Samantha MacFarland is a Planning Consultant who collaborates with clients to develop and maintain their financial plans. She focuses on educating and empowering clients to understand their financial situations and the resources available at Fidelity. Samantha approaches each client account with a level of care equivalent to how she manages her own finances. Her professional experience includes roles as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2024, a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2022, and a Personal Banker at Comerica Bank from 2020 to 2021. Outside of her professional work, Samantha has interests in cooking and baking, gardening, hiking, kayaking, theater, and traveling.

John Mathey is a financial advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co. with 42 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Robert W. Baird since 2018, following prior roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the finance committee of Food Gatherers, a charitable organization in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He is part of The DDK Group within Robert W. Baird’s Private Wealth Management practice, which advises a diverse range of clients including individuals, families, pensions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The group offers customized financial planning and portfolio management services, employing both traditional and non-traditional investment strategies.

Sherwyn Mistry is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Plymouth, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 38 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is the proprietor of Riverhouse Capital Management LLC, a private vacation home business. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor investment plans.

Brian Maxson is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with a career that began on October 19, 1987, the day of the stock market crash. At that time, he observed the impact of market volatility influenced by fear and greed, which motivated him to study market fundamentals and help clients avoid emotional investment decisions. He serves ambitious clients including automotive, medical and private equity executives, engineers, business owners, attorneys, physicians, and corporate entities, focusing on practical and timely retirement and wealth management strategies. Brian holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance from Eastern Michigan University and has obtained several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He also acts as a Portfolio Manager, providing discretionary management of personalized or defined strategies that may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment options. Outside of his professional work, Brian supports several organizations such as The Junior Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), The American Diabetes Foundation (ADA), Faustman Labs, Eversight, The Humane Society, various church groups, and Eastern Michigan University. He lives in Canton, Michigan with his wife and has three adult children. His personal interests include golfing, antiquing, music, and spending time with family.

Alison Lecloux is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management based in Ann Arbor, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. She has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2003. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based planning and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan,” while keeping planning and portfolio management separate.

Ralph Gallo III 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 been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in agricultural work at Lisa's Produce Market, where he performs duties including stocking produce and harvesting crops. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to clients such as corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a team of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with multiple market-facing registrations, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision-making authority.

Monica William is a Financial Advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Plymouth, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to her current role, she has served in various positions within Thrivent and has held pastoral roles, including Pastor of Congregational Care at Nardin Park United Methodist Church. She is also active as a chaplain for the West Bloomfield Police Department and is an ordained United Methodist Elder in Extension Ministry. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits, focusing on holistic, goal-based financial planning without discretionary trading authority. The firm offers ongoing or one-time planning engagements and integrates these services with managed accounts under its WealthPlan program.

Ashley Kremhelmer is a CFP® professional with 17 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is currently with Edelman Financial Engines and has prior experience at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory services focused on workplace retirement accounts, IRAs, taxable accounts, and institutional clients. The firm manages model-based and customized portfolios, offers sub‑advisory services, and supports a large client base through both advisor-led and online platforms.

Kamleshkumar Shah is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Canton, MI, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been in the financial services industry since 2025 and previously worked for DXC Technology Inc. from 2010 to 2025. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than 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 wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Dan Davis is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. He has progressed through various roles within Fidelity Investments since 2022, including Planning Consultant, Investment Consultant, Investment Solutions Representative II, Investment Solutions Representative I, and Customer Relationship Advocate. Dan focuses on helping clients navigate financial complexity and uncertainty by aligning their finances with their life goals. He aims to make financial planning clear and straightforward, ensuring clients have peace of mind knowing their wealth is structured to support their objectives. Outside of his professional role, Dan has interests in family activities, military service, parenthood, reading, and writing.

Pete Sebastian is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving as a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor. In this role, he collaborates with individuals and families to develop personalized investment strategies aimed at preserving and growing their wealth. He focuses on areas including family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, and personal retirement planning. Sebastian holds a Bachelor's Degree from Purdue University and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He works closely with clients to understand their financial goals and provides guidance on investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unexpected financial needs. He also coordinates with Bank of America specialists to offer comprehensive solutions encompassing banking, credit, home financing, and small business services. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Sebastian is involved with American Corporate Partners. His personal interests include baseball, football, traveling, and watching movies.

Deborah Burkhalter is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. in Ann Arbor, Michigan, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. She has worked at Raymond James since 2004 and previously at Ben Griffith Financial Services. Outside of finance, she is an author and has operated a photography business since 2004. 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, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm utilizes tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and offers specialized programs such as SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Elizabeth Williams is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Outside of her advisory work, she assists with banking and bookkeeping for a plumbing business owned by her fiancé. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Mark Fraker is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over 15 years of experience in the financial industry, working with affluent families and individuals to develop disciplined, goals-based wealth management strategies. Mark holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned his high school diploma from Ann Arbor Pioneer and attended Eastern Michigan University without obtaining a degree. Mark's approach focuses on connecting all aspects of a client's financial life to help prioritize and pursue their most important goals.

Xiaodi Wang is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. Wang holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, HSBC Bank USA, and Wells Fargo Bank. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary advisory program. The firm combines institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering a broad range of investment and market-facing services.

James Downing is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Ameriprise in Ann Arbor, MI, and has 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages Mountain Tulip Inc., an investment-related business. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to produce personalized written recommendations. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of large institutional firms.

Steve Chang is a CFP® with 23 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2002. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he is a member of Chang Company Limited LLC, a commercial rental business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with over $1 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Jason Loiselle is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Plymouth, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 25 years of industry experience. He has prior experience with H. Beck, Inc. and operates Nornarf, Inc. dba Loiselle & AMP Associates, which provides tax preparation and accounting services. He also serves on the board of the Loiselle Foundation and is active as a musician with Saoco. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and nonprofits through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement consulting, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Wendy Taylor is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she has a land contract interest jointly held with her husband. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and investment solutions. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

John Kellmann is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Ypsilanti, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and possessing 14 years of industry experience. He has worked with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Directors for Pink Sisters Inc and is involved as an employee and operations manager for Defined Balance, an LLC franchise. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored Recommendation Reports. As a large institutional firm, Ameriprise offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.