Kurt Ebel is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliate firms since 2019 and previously spent 12 years with Foresters Financial Services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services and operates a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party investment managers.

Charles Pass is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and nine years of industry experience. Before joining LPL Financial in 2018, he worked at NYLIFE Securities LLC and New York Life Insurance Company from 2016 to 2018, and had a brief tenure in construction with Erie Construction in 2016. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Richard Smith is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he leads a Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Team." He works with individuals, families, and businesses to achieve their financial goals through in-depth financial planning, tax mitigation, strategic portfolio management, and personalized guidance tailored to today's dynamic markets. Richard also serves as a Retirement Benefits Consultant, assisting business owners and companies with the design, implementation, and management of 401(k) plans aligned with organizational objectives and employee financial well-being. Richard began his financial services career in 2008, motivated by his commitment to small business owners and his business acumen, enabling him to guide sophisticated clients through comprehensive wealth management. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Western Michigan University and maintains several professional designations, including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Additionally, Richard retains licenses as a residential and commercial mortgage loan originator and REALTOR®. Beyond his professional endeavors, Richard resides in Grosse Pointe Farms with his wife and daughters. He is actively involved in his community, coaching varsity baseball at Grosse Pointe South High School, serving on the board of the Grosse Pointe Farms Parks & Harbor Committee, and acting as Commodore of the Grosse Pointe Farms Boat Club. His community involvement extends to volunteering and fundraising for organizations such as Motor City Blight Busters and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. In his personal time, he enjoys golfing, playing guitar, fishing, and traveling with his family.

Alfonzo Credit is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Ann Arbor, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 17 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at DFCU Financial, CUSO Financial Services, and The Huntington Investment Company. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Meggison Mitchell is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 credential and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Mitchell held roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and Hantz Financial Services, and has experience in various sectors including hospitality with Luxe Bar & Grill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, focusing on structured financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and models.

Scott Lowery is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Northville, MI, holding the PFS™ designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 26 years of industry experience and has been with Raymond James Financial since 2009. In addition to his advisory role, Lowery serves as Treasurer and board member of the Northville Historical Society. He also owns and operates Scott Lowery, CPA, PC, an accounting firm. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable clients. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning using risk profiling and analytical modeling, and it supports a broad advisor network with specialized municipal and public finance services.

Todd Cousino is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 30 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Ameriprise and National Planning Corporation. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in real estate through property rental and flipping ventures. LPL Financial serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, and institutions, offering financial planning, advisory programs, and brokerage services. The firm provides discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and utilizes research from multiple sources, supporting diversified and alternative investment strategies.

Jonathan Saffiedine is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2007. 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 select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

William Neef is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He previously worked at Berline for nine years. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, advisory, and brokerage services, utilizing research, model portfolios, and third-party strategists to support investment decisions.

Joy Ryan is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and with 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis in its approach and delivers recommendations through a centralized consulting team in partnership with advisors like Ryan.

Pedro Delgado is a CFP® with nine years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Southfield, MI. He has been with Edward Jones since 2015, with a brief period of unemployment in 2017. Outside of his advisory role, Delgado owns and operates Skyle Deals LLC, an e-commerce business focused on purchasing and reselling merchandise from local stores. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, including both high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth households. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and provides 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.

Ellaina Dibenedetto is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She is part of the Carmody-Turner Group, which provides customized wealth management and planning strategies to select clients, families, and organizations across the United States. The team focuses on connecting all aspects of clients' financial lives to help prioritize and pursue the goals that matter most to them, offering personalized service combined with the investment insights of Merrill and banking convenience of Bank of America. Clients typically served include physicians, serial entrepreneurs, college coaches, small business owners, executives, and other high-net-worth individuals and their families. The group works with clients face-to-face or virtually, depending on geographical and time constraints, to develop individualized plans aimed at achieving clients' financial goals with an emphasis on balancing risk and long-term success. Ellaina holds a bachelor's degree and a Master of Business Administration from Western Illinois University. She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and holds the Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ designation. She actively contributes to the community through involvement with the Western Illinois University Foundation Board, Father's and Families Support Center, and the United Way Charmaine Chapman Society, and coaches youth sports within the Parkway West and Parkway-Rockwood school districts.

Dylan Furlong is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Ann Arbor, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he worked at L.M. Kohn & Company and Leads Generate Sales. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Ann Arbor Pioneer High School. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and research support from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Kevin Curry is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Ann Arbor, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and with Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including customized financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools along with a broad offering of retail and institutional investment services.

Cynthia Balkwell is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 40 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Metlife Securities and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company. Outside of her advisory role, she has served as an elections inspector and precinct chairperson in Davisburg, Michigan since 2003. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative, annual financial planning engagements supported by firm-approved analytical tools and a range of investment and planning programs.

William Burmeister is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2021, following seven years at TIAA-CREF. Outside of his advisory role, he is a board member of the York Meadows Homeowner's Association. Raymond James & Associates is a 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, and municipalities, offering financial planning and investment consulting through a range of portfolio management strategies and institutional services.

Donald Nadeau is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 43 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James since 1999 and also maintains a longstanding association with Roney & Co. since 1988. Outside of his advisory roles, he is a partner in Brothers 4 LLC, a limited liability company. 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, and municipalities, offering financial planning and advisory services with a range of portfolio management styles.

Steven Burkhalter is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Ben Griffith Financial Services for five years. Outside of advising, he is an artist and game creator, having developed a card game he plans to publish. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored financial planning and investment consulting using analytical tools and supports advisory programs through a large network of advisors.

Ngufor Hilari is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Farmington Hills, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2020, he worked at Bank of America and Merrill for four years. Outside of his advisory role, he is an officer of Hailey Cameron LLC, a real estate business based in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and emphasizes advisory roles without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone planning.

Eric Eggen is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank in various roles since 2011, with brief prior experience at Citizens Bank and Citizens Securities. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.