Thomas Welch is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Farmington Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools supported by its Global Investment Committee.

Brian Shindeldecker is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Farmington Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Erin Ross is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in White Lake, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing detailed recommendation reports on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver tailored advice, primarily for clients with assets managed within Ameriprise accounts.

Christian Nieman is a CFP® professional affiliated with Raymond James & Associates, bringing 31 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and UBS Financial Services. He serves on the finance committee of The Judson Center, a nonprofit organization focused on children and youth. 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 charitable organizations—and offers financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services.

Eric Wojciechowski is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Birmingham, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. He worked at Charles Schwab for 22 years before joining Raymond James in 2025. Outside of advising, he owns and manages a rental property through his LLC. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, institutions, charitable organizations, and public entities. The firm offers financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional advisory services, utilizing a range of portfolio management styles supported by in-house research and external sub-advisers.

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 with 38 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James & Associates since 2019 and previously spent 11 years at UBS Financial Services Inc. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves individuals, institutions, pension plans, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering a range of financial planning and consulting services supported by extensive research and portfolio management resources.

Jonathan Mc Clain is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has been with J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2018. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Kristen Charlton is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 27 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 17 years. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers advisory programs with tailored investment strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers, supported by a wide range of portfolio management and financial planning services.

Luke Bageris is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Shawmut LLC for four years and has held positions outside the financial sector, including at Plum Hollow Country Club. 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 broad client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering tailored financial planning and consulting services primarily through non-discretionary relationships.

Jodi Goodhew is a financial advisor with Merrill in Farmington Hills, MI, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses with 12 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2020, she worked in education at Novi Woods Elementary and in retail at Kirklands. Outside of her advisory role, she is a joint owner of a long-term rental property. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Robert Finn is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he assists with event planning and operations at Tricia Finn Events, LLC, a family wedding and event planning business. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Gary Meharg is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 43 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Securities America Advisors, Inc. and Securities America, Inc., along with long-term involvement in insurance through Professional Insurance Management, Inc. and Financial Synergy Group, Ltd. He continues to own interests in these insurance and financial services businesses. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services supported by research, model portfolios, and various technology-driven solutions.

David Thomas is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 48 years of industry experience. He is currently with OSAIC, joining the firm in 2023, and previously worked at Thomas Financial Company, LLC and Fsc Securities Corporation, Inc. He is involved in promoting and selling life insurance products and estate planning through his own financial company. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services, utilizing advanced asset-allocation tools and multiple third-party platforms to manage portfolios across various asset classes.

Peter Buhl is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with clients to develop personalized strategies aimed at supporting their long-term financial goals. He joined Fidelity Investments in 2023 and has held several roles within the company, including Financial Representative and Investment Consultant. Throughout his tenure at Fidelity, Peter has gained experience in financial consultation and investment advising. His progression within the firm reflects his commitment to assisting clients in managing their financial portfolios. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Peter has interests in cars, fitness, football, golf, soccer, and traveling.

Kevin Elbinger is a CFP® professional with 29 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera where he has worked since 2013. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and operates out of Farmington Hills, MI. Outside of his advisory role, Elbinger serves as a board member for the Jewish Federation of Metro Detroit and ORT America - Michigan Region, participating in fundraising activities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, as well as institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a broad network of independent advisors and utilizes a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary investment options.

Radhika Upadhyaya is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. She previously worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities Inc before joining Wells Fargo, where she has been employed since 2017. 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 combines brokerage and advisory solutions and manages roughly $671 billion in assets with over 14,000 financial advisors.

Makram Talia is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 47 years of industry experience. He was previously with UBS Financial Services for 15 years before joining Raymond James in 2026. Outside of his advisory role, he has been involved as an investor and partner in a real estate venture. 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, pension plans, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Melissa Marrero is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has worked with Bank One since 1997 and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, including a role at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2022. 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 network of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision authority.

Calvin George is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity in 2025, he spent 11 years at Georgetown Wholesale LLC, where he was the sole proprietor and handled bookkeeping for a wholesale business selling items on Amazon. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management as well as fund advisory services. The firm employs a systematic investment process that combines fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.