Gavin Carlson is a financial advisor at Osaic with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Spectrum Wealth Advisors, First American Bank, and Amazon. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base that includes individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money managers across multiple advisory platforms.

Steven Van Dusen is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Spring Grove, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and nine years of industry experience. His career includes roles at BMO Harris Bank and as a self-employed consultant. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and manages a three-unit rental property in Chicago. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory services. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies under a fiduciary standard.

Glenn Arnold is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Lake Forest, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and also works with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery and firm-approved tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers financial planning that utilizes established investment and risk modeling techniques without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Spencer Decker is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he worked at Wintrust Investments LLC and Morningstar Investment Management. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of solutions including financial planning, wrap and model portfolio programs, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms such as the Bank Wealth Program.

Jayden Lekarczyk is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and zero years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2026, Jayden held positions at LPL Enterprise LLC, Paramount Lead Solutions, and Bank of America, N.A. He has also been involved with Park Ridge Country Club and Park Ridge Park District. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Vickey Ippolito is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked with GoPay LLC and has a background that includes various roles in the hospitality industry. Outside of finance, she serves on the board of a nonprofit acting school and is active as an actress with the Milwaukee Talent Network. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors. The firm’s investment process combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering solutions such as discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory services.

Denison Webster is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 35 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2002. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning that utilizes firm-approved tools and investment committee insights.

Adam Schoenwald is a CFP® with 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab since 2022 and previously spent 10 years at J.P. Morgan Securities. Outside of his advisory work, he performs as a musician in musical acts on weekends. Charles Schwab serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering both non-discretionary advice and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and due diligence on alternative investments.

Katie Buckler is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 27 years of industry experience. She has been with Charles Schwab and its affiliated bank since 1998 and 2007, respectively. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a multi-asset investment approach and centralized operational infrastructure.

Michael Prosen is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, having worked at J.P. Morgan Chase since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he is a rental property owner. J.P. Morgan Securities 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, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Joshua Allen is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2015 and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. 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 delivers these services alongside affiliated brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Alexander Ingalls is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Lake Forest, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2009 and previously worked at Royal Bank of Canada and City National Bank. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with tailored portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Robert Likus is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Gurnee, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, ARB Trading Group, and HC Technologies. 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.

Jack Pierce is a CFP® and Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with four years of industry experience. He currently works at RBC Capital Markets and has prior experience at City National Bank and U.S. Bank. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a wide range of clients including individual investors, institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with tailored investment strategies implemented through both in-house and third-party managers, along with integrated financial planning and custody services.

Mark Geraci Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2010 and previously worked at Money Concepts Capital Corp from 2007 to 2010. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and third-party asset management, supported by advanced operational tools and a broad array of affiliated financial services.

Bruce Melling is a CFP®, PFS™, and Series 63 credentialed advisor at Cetera with 35 years of industry experience. He has operated his own CPA firm, Bruce H. Melling Accountancy Corporation, since 2006, providing tax preparation, consulting, and IRS representation services. Melling has been with Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2004. Cetera is an SEC-registered adviser serving a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers through a multi-manager platform supporting various investment strategies.

Michael Kozlow is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked at AIG Capital Services, American General Life, Intervest International, and Lincoln Financial Distributors. He has been with Edward Jones since 2021. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Kristen Graham is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with two years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and Aon. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors. The firm offers goal-based, holistic planning covering various financial topics and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs, while keeping these services separate.

Troy Ackman is a financial advisor at Fidelity with nine years of industry experience. He has worked with Fidelity Investments since 2021 and previously spent four years at Edward Jones. He holds a Series 66 designation. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, with additional roles in advisory services for registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

John Boyle is a CFP® professional with over 31 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and is also affiliated with Jpmorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2002. 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 through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering non-discretionary investment recommendations supported by an in-house manager solutions team and a centralized due-diligence framework.