Kira Cole is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with nine years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank and JP Morgan Securities LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, including both high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth households. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Art Salnikov is a financial advisor at Merrill with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2021. Merrill, along 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.

Kent Bellgrau is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds a Series 66 designation and has eight years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Cetera and its related entities since 2017 and is also a part owner of Winters & Co, LLC, an accounting and CPA firm where he is involved in tax and accounting services. In addition to his advisory role, he owns and operates Winters & Co, LLC, providing accounting services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and advisory services through a multi-manager platform that provides access to affiliated and third-party managers, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Robert Siers is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 17 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2008. Outside of his financial advisory role, he is also an owner and partner of Hatch and Fletch, LLC, a company involved in land acquisition. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. Their program offers written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Kariann Schuster is a financial advisor at Cetera with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. She has worked with various branches of Cetera since 2021 and previously served the Village of Round Lake Beach for nine years. Outside of advising, she serves as a volunteer committee member for Wings and as an ambassador for the McHenry Chamber of Commerce and holds a vice president role in a local networking group, Business Before Breakfast. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser offering services through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts, providing a range of portfolio management and financial planning options within a multi-manager platform.

Joseph Spiegel is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2017, including prior roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank and BMO Harris. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. Their non-discretionary advisory program focuses on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Johnny Johnson Jr. is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been working since 2024. He previously served as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2024. His professional background includes roles as a Financial Advisor at Thrivent Financial Services from 2020 to 2021, an Insurance Producer at THG Financial Strategies, LLC from 2018 to 2020, and a Personal Banker at JP Morgan Chase from 2003 to 2014. Johnny partners with individuals and families to develop personalized financial strategies aligned with their values and long-term objectives. He emphasizes listening, clear communication, and long-term relationship building, aiming to assist clients with retirement planning, wealth building, and navigating financial changes. Outside of his professional work, Johnny enjoys board games, family activities, fishing, football, golf, and reading.

James Griggs is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2013, including time at AXA Advisors prior to its rebranding. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in outside insurance sales through his business Griggs and Griggs. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base, including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management programs, utilizing both proprietary and third-party advisory solutions delivered through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives.

Philipp Tippow is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2016, including both Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. and Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. Tippow is also co-owner of PaxCo, a management practice unrelated to investment activities. 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 planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies for clients nearing or in retirement.

Macklin Larsen is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with eight years of industry experience. He has held his current role since 2018 and previously worked at i3 Group for three years. He holds a Series 66 credential. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Tyler Prickett is a financial professional with Cetera and holds a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience and has worked with several firms including Batt Financial Group Inc. alongside his current roles. Outside of his financial services work, he is an Associate Manager in retail phone sales at T-Mobile. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide advisory platform serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services through a multi-manager platform utilizing both affiliated and third-party managers.

Kyle Haley is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 designations. His prior work includes roles at Northwestern Mutual and various divisions within J.P. Morgan. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments through a non-discretionary advisory program focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s process integrates quantitative and qualitative manager due diligence and may incorporate an ESG eligibility framework.

Justin Gritmacker is a financial advisor at Cetera with Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. He has been associated with Cetera and its affiliates since 2023. Outside of his advisory work, he has connections to local agricultural businesses, including Richardson's Adventure Farm and Patyks Farm & Market. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management and consulting services, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Michael Schachner is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Libertyville, IL, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2023, he worked at DePaul University for three years and was a professional golfer and self-employed from 2008 to 2019. 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, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management through a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Timothy Notaro is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He worked at Wayne Hummer Investments for 21 years prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting over 22,800 advisors and managing over $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Timothy O'Connor is a CFP® with 39 years of industry experience, currently advising at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. His prior experience includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Morgan Stanley Dw Inc. He is also president of Green Marble Partners Inc., where he manages the financial operations of his franchise. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services that include written recommendation reports and ongoing advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Brian Pappalardo is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in financial services in 2000 and joined Merrill in 2006, where he works alongside his father, Brian, a veteran of the industry. Brian has developed long-standing relationships with many clients who have known him since childhood, with these connections often spanning multiple generations. His approach focuses on building deep, personal bonds and helping clients achieve their financial goals. With experience navigating both volatile and thriving market conditions, Brian emphasizes a deliberate and conservative investment style. He supports clients in removing emotional decision-making from their financial choices, encouraging a focus on long-term results aligned with their needs and objectives. His client focus areas include divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, and individual and corporate investment strategies. Brian earned a bachelor's degree from Western State College of Colorado. He holds the professional designations of Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He resides in Crystal Lake, Illinois, with his wife, Julia. Brian has been engaged in ice hockey since childhood and continues to play and coach his four children. His personal interests also include gardening, cooking, and traveling.

Christopher Mikolajczewski is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 credential and 18 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley, Edward Jones, SPC, and Sigma Financial. Outside of his advisory practice, he owns Eagle Vigilance Training & Consulting, which provides self-defense and concealed carry training, and works as a part-time high school sports announcer. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Stephen Todd is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Crystal Lake, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 38 years of industry experience, having worked with Mass Mutual Investors Services since 1988 and MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 1986. Additionally, he is involved in sales as an agent with The Todd Group, specializing in property and casualty, health, and group life insurance. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm uses detailed client information and firm-approved software tools to develop collaborative, annual financial plans, with implementation conducted through separate brokerage or insurance arrangements.

Joseph Thompson is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 37 years of experience in the industry. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2024, he worked at Ameriprise Financial Services for three years and Stifel Nicolaus for twelve years. 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 through a nationwide network of financial advisors and offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies under a fiduciary standard.