Kristina Baumann is a financial advisor at T. Rowe Price Advisory Services, Inc. with 17 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining T. Rowe Price in 2025, she worked at Principal Securities Inc. and Principal Life Insurance Company. Outside of her advisory role, she owns a real estate investment company focused on short-term rental properties. T. Rowe Price Advisory Services, Inc. provides retirement-focused financial planning and discretionary investment management to individual investors and households. The firm uses model portfolios invested exclusively in T. Rowe Price mutual funds and ETFs, employing tax-aware strategies and Monte Carlo simulations to support retirement income planning.

Eric Anders is a financial advisor with FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, Inc. in Gurnee, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 26 years of industry experience. He previously worked at BMO Harris Financial Advisors, Inc. for 11 years before joining Fifth Third Securities in 2017. Fifth Third Securities serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, trusts, and retirement accounts through investment advisory and brokerage services. The firm offers a variety of investment programs via its Passageway Managed Account Platform, utilizing multiple third-party portfolio managers and strategies such as mutual funds, SMAs, tax-overlay services, and direct indexing.

Louise Ozolins is a financial advisor with \u0026Partners, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 15 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing. \u0026Partners serves individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of investment management and advisory services using both proprietary and third-party strategies, with a focus on ongoing monitoring and periodic account reviews.

Ronald Newman is a financial advisor at PNC Wealth Management with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. He is also a minority owner and consultant for Silver Millennium Publishing, LLC. PNC Wealth Management offers retail brokerage and advisory services through model-based programs, including an invitation-only digital portfolio solution that uses algorithm-driven risk assessments and third-party portfolio implementation.

Wendy Farrissey is a CFP® professional with 24 years of experience in the financial services industry. She currently works at Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. and has held roles at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. and Northern Trust, among other firms. Schwab Wealth Advisory, Inc. provides non-discretionary fiduciary investment advice, financial planning, and wealth management consultations primarily for clients enrolled in the Schwab Wealth Advisory program and certain Charles Schwab & Co.-referred clients. The firm uses Charles Schwab’s asset-allocation models and internal research tools to guide investment selection, executing trades only with client authorization.

Robert Wayne is a financial advisor at SPC with 45 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Sigma Planning Corp. since 1998 and Sigma Financial Corporation since 1995. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a commissioner for the Lake Forest Cemetery Commission. SPC serves a diverse client base including individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans, managing approximately $5.66 billion in assets through a network of over 460 advisors. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and ERISA-related retirement services, with an investment approach that emphasizes client suitability and offers both discretionary and nondiscretionary options.

Raymond Lombardi is a financial advisor at William Blair with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with William Blair & Co since 2006. William Blair’s Private Wealth Management division provides investment management, financial planning, and wealth services to individuals, foundations, pension plans, and corporate clients. The firm employs an active, research-driven approach across multiple asset classes and offers proprietary models and access to private funds and co-investment opportunities.

William Kasten is a financial advisor at William Blair with 43 years of industry experience. He has been with William Blair & Company L.L.C. since 1997. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a principal in a boat and net storage business based in West Bend, Wisconsin. William Blair’s Private Wealth Management division serves individuals, foundations, pension plans, and corporate clients with discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, and wealth services. The firm employs an active, research-driven approach across multiple asset classes and offers proprietary models and access to private funds and co-investment opportunities.

Gregory Hilgenberg is a financial advisor at PNC Wealth Management with 18 years of industry experience. He has been with PNC since 2010 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. PNC Wealth Management offers retail brokerage and advisory services through model-based programs, including an invitation-only digital discretionary model account for employees that uses algorithm-driven risk assessment and primarily invests in mutual funds and ETFs with annual rebalancing.

Jonathan Henkels is a financial advisor with Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Savant Wealth Management and The Northern Trust Company. Outside of financial services, he has experience linked to beverage distribution companies. Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC provides investment advisory and planning services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm utilizes a combination of model portfolios, mutual funds, ETFs, and individual securities across multiple program platforms, leveraging third-party technology and a broad product set to accommodate various client needs.

Mark Friese is a financial advisor with Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has operated multiple financial and consulting ventures, including Friese Financial Advocates, Inc. and Canvas Financial, and is involved in marketing for financial services through FFA Sports Management. Additionally, he is a partner in an LLC formed to manage recreational real estate assets. Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC provides investment advisory and planning services to individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm utilizes a variety of portfolio management approaches, including model portfolios, mutual funds, ETFs, and individual securities, supported by multiple program platforms and third-party technology.

Mark Lockyer is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional with 14 years of industry experience. He is currently with PNC Wealth Management and has previous experience at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC. PNC Wealth Management offers retail brokerage and advisory services through model-based programs, including a discretionary online model account available by invitation to employees. The firm’s investment strategies are implemented via approved models using mutual funds and ETFs, with portfolio management delegated to third parties.

Benjamin Oxley is a financial advisor at William Blair with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His career includes roles at William Blair since 2018 and prior positions at Colliers International, Aon Risk Solutions, Duke Realty, and Northwestern University. William Blair’s Private Wealth Management division offers discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, and wealth services to individuals, foundations, pension, and corporate clients. The firm employs an active, research-driven approach across multiple asset classes and provides clients with access to proprietary models, third-party sub-managers, and private investment opportunities.

Amber Sutton is a financial advisor at Fifth Third Securities, Inc. with 14 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and has worked at Fifth Third Securities and Fifth Third Bank since 2018. Prior to that, she was with NYLIFE Securities LLC and New York Life Insurance Company from 2014 to 2018. Fifth Third Securities, Inc. provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, charitable organizations, corporate clients, and institutional investors. The firm offers multiple discretionary managed-account programs through its Passageway platform, combining third-party portfolio managers, strategist portfolios, and advisor-managed sleeves, and is noted for its municipal-advisor registration and affiliation with Fifth Third Bank.

Ryan Fuell is a financial advisor at Fifth Third Securities, Inc. with one year of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior work experience includes roles at Fifth Third Bank, Home Depot, the University of Iowa, and Joanie's Pizzeria of Long Grove. Fifth Third Securities, Inc. offers brokerage and investment advisory services through its Passageway Managed Account Program to individual, charitable, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm combines multiple managed-account options with unique features such as direct indexing and a tax-overlay service, operating as a wholly owned subsidiary of Fifth Third Bank.

John Reakes is a CFP® professional with 19 years of experience in the financial services industry. He currently works at &PARTNERS and has held previous roles at Old National Bank, LPL Financial, First Midwest Bank, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Uvest Financial Services Group. &PARTNERS serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and private businesses. The firm offers investment management, financial and tax planning, and ERISA consulting, using a combination of proprietary and third-party strategies with ongoing portfolio monitoring.

John Mcchesney is a financial advisor at Focus Partners Wealth, LLC with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Churchill Management Group, Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade, Zacks Investment Management, and Morgan Stanley. Focus Partners serves individuals, high-net-worth families, family offices, corporate and institutional clients with a range of wealth management and advisory services. The firm employs a long-term, tax- and fee-sensitive investment approach that combines active and passive strategies within an enhanced open architecture framework.

Mark De Merritt is a financial advisor with Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Hornor Townsend And Kent, Inc. since 2005. Outside of advisory services, he is also involved in life insurance brokerage. Hornor, Townsend & Kent serves individuals, trusts, businesses, charitable organizations, and retirement plans through advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm combines advisory and broker-dealer services, managing over $8 billion in discretionary assets and offering both discretionary and non-discretionary account options.

Sydney Lukatsevich is a CFP® with eight years of industry experience, currently serving at MAI Capital Management, LLC since 2026. Prior to joining MAI, he held roles at Calamos Financial Services LLC, Calamos Wealth Management LLC, Mowery & Schoenfeld Wealth Management, Mutual of Omaha Advisors, Axa Advisors, and Morgan Stanley. MAI Capital Management provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, integrated wealth management, retirement plan consulting, and family-office services to individuals, families, sports professionals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm employs a customized approach to portfolio management across multiple strategies and offers services including trust administration and insurance through affiliated entities.

Peter Mott is a financial advisor at William Blair with 52 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with William Blair since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as the non-executive chairman of ArmaLy Brands, a manufacturer and distributor of household products. William Blair’s Private Wealth Management division provides investment management, financial planning, and wealth services to individuals, foundations, pension, and corporate clients. The firm emphasizes active, research-driven management across multiple asset classes and offers proprietary investment models, private fund access, and co-investment opportunities.