Matthew Bucher is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. for nine years prior to joining UBS in 2024. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides proprietary research to tailor client solutions.

Karen Thompson is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 43 years of industry experience. She has held her current position at UBS since 2005 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, employing proprietary capital market assumptions and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, including custody, underwriting, and securities-backed lending programs.

John Moran is a Financial Advisor and Portfolio Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He serves as a resource to business owners, executives, and wealthy families, assisting them in navigating complex financial situations to achieve their financial goals. His expertise includes executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. John's approach involves understanding clients' priorities through thoughtful conversations, followed by designing and implementing personalized financial plans. He and his team provide a comprehensive experience that covers family wealth planning, tailored investment strategies, retirement and cash flow planning, tax-aware investing, legacy planning, banking, lending, and charitable giving strategies. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Michigan State University and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. John is involved with the Brother Rice High School Alumni Association and the Michigan State University Alumni Association. His community involvement includes contributions to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen and the Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan. Outside of work, John enjoys basketball, boating, fishing, football, pickleball, swimming, and spending time with his family.

Robert Brunmeier is a CFP® professional with 17 years of industry experience, currently serving at OSAIC since 2024. He previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. and Questar Asset Management, among other roles. Brunmeier is also involved with The Advisor's Resource Group, Inc., where he holds a sales position. Osaic Wealth serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization and operates a complex affiliate network with diversified product offerings.

Brendan Connelly is a financial advisor at OSAIC with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and one year of industry experience. Before joining OSAIC Wealth Inc, he worked at Platinum Wealth Management Group and has held various roles associated with Central Michigan University and other organizations. He also serves as an insurance resident producer at Platinum Wealth Management Group. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporations, offering both brokerage and advisory services. The firm utilizes a model-based investment approach with a range of portfolio management options and supports strategies through a complex affiliate network and multiple custodial arrangements.

Eric Ratliff is a CFP® professional with 22 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. His prior roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Securities and PNC Wealth Management. 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 advisory services, including financial planning and model portfolio programs, utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies with discretionary and non-discretionary options.

Beena Kinariwala is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Troy, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. She has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999, including its predecessor AXA Advisors, LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she operates BK Financial Services as a sole proprietor, conducting other insurance activities. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Erik Kent is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Troy, MI, with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Morgan Stanley, Citizens Securities, Inc., and Scottrade. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and annual retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Kathryn Halonen is a CFP® professional with 28 years of experience at UBS Financial Services in Birmingham, MI. She has been with UBS since 1998. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Treasurer for the East Hills Middle School PTO, managing budgeting and financial responsibilities. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory offerings, including wealth management and capital markets services. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with comprehensive financial planning and portfolio management tailored to client goals and risk tolerances.

Leila Aleyaseen is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Troy, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services for five years before joining Morgan Stanley in 2021. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools in its financial planning process.

John Bussa is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked for Lincoln Financial Advisors for 24 years. Outside of advisory services, he owns a consulting business operated through BFP Media, LLC. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform, offering brokerage and advisory services including comprehensive financial planning, managed portfolios, and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by various tools and both discretionary and advisor-managed strategies.

Sherrie Ingham is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Troy, MI, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. She has 25 years of industry experience, including roles at Concorde Asset Management and L.M. Kohn & Company. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved in business ownership and serves as COO of TLC Management. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver personalized, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Zackary Ernat is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Troy, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with approximately one year of experience at the firm. His prior experience includes roles at Hantz Group and G&P Financial, as well as teaching positions at Wayne State University and local schools. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service, which provides personalized retirement income planning and ongoing advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Phillip Rosiek is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments. He has been in this role since 2019 and has previously held positions as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2014 to 2019, and as a Financial Consultant II at PNC Bank from 2006 to 2014. With over 15 years of experience, Phillip has served as a trusted advisor to many multi-generational families. He approaches financial planning as a partnership, co-creating wealth plans tailored to provide a roadmap towards financial peace of mind. His commitment to clients includes evolving relationships that adapt as clients and their families experience life changes. Outside of his professional work, Phillip has personal interests in biking, reading, and soccer.

Steven Briggs is a Wealth Management Advisor with over 40 years of experience, all of which have been with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in serving clients including business executives, owners, and professionals, focusing on investment advisory, cash management, and life cycle planning services. Steve leads The Briggs Group alongside financial advisor Jennifer Mains and client service associate Amy Irish, providing a comprehensive approach to clients' financial well-being. Throughout his career, Steve has developed many long-term client relationships that often span generations. He is recognized for his commitment to addressing a wide range of client needs such as estate planning, customized lending, and long-term care expenses. His approach includes ongoing client contact and adapting strategies to meet evolving financial goals. Steve holds multiple professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Vanderbilt University and graduated from Culver Military Academy. He is a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity and is involved with the Furniture Bank of Southeastern Michigan. Steve resides in Orchard Lake, Michigan, with his two grown children.

Stacy Celestini is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. She has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2021 and has been with Merrill since 2001. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Mark Ligeski is a financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at various affiliated firms since 2016. Edelman Financial Engines offers technology-driven investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutions. The firm uses a committee-driven modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary advice with an emphasis on diversified model portfolios and long-term strategies.

John Daugherty is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 32 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation as well as Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and PNC Wealth Management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and broad investment offerings.

Robert Shiner is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Troy, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 23 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Sagepoint Financial, Inc., Ohio National Financial Services, and Austin Manning Inc. since 2009. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients across a multi-advisor platform, offering brokerage and advisory services with an emphasis on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization. The firm supports individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients through various investment and financial planning programs.

James Zann is a Series 65-credentialed financial advisor at Cetera with five years of industry experience. He previously worked for Avantax Advisory Services for five years and has been associated with Polk and Associates PLC since 2012. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual clients, retirement plans, corporations, charities, and institutions through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services, utilizing a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party model portfolios and various program structures.