Thomas Valade III is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Orchards Architectural Review Committee, a neighborhood committee that reviews exterior modification plans. 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 retirement-income recommendation reports and ongoing planning advice, focusing on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Jessica Ping Hausman is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 11 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and previously worked at Northwestern Mutual in various roles from 2014 to 2020. Outside of her advisory role, she is a partner at Panorama Risk & Insurance Solutions and has served as a county commissioner in Washtenaw County from 2006 to 2010. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party managers. The firm employs a hybrid advisory and brokerage model tailored to clients’ goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

Travis Childs Melton is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and experience spanning roles at Merrill Lynch, Comerica Bank, Banner Bank, and Wells Fargo Bank. He has been with Merrill since 2021. 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.

Paul Schmidt is a CFP® professional with 27 years of experience in the financial services industry, currently affiliated with LPL Financial in Livonia, MI. His prior experience includes roles at Fidelity Investments, Cetera Advisor Networks, and managing his own financial planning firms. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by model portfolios, research, and various technology-driven investment options.

Todd Perttula is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Novi, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at TIAA-CREF and AE Wealth Management. He has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2022. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base of primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management, supported by multi-asset model portfolios, alternative investment due diligence, and a centralized operational structure.

Jeffrey Husak is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has 19 years of industry experience, with prior roles at OSAIC, Fsc Securities Corp, and Next Financial Group, Inc. In addition to his advisory work, he is a partner at The Wealth Advantage Group, where he oversees client accounts and daily operations, and also acts as an insurance agent offering life insurance products. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides a range of financial planning and advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research and various model portfolios.

Thomas Julien is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. and First Financial Strategies. He is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm employs a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and advisory services.

Marygrace Voss is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She has worked at several firms including Michigan Financial Companies and UHY, with prior roles at Walsh College, BKD, and Xavier University. Voss is involved in sales and marketing of securities, investment advisory, and insurance products through affiliations with Michigan Financial Companies-Dunleavy Wealth Management and Fathom Financial Partners. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to various managed account solutions using tools such as asset-allocation models, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing.

Ross Ainley is a ChFC® with 46 years of industry experience. He joined OSAIC in 2025 after 27 years at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation. Ainley is also engaged as an agent offering fixed insurance products and premium financing through Ainley Financial Group. OSAIC serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm delivers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools and third-party money managers to construct diversified portfolios.

Bryon Knuth is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 designations and bringing 38 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Ameriprise Financial Services, Securian Financial Services, and Wealth Strategies Financial Group, where he continues to serve clients. Outside of finance, he is the owner of an apparel website operated by his sons and assists in real estate activities with his wife. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a multi-manager platform serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers through various program structures.

Christina Wright Sutton is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and over 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2019. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, 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 and through corporate agreements.

Steven Lundquist is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities and holds a Series 66 credential. He has one year of industry experience and a background that includes service in the United States Marine Corps and work with the Oakland County Sheriff's Office. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan, he was briefly employed at Fidelity Investments and Macy’s. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to support customized investment solutions.

Patrick Brennan is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has held roles at Newbridge Securities Corporation and several other companies outside the financial sector, including DoorDash and Lyft. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its use of systematic methodologies, delegation to sub-advisers, and involvement in commodity pool operations and fund advisory.

Steven Schrader is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Livonia, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has worked at Linsco/Private Ledger Corp. since 1997. LPL Financial serves individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives, offering financial planning, advisory programs, and brokerage services. The firm provides both discretionary and non-discretionary management, utilizing model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Steven Lone is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Southfield, MI, holding the CFA® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 36 years of industry experience and has been with LPL Financial since 2003. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a non-variable insurance business, placing various non-variable life and fixed annuities for clients. 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 financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options, supporting a range of investment strategies and technologies.

Brian Maraone is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in Novi, MI. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at MarketCast and an extended period with Defunct. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios, and it serves as an advisor to multiple registered funds while employing systematic methodologies and oversight controls.

James Gasparotto is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation for 27 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is active as a teacher and speaker on financial services topics, particularly in the insurance industry. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisors and employs various investment tools and third-party programs to manage portfolios across multiple asset classes.

Joseph Formicola is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 designation and based in Ann Arbor, MI. He began his advisory role in 2025 and has prior work experience including positions with Uber Eats, DoorDash, and several other companies. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, access to model portfolios, third-party asset management, and a range of brokerage and insurance products supported by an integrated platform.

Colin Slater is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Northville, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Sagepoint Financial, Inc. for seven years and has been associated with Bruce Slater and Associates since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as co-treasurer for the First Baptist Church of Farmington, where he assists with financial recordkeeping. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services and employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios consisting of various asset classes on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Brian Werth is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, MGM Grand Detroit, and Faisah Farms LLC. Outside of advisory work, he is a co-owner of a rental property in Belleville, Michigan. 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.