I P E X is an investment consulting firm located in the metropolitan Detroit, Michigan area. The firm works with clients throughout the United States. I P E X was founded in 1995 when we purchased the assets of our predecessor firm and assumed its operations. The firm's principals and most of its clients were affiliated with the predecessor firm, which was founded in 1988. Therefore, for all practical purposes, I P E X has operated continuously as a consulting firm for the past 13 years. I P E X operates as an independent firm, without any affiliation with any financial institution.