Kristie Gheysens is a financial advisor with Edelman Financial Engines in Troy, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 16 years of industry experience. She has worked at Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. since 2016 and previously at Planning Alternatives Ltd and Mass Mutual Investors Services. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutional clients. The firm uses a committee-driven modeling process paired with planner delivery and online tools, offering diversified model portfolios and both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Charles Ducharme II is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and having 17 years of industry experience. He worked at Oppenheimer & Co Inc for 14 years before joining Ameriprise in 2025. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written recommendations on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis in a centralized service that supports its financial advisors.

Kevin Zezula is a financial advisor with Ameriprise who holds a Series 66 designation and has 15 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2020, he worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC from 2015 to 2021. He serves on the board of The Rainbow Connection and is involved in a sports trading card hobby with his son. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeted at clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations, supported by a centralized consulting team.

Jeffrey Hoppie is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Birmingham, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 40 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory and brokerage services to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers a wide range of investment and planning solutions.

Emir Bajrovic is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been associated with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2011. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. The firm’s program focuses on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a comprehensive investment research process.

Mark Wojtas is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing, J.P. Morgan Securities, and J.P. Morgan Securities Inc. He is involved in business activities including ownership in MTW Initiatives, Inc. and a partial interest in Kercheval Financial Group, LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services across a broad menu of offerings, using proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations.

Dana Divergilio is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 17 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2016, with prior experience at Wells Fargo Clearing, Morgan Stanley, and The Huntington Investment Company. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Burton Carlson III is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Troy, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 19 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Brooke Crane Acre is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 25 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked previously at Woodbury Financial Services, Sii Investments, OSAIC Services, Inc., and Park Place Financial Group. Outside of her advisory role, she owns several businesses including Wealth Reimagined Group and MyLTC123, which focuses on assisting clients with long-term care. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a broad range of brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform with an investment process centered on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization.

Zackary Thalgott is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and five years of industry experience. He has worked at multiple firms, including Securities America, Inc., Pacer Financial, Inc., and Producer's Choice Network. In addition to his advisory role, he assists with accounting and general business operations for a tax and accounting business. OSAIC serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services, utilizing a model-based investment process with portfolio optimization, discretionary and advisor-managed strategies, and access to alternative investments through third-party platforms.

Michael Clark is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He began his career with the company in 2015 and has held several roles, including Customer Relationship Advocate, High Net Worth Service Associate, Relationship Manager, and Planning Consultant. He assumed his current position in 2023. With over a decade of experience in the financial industry, Michael focuses on building client relationships founded on trust and understanding. He emphasizes collaboration to develop and implement financial plans tailored to each client's goals and definition of success.

George Nihem is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and 66 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in real estate ownership and rentals through HI-MARK RENTALS, LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm offers a broad range of planning options and integrates advisory services with banking, lending, and other financial products.

Richard Gregor is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Troy, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, AXA Advisors, since 1999. Outside of advising, he provides tax consulting services as a CPA and participates in competitive bowling tournaments. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning and a variety of asset management programs. The firm delivers its services through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and utilizes third-party asset managers and advisory platforms for many client portfolios.

Will Smith is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on empowering clients with the knowledge and tools necessary to pursue their financial goals. He is committed to expanding access to financial guidance and supports his clients through thoughtful, values-aligned planning. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Will worked as a Securities Trader at Plante Moran from 2021 to 2023. Before that, he was a Securities Operations Associate at FIS from 2020 to 2021. This experience has provided him with a solid foundation in securities trading and operations. Outside of his professional work, Will has personal interests in fitness, music, and reading.

Elizabeth Hewitt is a financial advisor at Fidelity with six years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at firms including Alight Financial Solutions, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Lake Trust Credit Union. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm’s capabilities include discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery, supported by oversight controls and the use of AI-driven research methodologies.

Alyssa Rajakariar is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Troy, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, she worked in various roles including positions at Macomb County Probate Court and Ottawa County Juvenile Court. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory services to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients through diverse investment and planning programs.

Michael Knittel is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise in various capacities since 2009, currently based in Troy, MI. 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 tailored retirement income planning and ongoing advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Blake Ellis is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 17 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing from 2016 to 2025. Ellis serves on the board of the Detroit Athletic Club, participating in meetings related to charitable giving and investment oversight. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of planning services that include retirement, education, risk management, and specialized areas such as business-owner transition and sports & entertainment planning.

Allesandro Dutta is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 credential and has worked at Fisher Investments since 2018, following prior roles at Plante Moran Financial Advisors and a brief period of unemployment. Fisher Investments serves a global client base that includes institutional and private investors, offering discretionary portfolio management across multiple asset classes. The firm employs a centralized investment decision process combining quantitative and qualitative analysis and provides services such as sub‑advisory and retirement plan management.

Kevin Butler is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Detroit, MI, holding a Series 66 license and 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at UBS since 2021 and previously at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch. Outside of his advisory role, Butler serves as a director for the nonprofit Grosse Pointe Theatre, where he assists with governance and organizational leadership. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients by combining brokerage and investment advisory services, offering fee-based financial planning, portfolio management, and access to mutual funds and alternative products. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management through a broad platform that includes proprietary research and capital markets services.