William Knudsen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2015, he worked at The Huntington Investment Company, Chase Investment Services Corp., and Fifth Third Securities, Inc. He also manages a private investment and tax-related business entity. 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 advisory services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Erik Kent is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Troy, MI, with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Morgan Stanley, Citizens Securities, Inc., and Scottrade. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and annual retirement-income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Alvin Hill III is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at several firms, including Comcast Corporation, Citizens Securities, Chase Investment Services, and Banc One Securities. Alvin has been with Edward Jones since 2018. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large national network of advisors and branch offices.

Kathryn Halonen is a CFP® professional with 28 years of experience at UBS Financial Services in Birmingham, MI. She has been with UBS since 1998. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Treasurer for the East Hills Middle School PTO, managing budgeting and financial responsibilities. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and advisory offerings, including wealth management and capital markets services. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with comprehensive financial planning and portfolio management tailored to client goals and risk tolerances.

Leila Aleyaseen is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Troy, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services for five years before joining Morgan Stanley in 2021. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides 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 employs structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools in its financial planning process.

Cathleen Odish is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and National Planning Corporation. Odish also presents seminars through White Glove Workshops, an activity she has been involved with for several years. 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 portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advice provided by investment adviser representatives using a variety of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

John Bussa is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked for Lincoln Financial Advisors for 24 years. Outside of advisory services, he owns a consulting business operated through BFP Media, LLC. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform, offering brokerage and advisory services including comprehensive financial planning, managed portfolios, and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supported by various tools and both discretionary and advisor-managed strategies.

Sherrie Ingham is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Troy, MI, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. She has 25 years of industry experience, including roles at Concorde Asset Management and L.M. Kohn & Company. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved in business ownership and serves as COO of TLC Management. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver personalized, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Scott Jones is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he spent 17 years at The Huntington Investment Company. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Shelley Graunke is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Farmington Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a variety of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services through structured planning processes supported by firm-approved tools.

Gregory Tarr is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Washington, Michigan, holding the ChFC® and Series 63 designations and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a non-variable insurance business in Romeo, Michigan. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Phillip Rosiek is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments. He has been in this role since 2019 and has previously held positions as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2014 to 2019, and as a Financial Consultant II at PNC Bank from 2006 to 2014. With over 15 years of experience, Phillip has served as a trusted advisor to many multi-generational families. He approaches financial planning as a partnership, co-creating wealth plans tailored to provide a roadmap towards financial peace of mind. His commitment to clients includes evolving relationships that adapt as clients and their families experience life changes. Outside of his professional work, Phillip has personal interests in biking, reading, and soccer.

Steven Briggs is a Wealth Management Advisor with over 40 years of experience, all of which have been with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in serving clients including business executives, owners, and professionals, focusing on investment advisory, cash management, and life cycle planning services. Steve leads The Briggs Group alongside financial advisor Jennifer Mains and client service associate Amy Irish, providing a comprehensive approach to clients' financial well-being. Throughout his career, Steve has developed many long-term client relationships that often span generations. He is recognized for his commitment to addressing a wide range of client needs such as estate planning, customized lending, and long-term care expenses. His approach includes ongoing client contact and adapting strategies to meet evolving financial goals. Steve holds multiple professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Vanderbilt University and graduated from Culver Military Academy. He is a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity and is involved with the Furniture Bank of Southeastern Michigan. Steve resides in Orchard Lake, Michigan, with his two grown children.

Stacy Celestini is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. She has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2021 and has been with Merrill since 2001. 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 clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Mark Ligeski is a financial advisor at Edelman Financial Engines with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at various affiliated firms since 2016. Edelman Financial Engines offers technology-driven investment advisory and financial planning services to individual investors, retirement-plan participants, and institutions. The firm uses a committee-driven modeling process combined with planner delivery and online tools, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary advice with an emphasis on diversified model portfolios and long-term strategies.

John Daugherty is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 32 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation as well as Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and PNC Wealth Management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and broad investment offerings.

Robert Shiner is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Troy, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 23 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Sagepoint Financial, Inc., Ohio National Financial Services, and Austin Manning Inc. since 2009. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients across a multi-advisor platform, offering brokerage and advisory services with an emphasis on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization. The firm supports individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients through various investment and financial planning programs.

James Zann is a Series 65-credentialed financial advisor at Cetera with five years of industry experience. He previously worked for Avantax Advisory Services for five years and has been associated with Polk and Associates PLC since 2012. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual clients, retirement plans, corporations, charities, and institutions through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services, utilizing a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party model portfolios and various program structures.

Samuel Impastato is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he provides goals-based wealth management services to affluent families, accomplished professionals, and successful business owners. He specializes in delivering personalized retirement plan solutions designed to address the pre- and post-retirement needs of small business owners and their employees, supporting 401(k) sponsors with investment options, education, and plan services. His client focus areas include divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, LGBT wealth planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Samuel earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and Economics from Michigan State University. He holds several professional designations, including the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC), underscoring his expertise in retirement planning and fiduciary responsibilities. In addition to his professional work, Samuel is active in his community and professional organizations. He is a member of the Detroit Athletic Club—where he serves on the Finance Committee—and the Red Run Golf Club, serving on the House Committee. He has also been involved with the Troy Kiwanis Club. In his free time, he enjoys golf, traveling, great food and wine, and spending time with family and friends.

David Collins is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent and its predecessor, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, since 2002. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of advisors, providing goal-based analyses and written recommendations across various financial topics. The firm separates planning services from managed accounts and emphasizes ongoing plan reviews without discretionary trading authority.