Joi Rushing is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at JPMorgan Securities LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, and Morgan Stanley. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as treasurer and chair of the budget committee for Tee Set Golf Club, a 501(c)(4) social golf club that raises funds for scholarships, and is a board member of Detroit Future City, a nonprofit focused on equitable and sustainable growth in Detroit. 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 strategies developed by internal teams and third-party managers for individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Stephanie Brown is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. She previously worked at infinex Investments, Inc. for eight years and has been affiliated with Flagstar Bank for 20 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 a range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives and a variety of strategic investment options.

Cynthia Bardel Switlik is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She joined Merrill in 2011 and brings expertise in personalized, goals-based wealth planning with a focus on integrated wealth management, portfolio risk management, and tax-efficient strategies. Cynthia works closely with clients on education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, philanthropic planning, retirement income, and tax minimization. She holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certificant, awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. Cynthia earned a Bachelor's degree from Michigan State University and a Master's degree in Accountancy from Walsh College. Her advisory practice emphasizes objective, fiduciary management and utilizes the resources of Bank of America and Merrill to align investment strategies with clients’ individual situations. Outside of her professional role, Cynthia enjoys hiking, practicing yoga, and spending time with her family.

Geoffrey Orbach is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Southfield, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2013. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored advice, primarily for clients holding assets in Ameriprise-managed accounts.

Sidhdharth Sheth is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 37 years of industry experience, currently with UBS Financial Services Inc. since 2008. He serves on the advisory committee of Orchard Lake Country Club, advising on financial operations, and has held board roles with Cranbrook, a private school, and Seen Magazine, a monthly social publication. UBS Financial Services Inc. provides a range of brokerage and investment advisory services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management to deliver customized financial solutions.

Carl Erickson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Waterford, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2023, he worked at Capital Analysts and Lyons Financial Group. Outside of advising, Erickson is a co-owner of Detroit National Brewing Company, LLC, a former beer company that now receives royalty payments from a brand sale, and serves as Treasurer on the board of the Sylvan Shores Improvement Association. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services targeting individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing written, non-discretionary recommendation reports that integrate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. The firm combines advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities and employs algorithmic automation overseen by dedicated committees to generate personalized retirement income recommendations.

Karen Balow is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, where she has worked for 20 years. She has 21 years of industry experience and is based in Birmingham, MI. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Kelley Saros is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities based in Birmingham, MI. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 13 years of experience with JPMorgan Chase Bank NA and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting for plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework when appropriate.

Charles Anderson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Clarkston, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services both directly to individuals and through Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Anthony Bonner is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Rochester, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 26 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Sigma Planning Corporation, Sigma Financial Corporation, Raymond James & Associates, and FSC Securities Corporation. He is also the owner of Trinitas Tax, a tax preparation and accounting business. 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, supporting advisors with a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies.

Mark Fudold is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Troy, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009 and also works with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and market simulations.

Adam Miller is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and offering 19 years of industry experience. He worked at Commonwealth Financial Network for 18 years before joining Raymond James in 2025. His outside business activities include operating ACM Financial LLC, a support company maintained for tax purposes. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and offers specialized services such as municipal advisory work and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory programs.

Sufia Choudhury is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Merrill with two years at the firm and a total of one year of industry experience. Her prior experience includes six years at Bank of America and three years at Estee Lauder Mac Cosmetics. 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.

Michelle Schneider is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been affiliated with Merrill since 1998 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she is developing a travel advisory side business, Calm Currents Travel LLC, and works as a consultant for travel-related services. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Antonio Bugli is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Antonio holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Michigan System. Antonio's professional focus is on providing clients with comprehensive financial strategies tailored to their individual needs. Outside of his professional work, Antonio enjoys football, golfing, hiking, hunting, pickleball, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Michael Van Brienen is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services in Troy, MI, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has worked within various Ameriprise entities since 2007. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in independent insurance brokering through GUARDIAN. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement-income planning that includes written recommendations and annual advice, using a combination of internal research and third-party data within a non-discretionary implementation framework.

Nicholas Batschynsky is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 designation and approximately one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Commonwealth Financial Network and Quantum Ventures, as well as academic engagements at the University of Notre Dame and Michigan State University. 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, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive operational tools and a large network of advisors.

Colleen Schon is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Clarkston, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2005. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member and fundraiser for the nonprofit Funding the Future and is treasurer of The Alexander Foundation. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional services, employing a range of portfolio management styles supported by firm research and affiliated sub-advisers.

Shondra Decker is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise in Troy, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 12 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Lamb Dairy and Prudential Insurance Company of America. Outside of advising, she is employed at Louie's Family Restaurant, where she works in various service positions. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a broad client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm primarily uses model-driven investment approaches developed by internal and third-party strategists and offers a range of financial planning, consulting, and access to third-party asset managers.

Benjamin Norrito is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Troy, MI. He holds the Series 66 designation and has approximately one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he worked at Table 74 and has experience in various roles at Central Michigan University, Detroit Build, Texas Roadhouse, and Henry Ford II High School. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs delivered through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers.