affiliated broker-dealer, Hightower Securities, since 2011. Hightower Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse range of individual and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes manager selection and multi-manager solutions, utilizing both affiliated and third-party managers, and offers a variety of investment options including mutual funds, ETFs, alternative investments, and customized indexing.

Matthew Bohrer is a financial advisor at Mercer Global Advisors Inc. with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at Mercer Global Advisors since 2019, following a 22-year tenure at Financial & Investment Management Group. Mercer Global Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to individuals, high-net-worth families, small business owners, corporate plan sponsors, foundations, and nonprofit organizations. The firm’s investment approach is based on Modern Portfolio Theory, emphasizing globally diversified portfolios with multi-factor tilts and tax management, using a range of investment vehicles and third-party platforms.

Amien Buyssens is a financial advisor at Hantz Financial Services, Inc. with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has held various roles in education and local business prior to joining Hantz Financial Services. Hantz Financial Services serves a diverse client base including individual investors, charitable organizations, corporate clients, and retirement plan sponsors. The firm employs model-driven ETF strategies and offers a range of wealth management, retirement-plan advisory, and fiduciary services, supported by an array of affiliated financial and consulting businesses.

Matthew Doran is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at \u0026Partners since 2023. His prior experience includes roles at Sage Wealth Planning LLC, Sage Consulting of Northern Michigan, and Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. He is also the owner of Sage Wealth Properties, LLC. \u0026Partners serves a broad mix of individual and institutional clients, offering investment management, financial and tax planning, ERISA 3(21) consulting, retirement-plan participant discretionary management, and brokerage services. The firm employs a variety of investment strategies and third-party managers while providing ongoing monitoring and account reviews.

Matthew Conway is a financial advisor with Hightower Advisors in Traverse City, MI. He holds the Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience, including prior roles at LPL Financial and Ally Financial. Outside of his advisory work, he has employment with Uber. Hightower Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse range of individual and institutional clients, utilizing a multi-manager approach that includes affiliated and third-party managers, discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, and access to various investment vehicles.

Theodore Rammelkamp is a financial advisor with Empower Advisory Group in Traverse City, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and five years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bankers Life, Prudential Insurance, and Dr Pepper. He currently receives trailing commissions from previously sold business with no ongoing solicitation or servicing responsibilities. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and participants, as well as Empower Premier IRA and retail brokerage clients. The firm delivers services through an integrated model aligned with Empower’s recordkeeping and administrative platforms, focusing on long-term portfolio returns and clients’ savings rates.

Lisa Stewart is a financial advisor with Fifth Third Securities, Inc. in Cadillac, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and five years of industry experience. She has worked at Fifth Third Securities since 2020 and has been with Fifth Third Bank since 1996. Fifth Third Securities, Inc. offers brokerage and investment advisory services through its Passageway Managed Account Program to a range of clients including individuals, charitable organizations, and institutional investors. The firm combines its municipal-advisor registration with its affiliation to Fifth Third Bank, providing access to multiple managed-account programs and unique features such as direct indexing and a tax-overlay service.

Patrick Blume is a financial advisor with Fifth Third Securities, Inc. in Traverse City, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Fifth Third Securities since 2008. Fifth Third Securities serves individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, corporations, trusts, and retirement accounts, offering investment advisory and brokerage services through multiple program types and third-party portfolio managers on its Passageway Managed Account platform.

Michael Dib is a financial advisor with Bankers Life Advisory Services, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to his advisory role, he spent eight years with Grand Traverse Pathology, LLC. Outside of his financial work, he serves as a junior officer at the Empire Masonic Lodge No. 597 F. & A. M., a fraternal organization involved in local community activities. Bankers Life Advisory Services, Inc. is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving mass-affluent and high-net-worth individuals through discretionary portfolio management, investment consulting, and retirement plan consulting. The firm integrates fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis to create tailored portfolios aligned with clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Natalie Mender is a financial advisor with Private Advisor Group, LLC and holds the Series 66 designation. She has 14 years of industry experience, including roles at LPL Financial and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of her advisory career, she has been involved with Shady Lane Winery for over a decade. Private Advisor Group serves individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, businesses, and retirement plans, offering portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to various managed account solutions. The firm’s fiduciary-based model utilizes both proprietary and third-party strategies supported by technology platforms.

Christopher Radu is a financial advisor with Private Advisor Group, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. His career includes prior roles at Morgan Stanley from 2007 to 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he is a one-quarter owner of a local excavation and concrete business in Traverse City, Michigan. Private Advisor Group serves individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, businesses, and retirement plans with portfolio management and financial planning services. The firm employs a fiduciary-based advisory model, utilizing a range of strategies and technology platforms while offering access to proprietary and third-party managed account solutions.

Kevin Russell is a CFP® professional with 16 years of industry experience. He is currently with Mercer Global Advisors Inc. and has worked at Financial & Investment Management Group Ltd since 2002. Mercer Global Advisors serves individuals, families, small business owners, plan sponsors, foundations, and non-profits, offering investment advisory services alongside financial, tax, retirement, and estate planning. The firm’s investment approach is based on Modern Portfolio Theory, utilizing globally diversified portfolios with multi-factor strategies implemented through a combination of low-cost funds, separate account managers, and specialized programs.

Caitlin Falenski is a CFP® with 14 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Oppenheimer since 2011. She is based in Traverse City, MI. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the finance committee and board of the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy, a nonprofit organization focused on land protection. Oppenheimer is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, corporations, pension plans, charitable organizations, and other clients. The firm offers a wide range of investment and consulting services across equity, balanced, and fixed-income portfolios, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary approaches.

Madelyn Ambrose is a financial advisor at Commonwealth Financial Network with three years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Cetera and West Shore Bank. Prior to her financial advisory career, she spent four years involved with Red Rooster Coffee & Community. Commonwealth Financial Network is a dual-registered broker/dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving approximately 2,900 affiliated advisors and a broad client base. The firm provides comprehensive adviser support, including managed-account programs, access to third-party asset managers, and custody and clearing services.

Dennis Prout is a financial advisor at Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Capital Asset Advisory Services, LLC and through his own firm, Prout Financial Design. Outside of his advisory work, he teaches at Northwestern Michigan College and serves as president of the board for the Grand Traverse Pavilions Foundation. Integrated Wealth Concepts serves individuals, families, trusts, estates, businesses, and retirement plans through a network of independent financial advisors. The firm offers discretionary investment management, financial planning, family office, and retirement plan advisory services, employing a long-term investment approach with customized portfolios comprising mutual funds, ETFs, equities, and fixed income.

Christopher Minkin is a financial advisor with Voya Financial Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 13 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Nationwide Investment Services Corp for 10 years before joining Voya Financial Advisors in 2022. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Traverse City Curling Club, a nonprofit organization that promotes the sport of curling in the local area. Voya Financial Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, retirement plan sponsors, and high-net-worth clients. The firm provides a range of services such as financial planning, portfolio management, wrap programs, and plan-sponsor consulting, primarily operating through non-discretionary advisory arrangements.

Brandon Hale is a financial advisor with The Huntington Investment Company, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at The Huntington Investment Company since 2007 and was affiliated with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC for one year. The Huntington Investment Company serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, and business entities with advisory and brokerage services. The firm offers multiple wrap-fee programs using an open-architecture model that includes third-party sub-managers and proprietary Private Bank models.