Mark Lachmann is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with 15 years of industry experience. He has held his current roles since 2010 at Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based financial planning that covers various topics such as retirement, tax, estate, and special needs planning, with the option to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing arrangement.

Pamela Cain is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Deerfield, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley for 10 years since 2016. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning, employing structured planning tools and various analytic methods to support client outcomes.

Nathan Harlow is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America N.A./Merrill Lynch, M1 Finance, and Link Market Services. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Nicholas Needs is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with four years of industry experience. He has held prior roles at Ameriprise Financial Services, Merrill, and the University of Illinois Foundation among others. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services supported by proprietary research and model-based asset allocations.

Brian Mueller is a CFP® certificant and financial advisor at Edward Jones with 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2003. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

John Moran is a CFP® credentialed financial advisor at OSAIC with 23 years of industry experience. He previously worked for Securities America Advisors and Securities America Inc for 10 years. Moran is also an alderman for the 1st Ward of Park Ridge, Illinois, and serves on nonprofit boards including the Park Ridge Soccer Club and Ronald McDonald House Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers across multiple investment platforms.

Thomas Erffmeyer is a CFP® and Series 66 professional with 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in training, showing, and breeding show horses through his business, Heartland Tradition LLC. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering a blend of advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm provides both non-discretionary investment guidance and access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by strategic asset allocation and alternative investment due diligence.

Damary Marrero is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Waukegan, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2009. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to produce written Recommendation Reports. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies.

Brandon De Berry is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2015. Merrill provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm offers a range of investment strategies, including model-based and discretionary options, integrated within Bank of America’s broader corporate platform.

Clifford Hunn III is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Crystal Lake, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and possessing 40 years of industry experience. He has worked with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 1999. Outside of advising, he is involved in independent insurance brokering and manages office expenses through a business ownership entity. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services designed for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations, supported by a centralized consulting team and leveraging algorithmic tools under oversight.

Chad Christell is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Arlington Heights, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Michael Benedict is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His previous work includes roles at Bank of America, Echo Global Logistics, PepsiCo, and Morgan Stanley, as well as time spent at Miami University and Glenbrook South High School. Merrill provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, serving a broad range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm offers various model-based and discretionary investment strategies implemented by Managed Account Advisors LLC and third-party managers, integrated within Bank of America’s broader corporate platform.

Ronald Woodruff is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds a Series 66 designation and has 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2004 and has also been associated with Legend Equities Corporation since 2015. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates as a multi-manager platform serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services, utilizing affiliated and unaffiliated managers across various program structures and custodial relationships.

Alexandria Cutrone is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2022. In this capacity, she leads, manages, and coaches a team of financial professionals focused on providing clients with a comprehensive wealth planning experience. Alexandria emphasizes understanding clients' priorities to tailor financial strategies that align with their goals. Her tenure at Fidelity Investments spans over a decade, beginning as an Intern in 2012. She has progressed through various positions including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Investment Consultant, Financial Consultant, and Assistant Branch Leader before assuming her current leadership role. This extensive experience within the firm reflects her deep familiarity with financial advisory services and team leadership. Alexandria is committed to fostering a collaborative culture and supporting the professional growth of her associates. Details regarding her educational background and personal interests have not been provided.

Grace Duecker is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning her career in 2025. Her prior work experience includes roles outside the financial industry, such as positions at The Tempest Oyster Bar and various restaurants. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios.

Sharon Shapiro is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 39 years of industry experience. She has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank since 2017, and previously held roles at PNC Bank and PNC Investments from 2014 to 2017. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending investment strategies.

Robert Michalak is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Glenview, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 51 years of industry experience. He has worked with Equitable Advisors since 1999 and was previously affiliated with Axa Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of a six-unit townhouse association. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model, tailoring services based on client goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

Slavko Ivanisevic is the Vice President and Executive Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he supports executives in utilizing their company's benefits and developing efficient wealth plans across all five pillars of Wealth Planning. He has held this position since 2022. Slavko has been with Fidelity Investments since 2006, progressing through roles including Stock Plan Services Representative, Financial Consultant, and Vice President, Financial Consultant. He holds the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation and has extensive experience in helping clients grow and protect their wealth. Outside of his professional work, Slavko has interests in music, soccer, and traveling.

Sharon Wierzba is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Deerfield, IL, with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Noyes Advisors LLC, David A. Noyes & Company, and Hightower Advisors. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with Curion, a market research firm. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory services to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs a structured financial planning process using proprietary tools and market analyses but generally acts in an advisory capacity without providing specific security recommendations through its standalone planning programs.

John Huff is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 28 years of industry experience. He has worked with Cetera since 2005 and also owns Huff Enterprises Inc., a tax and accounting business. Additionally, he serves as treasurer for the McHenry Chamber of Commerce. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and provides access to both affiliated and third-party investment managers.