Anita Taymore is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and seven years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Fidelity Investments, JP Morgan Securities, and Primerica Advisors. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and employs over 14,000 advisors, offering both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Patrick Moran serves as a Wealth Management Advisor with AMDG Wealth Management, affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the title of Senior Portfolio Manager and has been working closely with ultra high net worth families since 2014. His professional focus encompasses wealth planning, analysis, and asset allocation, aiming to assist clients in managing and preserving significant wealth effectively. As a Senior Portfolio Manager, he manages personalized and defined strategies on a discretionary basis, incorporating various investment approaches including individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. Patrick's experience includes guiding families through the complexities of wealth management by addressing broader considerations beyond investments, such as planning, lending, philanthropy, and liquidity events. His advisory approach emphasizes understanding each family's unique values and goals, with services tailored to areas including college education planning, divorce transition planning, legacy planning, and tax minimization. He is recognized for his role in helping clients achieve financial success while maintaining a focus on consistent and prudent investment strategies. Originally from Michigan, Patrick earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from Le Moyne College. He holds the Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Patrick resides in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, with his wife and children. Outside of his professional duties, he enjoys golfing, ice hockey, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Kyle Lambert is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Troy, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 8 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Financial Services Group of Michigan, Inc., where he also operates as a notary public. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to third-party asset management, with a platform noted for its scale and diverse financial activities.

Christian Atabong is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience, including roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank and Clarkston Capital Partners. His background also includes time at Michigan State University and work at Franklin Hills Country Club. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Clifton Powell Jr. is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 31 years of industry experience, currently serving clients at LPL Financial since 2003. He participates in the Marcum LLP CPA Affiliate Program as of mid-2024. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that supports a diverse client base, including individuals and institutions, with a wide range of advisory and brokerage services.

Matthew Sebastian is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2018. Prior to his financial services career, he was employed at Novo Nordisk for nine years. Outside of finance, he is a partner in Sebastian Tree Farm, an agricultural business in Casco, Michigan. 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 scenarios. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services that encompass both standard wealth management and specialized investment strategies.

Lauren Wenzel Okwara is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with four years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked with Morgan Stanley since 2022, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. Outside of finance, she has experience with Shift Digital and has an academic background from the University of Notre Dame. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning using firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Michael Beckner is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Scottrade for 16 years before joining Ameriprise Financial Services in 2018. Outside of his advisory role, Beckner serves as a church treasurer, assisting with financial responsibilities. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement who meet certain asset criteria. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations delivered through a centralized consulting team.

Griffin Horne is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill since 2017, as well as time at the Ron Blue Institute and Indiana Wesleyan University. Merrill, along 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.

Shailly Misra is a financial advisor at Fidelity with five years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at firms including Superior National Bank, JPMorgan Bank, and Fifth Third Bank. Fidelity, through its Strategic Advisers LLC division, provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors. The firm utilizes a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage and advise funds, model portfolios, and registered investment companies.

Philip Ruggeri is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at LPL Financial since 2016. Additionally, he has served at First State Bank since 1985, where he is the Chief Financial Officer. Ruggeri also works as a college instructor outside of his investment-related activities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives. The firm serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions, offering a range of investment strategies, financial planning, and institutional platforms.

Sheryl Hale is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Troy, Michigan, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and access to various investment products and strategies.

Anthony Benvenuti serves as a Resident Director with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works with clients managing complex financial portfolios, including those with significant wealth derived from business ownership, executive compensation, and concentrated stock positions. Benvenuti and his team offer comprehensive wealth management services that integrate investment management with banking and lending resources from Merrill and Bank of America. Since 2008, Benvenuti has helped individuals, families, business owners, and executives navigate financial decisions related to retirement planning, business succession, liquidity strategies, and wealth transfer objectives. His areas of focus include affluent individuals and families, corporate executives, business owners, and entrepreneurs. Benvenuti holds a Bachelor's Degree from Central Michigan University and professional designations such as CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Outside of his professional responsibilities, he participates in community activities including volunteering with the Susan G Komen Foundation. He also enjoys cooking, gardening, golfing, ice hockey, racquetball, reading, soccer, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Arthur Onyx is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 27 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009 and has operated Arthur F. Onyx Accounting, specializing in tax preparation and bookkeeping, since 1980. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Kristina Graham is a CFP® professional with eight years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2018. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked at Paycom for five years. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and manages a vacation rental property in Johannesburg, Michigan. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm that serves over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, access to separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Justin Cattaneo is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Independent Bank, Cetera, The Huntington Investment Company, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, and PNC Investments. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses fact-finding, risk profiling, and modeling tools to tailor non-discretionary planning and consulting to client goals, supporting implementation through various advisory programs.

Christopher Brannan is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Birmingham, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining proprietary capital market research with wealth management services and institutional trading capabilities.

David Hudspeth is a financial advisor at Merrill with 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1981 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies constructed by internal and third-party managers.

Donald Denstaedt is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2024, he worked at Woodbury Financial Services Inc. and Sii Investments, and has been co-founder of Platinum Wealth Management Group since 2007. He also serves as Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Advanced Planning Education Group and teaches Investment Planning at Oakland University. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable investors through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing various tools and platforms to construct portfolios across multiple asset classes on discretionary or non-discretionary bases.

Renee Marone is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Troy, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a team of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering advisory services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.