Ladi Phillips

Education & Designations I have a bit of a healthy obsession with learning. I am a proud graduate of Olney Central College, where I now get the pleasure of serving on the Foundation Board. I received my B.S. in Finance from Eastern Illinois University and my Masters in Personal Financial Planning from CFFP. Along the way, I’ve earned a few other designations. I am a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Professional as well as an Enrolled Agent. Outside of my work as an advisor, I teach courses in business and finance at Vincennes University. Work History While in college I worked for a couple of banks, but my first position with true financial planning experience was with a firm in Urbana, IL in 2010. I consider myself blessed to have avoided the insurance sales or door knocking gigs so many “advisors” start out with. At Franklin Wealth Advisors, I was able to learn from an expert with several decades of experience and an undeniable passion for the work. At the end of 2014, I left FWA to move back home to join a local bank. From the end of 2014 to Spring 2021 I provided financial planning services, managed the investment assets for the Trust department, and lead the IL Wealth Management team. I worked with families in all stages of life to develop and implement plans to achieve their goals. At the end of 2020, I decided it was time to move on and begin plans for a new journey – starting my own firm. My goal for Rude Wealth Advisory is to narrow my focus to a smaller group of clients, allowing me to provide a superior level of personalized service. Personal / Family My husband, Bill, and I have been together since 2010 and married since 2013. We are both originally from Richland County, so the decision to move “home” in 2014 was mutual. We have two kids, Olivia & Henry, and are grateful to have both sets of grandparents along with siblings, cousins, aunts, uncles, etc. living close by. As a family, we love being active outside and traveling to new places. My “Why” Our work plays a critical role in our identities, whether we realize it or not. It brings to light our strengths and weaknesses and provides affirmation of our life’s purpose. We all have unlimited potential to positively impact others, and I consider myself blessed to have found the connection between providing value to others and meaning to myself in such a rewarding field. I’ve always had a passion for numbers and business. When inside the wrapper of helping families reach their goals, this work is even more fulfilling.

Dylan Seessengood is a financial advisor at Rude Wealth Advisory with a Series 65 credential and one year of industry experience. His work history includes multiple roles at Rude Wealth Advisory and prior positions at Green Acres and Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Rude Wealth Advisory is a small, team-based registered investment adviser managing approximately $54 million for about 156 clients. The firm serves individuals, families, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities, offering investment management alongside financial planning, retirement plan consulting, tax preparation, and accounting services.

Ashlee Vaughn is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with two years of industry experience, currently with Rude Wealth Advisory. Prior to joining the firm, she worked at TrustBank for three years and has experience outside finance in the food service and education sectors. Rude Wealth Advisory is a team-based registered investment adviser managing approximately $54 million for a diverse client base including individuals, families, trusts, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers a combination of investment management, financial planning, retirement consulting, tax preparation, and accounting services, with a focus on individualized investment plans and workplace financial wellness programming.

Education & Designations I am a 2020 graduate of Olney Central College with an Associate's Degree in Business, and a 2022 graduate of Eastern Illinois University with a B.S. in Business with a focus on Personal Financial Planning. I am a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ as of April 2026, and intend to strive to further my education to best serve our clients! Work History I started in the financial industry in college as a bank teller, and quickly found a passion for serving others in my day-to-day work. While in college, I learned about the CFP®️ education program and found my way to financial planning/advising afterwards. After graduating in 2022, I landed at a firm based in Evansville, IN, where I worked in an operations capacity with life insurance, annuities, and investments. In 2025, I decided it was time to move closer to my hometown in IL. I found myself at Rude Wealth Advisory, where intentional and personalized financial planning is the highlight of day-to-day operations. The firm's dedication to serving their clients felt like (and still feels like) a great fit for me! My "Why" Personal finances have always been a "taboo" conversation. It is difficult to feel confident in your financial decisions when there is a lack of conversation, education, and transparency around the topic in the world today. The knowledge I've gained over the years in this industry allows me to encourage clients to have conversations, develop goals and understand how to implement a plan to reach them.

Aaron Kapper is a financial advisor at Packerland Brokerage Services, Inc. with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Packerland since 2020. Outside of his advisory role, Kapper is involved in managing an accounting firm, Kapper & Company, where he handles tax returns, bookkeeping, and IT, and he also oversees a staffing firm, Job Works, Inc. Packerland Brokerage Services serves individuals, charities, corporations, and retirement plan sponsors by providing financial planning, portfolio management, and advisory program access. The firm offers both brokerage and advisory solutions through a variety of platforms, including firm-managed portfolios and third-party arrangements, with a focus on individualized planning and routine client reviews.

Andrew Kapper is a financial advisor with Packerland Brokerage Services, Inc. in Olney, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at KAPPER & Co Ltd and Packerland Brokerage Services since 2012. Outside of his advisory work, Kapper is president of Southeastern IL Youth Golf, Inc., a nonprofit organization promoting youth golf and personal growth. Packerland Brokerage Services, Inc. serves individuals, charities, corporations, and retirement plan sponsors with financial planning, portfolio management, and advisory program access. The firm offers both brokerage and advisory services through firm-managed portfolios, third-party co-advisory arrangements, and fee-based programs, combining individualized planning with discretionary or non-discretionary account management.