Joseph Gleba is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Cetera and has held prior roles at Avantax and Porte Brown Wealth Management. Gleba serves as a director on the board of Crystal Lake Bank & Trust Company and is involved with the Illinois Road Builders Association. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a nationwide network of independent advisors serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

John Busey II is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 29 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. His prior roles include positions at Woodbury Financial Services Inc. and Robert W. Baird & Co. Inc., as well as self-employment. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform, offering brokerage and advisory services, comprehensive financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm’s investment approach centers on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, utilizing a variety of discretionary and third-party management strategies.

Aparna Sarma is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with four years of industry experience, currently with J.P. Morgan Securities in McHenry, IL. She previously worked at Bank of America/Merrill Lynch for seven years and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2024. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to offer written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, with clients retaining final decision-making authority.

Jason Gunther is a CFP® professional with 17 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with Edward Jones since 2009, working out of Lake Forest, 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 advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Cheryl Duda is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in helping individuals, families, and small business owners protect and grow generational wealth. She works closely with clients to understand their unique priorities and develop personalized financial plans that align with their needs and values. Her expertise includes retirement and legacy planning, tax-efficient investing, college education funding, small business solutions, and access to specialty lending. With over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, Cheryl holds professional designations including Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She earned a Bachelor's Degree from Shanghai International Studies University and an MBA from the Illinois Institute of Technology. Fluent in both Chinese and English, Cheryl brings a broad perspective to her client relationships. Outside of her professional role, Cheryl is active in her community through involvement with District 30 Toastmasters and XL Toastmasters Club. She enjoys running, including marathons, cooking, hiking, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Bradley Jenks is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Gurnee, Illinois, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial and its predecessor firm since 2000. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member for the Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center, a nonprofit organization. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that supports a wide range of clients—including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and institutions—through various advisory and brokerage services. The firm offers multiple investment programs and leverages technology tools for operational and research support while maintaining a broad suite of financial services beyond advisory functions.

Derek Hartmann is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has been with LPL Financial since 2019. Outside of his advisory work, he occasionally caddies at a private golf club and is involved in restoration work through a separate business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individual and institutional clients through a broad network. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management services, using model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies across various asset classes.

Jennifer Wilcoxen is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 15 years of industry experience. She has worked with Cetera and its related entities since 2013 and previously spent over a decade at Exemplar Financial Network. Wilcoxen is also a branch manager for Tartan Financial Services, LLC, a financial services DBA. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered firm supporting a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts, offering a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through multiple program structures and affiliated managers.

Susan Marks is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with seven years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2020 and previously worked at Stifel, Nicolaus Inc. from 2018 to 2020. Susan is based in Vernon Hills, Illinois. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm’s advisory program focuses on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence combining quantitative and qualitative research.

Kellie Perrault is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked previously at First Midwest Bank and Old National Bank. 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 range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Paul Sylvia is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Gurnee, IL, holding the CFA® designation and Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses. He has 10 years of industry experience with prior roles at firms including Northwestern Mutual and Aon Corporation. Sylvia operates through Ellio Wealth Advisors, LLC, the ownership entity for his practice. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored retirement planning advice focused on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Vicki Nielsen is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Voya Financial Advisors and Integrity Financial Professionals, where she is also president and owner. Nielsen is an alumni member of Leadership Greater McHenry County and participates in local community activities such as the McHenry County Task Force on Aging and serving as a volleyball scorekeeper at Alden-Hebron High & Middle School. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a wide range of portfolio management and financial planning services, supported by a network of over 10,000 advisors and managing over $256 billion in assets.

Stacey Stickle is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Wauconda, IL, and has 16 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2009. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of investment advisory programs and affiliated financial services. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets with a large national network of advisors and branch offices.

Allen Hall is a financial advisor with LPL Financial holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Merrill, Bank of America, Edward Jones, and Cetera Advisor Networks. He is also associated with Exemplar Financial Network, operating a related business entity. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of financial planning and investment management solutions utilizing both proprietary and third-party strategies, supported by advanced operational tools.

Robert Blameuser is a ChFC®-designated financial advisor with 23 years of industry experience. He is the principal of Blameuser Asset Management, having previously worked for First Midwest Securities, Inc. for 16 years. Outside of finance, he is an active trumpet player in various bands and may also teach music. Blameuser Asset Management provides portfolio management and financial planning services for both institutional clients and individual investors. The firm combines individualized investment strategies with insurance brokerage services and manages approximately $4.5 million in assets across about 25 clients.

Keith Schoepke is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience. He is the sole advisor at Wynstone Investment Advisors, LLC, an independent firm based in Crystal Lake, IL. His prior experience includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities Inc. and LaSalle Financial Services, Inc. Wynstone Investment Advisors serves clients independently, focusing on personalized financial planning and investment management.

Douglas Renz is a financial advisor at Renz Financial Group, LLC with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. In addition to his advisory role, Renz works as a Business Intelligence Architect at Takeda Pharmaceuticals. Renz Financial Group, LLC is an independent firm serving clients with personalized financial advice.