Robert Cline is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 50 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2014. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and annual retirement-income planning advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Evan Wessel is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2022 and previously held positions at Bank of America NA, General RV Center, and Detroit Vapor Shop. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Angela Vohs is Vice President and Branch Leader, leading a team of financial professionals with a commitment to fostering relationships and coaching advisors. She prioritizes client satisfaction and aims to ensure that each client interaction is meaningful and impactful. Angela believes that exceptional customer service and employee care are fundamental to a thriving workplace and strives to create an environment where both clients and team members feel valued and empowered. Before her current role, Angela served as Branch Manager at Etrade from 2018 to 2023. Her experience includes managing branch operations and leading teams to deliver financial services effectively. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Angela enjoys boating, gardening, golf, singing, skiing, and tennis.

Joi Rushing is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at JPMorgan Securities LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank, Morgan Stanley, and J.P. Morgan Securities. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as treasurer and chair of the budget committee for Tee Set Golf Club, a social golf organization that hosts tournaments and raises funds for scholarships, and is a board member of Detroit Future City, a nonprofit focused on equitable and sustainable growth in Detroit. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Stephanie Brown is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and previously worked at infinex Investments, Inc. for eight years. Brown has also been employed at Flagstar Bank for 20 years. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Cynthia Bardel Switlik is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She joined Merrill in 2011 and brings expertise in personalized, goals-based wealth planning with a focus on integrated wealth management, portfolio risk management, and tax-efficient strategies. Cynthia works closely with clients on education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, philanthropic planning, retirement income, and tax minimization. She holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certificant, awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. Cynthia earned a Bachelor's degree from Michigan State University and a Master's degree in Accountancy from Walsh College. Her advisory practice emphasizes objective, fiduciary management and utilizes the resources of Bank of America and Merrill to align investment strategies with clients’ individual situations. Outside of her professional role, Cynthia enjoys hiking, practicing yoga, and spending time with her family.

Sidhdharth Sheth is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 37 years of industry experience, currently with UBS Financial Services Inc. since 2008. He serves on the advisory committee of Orchard Lake Country Club, advising on financial operations, and has held board roles with Cranbrook, a private school, and Seen Magazine, a monthly social publication. UBS Financial Services Inc. provides a range of brokerage and investment advisory services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management to deliver customized financial solutions.

Carl Erickson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Waterford, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2023, he worked at Capital Analysts and Lyons Financial Group. Outside of advising, Erickson is a co-owner of Detroit National Brewing Company, LLC, a former beer company that now receives royalty payments from a brand sale, and serves as Treasurer on the board of the Sylvan Shores Improvement Association. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services targeting individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written, non-discretionary recommendation reports that integrate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. The firm combines advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities and employs algorithmic automation overseen by dedicated committees to generate personalized retirement income recommendations.

Karen Balow is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, where she has worked for 20 years. She has 21 years of industry experience and is based in Birmingham, MI. Raymond James & Associates is a large 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, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Kelley Saros is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank NA and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, offering asset-allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm uses quantitative asset-allocation modeling combined with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Charles Anderson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Clarkston, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services both directly to individuals and through Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Michelle Schneider is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been affiliated with Merrill since 1998 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she is developing a travel advisory side business, Calm Currents Travel LLC, and works as a consultant for travel-related services. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Antonio Bugli is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Antonio's work focuses on helping clients effectively manage their financial futures. Outside of his professional role, Antonio has interests in football, golfing, hiking, hunting, and pickleball. He also values spending time with his family and traveling.

Lewis Duncan is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities for 10 years before joining Ameriprise. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Directors for the Safari Club International Flint Regional Chapter, where he is also Vice President and Fundraiser Chairman. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Colleen Schon is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Clarkston, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2005. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member and fundraiser for the nonprofit Funding the Future and is treasurer of The Alexander Foundation. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional services, employing a range of portfolio management styles supported by firm research and affiliated sub-advisers.

Kent Ballard is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 1998 and with Raymond James Financial since 2011. Ballard also owns Ballard Wealth Group, a marketing name used for his branch. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a wide range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutions. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools and supports advisory programs across a large network of advisors.

Craig Pasini is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Frisco, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2019 and previously spent seven years with Southwest Securities Inc. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Andrew Shaffer is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Birmingham, MI, holding a Series 66 designation. He began his career at Morgan Stanley in 2023 and has prior work experience in various roles, including at iMBranded and in education. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning approach uses structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools to develop tailored financial plans.

Matthew Mazurek is a financial advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co. Inc. in Birmingham, MI, with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Robert W. Baird & Co. since 2010. He is part of The DDK Group, a team within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management practice that serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The group provides tailored consulting and portfolio services, including financial planning, discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, and offers a range of investment strategies from traditional to complex allocations.

Melissa Parkins is a CFP® professional with 13 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial. She has held roles at Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 2012 and has been involved with Southworth & Wilson, Inc. since 2018 in a non-investment support capacity. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning supported by advanced analytical tools and offers specialized programs including municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.