Jacob Neu is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2018 and previously at the University of Detroit Mercy from 2013 to 2018. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management through a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies and affiliated financial products.

Peter Cain is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 42 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 credentials. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2024, Cain spent 18 years at Woodbury Financial. He is also involved as a partner and executive vice president at Great Lakes Financial Advisors Group, where he works on financial issues and supports company representatives. OSAIC serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing various investment platforms and tools to construct portfolios tailored to client needs.

Joseph Michael is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Farmington Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, J. Michael Investments, and J.P. Morgan Securities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to 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 both directly and through Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Jennifer Walker is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 11 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked with Lee E. Holland, CPA, CFP, from 2015 to 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she is a licensed notary public and owns businesses providing tax preparation and accounting services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by internal and third-party research.

Robert Reaume is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Southfield, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Doeren Mayhew Insurance Group, where he heads the life insurance division and works in employee benefits and business development. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, utilizing research from internal and external sources and employing both discretionary and non-discretionary management strategies.

Evan Belland is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to help them understand their options, create comprehensive financial plans, and take confident steps toward their financial futures. His client focus areas include equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. Evan specializes in guiding individuals and families through the financial planning process, particularly focusing on retirement planning and investment strategies. He assists clients in navigating complex financial decisions related to major life milestones, tailoring financial plans to the unique visions and priorities of each family. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and applies his expertise to help clients achieve greater clarity and confidence in their financial transitions. Raised in Metro Detroit, Evan attended Brother Rice High School and Michigan State University. Outside of his professional duties, he enjoys boating, football, golfing, pickleball, and spending time with his family.

Arthur Mojares is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 20 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and SPC, among other firms. He serves as a board member of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and is involved in independent insurance through Mojares Capital Management LLC and Mojares Insurance Group, LLC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, with discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Peter Nanasi is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Ameriprise, bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory work, he has translated a book titled *Love and Loss: Tales from Hungary* into English and made it available through print-on-demand. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Carrie Fielder is a Series 66-licensed advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with three years of industry experience. She has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2023 and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2007. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Susan Merrick is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Southfield, MI, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 2003. Merrick is also involved in selling fixed annuities, health, and fixed life insurance products. LPL Financial serves individual and institutional clients nationwide, offering financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services. The firm provides both discretionary and non-discretionary management and utilizes model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and technology-driven strategies.

Kenneth Vernon is a financial advisor with Ameriprise based in Detroit, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 51 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary advice supported by algorithmic automation and a centralized consulting team.

Jacob Newman is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, located in Plymouth, MI. He has one year of industry experience and previously worked at Fidelity Investments. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, charities, and institutions, providing financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs. The firm operates primarily through program sponsors and endorsed third-party managers, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory solutions.

Bradford Newsome is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 16 years of industry experience. He is currently with OSAIC and has previously worked at The Colony Group, Buckingham Strategic Wealth, Wasserman Wealth Management, and Merrill Lynch. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisors. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, employing advanced asset-allocation tools and multiple third-party platforms to construct and manage portfolios across various asset classes.

Rachel Meekhof is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. She has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2020. Prior to her financial services career, she held positions at several companies including Memphis Pizza Cafe and Bayer CropScience. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth client base through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary SMAs and provides integrated brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services.

Michael Ajlouny is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Plymouth, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2009. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and leverages proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client strategies.

Ernest Hughes is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Plymouth, Michigan, bringing 49 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial Services since 1999 and has served as a joint executor for his mother since 2018. Outside of advising, he owns a support company, First Financial Strategies, Inc. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm offers tailored non-discretionary planning and consulting using various analytical tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through its affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Erold Merko is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Farmington Hills, MI, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses with 17 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James in 2021, he worked at TIAA and TIAA-CREF from 2012 to 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he co-owns a rental property in Bonita Springs, Florida. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services, drawing on a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Jacob DePillo is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, focusing on partnering with individuals and families to help them work toward their financial goals. He collaborates with clients to build personalized financial plans and find strategies tailored to their priorities. He has held roles at Fidelity Investments since 2023, initially as an Investment Consultant before becoming a Financial Consultant in 2024. Prior to that, he served as a Financial Consultant at E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley between 2021 and 2023, a Financial Advisor at MassMutual Great Lakes from 2020 to 2021, and a Financial Consultant at Equitable Advisors from 2019 to 2020. Outside of his professional work, Jacob enjoys baseball, family activities, football, golf, spending time at the lake, and traveling.

Edward Smith is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 38 years of industry experience. He has worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America since 1987 and joined LPL Enterprise in 2024. Smith serves as Rotary District Governor Nominee Designate for Rotary District 6400. LPL Enterprise serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, access to model wealth portfolios, third-party asset management, and a variety of financial products, combining advisory services with insurance offerings through an affiliated agency.

Dennis Mooradian is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Farmington Hills, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, and previously at Citigroup Global Markets beginning in 2007. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals 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 structured planning tools such as Monte Carlo simulations and Global Investment Committee return estimates.