Christopher Ray is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2018 and previously held positions at JPMorgan Securities LLC and Dick's Restaurant & Lounge. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including households of varying net worth, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and operates a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

David Heide is a CFP® professional with 35 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with RBC Capital Markets in Palos Heights, IL. His prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Advisors and City National Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as board president and co-chair of the finance committee for The Bridge Teen Center and holds board positions with the Southern Illinois University Foundation. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs that emphasize tailored investment strategies through a combination of in-house and third-party managers, along with integrated financial planning and brokerage services.

Rahman Hemica is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Merrill, based in Orland Park, IL, and has one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America and leadership experience at One Pharma, a pharmaceutical manufacturing company based in Bangladesh, where he serves as a director. He is also involved with Hemica's Angels for Humanity, a nonprofit providing healthcare and meals to underserved communities in Bangladesh, and founded No Chinta Home Healthcare, a platform offering comprehensive home medical services. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Jessica Walton is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and less than one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Bank of America, N.A., American Family Life Assurance Company, and Siebert Williams Shank & Co., LLC. Walton serves on the board of directors for Timeless Gifts, a nonprofit performing arts program in Chicago for youth and young adults. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Austin Smith is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Guggenheim Funds Distributors, LLC and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured tools and modeling techniques but does not include individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Richard Sofiak is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Orland Park, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following a year at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, with a broader set of financial product offerings than typical large institutional advisers, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Dylan Engel is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Orland Park, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at Chipotle for four years. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process utilizing firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Gavin Gescheidler is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Thrivent Financial and Third Coast Group as well as experience outside finance at Indiana University Northwest and Thomas Kia of Highland. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering goal-based financial analyses and written recommendations on a broad range of planning topics without discretionary trading authority. The firm allows clients to combine planning services with managed accounts through a consolidated billing option while maintaining the services separately.

Laurel Long Engel is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Orland Park, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. She has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a wide range of advisory programs, including financial planning using structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Richard Jakush is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 37 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2007. Jakush holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Kyle Tripi is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and related entities since 2021 and also engages in selling life and fixed annuities as an insurance agent. Currently, he operates under Nestlehut Financial Services, LLC, a financial services DBA. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with access to various third-party money managers and program structures.

James Kapala is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Orland Park, IL, holding the CFP® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has 36 years of industry experience, including roles at Harris Investor Services, Inc. since 2008 and LPL Financial since 2021. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios and research from multiple sources to support both discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Joseph Spataro is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Mokena, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Waddell & Reed Inc and various insurance carriers associated with W & R Insurance Agencies. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with Rincker Investments, LLC, a non-investment related business entity. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside research-supported model portfolios and various technology-driven investment solutions.

Kevin Raftery is a financial advisor with LPL Financial holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2010 and concurrently holds a role at Old National Bank since 2022. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by research and model portfolios.

Jeffrey Otway is a CFP® with 13 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently an advisor with LPL Financial and previously worked at Edward Jones, TD Ameritrade, and EF Legacy Securities. Outside of his advisory work, he is a musician and performs as the lead guitarist in a live cover band called Cellar Door. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside research from both internal and third-party sources.

Timothy Winters is a financial professional with six years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked with COUNTRY Capital Management Company and managed his own insurance agencies. Winters has also been employed by the Chicago Park District for nearly two decades. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients, offering a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary program options.

Sayre Chick is currently a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role they have held since 2026. In this position, Sayre collaborates with clients to develop financial plans aimed at achieving their financial goals, emphasizing trust and reliability in client relationships. Sayre's experience in the financial services industry includes previous roles at Fidelity Investments, such as Relationship Manager (2025-2026), Financial Representative (2025), and Financial Services Representative (2024-2025). Prior to joining Fidelity, Sayre worked as a College Financial Services Representative at Northwestern Mutual from 2023 to 2024. Outside of their professional work, Sayre's personal interests include fishing, fitness, golf, snowboarding, and traveling.

John Puthenveetil is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Munster, IN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 32 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016 before joining Wells Fargo Clearing, where he has been since 2016. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a trustee for a close family friend and holds power of attorney for his spouse in investment-related matters. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services tailored to plan objectives and demographics, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.

Nicholas Garvey is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining the firm, he worked for Mercedes Benz of Orland Park for ten years. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent professionals, utilizing a range of portfolio management and model-based solutions tailored to client objectives.

Joseph Zuccarelli is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 19 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2007. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a wide range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.