Eric Van Hevel is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Plymouth, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management since 2014. Outside of his professional role, he serves as an independent contractor officiating high school football and basketball. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering comprehensive goal-based financial planning without discretionary trading authority. The firm’s approach includes holistic analyses and the option to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing system.

John Shmyr Jr. is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 17 years. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, institutional clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and governmental entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services.

Christopher Deruyver is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked previously at Commonwealth Financial Network for 17 years and Affinity Wealth Solutions for over two decades. He is also involved in managing a property leasing business related to his branch office space. 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 broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive resources and technology.

Kevin Mcdevitt is a CFP® professional with 38 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Troy, MI. He has been with UBS since 1987. In addition to his advisory role, he has acted as a trustee for a family trust for several years, overseeing its administration and asset distribution. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client solutions.

Timothy Smith is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been an investment professional since 2003 and utilizes a consultative approach focused on Goals Based Wealth Management. His practice serves business owners, professionals, and private families, offering personalized wealth management strategies as well as consulting on small business retirement plans. Tim began his career with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and joined Merrill after 12 years, appreciating the firm’s rich history. He holds several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Tim is a member of the Financial Planning Association and the Investments and Wealth Institute™. A graduate of Western Michigan University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, majoring in Finance, Tim resides in Northville, Michigan. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and son, traveling, golfing, walking his Labradors, fitness training, and participating in community volunteer activities.

Paul Cohen is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC since 2015 and at JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2016. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process incorporates quantitative and qualitative research and may include ESG criteria in its recommendations.

Mark Diederich is a CFP® with 30 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at OSAIC since 2023. His prior roles include positions at FSC Securities Corporation, Nationwide Securities, LLC, and 1717 Capital Management Company. Outside of his advisory work, he co-owns and operates an insurance agency with his wife and manages property through an LLC formed for their branch office. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients, offering both brokerage and advisory services. The firm uses a model-based investment approach emphasizing asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by a large multi-advisor platform and a complex affiliate network.

Dennis Lavoy is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation and the Series 63 license. His prior firms include Telos Financial, FSC Securities Corporation, and Michigan Financial Advisors. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Community Foundation of Plymouth and is also a board member, secretary, and treasurer for the Community Financial Credit Union. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers brokerage and advisory services with a focus on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting a range of investment programs and strategies.

Gilbert Toth is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 31 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2022, he worked for Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Genesis Financial Partners for over two decades. He is also vice president of Hycki Toth Incorporated, where he develops client financial plans and manages portfolio strategy. Ameriprise is an institutional firm serving clients primarily through retirement-income planning services, using a centralized consulting team to deliver non-discretionary recommendations that incorporate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. The firm offers a wide range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Kirk Pentecost is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Hantz Financial Services for 13 years before joining Ameriprise. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and annual retirement-income planning advice, focusing on income stability and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Eric Hatch is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Ann Arbor, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley since 2016, as well as prior experience at Merrill, Regal Advisory Services, and Ameriprise. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and financial planning services to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured planning process using approved tools and offers a wide range of investment and financial services.

Mircea Corches is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan since 2018, following prior roles at Allstate Financial Advisors and PRUCO Securities. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative and qualitative research to support its recommendations and incorporates broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Larry Wood serves as a Client Experience Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he collaborates with clients to understand their financial situations and presents solutions through Merrill and Bank of America. His approach focuses on uncovering what matters to clients and their families to help develop strategies that pursue their financial goals. With a background as a former collegiate and semi-professional baseball player, Larry brings discipline and a competitive drive to his financial advisory role. He holds a Bachelor's and a Master's degree from Northwood University, including an MBA with a concentration in Finance, and possesses multiple professional designations, such as Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). Larry's expertise covers a range of areas including college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and sports and entertainment financial services. He maintains community involvement with organizations including the Bay Area Family YMCA, Northwood "Go M.A.D.", the Salvation Army, and participates in Walled Lake Western Baseball.

Nicholas Faiola is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Ann Arbor, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He has worked with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2015 and with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2021. 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 searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and incorporates ESG eligibility frameworks.

Nicholas Paparelli is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he worked at The Huntington National Bank and The Huntington Investment Company. Outside of finance, he was involved with Elite Catering for several years. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice, focusing on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Ryan Winkler is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill from 2011 to 2019 before joining Raymond James in 2019. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting through various advisory programs.

Patrick Ingram is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with one year of industry experience. He previously worked at RFC Financial Planners and has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2024. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and specialized municipal advisory services.

Curt Green is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 36 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2021, following nine years at J.P. Morgan Securities. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools to assist clients in financial decision-making.

Carol Miskovich is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 38 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Founders Financial Securities, LLC for 18 years. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with Tallman Financial Services, LLC, focusing on non-variable insurance. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, and institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a variety of advisory solutions including model portfolios and third-party asset management, supported by technology tools and a broad range of non-advisory financial activities.

John Priestap is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 27 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Raymond James since 2009 and operates Priestap Financial LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique municipal advisor affiliation.