Blake Griffith is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his career in 2025. Prior to joining Raymond James, he worked at JP Morgan and has an academic background from Michigan State University. He also has experience working at Great Oaks Country Club. 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, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and municipal advisory services through a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Brett Rude is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Ameriprise, Comerica Securities, and other firms. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional advisory services.

Shane Moran is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill in 2025 after spending four years at a national accounting firm, where he developed strong client service and relationship-building skills. Shane focuses on Divorce Transition Planning, Family Wealth Management Strategies, and Legacy Planning, assisting individuals and families in achieving their financial goals through personalized strategies and tactical guidance. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Michigan State University and carries the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Prior to this, he attended Henry Ford College and Schoolcraft College without completing a degree, and graduated from Dearborn High School. Shane's experience includes a background in college basketball, reflecting his competitive spirit. Originally from Dearborn and now residing in Wyandotte, Shane is engaged in his local community as a member of his church. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys various sports such as basketball, golf, baseball, and football, along with cooking, fishing, traveling, and spending time with his wife, Tess.

Issac Power is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at New York Life and NYLIFE Securities, as well as experience in education at high schools and Baylor University. In addition to advisory work, he is an insurance agent involved in the sale of fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base that includes individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services through a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary program options.

William Mokma is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Belmont, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 28 years of industry experience. His work history includes over two decades with Huntington National Bank and Huntington Investment Company prior to joining Ameriprise in 2026. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Ameriprise Premier Retirement Income service, which provides written recommendation reports and ongoing tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Eric Wojciechowski is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Birmingham, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He previously spent 22 years at Charles Schwab before joining Raymond James in 2025. Outside of his advisory role, he manages a rental property through a personal LLC. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional advisory services, utilizing a variety of portfolio management approaches supported by firm research and affiliated sub-advisers.

Joseph Banaszewski is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and over 32 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial (formerly LINSCO/PRIVATE LEDGER CORP.) since 2000. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an assistant baseball coach at Grosse Pointe North High School. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Laura Forlines is a financial advisor at Merrill with 31 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1996 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Merrill, alongside 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Anthony Lott is a CFP® professional at Raymond James & Associates with 39 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. and Merrill. He is based in Bloomfield Hills, MI. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional consulting, utilizing a variety of portfolio management styles supported by affiliated research and sub-advisers.

Frank Dilorenzo is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Shelby Township, MI, holding a Series 66 credential and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he is co-owner of two real estate businesses that manage properties for capital gains and development opportunities. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver customized, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm also offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies.

Kristen Charlton is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has 28 years of industry experience, previously working at UBS Financial Services for 17 years and Wells Fargo Clearing for 8 years. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutional clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services tailored to each client’s risk profile, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Patrick Fleming is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Sterling Heights, MI, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses with 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at United Shore, Cco Investment Services, and Charter One Bank. He has been with Ameriprise since 2019. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, 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 in a centralized consulting approach and offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Robert Palma Jr. is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Regal Investment Advisors, Lincoln Investment, and Merrill. He serves as treasurer for the Troy Foundation of Educational Excellence. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary management across multiple platforms and custodians, including proprietary model strategies under the Founders Gate Capital brand.

Ronald Hebert is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in Southfield, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and having 25 years of industry experience. He has been with MML Investors Services, Inc. and MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 2000. Outside of his advisory work, he volunteers as a part-time youth lacrosse coach. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC provides financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm’s approach includes collaborative annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved software, with recommended investment categories rather than specific products, and offers a range of programs including money-manager services and educational seminars.

Nathan Kniesteadt is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Troy, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and currently in his first year in the industry. His background includes involvement with youth hockey organizations and local business ventures. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party asset managers.

David Thomas is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 48 years of industry experience. He is currently with OSAIC and has held roles at Thomas Financial Company, LLC and Fsc Securities Corporation, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in promoting and selling life insurance products and estate planning through his own firm, Thomas Financial Company. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a multi-advisor platform with brokerage and advisory services focused on model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and a variety of investment management programs.

Beth Connolly is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 17 years of industry experience. She has held positions at Morgan Stanley since 2019 and previously worked at Neuberger Berman LLC from 2013 to 2017. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Radhika Upadhyaya is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Birmingham, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 12 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities Inc before joining Wells Fargo Bank, nA and Wells Fargo Clearing. 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 combines brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Ross Armstrong is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Troy, Michigan. He holds a Series 66 designation and has three years of industry experience. Outside of his advisory role, he is a sales associate at Time Travelers, a comics, cards, and collectibles business. Equitable Advisors serves individual clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and utilizes both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Troy Tiseo is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Macomb, MI, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Huntington National Bank, F.B. Wright, and Tekton. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies and affiliated investment products, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.