Gary Wood is a financial advisor at Cetera with 20 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Cetera in 2025, he spent over a decade with Avantax firms and has operated Wood and Associates Tax and Wealth Management, LLC since 1990, providing accounting and tax preparation services. He is also a managing member of Rochester Advisory Group, LLC. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered advisor offering a multi-manager platform to a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm provides diverse portfolio management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of independent advisors.

Jessica Powell is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with five years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Cetera Advisor Networks, Stonebridge Financial Partners, and Lifetime Money Management. In addition to her advisory work, Powell is involved with AQuest Tax Solutions, providing 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 range of financial planning and investment management solutions through a large network of advisors, utilizing both proprietary research and third-party strategies.

Katherine Rhodes is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm uses structured discovery processes and proprietary planning tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Brett Robinson is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Birmingham, MI. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo, he worked at Equitable Advisors, LLC and has a diverse background that includes roles in marketing and corporate settings at firms such as Leo Burnett and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics from the Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Karen Beaver Hitz is a CFP® professional with 13 years of experience at Edward Jones, where she has been advising clients since 2013. She holds a Series 66 license and is based in Bruce Township, Michigan. 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, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and proprietary mutual funds, while operating under a fiduciary standard.

Mark Geraghty is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Mark's approach to financial advising centers on working closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at pursuing their long-term goals. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Western Michigan University and has obtained the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Mark has been with Merrill since 2008, bringing extensive experience in wealth planning, advice and guidance, and portfolio construction. Outside of his professional role, Mark is involved with community organizations including St Regis Catholic School, Birmingham Little League Baseball, and USA Hockey. His personal interests include baseball, cooking, golfing, ice hockey, photography, reading, spending time with his family, and practicing yoga.

Joseph Moceri is a financial advisor with Stifel in Rochester, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 44 years of industry experience. He has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2020 and previously spent 11 years at Bank of America. Outside of his advisory role, he has served as Past Commodore and an ex-official member of the Board of Directors of the North Star Sail Club. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment guidance is based on a proprietary methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group, utilizing forward-looking capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling.

Ryan Crue is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Bloomfield Hills, MI, holding a Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2024, he worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research. He is also a presenter for White Glove Workshops, a seminar series based in Bloomfield Hills. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting a broad range of investment strategies implemented by its network of investment adviser representatives.

Ian Mcculloch is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of 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 uses structured planning tools and modeling techniques as part of its financial planning process.

Mitchell Mccann is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 38 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services and Raymond James Financial. Outside of his advisory role, he is an author of a book unrelated to investment. 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, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools and a large network of over 22,800 advisors.

Ricardo Armijo is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James & Associates since 2019 and previously spent 10 years at UBS Financial Services Inc. Outside of his advisory role, Armijo is the owner of BRN Development, a business unrelated to investment activities. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that manages approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and municipal entities, offering a range of financial planning, investment consulting, and municipal advisory services.

Nancy Smith is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 15 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Merrill for 11 years before joining Raymond James & Associates in 2021. 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, institutional and pension plans, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and consulting services supported by a broad range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Thomas Geving is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Troy, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2012 and previously worked at Comerica Securities from 2004 to 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is associated with BEST INNOVATION CONSULTANTS, a separate business activity. 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 financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting a wide range of investment strategies and operational tools.

Michael Johnson is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Southfield, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999, following his time at AXA Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as Treasurer of the Kappa Alpha Psi Southfield Alumni Foundation and works part-time as a gate agent at Detroit Metropolitan Airport. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs, delivering advice primarily through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives who utilize third-party programs, discretionary models, and ERISA fiduciary services.

Courtney Bizzis is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with the Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS in 2021, she worked for six years at Ilitch Sports and Entertainment with the Detroit Tigers. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and access to mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and supports advisory work with proprietary research and model-based asset allocations.

Rebecca Davis is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 10 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at firms such as Fidelity Investments, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Merrill Lynch. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management services delivered through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Jaclyn Borrow is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 11 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Pruco Securities LLC, LPL Financial, and INVEST Financial Corp. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate entities. The firm’s approach is model-driven, offering financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and participation in wrap programs, while also providing affiliated insurance and trust services.

Stephen Killop is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Bloomfield Hills, MI. He holds a Series 66 designation and has three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and the AAA Dave Brown Insurance Agency. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and employer-sponsored financial planning services.

Michael Thompson is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise in Troy, MI, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and 23 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Mass Mutual Investors Services, Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company, State Farm Insurance, and Citizens Securities, Inc. He serves on the board of the Detroit Recovery Project and is active as a speaker for Operation HOPE. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach with access to third-party asset managers and emphasizes financial planning, insurance products, and affiliated trust and lending services.

Divisha Kapur is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, holding ChFC® and Series 63 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2020, Kapur spent 21 years at Hantz Financial Services, Inc. Outside of advisory work, Kapur serves as CEO of Kapur Enterprises LLC and is involved in tax preparation management through Ideal Tax Solutions, Inc. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm utilizes a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written, non-discretionary recommendations, supported by a centralized retirement-income consulting team.