William Lethemon III is a financial advisor with Money Evolution in Bloomfield Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He previously operated Lethemon Financial and has been associated with LPL Financial since 2009. Outside of advisory work, he produces educational content through a blog and YouTube channel focused on financial topics and hosts a podcast aimed at other financial advisors. He also serves as a precinct delegate in Bloomfield Township. Money Evolution is a Michigan-registered investment adviser that provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and hourly consulting to individuals, high-net-worth families, and pension plans. The firm uses a planning-based approach combining fundamental and technical analysis and offers services on an hourly or fixed-fee basis rather than charging based on assets under management.

Joseph Uppleger IV is a financial advisor with Safe Future Wealth Partners LLC based in Novi, Michigan. He holds a Series 65 designation and has four years of industry experience. Prior to his current role, he worked at Aegis Wealth Management, Inc. and has experience in other sectors including security and logistics services. Safe Future Wealth Partners serves individual clients with portfolio management and financial planning, often referring clients to unaffiliated third-party advisers for discretionary management. The firm uses Investment Policy Statements and model portfolios as part of its implementation, generally relying on third-party managers for trade execution and portfolio management.

Edward Somerville is a financial advisor with Somerville Associates in West Bloomfield, MI, holding a Series 65 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Somerville Associates since 1998, a small firm with two advisors. Somerville Associates serves individual and high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, charitable institutions, and business entities, offering comprehensive investment supervisory services and financial planning. The firm employs fundamental analysis to identify investments with moderate valuations and manages portfolios on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases.

Edward Petersmarck is a financial advisor at Bridgeriver Advisors LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at New Horizon Retirement Advisors, Bridgeriver Advisors LLC, Cetera Investment Advisers LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks, and M&O Marketing. Bridgeriver Advisors serves individual clients, including both high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth individuals, as well as select business entities. The firm provides personalized portfolio management and financial planning with a focus on non-discretionary management, using asset-allocation analysis and client-specific factors to construct customized portfolios.

Joseph Desteiger is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience. He is currently a financial advisor at Gunder Wealth Management, LLC, where he has worked since 2020. Prior to this, he was associated with McFawn Financial Services Group and Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. Gunder Wealth Management serves individual and high-net-worth clients as well as pension and profit-sharing plan sponsors by providing investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a strategy based on modern portfolio theory and strategic asset allocation, utilizing both passive and active investment vehicles and third-party independent managers to align portfolios with client objectives.

Nathan Hawrot is a CFP® professional with 13 years of industry experience, currently serving at Sculati Wealth Management, LLC since 2012. He holds a Series 65 license and works out of Bloomfield Hills, MI. Sculati Wealth Management is a fee-only advisory firm that serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and small businesses. The firm employs a blend of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis in portfolio construction and offers complimentary financial planning to both clients and prospects.

Michael Lebowski is a financial advisor at Oikonomos Asset Management, LLC with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and operates an accounting firm, Michael Lebowski PLLC, where he is a licensed Certified Public Accountant. Additionally, he is a licensed real estate agent affiliated with National Realty Centers and holds a life insurance producer license. Oikonomos Asset Management provides portfolio management and financial planning services primarily to individual clients, including high-net-worth individuals. The firm employs a range of investment strategies and typically seeks discretionary authority to manage client portfolios under a fiduciary standard.

David Debenedictis is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 14 years of industry experience, practicing at Northpoint Financial in Birmingham, MI. He has been associated with Northpoint Financial since 1982. Outside of his advisory role, he is president and sole shareholder of a life insurance sales agency and is involved in a wine education and travel business. Northpoint Financial provides comprehensive financial planning and advisory services primarily to high-net-worth individuals, focusing on estate planning, retirement modeling, and income tax planning. The firm emphasizes long-term investment strategies using a proprietary financial independence model and coordinates client relationships with various professionals while relying on external brokers and money managers for investment execution.

Robert Bolden Jr. is an advisor at CIG Asset Management, Inc. with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Arnold & Mote Wealth Management and PFS Investments. He is also the sole owner and advisor at Bolden Wealth Management, a Registered Investment Advisor. CIG Asset Management provides wealth management, comprehensive financial planning, and discretionary portfolio management services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and employee benefit plans. The firm employs a strategic asset allocation approach with both strategic and tactical models, offering diversified exposure across multiple asset classes and managing approximately $192 million in assets under management.

Wilton Baker is a financial advisor with Nautica Asset Management LLC in Canton, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 10 years of industry experience. He serves as Managing Director of Nautica Insurance Group LLC and has operated an independent insurance agency since 1993, dedicating approximately half of his professional time to insurance-related activities. His background includes leadership roles across related firms with a focus on retirement income and benefits. Nautica Asset Management advises individual investors and pension or profit-sharing plans, managing about $1 million in assets for a small client base. The firm offers portfolio management and tiered financial planning services, combining securities and insurance products tailored to client objectives and risk tolerance through documented investment policy statements and regular reviews.

Julie Keating is a financial advisor with Wealth Management Services, LLC in Bloomfield Hills, MI. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has 12 years of industry experience, including roles at Wealthcare Advisory Partners LLC, Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC, and LPL Financial. Additionally, she is involved in a family business, Keating & Associates Corp. Wealth Management Services LLC provides fee-based financial planning and investment advisory consultation primarily to individuals, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm focuses on written financial plans and time-limited consultations grounded in fundamental analysis and long-term asset allocation, with implementation typically carried out by clients or through affiliated broker-dealer representatives.

John Oliver is a financial advisor with Agile Wealth Partners in Northville, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Executive Wealth Management and LPL Financial. Outside of his advisory work, he is an independent insurance agent selling fixed annuities and life insurance, and he owns a marketing and consulting services business. Agile Wealth Partners provides comprehensive financial planning and discretionary investment management to individuals, families, closely held businesses, and pension or profit-sharing plans. The firm employs a tactical asset allocation strategy using proprietary model portfolios and integrates financial planning with ongoing investment management and estate planning support.

Brandon Klemm is a financial advisor at AFS Wealth Management, LLC with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked with AFS Wealth Management since 2020. Prior to that, he was employed at Power Home Remodeling Group for one year. AFS Wealth Management serves individual and high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and small businesses by providing discretionary portfolio management and financial planning services. The firm integrates asset allocation, fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis to create individualized portfolios, while also offering affiliated tax and insurance services.

Thomas Norris is a financial advisor at NFI Advisors, Inc. with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with NFI Advisors since 2004. He is also the owner and president of Norris Financial, an accounting and tax consulting firm. NFI Advisors is a small SEC-registered firm serving individual clients, trusts, estates, and private investment funds. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management with tailored investment strategies, including an options-based Hedge Strategies program for accredited investors and management of multiple private funds.

David Robertson is a financial advisor with The Financial Center, LLC in Novi, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He has been associated with The Financial Center since 2001 and has worked with Cambridge Investment Research since 2008. Outside of his advisory work, he operates as an independent insurance agent for various companies. The Financial Center provides fee-based financial planning, consultations, and educational seminars to individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, charitable organizations, estates, and trusts. The firm delivers tailored long-term financial plans and project-based advice without exercising investment discretion, relying on third-party affiliates for implementation and portfolio management.

Kenneth Chaput is a financial advisor at CIG Asset Management, Inc. with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with CIG Asset Management since 2013, serving also as the firm’s Chief Compliance Officer. Additionally, he is a 50% owner and vice-president of Northstar Financial Enterprises, a holding company related to a formerly registered broker-dealer and insurance agency. CIG Asset Management provides wealth management, financial planning, and discretionary portfolio management services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and employee benefit plans. The firm employs a strategic and dynamic asset allocation approach, incorporates ESG-screened models, and offers diversified investments across multiple asset classes, along with sub-advisory services and management of private pooled investment vehicles.

John Edmonds is a financial advisor at LightSquare Wealth Management, LLC with 18 years of industry experience. He has held positions at Raymond James & Associates Inc and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated. Edmonds is also the owner of En Passant, LLC and LightSquare Insurance Agency, which facilitates insurance commissions. LightSquare Wealth Management serves individual clients, trusts, retirement plans, and business entities, offering asset management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm uses a variety of investment instruments and analytical methods to construct individualized portfolios and provides ongoing monitoring and due diligence on recommended sub-advisors.

Brian Franke is a CFP® professional with 18 years of industry experience. He is a principal and private wealth advisor at Integrated Capital Management, where he has worked since 2016. Prior to that, he spent seven years at First Heartland Capital Inc. Franke serves on the executive board of Michigan State University. Integrated Capital Management advises individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, charitable organizations, and businesses, with expertise serving professionals such as physicians and corporate executives. The firm provides comprehensive financial planning and discretionary portfolio management, using a written planning process to tailor asset allocation and incorporate client-specific compensation and tax complexities.

Erik Ringo is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 65 license, with eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Autumn Financial Advisors, LLC since 2017, following prior roles at Buttonwood Financial Advisors and T. Rowe Price. Autumn Financial Advisors is a small, state-registered firm serving individual and high-net-worth clients through comprehensive financial planning and discretionary investment management. The firm employs a diversified investment process combining active, passive, and quantitative strategies, with portfolios tailored to client-specific investment policy statements.

Jane Lowry is a financial advisor at Motive Wealth Advisors, LLC in Birmingham, MI, holding a Series 65 designation with one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Ducker Worldwide and other firms from 2014 to 2022. Motive Wealth Advisors serves individuals, trusts, estates, business entities, charitable organizations, and retirement plans, offering investment management and financial planning with a focus on diversified, risk-based portfolios using both active and passive strategies. The firm manages approximately $318 million across about 80 client relationships and conducts due diligence on independent third-party advisers, a practice that distinguishes it within the industry.