Mena Ghattas is a financial advisor with Henchmen Partners in Troy, MI, holding a Series 65 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked at Henchmen Partners since 2022 and concurrently serves as a Senior Manager at Niterra, an automotive supplier. Henchmen Partners provides ongoing portfolio management to individual clients, including high-net-worth individuals, tailoring Investment Policy Statements to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm’s investment approach combines fundamental analysis with long-term trading and options strategies across various asset classes, operating primarily with discretionary trading authority.

Roger Steed is the sole advisor at KRS Capital Management, LLC in Bloomfield Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 18 years of industry experience. He has led KRS Capital Management since 2007. KRS Capital Management offers investment management and project-based financial planning to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, trusts, estates, and business or charitable entities. The firm employs a tailored approach using asset allocation and a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, and provides clients with a weekly market commentary and periodic newsletter.

Elisha Krohner is the sole advisor at Efficient Planning Solutions LLC in Oak Park, MI, holding a Series 65 designation with five years of industry experience. Prior to founding the firm in 2021, Krohner spent 11 years at Beth Medrash Govoha. Efficient Planning Solutions LLC provides discretionary asset management and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm employs an evidence-based investment approach focused on strategic asset allocation and global diversification, typically utilizing passively managed mutual funds and ETFs alongside fixed-income securities.

Dan Barish is the sole advisor at DIB Investment Management LLC in Farmington Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 35 years of industry experience. Since 2004, he has worked with Lasalle St. Securities. In addition to his advisory role, he has an interest in fixed insurance. DIB Investment Management LLC provides non-discretionary investment management to individuals, trusts, and investment companies using formula-driven model equity strategies focused on growth or value. The firm builds portfolios primarily from individual equities and offers ongoing client consultation while maintaining client control over trade execution.

David Peters is a financial advisor with Alliance Advisors Wealth Management LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms, including Royal Alliance and Capital Asset Advisory Services, before joining his current firm in 2018. In addition to his advisory role, Mr. Peters is a licensed insurance agent and directs an affiliated insurance business. Alliance Advisors Wealth Management provides discretionary investment management and financial planning services to individual and institutional clients. The firm uses a combination of fundamental and technical analysis and incorporates options strategies for hedging and income, with risk management integrated into portfolio construction and ongoing account reviews.

Terry Maxwell is the sole advisor at Maxwell Investment Advisory Services, an independent firm based in Troy, MI. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 30 years of industry experience, having led his advisory practice since 1985. Maxwell Investment Advisory Services provides ongoing investment advice, trade execution, performance monitoring, and portfolio management for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm emphasizes diversification and low-cost investing using no-load mutual funds and ETFs, tailoring allocations based on risk tolerance and conducting at least annual reviews.

Antonio Stokes is the principal of Antonio Stokes Advisors and holds a Series 66 designation with 14 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Avantax Wealth Management and Goldstar Mortgage Financial. Outside of financial advising, he is the owner of Michigan Golf Tour Inc. and teaches golf at Southfield Christian School. Antonio Stokes Advisors provides asset management, financial planning, and retirement plan advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, charting, and cyclical analysis to tailor investment programs, with a focus on both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management and pension/ERISA plan services.

Brian Middaugh is a financial advisor at Sea Suite Financial LLC with three years of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 and Series 66 designations. Prior to founding Sea Suite Financial in 2025, he worked at Edward Jones and held roles with Wayne County and Wayne County Healthy Communities. Outside of finance, Middaugh owns an art business focused on creating pieces using lasers and wood. Sea Suite Financial provides wealth management and financial planning to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, businesses, and non-profit organizations. The firm uses a short-term focused approach with low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, individual securities, and may incorporate unaffiliated Independent Managers while overseeing due diligence. Its client base uniquely includes institutional clients alongside individual investors.

Michael Prus is the president and founder of Scale Investment Group, an independent advisory firm. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 16 years of industry experience, including roles at Investment Counsel Inc and Freedom One Financial Group. Scale Investment Group serves individuals and institutional clients with a focus on retirement plan management, pension consulting, and sub-advisory services. The firm emphasizes low-cost, diversified portfolios using both quantitative and qualitative fund selection, offering discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside regular fund reviews and consulting projects.

Satish Dharwadkar is a financial advisor at Mangotree Capital, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation with 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Mangotree Capital since 2012. Mangotree Capital provides discretionary portfolio management, ERISA plan advisory, and financial planning services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and other entities. The firm manages approximately $38.9 million on a discretionary basis and uses in-house model portfolios that combine active and passive strategies, including long–short and options trading, tailored to clients’ risk profiles and objectives.

Michael Nummer is a CFP® with 33 years of industry experience. He is the principal of Mcn Investment Management Co. in Troy, MI, where he has worked since 2019. Prior to that, he held positions at Commonwealth Financial Network and Wells Fargo Advisors. Outside of advisory services, he owns SAS Gear Corp., a vehicle parts business, and is involved in cattle ownership and sales. Mcn Investment Management Co. provides discretionary portfolio management and retirement plan consulting to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and pension and profit-sharing plans. The firm employs proprietary model portfolios and offers negotiable qualified-plan consulting, including participant enrollment and education.

Jeffrey Guy is a CFP® with 23 years of experience in financial advising. He is the principal of Verdura Wealth Management, LLC, an independent firm he founded in 2023, and has held roles at Veritas Capital Advisors and Kovack Advisors. He also maintains an insurance practice focused on fixed insurance sales. Verdura Wealth Management serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, and retirement plan sponsors with discretionary asset management, financial planning, and pension consulting. The firm customizes portfolios based on client objectives and employs multiple analysis techniques, offering specialized ERISA plan services as a limited-scope 3(21) fiduciary.

Lance Turner is a financial advisor at Anomaly Advisors with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has operated his own financial services firm since 2015. In addition to his advisory work, he maintains active insurance and real estate licenses used solely for educational and advisory purposes. Anomaly Advisors provides financial planning, investment consultation, and portfolio management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and small businesses, emphasizing a Modern Portfolio Theory-based approach with diversified, tax-efficient, low-cost investments and periodic rebalancing. The firm also offers educational workshops and facilitates implementation through recommended custodians and sub-advisors.

James Fydroski is a CFP® professional with 16 years of experience at Haas Financial Services Inc, where he has worked since 2010. He serves as treasurer for the Rotary Club of Milford, MI, and has been the editor of the Michigan Nut Growers Newsletter since 1991. Haas Financial Services Inc provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, estates, and small businesses. The firm employs an active, trend- and momentum-based investment approach through its proprietary Haas Financial Money Management Program and offers both fee-based portfolio management and commissionable insurance products.

Leyland Lindie Jr. is a financial advisor at Christ Capital Advisors with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Foguth Financial Group and Alight Financial Solutions. Prior to his advisory career, Lindie had roles across financial services and legislative support. Christ Capital Advisors provides discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and qualified retirement-plan advisory services to individuals, corporations, and other businesses. The firm employs a multi-strategy investment approach focused on long-term asymmetric appreciation, uncorrelated returns, and capital preservation, utilizing ETFs, direct indexing, tax-loss harvesting, and outside manager recommendations.

Nagi Reddy Nallavelli is a financial advisor with Birmingham Capital LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and over 22 years of industry experience. He previously worked at J.P. Morgan Private Bank and Securities, Cetera Advisor Networks, and Voya Financial Advisors. Nallavelli serves as Managing Director and Head of the Private Client Group at Birmingham Capital and its DBA, Supreme Alliance LLC. Birmingham Capital provides discretionary investment management, wealth management, and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including pension plans, trusts, municipalities, and individuals. The firm offers ERISA 3(38) fiduciary services and employs a long-term, ETF- and mutual fund-based investment approach, with a focus on selecting and overseeing unaffiliated independent managers.

Dwight Labadie, Jr is a financial advisor at Griffon Investment Advisors Incorporated with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at Griffon Investment Advisors since 2017, following a 19-year tenure at Griffon Capital Management. Outside of his advisory role, he teaches at 160 Driving Academy in Plant City, Florida. Griffon Investment Advisors, Inc. provides discretionary portfolio management to individuals and various institutional clients, including pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm employs a long-term investment horizon, combining quantitative and qualitative equity analysis with socially responsible criteria, and offers a balanced strategy featuring a 60/40 equity-to-bond allocation. Its small, relationship-oriented structure is notable for accepting institutional mandates and coordinating with clients’ other advisors on trust and estate matters.

Shawn Mueller is the principal of Mueller Asset Management in Southfield, MI, holding a Series 66 license with 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at AE Wealth Management, J.W. Cole Advisors, Kelly Capital Partners, J.P. Morgan Securities, Wells Fargo Advisors, PNC Wealth Management, and Merrill. He is also involved in insurance and annuity sales through Mueller Retirement Planning. Mueller Asset Management provides discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management services primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients, managing approximately $45 million in assets. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental, quantitative, technical, and modern portfolio theory analyses to create diversified portfolios, typically working with mutual funds, equities, fixed income, ETFs, and other securities.

Michael Bink is a financial advisor at Equivest Financial Advisors LLC with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and also works as a senior business analyst at Cooper Standard Automotive, a tier 1 automotive supplier, where he evaluates and implements software solutions. Equivest Financial Advisors LLC provides personalized financial planning and discretionary portfolio management for individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and small businesses. The firm uses a goals-based, core-and-satellite investment approach emphasizing globally diversified, low-cost ETFs and selected stocks, managing client accounts on a discretionary basis through a limited set of model portfolios.

Joseph Nelson is a CFP® professional with 33 years of industry experience currently serving as an advisor at Emde Wealth Management LLC. His prior experience includes roles at BlackRock Investment, LLC and Aurora Securities. Outside of finance, he is a songwriter and music publisher and serves as a board member and treasurer for his homeowners association. Emde Wealth Management serves individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as pension and profit-sharing plans and other business entities. The firm provides comprehensive financial planning, discretionary portfolio management, and retirement-plan consulting, managing customized portfolios that include a range of asset classes and alternative investments.