Kelly Ballor

Stephanie, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) professional, is dedicated to simplifying the complexities of finances. Her passion lies in guiding clients to achieve their financial goals, drawing on her personal experiences as a mom who understands the everyday challenges of balancing money and family. Stephanie enjoys helping women take charge of their finances. She believes financial education is important and wants her clients to feel like they understand what they are investing in and become empowered with their finances. She specializes in helping women navigate difficult situations such as divorce, losing a spouse, or starting a business. Stephanie holds a BSBA undergraduate degree with a major in personal financial planning. Furthering her education, she earned a master's degree in advanced financial planning with a focus on financial therapy at Kansas State University. As the former president of The Financial Planning Association of Michigan (FPA), Stephanie actively contributed to various committees, including education, NexGen, mentorship, and symposium. Currently serving as the co-chair of the career development committee, she believes in the importance of advancing the financial planning profession. Stephanie is deeply committed to mentoring financial planning students across the state, advocating for women's participation in the profession, and fostering industry connections. In her leisure, Stephanie enjoys spending time with friends and family by the lake, at concerts, or while traveling. With a love for people and relationships, she enjoys entertaining, hosting gatherings, and bringing festive decorations to every holiday celebration. She is heavily involved in her community and is a CASA volunteer. She also started a non-profit, Once Upon a Room Grand Rapids, which decorates hospital rooms for children experiencing a long-term stay

There is something we have in common. We all have financial resources that we have to figure out how to steward. As you journey in your financial life, it can be difficult to make decisions along the way. Having a trusted advisor is essential to navigating the now and planning for the future. As your advisor, I specialize in helping clients develop a plan that fits their unique situation. We will consider all areas of your financial life as we work together to chart a course forward. Income tax planning Investment planning Retirement planning Charitable giving Cash flow planning Insurance planning Education planning Estate planning It is my desire to be a guide along the journey and help you make your plan a reality. If you would like clarity and direction in your financial life, or someone to help keep you on course, I’d love to have a conversation about working together.

Bradley Berger is a Wealth Management Advisor with the Weemes/Berger Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with the group since 2013, providing tailored wealth management services focused on family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Brad emphasizes a comprehensive approach that connects all aspects of a client’s financial life to prioritize and pursue their important goals. Brad earned a bachelor's degree in Finance from the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University and obtained his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification in 2016. He also holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. His professional focus includes delivering personalized advice through goals-based planning, investment research, and diligent client service. Additionally, Brad and his team assist clients with home financing, banking needs, commercial lending, insurance strategies, custom lending, and trust services. Outside of his professional work, Brad lives in East Grand Rapids with his wife and son. He is involved with The First Tee of West Michigan and enjoys recreational activities such as tennis, golf, platform tennis, and fly fishing.