Jeffrey Jacques is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Clarkston, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and having 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2015. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a nationwide network of approximately 23,701 financial advisors. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies and affiliated investment products, operates under a fiduciary standard, and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management.

Ryan Zimmer is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include academic positions at Michigan State University, Miami University, and the University of Michigan. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm employs proprietary fundamental research combined with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, serving a broad client base including registered investment companies and charitable funds.

Gerald Shiner is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 38 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at SagePoint Financial and Principal Financial Services. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as Director of Retirement Services for Michigan Planners, consulting on employee benefit plans including health, disability, and non-registered retirement offerings. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base ranging from individuals to institutional investors, providing integrated brokerage and advisory services through multiple platforms and employing a variety of investment tools and third-party solutions.

Nicholas Fabiano is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 license and beginning his advisory career in 2025. His prior work includes roles at Seamless AI, Rehmann, and Fabiano Brothers Inc., as well as positions in education at Indiana University and local schools. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm primarily employs a model-driven investment approach and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Austin Liedel is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Michigan State University and Herbert Financial Group. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a broad client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is primarily model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, and offers additional services such as financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and affiliated trust and insurance products.

Clayton Winkler is a CFP® with 24 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with OSAIC since 2024. His prior experience includes 13 years at Woodbury Financial Services and ongoing work with Wiklund & Bond Financial Services. He is the founder and chairman of Dogtags 4 Jesus, Inc., a nonprofit organization. OSAIC serves a diverse range of clients, including individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services supported by firm-provided asset-allocation tools and access to third-party money managers.

John Krakowiak is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Troy, MI, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and having 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2016. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and firm-approved processes to support its clients.

Travis Smith is a CFP® with 18 years of industry experience, currently serving at Raymond James Financial in Oxford, MI. He has been with Raymond James Financial Services since 2008 and holds a role as operations manager and co-branch manager at JLS Financial Services. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses tailored planning and analytical tools to support non-discretionary advisory programs and maintains specialized offerings such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA employer consulting.

David Miller is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management Inc. for over a decade. Miller is also the owner of North Coast Financial Advisors, an LLC involved in securities and insurance. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party managed accounts. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios across various asset classes on discretionary or non-discretionary bases.

Evan Storozhenko is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America, he held positions at Mercantile Bank and worked in several roles at Michigan State University and other organizations. 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 investment strategies for a range of individual and institutional clients.

Kenneth Pallach is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Morgan Stanley entities since 2009, currently serving at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. in Bloomfield Hills, MI. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs for individual and institutional clients, emphasizing tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services that include integrated planning without individual security recommendations as part of standalone programs.

Gregory Gilbert is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2009. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written 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 through a centralized consulting team.

Chris Liparoto is a Wealth Management Advisor with over 30 years of experience in providing financial and wealth management advice and services. He is a Managing Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he supports clients including families, business owners, retirees, and professionals in pursuing their financial goals through customized strategies. His areas of focus include wealth management, investment-based strategies, estate and wealth transfer, money management selection, as well as financing and treasury management strategies for small businesses. Chris holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Sociology from Michigan State University. He has earned the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) designation, the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) designation, and the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation. His credentials reflect his commitment to professional standards in financial planning and wealth management. Residing in Oakland Township, Michigan, Chris lives with his wife and four sons. He and his family are actively involved in sports and music, and they enjoy traveling together, including annual trips to Colorado. Chris has been involved in community service for over 15 years, serving on various nonprofit boards. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for Notre Dame Preparatory School in Pontiac, Michigan.

Scott Faulkner is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with 28 years of experience. He focuses on offering a comprehensive approach to managing wealth by understanding clients and their financial situations, then creating customized strategies that adapt to changing needs and market conditions. Scott provides access to investment insights from Merrill and banking services from Bank of America to address various aspects of clients' financial lives. Throughout his career, Scott has guided individuals, families, and organizations through complex financial decisions with an emphasis on simplifying challenges and prioritizing people. His expertise includes strategic planning, team leadership, relationship building, and guiding clients through change and transition. He has also been involved in mentoring younger advisors and collaborating across departments to ensure consistent client success. Scott holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation, a Bachelor's Degree from Western Michigan University, and a High School Diploma from Lahser High School. He follows Merrill's tradition of community involvement and volunteers with organizations such as the Karmanos Cancer Institute Partners. Outside of work, he enjoys activities including boxing, football, golfing, ice hockey, reading, soccer, spending time with his family, tennis, and traveling.

Renata Ramos is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise in Troy, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities LLC. She also has experience with the University of Michigan School of Social Work and served at the First Presbyterian Church of Birmingham. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm utilizes model-driven investment approaches and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Jonathan Uffelman is a financial advisor at Stifel with 41 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2019, following 13 years at Oppenheimer & Co. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the advisory council and investment committee of Racquet Up Detroit and holds leadership roles with the Racquet Up Detroit Foundation, supporting minority youth mentorship and education. Stifel serves a broad client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, providing brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach relies on proprietary methodology from its Investment Strategy Group, using forward-looking capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling to guide asset allocation and financial planning.

Leeland Runestad is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to identify their financial priorities and develop strategies to pursue their goals across various stages of life. He provides advice on topics including investing, retirement planning, education funding, and managing wealth, and can connect clients with specialists in banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Leeland holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and has an Associate's Degree from Oakland Community College, along with a High School Diploma from Powers Catholic High School. His areas of client focus include college education planning, legacy planning, liquidity management, philanthropic planning, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. He offers ongoing guidance to help clients adapt their portfolios as their needs evolve. Outside of his professional work, Leeland enjoys activities such as boxing, fishing, golfing, hunting, music, reading, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

Barbara Kreitsch is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Troy, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2006. Outside of her advisory role, she owns Glidden Solutions Inc., an LLC that manages employees supporting her financial advisory practice. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm provides written, non-discretionary recommendations that incorporate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis, supported by a centralized consulting team and algorithmic tools.

Brianna Bowman is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of experience in the industry. Prior to her current role, she has worked in various positions primarily within the hospitality sector. Outside of finance, she has been involved with several restaurant and service businesses. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a broad client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, and offers financial planning, third-party asset management access, and insurance product facilitation.

Divyesh Sharma is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at several firms, including Securities America Advisors Inc. and Northwestern Mutual. 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, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.