Matthew Bingham is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with 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 combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Rahman Hemica is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Merrill, based in Orland Park, IL, and has one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America and leadership experience at One Pharma, a pharmaceutical manufacturing company based in Bangladesh, where he serves as a director. He is also involved with Hemica's Angels for Humanity, a nonprofit providing healthcare and meals to underserved communities in Bangladesh, and founded No Chinta Home Healthcare, a platform offering comprehensive home medical services. 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 to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Jessica Walton is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and less than one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Bank of America, N.A., American Family Life Assurance Company, and Siebert Williams Shank & Co., LLC. Walton serves on the board of directors for Timeless Gifts, a nonprofit performing arts program in Chicago for youth and young adults. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Anna Bertha Stepanovic is a financial advisor at Osaic with 29 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services Inc for nine years. She is also president of Plenitud, Inc., an S corporation through which she receives residual insurance payments. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients, offering brokerage, investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement consulting services. The firm provides diversified portfolio management using various asset-allocation tools and supports multiple advisory platforms and third-party solutions.

Austin Smith is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Guggenheim Funds Distributors, LLC and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured tools and modeling techniques but does not include individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Bob Colville is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 17 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and also works with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2010. 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 brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Cesar Venzor is a financial advisor at Merrill with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. He is based in Chicago, IL. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Richard Sofiak is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Orland Park, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following a year at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, with a broader set of financial product offerings than typical large institutional advisers, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Dylan Engel is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Orland Park, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at Chipotle for four years. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process utilizing firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

John Quinn is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Burr Ridge, IL, holding CFP® and Series 66 credentials and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, he worked in various roles including positions at Van's Liquor Store and involvement with the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Dubuque. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Laurel Long Engel is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Orland Park, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. She has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a wide range of advisory programs, including financial planning using structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

James Budzinski is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with six years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2019 and previously spent 40 years at Xerox Corporation. He holds a Series 66 designation. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Richard Jakush is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 37 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2007. Jakush holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Kyle Tripi is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and related entities since 2021 and also engages in selling life and fixed annuities as an insurance agent. Currently, he operates under Nestlehut Financial Services, LLC, a financial services DBA. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with access to various third-party money managers and program structures.

Todd Riggin is a CFP® professional with 34 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at LPL Financial since 2021. He has a long tenure at Harris Investor Services Inc and Harris Bank, spanning over 20 and 30 years respectively. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

James Hogan is a CFP® with 32 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Cetera. He has worked with Cetera since 1998 and holds additional roles including partner at Cornerstone Advisers LLC and owner of an accounting and tax practice, Hogan & Company CPAs. Hogan also serves as treasurer on the board of the Tri-Town YMCA, a nonprofit organization offering childcare and summer programs. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC distributes its services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, operating a multi-manager platform that provides access to affiliated and third-party investment managers.

William Johnson is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in La Grange, IL, holding a Series 66 designation. He has approximately one year of industry experience, with previous roles at Regions Bank, State Farm, Marriott Hotel, and William Blair. 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, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

James Kapala is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Orland Park, IL, holding the CFP® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has 36 years of industry experience, including roles at Harris Investor Services, Inc. since 2008 and LPL Financial since 2021. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios and research from multiple sources to support both discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Joseph Spataro is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Mokena, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Waddell & Reed Inc and various insurance carriers associated with W & R Insurance Agencies. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with Rincker Investments, LLC, a non-investment related business entity. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside research-supported model portfolios and various technology-driven investment solutions.

Kevin Raftery is a financial advisor with LPL Financial holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2010 and concurrently holds a role at Old National Bank since 2022. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by research and model portfolios.