ABOUT THRIVE RETIREMENT SPECIALISTS Standing out from our industry’s b#llsh!t, we introduce a new business model that applies the latest retirement research to deliver “reality-based” retirement planning, representing an evolutionary step forward in how people prepare for and thrive during retirement. We arm you with a framework to make better decisions based on your unique circumstances, enabling you to avoid unnecessary sacrifices symptomatic of following conventional “rules of thumb” intended for the masses. The result is living a more rewarding life optimized for contentment. ThriveRetire is an all-in-one, flat-fee service that includes: • Retirement Planning • Tax Planning • Investment Management • And more! ABOUT MICHAEL NEMICK, CFP® Prior to founding Thrive Retirement Specialists, Mike was a Senior Financial Planner, serving high-net-worth clients and mentoring other financial planners. Mike has guided more than 240 high-net-worth individuals and families with aggregate investable assets of nearly $500 million on all aspects of their financial well-being, including retirement planning, investments, tax planning and preparation, and goal clarification. EDUCATION: • BBA of Personal Financial Planning, Western Michigan University CREDENTIALS: • CERTIFIED FINANICAL PLANNERTM (CFP®)

ABOUT THRIVE RETIREMENT SPECIALISTS Standing out in our industry's “sea of sameness” and b#llsh!t, we introduce a new business model that applies the latest retirement research to deliver “reality-based” retirement planning, representing an evolutionary step forward in how people prepare for and thrive during retirement. We arm you with a framework to make better decisions based on your unique circumstances, enabling you to avoid unnecessary sacrifices symptomatic of following conventional “rules of thumb” intended for the masses. The result is living a more rewarding life optimized for contentment. ThriveRetire is an all-in-one, flat-fee service that includes: • Retirement Planning • Tax Planning • Investment Management • And more! ABOUT ANTHONY WATSON, CFA, CFP®, RICP® Prior to founding Thrive Retirement Specialists, Tony served as a Chief Investment Officer, providing advice and investment management services to over 600 individuals representing over $1.5 billion of investments. Before this, Tony served as Vice President at J.P. Morgan Private Bank, where he advised high- and ultra-high net worth individuals on all matters of wealth, including investments, portfolio construction, portfolio management, and retirement planning. EDUCATION: • BBA of Finance, Walsh College • MBA, University of Michigan, Ross School of Business CREDENTIALS: • Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) • CERTIFIED FINANICAL PLANNERTM (CFP®) • Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP®)

Ian Mc Guire is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role as a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor, he works closely with clients to understand their financial goals and develop strategies tailored to their short-, mid-, and long-term objectives. He provides guidance on a range of financial matters including investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected expenses. Additionally, he connects clients with Bank of America specialists for services such as banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Ian's expertise lies in helping clients manage competing financial priorities, such as home buying, education funding, elder care, and healthcare needs. He collaborates with clients to define clear goals and select portfolio strategies designed to achieve them, offering ongoing advice and adapting plans as clients' situations evolve. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Ian earned a Bachelor's Degree from Olivet Nazarene University.

Christopher Mizzi is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on helping clients develop comprehensive wealth plans that address their expenses, income, objectives, risk, and risk tolerance. He assists in implementing these plans by analyzing market conditions, investments, and related data to create strategies aimed at meeting clients' long-term financial goals. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Arizona State University and a Master's Degree from the University of Detroit. Christopher has earned the professional designations of Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). In addition to his professional work, he participates in community service through volunteer efforts with local organizations.