Mark Giovanazzi is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Orland Park, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2011 and at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients. The firm utilizes structured financial planning tools and proprietary modeling techniques, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Stephen Williams is a CFP® professional at Thrivent Investment Management with 28 years of industry experience. His career includes positions at Harris Investor Services, Inc and Huntington Bank prior to joining Thrivent. He is based in Naperville, IL. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of Financial Advisors. The firm focuses on holistic, goal-based planning across various financial topics, offering these services either on a one-time or ongoing basis.

Eric Kitchell is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 15 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked within various Morgan Stanley entities since 2010, including Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services supported by structured planning tools and investment models.

Anthony Petro is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over three decades of experience to his role. He joined Merrill in 1988 after earning a Bachelor of Science in Management from Ball State University. Anthony holds several industry licenses, including the Series 7, Series 63, and Series 65, and is recognized as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Throughout his career, Anthony has focused on providing clients with tailored financial strategies that address a range of life priorities such as family, philanthropy, finance, home, health, and work. His expertise encompasses college education planning, equity compensation services, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, socially responsible investing, tax minimization, and retirement income. As a Senior Portfolio Advisor, he manages custom investment strategies and has discretionary authority in the firm’s Investment Advisory Program. Anthony was named to the 2024 Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams” list as part of the Dismore Petro Conner Wealth Management Group. He resides in Northwest Indiana with his wife, Lisa, and their two daughters. Outside of work, Anthony enjoys golfing, reading, running, skiing, swimming, and spending time with his family.

Joseph Wojcik is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in New Lenox, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 1994. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a real estate business that manages office rentals. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver tailored recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team.

Kathrine Wunderli Bastian is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 19 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Fidelity in various roles from 2007 to 2024. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services primarily to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and includes capabilities in derivatives and commodities.

Tyrone Wheeler Sr. is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1982. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and charitable organizations.

Arthur Remiasz is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013, also working at JPMorgan Chase Bank from 2012 to 2018. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research with forward-looking capital market assumptions, supporting recommendations that may include ESG criteria.

Louis Pinto is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Orland Park, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee options, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, while operating under a fiduciary standard.

Omar Martinez Ortiz is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes seven years at Guardian Industries and ongoing roles at Merrill and Bank of America. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and other institutions, with portfolio implementation tailored by strategy and client preferences.

Cesar Tovias is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, having also worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2002. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research and may incorporate ESG criteria, supported by broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

David Gustafson is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 designations. His prior experience includes roles at J & J Ventures Inc, PNC Bank, and Chase Bank NA. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of advisors and advanced operational tools.

Jack Wallace is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He is actively involved in educating clients on retirement planning, including income and investment strategies. Jack has progressed through several roles at Fidelity Investments, starting as a Financial Representative in 2024, then serving as a Relationship Manager from 2025 to 2026, followed by a position as Planning Consultant in 2026 before assuming his current role. His experience encompasses various facets of financial consulting, with a focus on retirement planning and investment guidance. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Jack engages in family activities and enjoys fitness pursuits, as well as playing football and golf. He also spends time at the lake.

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.

Joshua Sargeant is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab, he worked at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company. Outside of finance, he is involved in the hospitality industry as a bartender at Za Za Trattoria. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by a large-scale integrated operational structure.

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.

Dave Eklin is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2016. Prior to this role, he worked as a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones from 2013 to 2016 and as an Equity Options Derivatives Trader at Infinium Capital Management from 2009 to 2012. In his current role, Dave focuses on listening to his clients to understand their financial goals and collaborates with them to create, implement, and maintain financial plans that support their desired lifestyles. He leverages various resources to help clients work towards achieving their financial objectives. Outside of his professional work, Dave engages in family activities and enjoys fitness, football, golf, spending time at the lake, and photography.

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.