Cassidy Leonard is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works closely with clients to create personalized investment strategies tailored to their individual goals and financial circumstances. Her approach emphasizes understanding what matters most to her clients and adapting their portfolios as their needs evolve. With expertise in areas including college education planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, women and wealth, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income, Cassidy provides comprehensive financial guidance. She holds designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Alabama. Outside of her professional role, Cassidy has interests that include antiquing, football, gymnastics, ice skating, music, skiing, spending time with family, traveling, watching movies, and practicing yoga.

John Baggio is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Tinley Park, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 1996 and Primerica Financial Services since 1995. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in sales of loan products and home security and automation services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options. The firm emphasizes a percentage-based tiered wrap fee and utilizes third-party asset managers overseen through an independent due-diligence process.

William Conte is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Orland Park, Illinois, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Conte serves as a board member of the Joliet Junior College Foundation Association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm utilizes structured planning tools and incorporates various investment and risk modeling techniques in its advisory services.

William Bloom III is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 17 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. for ten years before joining OSAIC in 2024. Outside of advising, Bloom serves on the board of the Chicago Yacht Club and is engaged in various entrepreneurial ventures, including authoring a book on retirement for boaters and developing a financial planning algorithm and related consulting services. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base ranging from individual investors to institutions, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services. Its platform combines firm-provided portfolio construction tools with access to third-party managers, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Tyler Berg is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has prior experience at Equitable Financial Life Insurance and Equitable Advisors LLC. His work history also includes roles outside the financial sector, such as with the Prestige Baseball Organization and Palos Parks Public Works. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Adam Griffiths is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 33 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at VOYA Financial Advisors and leadership positions at Lionheart Financial and Lionheart Ventures. Outside of advising, he is an author and founder of a scholarship program and a financial coaching business. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm provides financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services through a network of independent professionals, offering a range of portfolio management solutions tailored to client objectives.

Joseph Donnellon is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services for 19 years before joining OSAIC in 2024. Outside of his advisory role, he is a managing partner at The Lineage Group, which markets his securities business. OSAIC serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated financial advisers and offers integrated brokerage, investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance questionnaires, and automated rebalancing to construct diversified portfolios across various asset classes.

Gerald Pruim is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James Financial and its affiliated entities since 2006 and operated Prium Financial Services from 2009 to 2020. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm delivers tailored, non-discretionary advice using analytical tools and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Daniel Mitchell is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at BMO Harris Financial Advisors, TD Ameritrade, JPMorgan Chase Bank, JP Morgan Securities, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance, and Fidelity Brokerage Services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios, research from multiple sources, and technology-driven approaches.

Daniel Lekki is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 credential and nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cetera in 2024, he worked at Edward Jones and has been involved with Megent Financial since 2019. He is also the owner of Lekki Wealth Management LLC and provides notarial services for union member documents. 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 discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Kevin Kurtis is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he develops structured financial strategies for individuals and businesses, focusing on family wealth management, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and individual and corporate investment strategy. Kevin leverages his knowledge and experience in financial services, banking, and investing to help clients build a platform to grow their assets and secure their financial future. Kevin holds a Bachelor's Degree and a Master's Degree from Northern Illinois University and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He works closely with clients to create personalized investment strategies tailored to their goals and provides access to banking and lending needs through Bank of America. Outside of his professional work, Kevin enjoys outdoor activities and several sports, including basketball, football, golfing, and softball. He lives in Woodridge with his wife, twin daughters, and their dog Lily.

Susan Leuver is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked with Wells Fargo Advisors and Morgan Stanley in various capacities since 2013. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as the executor of her grandmother’s estate. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, including specialized planning for business-owner transitions, sports and entertainment, special needs, and divorce, using proprietary research and planning tools.

Brian Williams is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Edward Jones, where he has worked for 24 years. He has 23 years of industry experience. Williams is also the owner of an LLC in Mokena, IL. 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 range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Eric Zehnder is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. In his role, he focuses on assisting clients with retirement planning to align their financial strategies with their personal goals and lifestyle preferences. Eric's approach centers on helping clients manage their investments so they can enjoy their retirement without financial concerns. His professional experience is dedicated to guiding clients through planning for their needs and wants during retirement. Outside of his professional work, Eric has interests that include biking, fitness, gardening, golf, and running.

Patricia Koney is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 38 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 1989 and holds a Series 63 designation. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing tailored recommendation reports that incorporate income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and automated tools overseen by committees to deliver these non-discretionary recommendations in partnership with advisors like Koney.

Stephanie Bailey is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and seven years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2018 and previously held roles at BMO Bank NA, BMO Harris Bank, and PNC Mortgage. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, research from multiple sources, and advanced technologies.

Michelle Cooper Mcnally is a financial advisor at Cetera with 23 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at firms including LPL Financial, First Midwest Bank, and Infinex Investments. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved in a movie and TV production company focused on reality TV show filming. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services and operates a multi-manager platform allowing advisors to implement model portfolios, select third-party managers, or create bespoke strategies.

Stephen Clough is currently the Branch Leader at the Orland Park Investor Center with Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2021. In this position, he supports the financial professionals who assist clients with their financial needs. His professional experience is focused on leadership within the financial services sector. Stephen's personal interests include baseball, comedy, and traveling.

Marisa Gutierrez is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Orland Park, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. She has previously worked at Fidelity Investments, Northern Trust Securities, Merrill, and Chase Bank. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million clients, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Vanessa Poppie is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 12 years of industry experience. She has previously worked at City National Bank and Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she has experience in the hospitality sector, having worked at Chisox Bar & Grill, and is involved in managing personal rental properties. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs that offer discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm customizes investment strategies based on clients’ risk profiles and utilizes both in-house and third-party managers, with offerings that include alternative investments and tax-management options.