Mark Thies is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 1999. Based in Champaign, IL, he also acts as a trustee for a family trust involving farm management decisions. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with over $1 trillion in assets under management, offering a range of advisory programs and affiliated investment products through a large network of financial advisors and branches.

Nicholas Braden is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked for Stifel Financial Corp for three years. Outside of his advisory role, he co-manages Braden Farms, where he is involved in marketing grain, equipment sales, hiring, and financial tracking. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, investment strategies, and affiliated financial products through a nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.