Brighton, MI Maltby Road Office

Steven Thoms is a Financial Advisor and Senior Portfolio Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in helping clients with family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. He emphasizes an educational and collaborative approach, working closely with clients to create personalized strategies that address their unique financial situations and long-term goals. Before becoming a financial advisor, Steven built a 20-year career in commercial banking, serving in roles from credit analyst to senior loan officer at both community and national institutions. His interest in investing began in his teenage years, influenced by his uncle who taught him how to analyze financial data and evaluate strategies. Steven holds a Bachelor's Degree from Siena Heights University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Steven lives in Chelsea, Michigan, with his wife, Susan, and their dog, Millie. He is involved in his community through participation in Rotary International and various chamber organizations, and he has served on boards and coached youth sports. Currently, he referees high school soccer and is an active member of Bayview Yacht Club, where he races sailboats. His personal interests include adventure sports, biking, boating, cooking, hiking, hunting, and spending time with his family.

John Kamal is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in providing financial services to small business owners, pilots, and corporate executives. He applies his entrepreneurial background to help clients identify efficiencies and reduce operational costs in their businesses, as well as assist with succession and retirement planning. His client focus includes areas such as college education planning, divorce transition planning, executive compensation, family wealth management, legacy and liquidity management, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, and retirement income. John holds a Bachelor's Degree from Michigan State University and the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He has experience in individual and corporate investment strategy and emphasizes helping clients manage their money and retirement assets effectively. Outside of his professional role, John engages in adventure sports, basketball, biking, boating, boxing, football, skiing, and spending time with his family.