Stephen Yates is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley in various roles since 2010, including Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A., since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and modeling techniques in its financial planning process.

Pamela Miller is a financial advisor at Cetera with 10 years of industry experience. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and also owns Shabsin-Miller, Inc., an accounting and tax preparation business where she works as an enrolled agent providing accounting, tax planning, and payroll services. Pamela has been with Cetera since 2016 and has prior experience at Joel Shabsin and Associates. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors, utilizing multiple program structures and a mix of discretionary and non-discretionary authorities.

Danny Hampton is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Crystal Lake, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, Hampton owns a family farm in Enfield, IL. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Jonathan Jansky is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 credential and 13 years of industry experience. His career includes positions at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and Charles Schwab. Outside of his advisory work, he performs as a musician in a cover band. J.P. Morgan Securities primarily serves institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, offering investment consulting and advisory services through a process that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence. The firm applies an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations and operates within the broader J.P. Morgan financial organization.

Brent Anderson is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan entities since 2015, including JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. 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 non-discretionary program supported by an in-house manager solutions team and centralized due diligence.

Ryan Roth is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015, having worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2008. 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 team of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Joseph Egan is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 42 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2009 and 2015, respectively. He is based in Lake Forest, IL. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs. The firm offers tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and proprietary analytical tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Nikolaos Balis is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has prior experience at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporate, foundation, and defined contribution plan clients. The firm offers asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, combining institutional advisory with affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Michael Ranieri is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Gurnee, Illinois, holding a Series 66 designation and having 23 years of industry experience. He has worked with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans since 2005 and with Thrivent Investment Management since 2002. 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 covering various topics and offers the option to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing program called “WealthPlan.”

Adam Liebman is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked for 20 years at Wayne Hummer Investments. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Kenyon Knight is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at Wilfred Wax and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Eric Perkins is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with 27 years of industry experience, currently with Cetera since 2023 and previously with Cetera Wealth Services, LLC since 2013. He also serves as president of the Elementary School District 159 Board in Mattson, IL. Perkins holds a Series 66 license and is based in Crystal Lake, IL. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, operating a multi-manager platform with diverse program options and overseeing over $256 billion in assets under management.

Eric Hilgart is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Crystal Lake, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2019 and at Harris Investor Services, Inc. since 2011. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including retirement plan consulting and brokerage services, with both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Colleen Kehoe is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. She has eight years of industry experience, including roles at MassMutual Life Insurance Company, Ameriprise, and Thrivent Financial. MML Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm’s planning engagements are collaborative and use firm-approved tools to analyze client goals, providing recommendations without discretionary authority.

Mirza Baig is a financial advisor with Merrill holding a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience and has previously worked at Citi and Bank of America. Baig also has a background in education, having taught at Northeastern Illinois University. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies tailored to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mark Kohnke is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He has a long-standing tenure with Primerica, beginning in 2000 across several affiliated entities, and previously worked at Travel Centers of America. Outside of his advisory role, Kohnke owns a delivery service business and has worked as an Uber driver. Primerica Advisors is the sponsor and discretionary portfolio manager of a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm uses model-driven investment strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and supports trade execution and custody through established third parties.

Matt Foster is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2016. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with affiliated brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Michael Reichman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has worked with LPL Financial since 2020 and previously spent eight years at J.P. Morgan Securities. 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 financial planning and advisory programs, along with research and model portfolio options supported by both internal and third-party resources.

Janine Kerin is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Crystal Lake, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and with six years of industry experience. She has worked at Edward Jones since 2019 and previously held roles at Boys & Girls Clubs of Dundee Township and Northwestern Medicine. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients, including individual and institutional investors. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branches nationwide.

Carolyn Rowland is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. She has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2015 and has additional roles within affiliated firms dating back to 2014. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved with CJ&K Training Services in an administrative capacity within the environmental services industry. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and estates. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through independent financial professionals, utilizing multiple custody platforms and proprietary as well as third-party investment strategies.