Meet the Team

Mark T. Wojtas is an experienced Managing Partner at Kercheval Financial Group. With a focus on trust, estate planning strategies, and operations, he has spent his career helping clients navigate complex financial challenges. Mark holds a master's degree in business administration (MBA) from Wayne State University and the Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) designation from Cannon Trust School.

Mark started his career in 1987 at National Bank of Detroit’s 401(k) and profit-sharing group. He later worked as a trust administrator in the Master Trust Group before joining J.P. Morgan’s Private Bank in 1997. Over 18 years, he has served high-net-worth clients with wealth management, investment services, and estate planning strategies. After nearly 30 years in the industry, Mark co-founded Kercheval Financial Group to offer personalized, long-term financial advice and build lasting client relationships.

Mark is actively involved in community organizations, both personally and through his office. He is a member of the Financial and Estate Planning Council of Metro Detroit and has supported initiatives like Paint the Town and Habitat for Humanity. He is also a past member of the Economic Club of Traverse City and the Grand Traverse Area Estate Planning Council.

Outside of work, Mark enjoys spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. He is an avid woodworker, often spending weekends on projects. Originally from Dearborn Heights, Michigan, he now resides in Grosse Pointe, where he enjoys being an active member of his community.

Mark is known for his thoughtful, honest, and calming presence and his ability to provide clear, actionable financial solutions. He strives to make a meaningful difference in the lives of his clients.

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Andrew L. Camden brings decades of experience to his role as a managing partner of investments at Kercheval Financial Group. He joined Wells Fargo Advisors in 2015, after spending nearly 50 years at JPMorgan’s Private Bank and its predecessors. He is the senior member of his team and specializes in advising high-net-worth clients.

Andrew earned a bachelor’s degree in finance from Michigan State University and an MBA from the University of Detroit. He is a graduate of the National Graduate Trust School at Northwestern University and Leadership Detroit IV.

He is deeply committed to his community and is actively involved in several professional and civic organizations. His memberships include:

• Board member, Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
• Emeritus board member, Detroit Institute of Arts
• Chairman emeritus and board member, Museum Trustee Association, Baltimore, MD
• Board member, Chautauqua Foundation, Chautauqua, NY
• Past chairman and life board member, Planned Parenthood of Michigan
• Past chairman, Friends of Modern and Contemporary Art, Detroit Institute of Arts
• Past chairman, Founders Junior Council, Detroit Institute of Arts
• Past director and officer, Detroit Artists Market
• Past co-chairman, Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Art Committee
• Member, Old Newsboys’ Goodfellow Fund of Detroit
• Member, Financial and Estate Planning Council of Metropolitan Detroit
• Board member, Tannahill Planned Giving Advisory Council, Detroit Institute of Arts
• Member, legal, financial, and network committees of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
• Member, Leadership Detroit Alumni Association

Blake A. Ellis is a Managing Partner at Kercheval Financial Group, bringing more than 20 years of experience in wealth management. He specializes in managing client relationships, advising on portfolio strategies, and guiding clients through the complexities of estate planning strategies. Blake is committed to providing straightforward, actionable advice that meets each client’s unique needs.

Blake began his finance career at Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a triple-major in finance, accounting, and international studies and earned a minor in Spanish. He further honed his expertise with an MBA from the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business.

Blake started his career at PricewaterhouseCoopers in its Personal Financial Services group, where he obtained his certified public accountant (CPA) designation. He focused on tax planning, tax compliance, investment management and estate planning for high-net-worth families. He then joined J.P. Morgan Private Bank, where he worked on portfolio management and long-term financial planning.

Blake later co-founded a private wealth advisory team at Wells Fargo Advisors which ultimately transformed into Kercheval Financial Group, offering a full range of financial services, including family office solutions. Today, he leverages his extensive background to help clients navigate complex financial landscapes to help achieve their goals.

A proud Grosse Pointe native, Blake is actively involved in his community. He has served on the boards of the Detroit Institute of Arts and the Detroit Athletic Club Foundation and has participated and volunteered for many other nonprofits over the years.  He was Treasurer and President of the Founders Junior Council of the DIA and also served as Treasurer of the Friends of Modern and Contemporary Art at the DIA as well as Treasurer of the DAC Foundation.  In his personal time, Blake enjoys boating, fishing, landscaping, and most of all, spending time with his family.

Blake is the kind of person you can count on to show up and get things done—whether for his clients or the causes he believes in. He’s known for his practical advice, his ability to build lasting relationships, and his dedication to doing right by the people who trust him.

With more than 20 years in the financial industry, Eric Machus specializes in helping high-net-worth families navigate complex financial decisions. As a managing partner at Kercheval Financial Group, he focuses on investments and portfolio management, integrating these strategies within the broader framework of estate planning strategies and wealth advisory.

Eric holds a master's degree in business administration from Michigan State University and a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Colorado.

Before co-founding the Kercheval Financial Group, Eric spent six years at J.P. Morgan Private Bank, where he advised clients on everything from portfolio management to estate planning. His experience there gave him a deep understanding of the nuanced needs of families with significant wealth.

Earlier in his career, Eric worked as a portfolio manager and research analyst as well as corporate finance at Ford Motor Company. These roles have shaped his practical, analytical approach to wealth management, always with a focus on the bigger picture.

Outside of work, Eric supports community efforts such as Racquet Up Detroit, has served as past director and treasurer of the Birmingham Athletic Club and enjoys being active and spending time with family and friends.

As a managing partner, Noah Robinson has over 15 years of experience in wealth management, specializing in high-net-worth individuals, multi-generational wealth planning, and comprehensive investment strategies. He focuses on helping clients manage concentrated stock positions, develop philanthropic plans, and navigate trust and estate planning strategies.

Noah earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from Michigan State University and a master’s degree in finance from Walsh College. He holds the Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) designation, along with Series 7 and 66 registrations, and is licensed for life, accident, and health insurance.

As Managing Partner at Kercheval Financial Group, Noah works with a diverse group of clients, including high-net-worth families, business owners, corporate executives, multi-generational families, and non-profit foundations. Over the years, Noah and his team have implemented a wide range of legacy planning techniques, from basic estate strategies to more advanced methods, such as managing grantor retained annuity trusts, establishing generation-skipping trusts, and setting up tax-efficient charitable giving strategies.

Outside of work, Noah is involved in several community organizations. He serves on the advisory council of the Children’s Hospital of Michigan Foundation and is a board member for Blessings in a Backpack Michigan – Royal Oak. He’s also a past president of the Rotary Club of Royal Oak. Noah lives in Royal Oak with his wife, Zeina, and their three daughters: Audrey, Gabrielle, and Sophie.

Career
Rob started his career in the Commercial Loan Dept. as a loan officer trainee at National Bank of Detroit. After successfully completing the 2 year program, he spent 2 years as a Regional Lending Officer before joining the International Division in 1980. His 13 years in that division included 5 years on the Mexico desk and 8 years in the International Corporate Group. In 1993, Rob accepted a position in the Middle Market Corporate lending group, which had established an office in Schaumburg, ILL in 1990. In late 1995, Rob was transferred back to Michigan to work in the Private Bank and Investment Group at First Chicago—NBD Bank as a Trust Officer. 

Over the next 20 years, Rob worked as a trust administrator and wealth transfer advisor for long established clients of NBD Bank, Bank One, and ultimately JPMorgan Private Bank.  In December, 2016, after 39 years with JPMorgan and predecessor organizations, Rob joined the Wells Fargo Advisors Grosse Pointe Farms office – reuniting with several individuals that he had worked closely with during the last 20 years at JPMorgan. Rob was primarily raised in Grosse Pointe Farms, and returned to the community in 1976 after completing his Graduate Business School degree. 

Community
Rob is a long-time member of the Financial and Estate Planning Council of Metro Detroit and the Detroit Historical Society. He is a past member of the Rotary Club of Grosse Pointe and the Detroit Economic Club. He is also currently involved in committees related to several programs for expansion and membership initiatives at the Country Club of Detroit. 

Education
Rob received his BA in Psychology at Trinity College in Hartford, CT. and his MBA from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. He is also a graduate of Cannon Trust School.

Hazel Foster serves as a client associate at Kercheval Financial Group, where she supports both clients and advisors with care and attention to detail. She is committed to creating positive experiences and building strong relationships through every interaction.

Her career began in hospitality before transitioning to finance, giving her a unique perspective on service and collaboration. Hazel earned her degree from Northern Michigan University.

She was drawn to Kercheval Financial Group for its culture of teamwork and the genuine sense of support among colleagues. The collaborative environment aligns closely with her own work ethic and values.

Outside of work, Hazel spends much of her time sailing on the Great Lakes. She has competed in several Chicago to Mackinac and Port Huron to Mackinac races, as well as the Trans Superior race. Whether racing or enjoying relaxed sails with her family on Lake St. Clair, she finds that time on the water brings both focus and balance, qualities that carry into her professional life as well.