Matthew Thompson is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Tinley Park, IL, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 designations and 26 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Northern Trust Bank, E*TRADE Securities LLC, and a brief period at Uber. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Jennifer Adams is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Palos Hills, IL, with nine years of experience at the firm. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked exclusively at Edward Jones since 2017. 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 and advisory services, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets with a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Fatima Calvillo Ortiz is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with nine years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked in various roles at J.P. Morgan entities since 2007, as well as at PoshMark and Airbnb. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, offering written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary advisory program.

Daniel Statam is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chicago Ridge, IL, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. He has one year of industry experience, including prior roles at Bank of America, Northwestern Mutual, and Trent Mausser. Outside of advising, he was involved with Campus Garage and Carpool. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services within the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors through model-based and discretionary strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Flavia Cardozo is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 18 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and incorporates forward-looking capital market assumptions.

Paul Walker is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2026. Prior to this role, he served as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2025 to 2026. His professional experience also includes working as a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch between 2024 and 2025, and as a Loan Structure Specialist at Bank of America from 2018 to 2025. In his career, Paul has focused on providing financial guidance and solutions to individuals and families to help them work toward their most impactful goals. Outside of his professional work, he has interests in art, board games, family activities, fitness, painting, and photography.

Carlos Bedolla is a financial advisor at Fidelity with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked in various roles at Fidelity, Apple, Beacon Funding, and DePaul University. Outside of his advisory work, he sells items on eBay. His firm, Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a systematic investment process that combines fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction.

Ryan Von Borstel is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. Prior to this, he worked as a Private Client Banker at JPMorgan Chase from 2021 to 2024. Ryan focuses on creating and implementing personalized financial plans tailored to his clients' goals. His professional experience encompasses investment consulting and private client banking. Ryan approaches finance with the understanding that money is a personal matter and aims to work collaboratively with clients to address their financial objectives. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Ryan enjoys camping, parenthood, reading, scuba diving, and volunteering.

Skye Bergeson is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Frankfort, IL, and has 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2010. 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 solutions supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

James Shannon is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked previously at Woodbury Financial Services, Credit Suisse Securities, and Lehman Brothers. Shannon serves as an advisory board member for Misericordia Home, a nonprofit supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporations. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services supported by a model-based investment approach, portfolio optimization tools, and a multi-advisor platform.

Benjamin Bjork is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has held roles at J.P. Morgan Securities, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., and Fidelity Investments. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting for plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. Its advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research supported by a centralized manager solutions team.

Bryan Bertani is a CFP® with 13 years of experience in financial planning and advisory services. He is currently with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. and has previously worked at Eagle Strategies and New York Life Insurance Company. In addition to his advisory role, he works as an associate and financial planner at Elevate Private Wealth Management. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm uses analytical tools and risk profiling to deliver tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting, supporting implementation through various advisory programs.

Daniel Jakuta is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 66 licenses. He has 38 years of industry experience and has previously worked at City National Bank, Wells Fargo Clearing, and A.G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutional clients, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs featuring discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing a mix of in-house and third-party investment managers.

Tonya Almond is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Lemont, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Before joining Edward Jones, she worked at Maritz and has been involved with Tag Agency LLC and several professional associations. She serves on the Finance Board for St. John Lutheran Church in LaGrange, IL. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a wide range of investment advisory programs and services through a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Cynthia Vavrik 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 Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member and treasurer for the nonprofit organization Something For Kelly, which focuses on children and youth. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and market modeling techniques.

Michael Monday is a CFP®, ChFC®, and holds a Series 66 license. He has nine years of experience in the financial industry, all of which have been with Edward Jones since 2017. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at IBM for fifteen years. Beyond his advisory role, Monday serves as Chairman of the Burr Ridge Veterans Memorial committee and is President of the LaGrange Rotary Club, where he leads community service initiatives. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Kevin Leyendecker is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with four years of industry experience. He is currently with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., where he has worked since 2024. Prior to that, he held positions at Equitable Advisors, BlueTriton Brands Inc., and Sherwin Williams. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, with recommendations supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Casey Davis Vician is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. He also has experience working with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2011. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process incorporates quantitative and qualitative due diligence and may include an ESG eligibility framework.

David Smith is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Orland Park, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 43 years of industry experience. His prior work includes 17 years at UBS Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, he manages real estate investments as a partner and manager of rental property LLCs. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and a variety of advisory programs supported by tools such as Monte Carlo simulations and secular return estimates.

William Brower is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Osaic since 2024. Prior to this, he spent over two decades at Securities America Advisors, Inc. and maintains ownership of William H. Brower, P.C., a bookkeeping and tax preparation business. Osaic Wealth serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services, including comprehensive financial planning and portfolio management. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting various investment strategies and third-party money manager programs.