Patrick Hayes Sr. is a financial advisor at Stifel with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Stifel since 2007. Based in Orland Park, IL, he provides advisory services through the firm’s established platform. Stifel serves a broad range of clients including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach uses a proprietary methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to guide asset allocation and financial planning.

Denis Hedderman is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Oak Lawn, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 28 years of industry experience. He has worked with Ameriprise since 2018 and previously with Investment Professionals Inc for five years. He also serves as a financial advisor with Republic Bank. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria. The firm offers a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions, utilizing a centralized consulting team and a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored retirement recommendations.

Sean Claiborne is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2025 and has a long history of self-employment through Vexint since 1997. Outside of his advisory work, Claiborne is involved in a rideshare business based in Illinois. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools and a large network of investment adviser representatives.

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.

Arturo Abarca is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at J.P. Morgan Chase and J.P. Morgan Securities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, with an emphasis on advisory roles rather than individual security recommendations.

John Baggio is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Orland Park, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 1996 and Primerica Financial Services since 1995. Outside of advising, he is involved in sales of loan products and home-related service referrals through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors sponsors and manages a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm primarily uses model-delivery strategies from unaffiliated asset managers and provides advisory services through a large network of financial advisors.

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 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. for 10 years. Bloom serves as president of Bloom Financial, Co. and is the author of a forthcoming retirement book aimed at boaters. He is also a board member of the Chicago Yacht Club. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporations. The firm utilizes a model-based investment approach and offers a range of advisory and brokerage services through a multi-advisor platform.

Tyler Berg is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Equitable Financial Life Insurance and Equitable Advisors LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. Their non-discretionary program focuses on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Adam Griffiths is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Mokena, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at VOYA Financial Advisors and leadership at Lionheart Financial. Outside of advising, he is an author and founder of a scholarship program, and he serves as a financial coach through his own firm. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc. serves a broad mix of individual and institutional clients by providing financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm manages a multi-billion dollar asset base and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary management across multiple platforms.

Joseph Donnellon is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and was previously with Woodbury Financial Services for 19 years. He is also the managing partner of The Lineage Group, a securities marketing entity through which he conducts his business. OSAIC serves a range of retail and institutional clients, offering brokerage and advisory services including financial planning, managed portfolios, and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment approach centers on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization supported by risk-tolerance analysis and rebalancing tools.

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.

Thomas Walsh is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Chicago, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2013. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including a wide range of households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs and investment strategies, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Daniel Mitchell is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at BMO Harris Financial Advisors, TD Ameritrade, JPMorgan Chase, JP Morgan Securities, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, Fidelity, and Waddell & Reed. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and institutions, providing financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms with a broad range of investment strategies.

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 with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 15 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and various Wells Fargo affiliates. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as an executor of her grandmother's estate. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutions. The firm offers a broad menu of planning services tailored to clients with certain net-worth thresholds and combines advisory recommendations with other financial product offerings.

Brian Williams is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Mokena, IL, holding a CFP® designation and Series 63 and 66 licenses. He has 24 years of industry experience, all with Edward Jones since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of an LLC named Brisela LLC. Edward Jones is a wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

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.