Grady Darnell is the Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he partners with families to design and implement wealth plans that provide the confidence needed to enjoy their lives. Grady joined Fidelity Investments in 2015 and has held several positions within the firm, including Financial Representative, Investment Consultant, and Financial Consultant, before becoming Vice President in 2024. His experience spans across financial consulting and investment advising. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Grady has interests in art, baseball, cars, cooking and baking, golf, and reading.

Shadia Joudi Dedecker is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Advisors and affiliated entities since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she works as an independent consultant for Avon, selling beauty products on a limited basis. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients with investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm offers a broad range of planning options and integrates advisory services with banking, lending, trustee services, and affiliated fund strategies.

Mary Warner is a financial advisor at Stifel with 16 years of industry experience. She holds the CFP® designation and has been with Stifel since 2023. Prior to joining Stifel, she worked at Sprout House Natural Foods Market for one year. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering both brokerage and advisory services. The firm uses a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to provide asset allocation and planning analyses.

Larry Wright Jr. is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 21 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Foresters Financial Services from 2011 to 2019 and with Cetera Investment Services LLC since 2019. He is based in Farmington Hills, MI. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutions. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and provides access to both affiliated and third-party investment managers across multiple program platforms.

Brian Maxson is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with a career that began on October 19, 1987, the day of the stock market crash. At that time, he observed the impact of market volatility influenced by fear and greed, which motivated him to study market fundamentals and help clients avoid emotional investment decisions. He serves ambitious clients including automotive, medical and private equity executives, engineers, business owners, attorneys, physicians, and corporate entities, focusing on practical and timely retirement and wealth management strategies. Brian holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance from Eastern Michigan University and has obtained several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He also acts as a Portfolio Manager, providing discretionary management of personalized or defined strategies that may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment options. Outside of his professional work, Brian supports several organizations such as The Junior Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), The American Diabetes Foundation (ADA), Faustman Labs, Eversight, The Humane Society, various church groups, and Eastern Michigan University. He lives in Canton, Michigan with his wife and has three adult children. His personal interests include golfing, antiquing, music, and spending time with family.

Melissa Southwell is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Southfield, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Cetera Wealth Services, Avantax Investment Services, and Raymond James Financial Services. Southwell serves on the board of the Kiwanis Club of Livonia Early Risers Foundation and is involved in coordinating tax services at the Center for Tax Planning. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and advanced technologies in its investment approach.

Jasmine Pratt is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments with experience in financial planning and client relationship management. She holds securities and insurance licenses, enabling her to assist clients with comprehensive financial planning services. Her professional background includes roles at Fidelity Investments, where she has served as a Planning Consultant since 2025, a Relationship Manager from 2023 to 2025, and a High Net Worth Associate from 2021 to 2023. Prior to that, she worked as a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2019 to 2021. Outside of her professional career, Jasmine enjoys activities such as attending comedy events, exploring food, socializing with friends, watching movies, and listening to music.

Ashley Kremhelmer is a CFP® professional with 17 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is currently with Edelman Financial Engines and has prior experience at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory services focused on workplace retirement accounts, IRAs, taxable accounts, and institutional clients. The firm manages model-based and customized portfolios, offers sub‑advisory services, and supports a large client base through both advisor-led and online platforms.

Bruce Townsend is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and over 34 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC, Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill. Townsend also serves as successor trustee for the Ralph and Phyllis Townsend Trust. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that supports a large nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through multi-manager platforms and various program structures.

John Garry is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise since 2020. His prior experience includes roles at Summit Insurance, LaFontaine and Sons Landscaping, and Central Michigan University. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Ameriprise Premier Retirement Income service, which provides tailored, non-discretionary recommendations focused on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Pete Sebastian is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving as a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor. In this role, he collaborates with individuals and families to develop personalized investment strategies aimed at preserving and growing their wealth. He focuses on areas including family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, and personal retirement planning. Sebastian holds a Bachelor's Degree from Purdue University and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He works closely with clients to understand their financial goals and provides guidance on investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unexpected financial needs. He also coordinates with Bank of America specialists to offer comprehensive solutions encompassing banking, credit, home financing, and small business services. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Sebastian is involved with American Corporate Partners. His personal interests include baseball, football, traveling, and watching movies.

Elizabeth Williams is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Outside of her advisory work, she assists with banking and bookkeeping for a plumbing business owned by her fiancé. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Reid Beyerlein is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Raymond James Financial and its related entities since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates two businesses: Bline Investments and Ties Like Me, a networking organization. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm offers tailored non-discretionary planning and supports advisory programs with a focus on risk profiling and outcome modeling.

Dean Graham is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He serves individuals, families, and businesses by applying customized financial strategies, including equity option programs, to manage portfolio risk, enhance cash flow, and support client objectives. Dean holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and has over 30 years of experience in financial advisory services. Dean earned a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing with an emphasis in Economics from Michigan State University. He has been actively involved in the Grosse Pointe community, including participation with the Grosse Pointe South Dugout Club. Dean and his family reside in Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan.

Steve Chang is a CFP® with 23 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2002. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he is a member of Chang Company Limited LLC, a commercial rental business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with over $1 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

David Harris is a financial advisor at Stifel with 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Stifel since 2007 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as President and Executive Officer of the Michigan Youth Soccer League, overseeing travel competition activities. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to support client asset allocation and financial planning.

Misty Doucet is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and possessing 16 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she works part-time as a bakery/deli clerk. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning and advisory services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management and supporting various investment strategies with research and technology resources.

Matthew Palmer II is a financial advisor with Merrill in Dearborn, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2013. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joseph Colletti is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2016 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process using firm-approved tools and proprietary market simulations.

Nicola Delicata is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked with Metlife Securities, Inc. and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company prior to his current role. Outside of his advisory work, he is the owner of a commercial building. Mass Mutual Investors Services operates as a subsidiary of MassMutual, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers collaborative, annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved software and various educational programs.