Bruce Baja is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has prior experience at RFC Financial Planners and various other roles including work at Bloomfield Hills Country Club and Michigan State University. 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, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions supported by a broad advisory network and a range of portfolio management styles.

Jeffrey Brindley is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and related entities since 2017. Prior to that, he held roles with Waddell & Reed and other firms. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs through a large network of financial professionals and multiple platform options.

Benjamin Cobb is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Northville, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Before joining J.P. Morgan Securities, he worked at Equitable Financial/Equitable Advisors for five years and has held various roles including positions at the University of Michigan Flint and several other companies. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and incorporates derivatives and commodities capabilities within its advisory offerings.

Richard Maas is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2022 and previously spent over two decades with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. Maas is also involved with Berry & Maas Consulting, Inc., a business entity focused on tax and investment purposes, as well as Genesis Financial Partners and Maas & Associates Inc., which serve non-investment related functions. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning and investment management options, including model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced operational tools and a wide network of investment adviser representatives.

Scot Pardo is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 30 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. UBS Financial Services Inc. offers brokerage and investment advisory services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and leverages proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans.

Teddie Eisenberg is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 13 years of industry experience, currently practicing at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Based in Farmington Hills, MI, Eisenberg holds a Series 66 license and has spent a decade with Wells Fargo in advisory roles. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and wrap-fee programs. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets through a network of more than 14,000 financial advisors, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Pamela Leist is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Farmington Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Matheson Heating & Air Conditioning and Master Craft Carpets, Inc. Outside of financial advising, she is involved with Help Me Carry, LLC, providing firearms training in White Lake, MI. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed accounts. The firm uses third-party asset managers for portfolio implementation and operates a tiered wrap-fee structure.

Kazuma Bals is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked in mortgage lending at USA Mortgage and Highlands Residential Mortgage. He also has experience in educational roles at Northwood University and at the high school level. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC division offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm employs a systematic investment process combining fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and it maintains a formal advisory role for multiple registered investment companies.

Timothy Bell is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Farmington Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of advising, he owns an LLC related to office space leasing. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services targeted at high-net-worth individuals nearing or in retirement, combining research-driven modeling and tax-efficient strategies. The firm provides a broad array of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its large institutional platform.

Steven Case is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Farmington, MI. He holds the CFP® designation and has 37 years of industry experience, including prior roles at FSC Securities Corp and National Planning Corporation. Outside of financial advising, he owns ReallyMake, a digital asset app, and a digital marketing company that operates through social media and other online channels. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of advisors and advanced operational tools.

Michael Ralston is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 credentials. His career includes roles at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC since 2008 and Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors from 2018 to 2025. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional investors, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Samantha Suhrcke is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes positions at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Morgan Stanley, and the United States Postal Service. She is also a member of the Country Club of Detroit. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and leverages broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Peter Nielsen is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on working with high net worth families to manage wealth through strategies such as tax minimization, executive compensation, liquidity management, retirement income, and portfolio management services. With over 18 years of experience at Merrill Lynch, Peter provides direct oversight of his clients' portfolios without delegating to associates. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Peter graduated from Bloomfield Hills Andover High School. Outside of his professional work, Peter enjoys dancing, singing, and spending time with his family.

Donald Smeznik is a financial advisor at Ameriprise Financial Services with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Ameriprise since 2016. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved with Furlotte Consulting Group LLC. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Ameriprise Premier Retirement Income service. The firm’s approach combines proprietary investment research and third-party data to provide tailored, tax-aware withdrawal strategies for clients approaching or in retirement.

Gabrielle Mccarthy is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2018. Her prior roles include positions at 105AD LLC and BDM Contractors, LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research and includes capabilities in derivatives and commodities through its broader affiliations.

Scott Jasman is a CFP® professional with 24 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with LPL Financial since 2011. Outside of his advisory work, Jasman is a notary public and the owner of a local pizza business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management services, with a platform that supports both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies and incorporates advanced operational tools.

Donald Nurkala III is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He provides investment planning and advice to corporate executives, entrepreneurs, and affluent families. Donald is a qualified Portfolio Manager who builds and manages personalized investment strategies, which may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. He manages strategies on a discretionary basis through the firm's Investment Advisory Program when applicable. Donald joined Merrill Lynch in 2000. He holds a master's degree from Wayne State University and a bachelor's degree from Michigan Technological University. He is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as a board member for the Huron Valley Chamber of Commerce and is a Graduate of Leadership Oakland.

Jameson Cavanaugh is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Wixom, MI, holding a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at CFV & Associates, Plante Moran Trust Bank, and Friend & Associates. Outside of advisory work, he has involvement in tax preparation and accounting services. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to various model portfolio and institutional platforms.

John Friday is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked with DFCU Financial Credit Union since 2006. He has been with LPL Financial since 2025. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive technology and research tools.

David Scaramucci is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Livonia, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and Mercer. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screening and qualitative research to develop model asset allocations and incorporates a range of specialized regulatory registrations and derivatives capabilities.