Catherine Gearig is a CFP® with 15 years of industry experience. She is currently with Focus Partners Wealth, LLC and has previously worked at Buckingham Strategic Wealth, LLC and LifePlan Financial Advisory Group, LLC. Focus Partners Wealth, LLC provides wealth advisory and investment management services to individuals, families, institutions, and businesses. The firm employs a long-term, tax- and fee-sensitive investment approach that combines active and passive strategies within an enhanced open architecture framework.

Anthony Geis is a financial advisor with Fifth Third Securities, Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 33 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fifth Third Securities in 2026, he worked at Ameriprise for three years and Comerica Securities for 22 years. He is also a vice president and salaried employee of Comerica Management Company. Fifth Third Securities, Inc. serves a broad mix of individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients through investment advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers multiple program types via the Passageway Managed Account Platform, including mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, tax-overlay services, and direct indexing.

John Hantz is a CFP® professional with 40 years of industry experience, currently serving at Hantz Financial Services, Inc. since 1998 and JRH Financial Services since 2001. He holds leadership roles as president, CEO, and majority shareholder in several non-investment-related entities, including Hantz Group, Inc., and serves on the board of Photon Insights, a start-up analytic company. Hantz Financial Services serves individual investors, charitable organizations, corporate clients, and retirement plan sponsors with financial planning, portfolio and wealth management, and fiduciary retirement-plan services. The firm employs a model-driven ETF investment approach supplemented by separately managed accounts, unified managed account solutions, and access to alternative investments, supported by affiliated entities such as a state-chartered trust bank and in-house consulting services.

John Gerling is a financial advisor at Beacon Pointe Advisors, LLC with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked previously at FSC Securities Corporation and Michigan Financial Advisors Corp. Gerling is based in Bloomfield Hills, MI. Beacon Pointe Advisors provides investment advisory and consulting services to individual and institutional clients, including charitable organizations, corporations, retirement plans, and banking institutions. The firm employs a manager-driven investment approach using both active and passive strategies, supported by a formal due-diligence process and third-party platforms.

Christopher Dziklinski is a financial advisor with Private Advisor Group, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and over 21 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Private Advisor Group in 2020, he worked at CUSO Financial Services, Lp and DFCU Financial from 2016 to 2020. He provides investment advice under the business name Artemis Wealth Advisors. Private Advisor Group serves a diverse range of clients including individuals, business entities, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting. The firm utilizes multiple investment strategies and platforms, supported by a network of advisors and third-party asset managers.

Alexander Mittag is a financial advisor with J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with J. W. Cole Advisors since 2026. His prior work experience includes roles at White Glove and Lenawee Now, as well as involvement with the United Shore Professional Baseball League and educational institutions. J. W. Cole Advisors is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, charities, corporations, retirement plans, and other entities through a national network of over 400 independent investment adviser representatives. The firm offers portfolio management, fee-based financial planning, access to third-party managers, and multiple managed account solutions, implementing investment decisions through various discretionary and non-discretionary methods.

Muriel Harris is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) based in Southfield, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 15 years of industry experience. She has worked at Eagle Strategies since 2024 and previously at JP Morgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Outside of advising, Harris has worked as an Uber driver since 2016. Eagle Strategies serves individual and institutional clients by providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm offers multiple program types tailored to client objectives and manages the vast majority of assets on a non-discretionary basis.

Jennifer Bassett is a financial advisor at Fifth Third Securities, Inc. with 27 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at Ameriprise and Comerica Securities, Inc. Bassett serves on the board of a band at Notre Dame Prep in Pontiac, MI. Fifth Third Securities serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions through investment advisory and brokerage services. The firm offers multiple program types on the Passageway Managed Account platform, combining third-party portfolio managers with advisor-directed strategies.

Timoleon Nicholaou is a financial advisor with Integrity Alliance, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has worked at Brokers International Financial Services LLC since 2012 and has been president of Consolidated Financial Management & Tax Service since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing multiple business operations, including a design engineering firm and an independent insurance agency. Integrity Alliance serves a diverse client base, including individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans, through a network of 164 independent advisers. The firm offers a range of investment management and consulting services, utilizing various portfolio strategies and third-party platforms to support discretionary and model-based engagements.

Mark Thompson is a financial advisor with Private Advisor Group, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 38 years of industry experience. He has worked at Private Advisor Group since 2019 and has prior experience with Independent Financial Partners and LPL Financial. Private Advisor Group is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing over $41 billion across more than 135,000 client relationships. The firm serves individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporate and retirement plan clients, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party asset management programs.

Elida Zeneli is a financial advisor with FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and seven years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at JPMorgan Chase Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, Fidelity Investments, Merrill Lynch/Bank of America, and earlier terms at Fifth Third Bank and Fifth Third Securities. Outside of finance, she has been involved with G&L Cleaning Services since 2007. FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, Inc. offers brokerage and investment advisory services through its Passageway Managed Account Program to individuals, charitable organizations, corporate clients, and institutional investors. The firm combines bank affiliation with municipal-advisor registration, providing a range of managed account options and features such as direct indexing and tax-overlay services.

Loren Del Monico is a financial advisor at Hantz Financial Services, Inc. in Southfield, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Hantz Financial Services in 2020, he worked in construction and manufacturing roles. Hantz Financial Services serves a diverse client base including individual investors, charitable organizations, corporate clients, and retirement plan sponsors. The firm employs model-driven ETF strategies alongside separately managed accounts and offers a broad range of financial planning, wealth management, and fiduciary services.

Jeffrey Rand is a financial advisor at Citizens Securities, Inc. in Rochester, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 34 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors, Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC, Cornerstone Community Financial Credit Union, and CUSO Financial Services, LP. Citizens Securities serves a broad retail client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors and individual retirement plans, offering investment advisory programs alongside brokerage and insurance services. The firm’s advisory offerings include a digital advisory program managed in partnership with SigFig and a Managed Account program, with additional commission-based brokerage and non-discretionary business.

Lala Winningham is a Series 66 licensed advisor with Goldman Sachs Wealth Services in Troy, MI. She joined Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC in 2026 and has prior experience working in the hospitality and retail sectors, including positions at Mt Brighton Ski Resort, Huntmore Golf Club, and Scooters Coffee. Goldman Sachs Wealth Services provides financial planning and portfolio management to a wide range of clients, including individual investors, executives, plan sponsors, and institutional clients. The firm employs tailored investment strategies supported by proprietary analytics and offers access to services such as Private Family Office programs and Alternative Investments.

Robert Stone is a financial advisor at Focus Partners Wealth, LLC with 16 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Telemus Capital LLC and Kovitz Investment Group Partners, LLC. Focus Partners Wealth serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, family offices, corporations, retirement plans, and institutions. The firm employs a long-term, tax- and fee-sensitive investment approach utilizing a combination of fundamental and quantitative analysis, multiple asset classes, and third-party managers within an extensive advisory platform.

Mahbub Jahid is a financial advisor at Goldman Sachs Wealth Services with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at FreightVerify, DTE Energy, J.P. Morgan Chase, Wireless Vision, Target, and Ford Motor Company. Goldman Sachs Wealth Services provides financial planning, investment management, and advisory support to a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth households, corporate and employer-sponsored participants, and institutional clients. The firm utilizes centralized investment resources and model portfolios while offering tailored solutions such as Executive Wealth and Private Family Office support.

Rimoun Estifou is a financial advisor at Hantz Financial Services, Inc. with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Hantz Financial Services since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing Estifou Holdings, LLC, where he purchases, renovates, and sells distressed properties. Hantz Financial Services serves a diverse client base including individual investors, charitable organizations, corporate clients, and retirement plan sponsors. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach focused on ETF strategies and offers a range of services including financial planning, wealth management, and retirement-plan advisory, supported by affiliated entities such as a state-chartered trust bank and in-house tax and business consulting.

Dustin Dagastino is a financial advisor with Citizens Securities, Inc. in St. Clair Shores, MI. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has eight years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Citizens Bank, Huntington National Bank, and entrepreneurial involvement with CreativeWeddingFind. Citizens Securities serves a broad retail client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors and individual retirement plans. The firm offers investment advisory programs alongside brokerage and insurance services, utilizing digital advisory platforms and managed account programs.

George Kontos is a financial advisor with TIAA-CREF in Livonia, MI, holding a Series 66 credential and six years of industry experience. Prior to joining TIAA-CREF in 2023, he worked with several firms including ASSET ALLOCATION STRATEGIES, LLC and GLP Investment Services, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and operates Sonik Entertainment LLC, providing DJ, sound, and lighting services, and volunteers at St. Edith Catholic School assisting with events and school operations. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC offers financial planning and discretionary managed account programs to individuals, trusts, estates, and small retirement plans, often serving clients with existing TIAA employer retirement plan relationships. The firm’s advisory model distinguishes between point-in-time planning and ongoing discretionary management, utilizing both model and customized portfolios.

Matthew Teetor is a financial advisor with Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C. in Troy, MI, holding a Series 65 credential and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at Sequoia Financial Advisors, LLC and Sequoia Financial Group, LLC since 2019, and previously at Ljpr, LLC for 14 years. In addition to his advisory role, Teetor is a part-owner of Petit Farms, a Christmas tree farm in Lupton, MI. Sequoia Financial Advisors, LLC provides wealth planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and related consulting services to a diverse client base including individuals, family offices, corporations, charities, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm employs a combination of model and custom portfolio management strategies, utilizing a range of investment vehicles overseen by an Investment Policy Committee.