James Griffith Jr. is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Novi, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Griffith is co-owner of Griffith & Kilgren, LLC, where he manages his Ameriprise business. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed recommendation reports that incorporate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. The firm combines advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies, serving a broad client base with a centralized consulting approach.

Anthony Bartalino is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2014 and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2005. 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. The firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Julius Readus is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in retirement planning, legacy planning, portfolio management, and financial consulting for clients in diverse fields including automotive, manufacturing, banking executives, business owners, and professionals such as attorneys and physicians. He focuses on helping clients identify and achieve significant life goals, particularly in managing wealth preservation, retirement income, and philanthropy. Julius and his team are attentive to clients' circumstances during challenging times, coordinating with specialists and aligning strategies with clients’ legal and tax advisors to ensure comprehensive financial planning. Since launching his wealth management career in 1997 and joining Merrill in 2000, Julius has earned multiple professional designations, including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance from Davenport University. His approach emphasizes listening to clients, asking questions, and maintaining long-term relationships to serve their evolving financial needs effectively. Raised in Detroit, Julius maintains strong ties to his community through active involvement in various organizations, including Legacy Associates Foundation, 100 Black Men of Greater Detroit, and The New Leaders Council. He has served as Chairman of the Board for the Southfield Public Library and conducts financial literacy workshops. Outside of his professional work, Julius enjoys basketball, biking, reading, softball, and spending time with his family in Lathrup Village.

Paula Swain is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 27 years of industry experience, currently with LPL Financial since 2025. Her prior experience includes roles at Lincoln Financial Advisors, Inc and Linsco/Private Ledger Corp. Outside of her advisory work, she writes and coaches through her book and blog, Soar from Silence, offering one-on-one personal life coaching. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of financial planning, advisory, and brokerage services. The firm provides discretionary and non-discretionary management across varied programs, supported by research, model portfolios, and a suite of technology-enhanced investment solutions.

Jalen Mitchell is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 designations and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he held various roles at Bank of America, Chase Bank, Citizens Bank, and Apple Inc. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mikaila Talentino is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Aeropostale Inc., Sparc Group LLC, and PFMG Management Company Inc., as well as over ten years with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, utilizing a combination of quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence. The firm incorporates an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies and offers services on a non-discretionary basis, with clients retaining final decision-making authority.

Brandon Mohawk is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked for Christian Financial Credit Union for five years. 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 municipal entities, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting through various advisory programs.

Christopher Warner is a financial advisor at Stifel with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at B. Riley Wealth Advisors, B. Riley Wealth Management, and Wunderlich Securities. Stifel serves a broad range of clients including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Chris Arteaga Carloni is a CFP® with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Fidelity. He has worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC since 2014 and joined Fidelity Investments in 2025. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including IRS-qualified charitable gift funds and registered investment companies. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios built from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Cheryl Benway is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 16 years of industry experience. She has worked with Primerica since 2009 and has held positions at several organizations including the County of Genesee and Lorbec Metals USA Ltd. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in the sale of home security and automation product referrals through Primerica Client Services, Inc. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual investors, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm utilizes model-delivery strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and supports execution and custody through BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing.

Eliza Rosenblatt is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, and with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2009. 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 its program on a non-discretionary basis.

Meysha Moutzalias is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She specializes in delivering personalized financial strategies that address education planning, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, women and wealth, and retirement income. Her approach involves connecting clients with tailored plans designed to help achieve their unique long-term financial goals. Prior to her current role, Meysha worked as a Certified Public Accountant with a large multinational accounting firm before transitioning to focus on providing long-term advisory services. She holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP) designation and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Meysha earned two bachelor's degrees from the University of Michigan System and Walsh College. Outside of her professional work, Meysha enjoys cooking, reading, spending time with her family, and watching movies. She emphasizes aligning all aspects of clients’ financial lives to prioritize and pursue the goals that matter most to them.

Robert Steele is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and five years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, Cornerstone Community Financial CU, and The Huntington Investment Company. 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.

John Wagner is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for nine years before joining Raymond James in 2016. Wagner is also an independent contractor financial advisor with Ballard Wealth Group. 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutions. The firm offers non-discretionary planning and investment consulting tailored to client goals using various analytical tools, and supports municipal and public-finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Christopher Mollan is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Farmington Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he has engaged in non-investment activities such as proofreading a book and acting as a travel agent for his personal trips. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management and access to model portfolios and research from various sources.

Damon Garcia is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to develop personalized financial plans tailored to their unique goals and priorities. His approach focuses on addressing individual objectives such as funding education, planning for retirement, managing healthcare costs, and achieving long-term family goals. He emphasizes simplicity and transparency throughout the wealth management process. Garcia holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned a high school diploma from Saint Mary's Preparatory and attended Oakland University.

Dan Thornton is the Vice President and Executive Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2019. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 1998, progressing through various roles including VP, Financial Consultant; VP, Regional Planning Consultant; Work Place Guidance Consultant II; Regional Consultant; Regional Education Consultant; and Financial Consultant. Prior to joining Fidelity, Dan worked as an Investment Executive at UBS and as a Personal Financial Advisor at American Express Financial Advisers (Ameriprise). Dan focuses on co-creating comprehensive wealth plans that help clients utilize employer benefits, accumulate savings, manage spending, protect assets, and transfer wealth. His approach incorporates principles of investing and income diversification tailored to client preferences. Outside of his professional work, Dan enjoys boating, bowling, cooking and baking, fitness, golf, and softball.

Andrew Mcculloch is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 29 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at GWN Securities and has been associated with Maximus Wealth Management for over 18 years. Outside of his advisory role, Mcculloch is also an attorney involved in consulting on estate planning and handling probate estates. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement consulting, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and a range of investment technology solutions.

Kevin Wright is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments. He works directly with clients to develop financial plans that align with their goals, aiming to create strategies that help manage investment risks and provide clients with confidence and peace of mind regarding their financial futures. Kevin has accumulated extensive experience in the financial services industry, holding various roles at Fidelity Investments since 2014, including Financial Consultant, Vice President, and more recently, Financial Consultant. Prior to his tenure at Fidelity, he held positions such as Regional Vice President at Fisher Investments and roles in banking at KeyBank and JP Morgan Chase.

Andrew Augustine is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2024, he worked at infinex Investments, Inc. for eight years and has been associated with Flagstar Bank since 2015. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.