Casey Bloomer is a financial advisor with BCU Wealth Advisors, LLC in Vernon Hills, IL, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 11 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at LPL Financial, Baxter Credit Union, CUSO Financial Services, BMO Harris Bank, and Fifth Third Securities. He also provides administrative support to BCU Wealth Advisors, an independent registered investment advisory firm. BCU Wealth Advisors serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations, managing approximately $653.6 million in discretionary assets. The firm employs a core-plus-satellite investment approach using third-party managers and model portfolios, including ESG and Target Allocation ETFs, and operates a substantial wrap fee program custodied at LPL Financial.

Justin Nolan is a financial advisor with Essex LLC in Deer Park, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and four years of industry experience. He has been with Essex LLC since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a director for FPI Inc., a forging industry company based in Houston, Texas, and participates on the finance committee of Westmoreland Country Club in Wilmette, Illinois. Essex LLC is a registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, retirement plans, pension, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a multi-member investment policy committee to construct model portfolios using fundamental, technical, and sector analysis across various asset classes, managing approximately $649 million for over 570 client accounts as of year-end 2025.

Carter King is a financial advisor with Clearwater Capital Partners, holding a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Ascensus and Royal Valet Tulsa, as well as educational positions at Oral Roberts University and Westminster Christian School. Clearwater Capital Partners offers family office services, private wealth management, institutional advisory, and retirement plan advising. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, sovereign wealth funds, and governmental entities, employing a range of investment strategies and offering access to alternative investments and private placements.

Tina Barrile is a CFP® and CFA® with 19 years of industry experience. She is currently with The Dala Group, LLC and has previously worked at Northern Trust Co., BDF LLC / Corient, and Hemsley & Associates, Ltd. The Dala Group serves individual and high-net-worth clients through portfolio management and financial consulting, including retirement, estate, tax, and charitable planning. The firm combines fundamental, quantitative, and qualitative analysis to develop diversified asset-allocation strategies using a range of investment vehicles tailored to client objectives and risk tolerance.

Edward Scoby is a CFP® with 18 years of industry experience, currently serving at Sequoia Wealth Management, LLC since 2015. He also has a tenure with LPL Financial dating back to 2010. Outside of his advisory roles, he collaborates with One Resource Group to provide life insurance, long-term care insurance, and fixed annuities. Sequoia Wealth Management advises individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and retirement plans, offering asset management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting. The firm utilizes a combination of quantitative optimization, third-party research, and manager selection to tailor portfolios, managing both discretionary and non-discretionary assets.

Edwin Watson is a CFP® with 14 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at BCU Wealth Advisors, LLC since 2012. He also holds the position of Associate Director of Wealth Management at Baxter Credit Union. Additionally, he is a licensed insurance agent with various unaffiliated carriers. BCU Wealth Advisors, LLC provides portfolio management, financial planning, and investment consultation to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $653.6 million in discretionary assets using a core-plus-satellite approach that incorporates third-party managers and customized strategies.

Melvin Lubelski is a financial advisor with SGL Financial, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 13 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Fifth Third Securities, Cetera, and Bank Financial. He is also a licensed insurance agent. SGL Financial, LLC provides fee-based investment management, financial planning, and consulting services to financially established individuals, high-net-worth clients, small businesses, and certain retirement plans. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and emphasizes diversified asset allocation and long-term investment horizons, often implementing portfolios through third-party managers.

Erik Miller is a financial advisor at Essex LLC with a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Essex, he worked at Safe Harbor Wealth Advisors and has a background including roles at Miami University and several golf and country clubs. Essex LLC is a registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, retirement plans, and charitable organizations, managing approximately $649 million across 576 client accounts. The firm employs a multi-member investment policy committee to guide portfolio construction using a combination of fundamental, technical, and sector analysis across various asset classes.

Martin Kohlieber is a financial advisor at SGL Financial, LLC with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. Prior to joining SGL Financial in 2022, he worked at E*TRADE Securities LLC from 2018 to 2022. SGL Financial, LLC is a fee-based investment adviser serving financially established individuals, high-net-worth clients, small businesses, and certain retirement and profit-sharing plans. The firm focuses on broad diversification and long-term asset allocation, implementing portfolios primarily through third-party money managers and a sub-advisory relationship with Savant Capital.

Dennis Ryan Jr. is a financial advisor with Summit Financial, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Midway Wealth Partners, LLC and World Equity Group, Inc. He is also an author, having published a book in 2022 available on Amazon. Summit Financial, LLC is an SEC-registered, multi-team advisory firm with over $26 billion in assets under management, serving approximately 17,800 clients. The firm offers a range of investment advisory and portfolio management programs, combining discretionary and consultative services with access to alternative investments and retirement plan advisory.

Joseph Angileri is a CFP® with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Northern Trust Securities, Inc. in Lake Zurich, IL, where he has worked since 2007. His tenure at Northern Trust Securities spans his entire financial advisory career. Northern Trust Securities, Inc. is a multi-team SEC-registered investment adviser and FINRA-registered broker-dealer that provides discretionary portfolio management services primarily to high-net-worth individuals, retail investors, and institutional clients. The firm utilizes a model-driven approach with a variety of investment products, including proprietary Northern Trust funds, ETFs, and third-party offerings, delivered through a wrap fee program on the Fidelity Managed Account Xchange platform.

Todd Rollins is a CFP® with 18 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with World Equity Group, Inc. in Schaumburg, IL. He has previously worked at Summit Financial, LLC and Midway Wealth Partners, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing personal service workers who assist his disabled brother through a home-based service program. World Equity Group, Inc. provides fee-based investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, pension plans, trusts, and other entities. The firm offers managed portfolios through its wrap-fee program, combining discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Rachel Hook is a financial advisor at Harbour Investments, Inc. with five years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at Harbour Investments since 2023, with prior roles at Gradient Securities, Beacon Insurance Advisors, and Beacon Wealth Advisors. In addition to her advisory work, she is also an independent insurance agent. Harbour Investments serves a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, pension and 401(k) plans, and institutional entities. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing various investment approaches tailored by individual advisors and third-party managers.

Gary Komarek is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with 17 years of industry experience. He has worked at Sound Income Strategies, LLC since 2016 and is also the president of North Shore Asset Management & Tax Advisory, Inc., where he oversees income tax preparation and insurance sales. His prior experience includes Capital Asset Advisory Services, LLC. Sound Income Strategies, LLC manages approximately $4.0 billion in assets and serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, trusts, estates, and corporations. The firm emphasizes fixed-income analysis alongside equity review and offers a range of services such as asset management, financial planning, ERISA plan services, and insurance planning through affiliated channels.

Tyler Braun is a financial advisor with Harbour Investments, Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 16 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Harbour in 2025, he was affiliated with 818 Capital Group, LLC and The Tranel Group, LLC since 2010. Outside of advisory roles, he was involved with Tb Taxidermy for 17 years and serves on the investment committee of Liberty One Investment Management, LLC. Harbour Investments serves a diverse client base including individual investors, trusts, pension and 401(k) plans, and institutional entities. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing various investment approaches and execution platforms tailored by individual advisers and third-party managers.

Rob Kubik is an Executive Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2025. Prior to this role, he worked as a Benefits & Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2021 to 2025, and as a Financial Consultant at the same firm from 2016 to 2021. Before joining Fidelity Investments, Rob was a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones from 2014 to 2016. Rob specializes in helping clients maximize their workplace benefits, build wealth, and plan for retirement with a focus on tax-efficient investing. He employs a holistic approach to financial planning, aiming to create intentional and well-structured financial strategies. [No information was provided regarding Rob's education, credentials, personal interests, or community involvement.]

Janet Redding is a financial advisor at Capital Analysts with 21 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Lincoln Investment Planning since 2013. Capital Analysts serves a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, trusts, and corporate clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management supported by an in-house investment management team and proprietary screening processes.

Sean Hughes is a Series 66-licensed advisor with 12 years of industry experience. He is currently with Wealth Watch Advisors, Inc and has previously worked at FOUNDATIONS INVESTMENT ADVISORS, LLC and Hughes & Dern Financial Group. Outside of his advisory work, he is an independent insurance agent involved in Medicare, life, and annuity sales. Wealth Watch Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, and financial institutions. The firm employs a mix of quantitative, qualitative, and technical methods, utilizing third-party model managers for portfolio management across a broad range of investment strategies.

Peter Crabtree is a financial advisor at First Advisors National, LLC with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Paradigm Life Insurance Company, Prosperity Economics Partners LLC, and infinex Investments, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with MooseLake LLC, operating businesses that buy and wholesale residential properties. First Advisors National manages discretionary assets for individual clients, including high-net-worth households, offering investment management, third-party portfolio recommendations, and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment process emphasizes manager selection and monitoring, supplemented by fundamental analysis of individual securities.

Travis Smyczynski is a CFP® and Series 66 holder with 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. since 2018 and previously spent three years with Axa Advisors, LLC. Smyczynski is also involved in independent insurance sales on a part-time basis. Ausdal Financial Partners serves individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, and business entities, managing approximately $3.73 billion for over 16,000 clients. The firm offers a range of investment advisory and financial planning services, tailoring strategies to client objectives and utilizing multiple custodians and third-party managers.