Vito Guarano is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Farmington Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and totaling 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2002, including his current role at Ameriprise since 2020. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written Recommendation Reports and ongoing retirement planning advice focused on income stability and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Ryan Gliwa is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Livonia, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2017. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeting individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Whitney Bonaquist is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2018 and previously held roles at Dynamic Metals Group and Great Lakes Woodworking. Outside of her advisory work, Bonaquist owns and operates Elevate New Hudson, a business focused on creating and selling handmade merchandise such as t-shirts, jewelry, and original artwork. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser that provides a wide range of financial planning and advisory services to individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and methodologies in its approach.

Aaron Tonna is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2023. He has worked with Fidelity Investments since 2020, serving previously as a Planning Consultant and an Investment Consultant. Prior to joining Fidelity, Aaron held roles at Vanguard, including Investment Sales Consultant, Account Transition Specialist, and Operations Associate from 2017 to 2020. Throughout his career, Aaron has developed experience in financial planning, investment consulting, and account management. He emphasizes building strong relationships and trust with his clients to provide financial plans tailored to their individual goals.

Grant Lowery is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Northville, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He also works as an associate at Scott Lowery, CPA, PC, where he manages office operations and prepares tax returns. His career includes prior roles at Quicken Loans and extensive experience within Raymond James Financial Services. 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 investors. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports municipal and public-finance work through unique affiliations.

George Al Ghishan is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 designations and has been with J.P. Morgan-affiliated entities since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative screens with qualitative research to build model asset allocations and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Melissa Frantz is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Plymouth, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to produce written Recommendation Reports. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Theodora Obilo is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She has more than fifteen years of experience in the financial industry, with her career including a ten-year tenure at JPMorgan in private wealth management. Theo holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) certification and the Chartered SRI Counselor (CSRIC) designation, focusing on socially responsible and ESG investing strategies. Theo earned both her Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Finance degrees from Walsh College of Accountancy and Business. Her expertise encompasses a range of client focus areas including college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, philanthropic planning, and portfolio management services. Outside of her professional role, Theo resides in South Lyon, Michigan with her husband and twin daughters. She is involved in several community organizations such as the Children's Foundation, Habitat for Humanity, Red Cross, and Susan G Komen. Theo and her family enjoy traveling, staying active, and exploring different cultures together.

Parizad Chinoy is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Novi, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 14 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Morgan Stanley, E*TRADE, and JP Morgan Securities. Outside of investment advising, she and her husband own and rent several residential properties. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program, offering a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management with access to multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investments.

Jennifer Rumschlag Mejia is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. since 2017 and has worked at Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 1997. In addition to her role at Raymond James, she is a partner at R2 Financial Planning, LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using analytical tools to support client goals and maintains specialized programs in public finance and SIMPLE IRA employer advisory services.

Debbie O'parka is a financial advisor with Merrill in Bloomfield Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2005, with a one-year tenure at UBS Financial Services from 2012 to 2013. 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, and various institutional entities.

Hunter Washington is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and as an independent contractor for Berkshire Hathaway. He also presents seminars for White Glove Workshops. 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, with advice delivered through a large network of investment adviser representatives using a variety of investment strategies.

Michael Reed is a CFP® professional with seven years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2018. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked for ten years at E&J Gallo Winery. He is the president of a local business networking group in Clarkston, MI. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Andrew Boyd is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Edward Jones in Northville, MI, where he has worked since 2019. He has seven years of industry experience and previously held roles at Kellog Catering and Domino’s Pizza LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a wide range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Robert Hamilton is a Private Wealth Advisor with Merrill Private Wealth Management. He began his career as a Financial Advisor at Merrill in 1974 and joined Merrill Private Wealth Management, formerly known as the Private Banking and Investment Group, in 2007. In his current role, Robert works closely with a select group of households to define their financial goals and develop customized plans tailored to their priorities. Robert’s expertise includes investment management with a focus on strategic core portfolios, tactical opportunities, and asset allocation strategies for sophisticated clients. He serves as a Portfolio Manager in the Merrill Investment Advisory Program, managing personalized or defined strategies on a discretionary basis. These strategies may incorporate individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment approaches. His areas of focus also encompass discretionary portfolio management, municipal bonds, hedge funds, private equity, securities-based lending, mortgage lending, and risk management. Robert holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He and his wife Dannielle have lived in Franklin, Michigan since 1991, and they have two children. His personal interests include photography, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Gregory Voyles is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Canton, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of advising, he manages an LLC that oversees office leasing for Ameriprise P2 Advisors. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on clients nearing or in retirement who meet certain asset thresholds. The firm combines research and modeling with tax-efficient strategies to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Kara Case is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 10 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2019 and previously held positions at Centaurus Financial Inc. and JPMorgan Chase Bank NA. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, including access to third-party asset managers and institutional platforms.

David Herbeck is the Vice President, Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. Prior to this role, he served in several positions at Fidelity Investments, including Financial Consultant from 2022 to 2025 and Investment Consultant from 2021 to 2022. He has additional experience as a Financial Advisor at PNC Investments from 2018 to 2021. Earlier in his career, he worked at Sigma Financial Corporation as a Registered Representative and at SPC as an Investment Advisor Representative from 2017 to 2018. In his role as Vice President Financial Consultant, David works closely with clients to understand their financial goals and develop personalized financial plans tailored to their unique needs.

Brett Bujdos is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals and families to help them make informed financial decisions through significant life transitions, such as career changes, divorce, and retirement. Brett focuses on providing clear and proactive guidance to assist his clients in protecting their wealth and fully enjoying their lives. He has expertise in college education planning, personal retirement planning, and tax minimization. Brett is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He holds a bachelor's degree from Michigan State University and attended The Catholic University of America. Brett is involved in his community through participation in the 3rd Decade and the Berkley High School Baseball Program. His personal interests include baseball, golfing, reading, traveling, and yoga.

Dyllon Mac Dougall is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Farmington Hills, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and Ameriprise. Outside of his advisory work, he is the owner of DMS Games LLC, a streaming service. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and asset management solutions delivered through a large network of investment adviser representatives.