Edward Bujdos is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been serving clients since 2008. He co-leads the Eccker Bujdos Group, focusing on integrating all aspects of clients' financial lives to implement seamless, disciplined wealth management strategies. Ed's approach is centered on long-term, disciplined investment principles including asset allocation and diversification, aiming to reduce volatility and preserve wealth while generating income. Ed began his career in financial services in 1995 and has experience working with a diverse clientele, including business executives, entrepreneurs, and women managing their finances through various life transitions. He offers guidance on a range of financial topics such as retirement planning, wealth transfer, education planning, and portfolio management. Ed holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Central Michigan University and has served as a Trustee for the Grand Rapids Rotary Charities Foundation. Ed is also an active member of the Rotary Club of Grand Rapids. Outside of work, he enjoys baseball, biking, cooking, gardening, golfing, hiking, soccer, traveling, watching movies, and spending time with his family.

Eric Deuker is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Byron Center, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 1999 and served in the U.S. Army Reserve from 2009 to 2021. Outside of his advisory work, he manages a travel agency business. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Ian Elgersma is a financial advisor at Cetera with 10 years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. He has been associated with Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages business entities related to real estate development and business expenses. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a wide range of clients including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers diverse portfolio management and consulting services through a multi-manager platform that enables advisors to implement various investment strategies under discretionary and non-discretionary authorities.

Eric Van Duyn is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Hudsonville, MI. He holds a Series 66 designation and has recently started his advisory career in 2025. Prior to joining Edward Jones, Van Duyn owned and operated Evermore Entertainment, LLC, where he provided DJ and event music services. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Andrew Ahrens is a financial advisor at Stifel in Grand Rapids, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with four years of industry experience. His work history includes positions at Stifel since 2021, Northwestern Mutual in 2021, and other roles prior to entering the financial services sector. Stifel serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Levi Bykerk is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Wyoming, MI, holding the Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He has a diverse background including roles in education at multiple Christian schools and involvement with Calvary Christian Reformed Church. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a varied client base that includes individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm uses risk profiling and analytical tools to tailor non-discretionary planning and consulting to client goals, supporting implementation through its advisory programs and partnerships.

Craig Johnson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Grand Rapids, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Sigma Financial Corporation, Spc, Royal Alliance Associates, and Sii. Outside of his advisory work, he teaches monthly for Perspectives on the World Christian Movement and is involved with the Two Fish Foundation. 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 offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and various technologies to support diversified investment strategies.

Brian Revis is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. He works closely with high-net-worth individuals and families to help navigate the complexities associated with significant wealth. Using Fidelity's resources and capabilities, he develops tailored investment and wealth planning strategies that address income needs, tax-efficient investing opportunities, and legacy planning considerations. Before joining Fidelity, Revis held several roles at Charles Schwab, including Vice President - Financial Consultant from 2022 to 2023, Investment Consultant from 2021 to 2022, and Broker from 2019 to 2021. He began his career as a Broker Management Associate at Jackson National from 2016 to 2019. Revis is committed to building lasting relationships based on trust, collaboration, and personalized guidance.

Paul Storm is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Sparta, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with 10 years of industry experience, all with Edward Jones since 2016. He is the owner and CEO of Luap Ink LLC, a creative and inspirational writing business that has been dormant since 2014 but is planned for relaunch. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including a broad range of household types and corporate entities. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a variety of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies under a fiduciary standard.

Larry Johnson is a financial advisor with Merrill in Grand Rapids, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and over 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2000 and has also worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2025. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a deacon at First Byron Christian Reformed Church, assisting with collection duties. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Benton Miller is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His prior experience includes roles at DFCU Financial and Cuso Financial Services, LP. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, utilizing model portfolios and research from various sources.

Alex George is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with nine years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations and has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in an apartment rental business in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Melissa Hutchinson is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she co-owns an office furniture company with her spouse. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary options. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, serving as an ERISA fiduciary when providing investment advice.

Claude Mc Manus is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, Mc Manus serves on the Board of Directors for the West Michigan Recruiting District Advisory Council and the Family Center/US Army Reserves, and is involved in charitable work with the Knights of Columbus and Holy Trinity Church. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with at least $1 million in investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm also offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

Brandon Conaty is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in Grand Rapids, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he worked in the freight and trucking industry at firms including UPS Freight, Roth Trucking, and TForce Freight. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services, leveraging research and model portfolios to support diversified investment strategies.

Trevor Miedema is a financial professional with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and affiliated entities since 2020 and has prior experience in diverse sectors including automotive services and construction. Trevor is also active as an insurance agent, selling life, annuities, and long-term care insurance. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager investment platform with various portfolio management options, combining discretionary and non-discretionary services across multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Courtney Maloof is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she held various roles including positions at Eastern University and Cole-Faso Consulting. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Jennifer May is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. She has held roles at Raymond James since 2026 and previously worked for IB Wealth Management, Independent Bank, and Cetera. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using advanced analytical tools and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Miaya Huizinga is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Hudsonville, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Huntington Bank, Lowe’s, and Edward Jones. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Lindsay Raap is a financial professional with 14 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Enterprise. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at LPL Financial and The Prudential Insurance Company of America. Raap is also involved in non-variable insurance activities through her role at a licensed insurance agency. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and institutional clients, offering advisory and brokerage services supported by LPL’s research, model portfolios, and third-party management resources. The firm’s integrated platform combines adviser programs with active financial product sales, including insurance, and participates in collateralized lending programs.