Andrew Mccausland is a CFP® and ChFC® with 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. since 2012 and also serves as President and Financial Advisor of The McCausland Group, where he provides financial planning, analysis, and advice. Ausdal Financial Partners is an SEC-registered investment adviser and FINRA-member broker-dealer managing approximately $2.13 billion in client assets. The firm offers investment advisory programs, retirement plan services, and financial planning to individuals, trusts, corporations, pension plans, and charitable organizations, utilizing a range of investment strategies and custodial platforms.

Austin Righeimer is a CFP® and CFA® affiliated with NorthRock Partners, LLC, with two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Northern Trust and Beacon Pointe Advisors LLC. NorthRock Partners is a full-service wealth management firm serving individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, and private funds. The firm employs a tailored, holistic investment approach emphasizing broad asset allocation and diversification, managing portfolios through discretionary and non-discretionary strategies that include both public and private market investments.

Robert Karstenson is a financial advisor with Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc., holding Series 65 and Series 63 designations and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Ausdal Financial Partners since 2014 and also operates Karstenson Financial Services. In addition to his advisory role, he is an insurance sales agent focusing on life, health, and accident insurance. 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 services including advisor-managed accounts, separately managed accounts, unified managed accounts, retirement-plan advisory, and financial planning, with investment strategies tailored at the advisor level and accounts managed on discretionary or non-discretionary bases.

June Dinardo is a financial advisor with Arkadios Wealth Advisors in Barrington, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 16 years of industry experience. She has worked at Arkadios Capital since 2024 and Wayne Hummer Investments since 2008. Arkadios Wealth Advisors provides investment and wealth management services to individuals, trusts, businesses, and retirement plans using a combination of advisor-managed accounts, a wrap program, third-party money managers, and financial planning. The firm supports discretionary account management through its internal portfolio team and employs fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis in its investment approach.

William Goldsberry II is a financial advisor with Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. in Schaumburg, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ausdal in 2020, he worked at Equitable Advisors and Axa Advisors, LLC, and was affiliated with BCH Wealth Management and the University of Mississippi. He also assists advisors with insurance product sales as an insurance agent. Ausdal Financial Partners manages approximately $2.13 billion in client assets through a network of about 152 advisors, offering investment advisory programs, retirement plan services, and financial planning to individuals, trusts, corporations, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm provides both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies across various asset classes, combining in-house and third-party management with brokerage and insurance services.

Melin Gonzalez is a financial advisor with Capital Analysts, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Her prior work includes positions at Lincoln Investment and La Jefa LLC. She volunteers at a local fitness center owned by her husband, assisting with marketing and digital media. Capital Analysts serves a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, trusts, and corporate clients. The firm employs discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management supported by an in-house investment management team and proprietary screening processes, with a model emphasizing advisor-provided consultation tailored to client needs.

Roger Anderson is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and CPA with 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. since 2009 and has operated his own tax preparation service since 1994. In addition to his advisory work, Anderson provides tax preparation services during part of the year and is involved in outside insurance sales. Ausdal Financial Partners is an SEC-registered investment adviser and FINRA-member broker-dealer that manages over $2 billion in client assets through a network of approximately 152 advisors. The firm offers investment advisory programs, retirement plan services, and financial planning to individuals, trusts, corporations, pension plans, and charitable organizations, utilizing a range of investment products and both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Linda Diebold is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with Avantax Planning Partners, Inc. in Bloomingdale, IL, where she has worked for 27 years. Her industry experience spans 34 years, including roles at Honkamp Krueger Financial Services and her own firm, Diebold & Associates. Avantax Planning Partners, Inc. provides portfolio management, financial planning, and managed retirement plan services to individuals, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm utilizes style allocation models overseen by an investment advisory committee and offers tax-intelligent strategies, working primarily through a network of CPA firms and registered Advisor Representatives.

Ryan Sherman is a CFP® professional with two years of industry experience, currently advising at JMG Financial Group, LTD. His prior work includes roles at Ronin Capital LLC, Marquette Partners LP, and Lupo Securities, LLC. Sherman has been with JMG Financial Group in various capacities since 2021. JMG Financial Group, Ltd. serves individuals, trusts, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and business entities by providing discretionary investment management, financial advisory, retirement plan consulting, and tax services. The firm employs a committee-driven investment approach focused on strategic asset allocation and manages approximately $6.36 billion in assets with a team of about 64 advisors.

Gerald King is a financial advisor at Pure Financial Advisors, LLC with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Fairhaven Wealth Management, LLC since 2015. King is based in Wheaton, Illinois. Pure Financial Advisors provides financial planning and portfolio management primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and pension and profit-sharing plans. The firm’s planning-centered investment approach is overseen by an Investment Committee and incorporates tax-aware techniques, diversified portfolios, and the use of sub-advisers for specialized strategies.

Kevin Newman is a financial advisor at Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Ausdal Financial Partners since 2009. Newman is also the owner of Newman & Associates, Ltd, a fixed life insurance and annuities business he has operated since 1983. Ausdal Financial Partners is an SEC-registered investment adviser and FINRA-member broker-dealer that manages over $2 billion in client assets. The firm provides investment advisory programs, retirement plan services, and financial planning to individuals, trusts, corporations, pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies across a variety of asset classes.

Zachary Craggs is a financial advisor with Capital Analysts in Lombard, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Lincoln Investment since 2016 and briefly at Berlin Packaging. Capital Analysts serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with access to proprietary model portfolios, third-party managers, and ERISA retirement plan advisory services.

Brian Van Buren is a CFP® professional with nine years of experience at JMG Financial Group, Ltd. He has worked exclusively with JMG since 2013 in various capacities. JMG Financial Group, Ltd. serves individuals, trusts, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and business entities, providing discretionary investment management, financial advisory and consulting, retirement plan consulting, and tax consulting services. The firm manages approximately $6.36 billion in assets with a team of 64 advisors, emphasizing strategic asset allocation and employing a variety of investment vehicles and sub-advisors.

Eric Mesko is a financial advisor with VestGen Advisors, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 22 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Triad Advisors, LPL Financial, and Waddell & Reed. He serves on the board of Bartlett Learning Centers, a school for children with mental challenges. VestGen Advisors, LLC is a multi-team registered investment adviser managing approximately $3.47 billion for over 9,400 clients. The firm serves individual and high-net-worth clients, offering discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan services, utilizing a blend of analytical approaches and third-party managers.

Kevin Shekell is a financial advisor at Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Jackson National Life Distributors for 10 years. He is also involved in insurance sales and operates Shekell Wealth Management, LLC. Additionally, he serves as a notary public. Ausdal Financial Partners is an SEC-registered investment adviser and FINRA-member broker-dealer managing approximately $2.13 billion in client assets through a network of 152 advisors. The firm offers investment advisory programs, retirement plan services, and financial planning to individuals, trusts, corporations, pension plans, and charitable organizations, employing a range of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies across various asset classes.

Christopher Hurckes is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. since 2019. Prior to his advisory roles, he worked at Athletico Physical Therapy from 2012 to 2019. He is also a board member of the McHenry Chamber of Commerce, engaging in community activities. Ausdal Financial Partners is an SEC-registered investment adviser and FINRA-member broker-dealer managing over $2 billion in client assets. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement services, and financial planning to individuals, trusts, corporations, pension plans, and nonprofits, implementing strategies through discretionary and non-discretionary accounts with access to multiple custodians and investment products.

Stanley Nieminski is a financial advisor at Fortis Capital Advisors, LLC with 35 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and PFS™ designations and has worked at firms including Clearpath Financial LLC and Cetera. In addition to his advisory role, he is president of a mortgage brokerage and provides tax and accounting services through his CPA firm. Fortis Capital Advisors offers investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, businesses, and institutional clients. The firm focuses on customized portfolio construction and ongoing monitoring, employing a range of strategies including passive, active, tactical, blended, and ESG-integrated approaches.

Robert Yarosz is a financial advisor with World Equity Group, Inc., holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has 35 years of industry experience, including long-term roles at World Equity Group since 1997 and World Lending Group since 2002. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in real estate rental management through Arlington Ventures. World Equity Group serves individual and high-net-worth clients, business entities, non-profits, and financial institutions, offering a range of portfolio management and advisory services. The firm employs both model-based and customized investment approaches and manages approximately $945 million in assets.

Stephen Gaul is a CFP® professional with two years of experience at JMG Financial Group LTD in Downers Grove, IL. His prior work includes roles outside the financial industry with organizations such as FedEx and AnyTime Fitness. JMG Financial Group advises individuals, trusts, retirement plans, business entities, and charitable organizations, providing comprehensive wealth management and portfolio management services. The firm employs a planning-based, long-term investment approach with a structured process and emphasizes strategic asset allocation, utilizing a range of investment vehicles and tax-aware techniques.

Karoline O'Connor is a financial advisor at Gladstone Wealth Partners with 29 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. from 2007 to 2021 before joining Gladstone and LPL Financial in 2021. Gladstone Wealth Partners provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm operates through a network of independent advisers who customize strategies and utilize third-party managers and technology solutions for comprehensive portfolio and plan management.