Don Barnes is a financial advisor with Cetera in Burr Ridge, IL, holding CFP® and Series 63 credentials and 38 years of industry experience. He also owns Don W. Barnes, CPA PC, a tax preparation and accounting business. Barnes has worked with Cetera and its affiliated entities since 1988 and founded Cornerstone Advisers, LLC in 2017. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, institutional, corporate, charitable, and retirement plan clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services, operating as a multi-manager platform with diverse program options and more than $256 billion in assets under management.

Scott Gengler is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones for five years and spent sixteen years at CUSD 308. Outside of advising, he owns Thomjohn Properties LLC, a business involved in residential property rental. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning using analytical tools and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Eric Salek is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following a brief tenure at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. The firm provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering services such as investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. Wells Fargo Clearing’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Jackie Emerick is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2016. Prior to that, she was involved with 4 Hermanos LLC for one year. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to guide investment recommendations.

Benjamin Black is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he partners with clients to develop financial plans and build trusted personal relationships aimed at achieving their financial goals. He focuses on being responsive and empathetic to client situations, fostering strong, enduring client relationships. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments in 2023, Benjamin held roles as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2018 to 2022 and from 2013 to 2015, as well as at Wells Fargo from 2015 to 2018. He also worked as a Wealth Management Analyst at Morgan Stanley between 2006 and 2013 and began his career as an Internal Wholesaler at Van Kampen Investments from 2002 to 2005. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Benjamin enjoys biking and staying active on his road bicycle. He is a parent of two children and also pursues interests in pets, photography, traveling, and volunteering.

Patricia Paulik is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 2013 and previously worked at Heartland Bank for five years. Outside of her advisory role, she is a manager and owner of PPLK Management, a company involved in managing real estate rental collections. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services through a national network of investment adviser representatives.

Matthew Bish is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Oswego, Illinois. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 15 years of industry experience, having been with Edward Jones since 2010. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Ryan Cole is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked in various capacities within Fidelity since 2016, including roles at Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC and FIDELITY Personal and Workplace Advisors. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and serves multiple registered investment companies with a formal advisory role.

Christopher Jackson is a financial advisor at Cetera with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at Fifth Third Securities, FifthThird Bank, and Lincoln Investment Planning, Inc. His other business activities include fixed and life insurance through Financial Identity Advisors and JBC Companies. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base ranging from individual investors to institutional accounts, offering a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options and financial planning services.

Kathleen Morrissy is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with a Series 66 credential and nine years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Waddell & Reed, various insurance carriers, and involvement with tax preparation businesses where she serves as the owner. Outside of advising, she operates a tax preparation service, Kathy Morrissy (Tax Prep), and assists with tax return preparation at Tom Morrissy (Tax Prep). Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service. The firm’s approach includes comprehensive written recommendations and ongoing advice focused on income reliability and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Basit Adhami is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at various divisions within JPMorgan Chase since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

Kyle Fox is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In this role, he works with clients to develop financial plans, identify strategies to enhance those plans, and maintain communication with clients and their families to support their investment and financial objectives. Kyle has been with Fidelity Investments since 2013, holding various positions including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Investments Consultant, and Financial Consultant before his current role as Vice President, Financial Consultant which he began in 2022.

Benjamin Johnson is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework. The firm operates within the broader J.P. Morgan broker-dealer and banking organization and offers a range of services on a non-discretionary basis.

James Burke is a CFP® and holds the Series 66 designation. He has 14 years of industry experience, all with Edward Jones, where he has worked since 2012. He is based in Darien, Illinois. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Sean Adair is the Vice President and Branch Leader at the Naperville Fidelity Investor Center. In this role, he oversees the branch operations with a focus on delivering client experiences aligned with their family financial goals. He leads a team of client-focused advisors committed to professionalism and care. Prior to his current position, Sean served as Vice President and Academy Manager at Merrill Lynch from 2016 to 2023. His professional experience centers on managing teams and supporting advisors to meet client needs effectively. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Sean engages in family activities, enjoys movies, parenthood, and reading.

David Breese is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, with 10 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Edward Jones in Aurora, IL since 2016. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory and investment services through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Nicholas Tyrell is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, with 10 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment advisory programs and maintains a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Brittany Wagner is a CFP® professional with 14 years of experience at Edward Jones, where she has worked since 2012. She holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Sugar Grove, Illinois. Outside of her advisory role, Wagner is involved in managing rental properties in St. Charles, Illinois. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients, including individual and institutional investors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and maintains a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Jean Paul Matiuk is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2009. Matiuk holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm’s approach combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Ify Okafor is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role held since 2025. Prior to this, Ify worked as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2024 to 2025 and as a Customer Relationship Advocate at the same company from 2023 to 2024. Before joining Fidelity Investments, Ify gained experience as a Mortgage Underwriter at N2Funding between 2020 and 2022. In the capacity of a Planning Consultant, Ify focuses on helping clients integrate all aspects of their financial picture to make complex decisions more manageable. Ify aims to be a trusted partner for clients throughout various life stages by listening, guiding, and assisting them in working toward their financial aspirations. Outside of work, Ify has interests in fitness, movies, parenthood, traveling, and volunteering.