Simon Waz is a financial advisor with Ameriprise based in Warrenville, IL. He holds a Series 66 designation and joined Ameriprise in 2025. Prior to his advisory role, he worked in construction and has been involved with the HDS Eagles Soccer Academy since 2021. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients. It offers a Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning that combines proprietary investment research and tools with personalized recommendations.

John Scott is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2017, including his current role since 2020. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Seth Kunio is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Warrenville, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2023, he worked in education at West Aurora High School and Jewel Middle School. He is also a student research assistant with Michigan State University’s GlobalEdge international business center. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized recommendations through a centralized consulting team. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Armand Prestidge is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Elburn, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as treasurer on the board of directors for Kaneland Youth Softball Little League and coaches youth softball. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement, focusing on tax-smart withdrawal strategies and Social Security claiming options. The firm provides a wide range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its large institutional platform.

Matthew Wisla is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Addison, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2022, he worked at Northern Illinois University from 2015 to 2022. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis within a centralized consulting team to deliver tailored retirement advice.

Dale Costello is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 35 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2024, he has worked at several firms including Rozovics Wealth Management, Avantax Advisory Services, and Cetera Financial Specialists. Outside of advising, he serves on the board of the Median Shrine Board and chairs the Bloomingdale Advisory Council. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written retirement plans and ongoing income advice with a focus on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Vern Ehlers Jr. is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Naperville, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2003. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Co-Treasurer on the Board of Directors for the Ranchview Elementary Home and School Association. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing detailed recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and adaptive withdrawal advice delivered through a centralized consulting team, while also offering a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Kristin Nendza is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at First Women's Bank of Chicago and Busey Bank. She serves as secretary on the St. Alphonsus/St. Patrick School Athletic Board and is involved in independent sales of cosmetics and activewear through social media. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, combining research and modeling with a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Ryan Johnsen is a CFP® professional with 16 years of experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 13 years. Johnsen is involved in managing staff and operations within his financial planning practice through his role at Prestidge Johnsen Operations, LLC. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services targeting clients with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations delivered by a centralized consulting team. The firm also provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Yan Bellantoni is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Aurora, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 2009. Bellantoni serves on the Board of Directors for the Nankai University Alumni Association. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm offering a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance services. Its retirement-income planning service targets clients with significant investable assets, providing detailed, research-driven recommendations that combine modeling and tax-efficiency analysis.

Natalie Gurga is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, she worked in rehabilitative services with the Illinois Secretary of State and has experience in home health care and private caregiving. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Ameriprise Premier Retirement Income service. This service provides written recommendation reports and ongoing advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies for clients approaching or in retirement.

Yiqing Dong is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with six years of industry experience. Before joining Ameriprise, Dong worked at the National Immigration Forum and World Relief Corp. Dong serves on the boards of A Rocha USA and World Relief, contributing to nonprofit governance. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, combining research-driven, non-discretionary recommendations with an emphasis on tax efficiency and asset management within Ameriprise accounts.

Lorilyn Prestidge Davtian is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with five years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise since 2021, with prior experience at Can Font, Brix Tavern, and Southern Hospitality. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the board of Maayan School and is involved in retail sales and vacation rental operations through ALG Global Solutions. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services focused on clients approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, delivering non-discretionary, research-driven recommendations that integrate income sources, Social Security options, and tax strategies. The firm combines advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional provider.