Meet Our Team
Michigan
Scott J. Mazius
Co-Founder and President
Scott is a graduate of Indiana University with a degree in Accounting and a minor in Finance. He received his MBA in Finance and Corporate Planning from Seton Hall University/Roosevelt University. Scott is also the Founder of Mazius Consulting which has been in business since 1992 as a Financial Consulting and Tax Service company.
Scott is a Financial Advisor offering Securities through Cetera Advisors LLC, (doing insurance business in CA as CFGA Insurance Agency LLC, CA license # 0I32305). Member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory Services offered through Cetera Investment Advisers LLC, a registered investment adviser. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity. CA Insurance Lic.# 0B63111.
Scott works closely with each client creating long-term strategies designed to achieve their specific investment goals and objectives by providing comprehensive wealth management consulting and retirement planning solutions.
John K. Ferry, CWS ®, RICP®, CPFA, AIF®
Co-Founder and Executive Vice President, Certified Wealth Strategist ®, Retirement Income Certified Professional®, Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor, Accredited Investment Fiduciary ®
John is a graduate of Seton Hall University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. He is a Financial Advisor offering Securities through Cetera Advisors LLC (doing insurance business in CA as CFGA Insurance Agency LLC, CA License #0I32305), Member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory Services are offered through Cetera Investment Advisers LLC, a registered investment adviser. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity. John holds Series 7 & 66 securities registrations, as well as Life, Accident and Health Insurance licenses (CA Insurance Lic. #0I13642).
With a career built on forming lifelong client relationships, John specializes in serving medical professionals, business owners, and individuals seeking comprehensive wealth management and business retirement plan solutions. His practice is centered on helping clients pursue, achieve, and preserve long-term financial success by developing, implementing, and monitoring strategies designed to grow, protect, and transfer wealth across generations.
John takes a holistic approach to financial planning — going beyond investments to help clients navigate an ever-evolving financial landscape. His philosophy is grounded in anticipating and identifying financial challenges on the horizon, empowering clients to plan proactively for today, tomorrow, and beyond.
John holds four distinguished professional designations. As a Certified Wealth Strategist® (CWS®), a designation awarded to advisors who have completed a rigorous program of study addressing the complex wealth management issues facing clients today. Together, these credentials reflect John’s deep commitment to technical excellence, fiduciary standards, and client-centered practice management. As a Retirement Income Certified Professional® (RICP®), John has completed an advanced program of study focused on retirement income planning, equipping him to help clients develop sustainable income strategies, navigate Social Security and Medicare decisions, and address the full spectrum of retirement planning challenges. As a Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) — a designation developed by the National Association of Plan Advisors (NAPA) Retirement Plan Academy — he has demonstrated the expertise required to act as a plan fiduciary and guide fellow fiduciaries in their management roles and responsibilities. As an Accredited Investment Fiduciary® (AIF®), John has completed specialized training focused on a prudent process for investment management and fiduciary responsibility, affirming his commitment to always acting in his clients’ best interests.
Outside the office, John enjoys traveling, boating, cycling, and hiking. He is an avid fly tier and fisherman and finds equal enjoyment in gardening and spending quality time with family and friends.
Our Alliances
Michigan
Michael K. Eilander, CWS®
Certified Wealth Strategist®
248-282-0550
You can learn more about Mike by contacting him directly via by phone or email.
Mike is a Certified Wealth Strategist®. He is a professional veteran in the wealth management field who brings over a decade of experience in proven wealth accumulation and preservation strategies to a select clientele.
Mike is the Owner and President of Alliance Wealth Management, LLC. His practice is focused and specializes in meeting the unique needs of physicians, dentists, business owners and accredited investors. As a member of our group, Mike will provide our clients the most distinctive and intelligent options in the market today as we implement the plan that works best for you.
Financial Advisor offering Securities through Cetera Advisors LLC, (doing insurance business in CA as CFGA Insurance Agency LLC, CA license # 0I32305). Member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory Services offered through Cetera Investment Advisers LLC, a registered investment adviser. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity.
Michael P. Witzke - Attorney at Law; McDonald Hopkins
A native Michigander, Michael attended Michigan State University as an undergrad and graduate student attaining his Juris Doctor degree. A Chartered Life Underwriter and Chartered Financial Consultant, Michael holds the Retirement Planning Specialist designation from the University of Pennsylvania - Wharton School.
In his practice, Michael's areas of focus are in Estate Planning; Charitable Giving; Probate and Estate Administration; Trust Administration; Special Needs Trust; Business Succession Planning; and Elder Law all with a eye on helping clients protect and transfer wealth efficiently.
Michael is a member of the Probate and Estate Planning and Taxation Sections of the State Bar of Michigan and a past president of the Financial Planning Association of Michigan. He is also a member of the Board of Directors for Crossroads for Youth and the Clarkston Foundation and a member of the Planned Giving Advisory committees of Wayne State University and the Community House in Birmingham. Please visit Mike's Firm by visiting http://www.mcdonaldhopkins.com.
Michael Witzke nor McDonald Hopkins is neither endorsed by nor affiliated with First Allied Securities, Inc.
Florida
Warren Weeks
President, Adams Financial
321-452-8727
30 N.Grove St.
Suite G
Merritt Island, FL 32953
Warren is a graduate from University of Florida in 1972 with a BA. He worked for Morgan Stanley for 10 years as a Financial Advisor and became Vice President of the Investment Division before transitioning to Adams Financial Services. Warren had worked for Adams Financial Services for 4 years before he become the owner in 2008.
Warren is the Owner and President of Adams Financial. His practice is focused and specializes in meeting the unique needs of physicians, dentists, and business owners and accredited investors. As a member of our group, Warren will provide our clients the most distinctive and intelligent options in the market today as we implement the plan that works best for you.
Financial Advisor offering Securities through Cetera Advisors LLC, (doing insurance business in CA as CFGA Insurance Agency LLC, CA license # 0I32305). Member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory Services offered through Cetera Investment Advisers LLC, a registered investment adviser. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity.