Thomas Kret is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 42 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2007 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services.

Raymond Ercoli is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor at Edward Jones in Elgin, IL, with 11 years of industry experience, all of which he has spent at Edward Jones since 2015. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including both non‑high‑net‑worth and high‑net‑worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, tax-efficient services, and affiliated capabilities through a nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Hieu Donahue is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 10 years of industry experience. He previously worked at J.P. Morgan Chase for 11 years before joining Edward Jones in 2025. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. 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 and investment strategies, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors and 15,000 branch offices.

Suzanne Mui Good is a financial advisor at Fidelity with five years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. Her prior experience includes roles at Stifel, CTL Global, and a 14-year tenure at Experian. She works with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, as well as registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, including the use of AI and systematic methodologies in managing model portfolios.

Irmina Borre is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2008. Outside of her advisory role, she consults on skincare products for Rodan and Fields. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.

Jennifer Hemmy is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked at Walgreens for eight years and Sears Holdings Corporation for six years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of investment strategies and affiliated products through a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Dennison White is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Algonquin, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2015. 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 services including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Luis Garcia is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at CVS Caremark and Iontuition. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment solutions. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and operates through a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Joshua Schafer is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services in Lake in the Hills, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Huntington Investment Company, Equitable Advisors, LLC, and J.P. Morgan. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. It offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides tailored, tax-aware retirement planning and ongoing advice focused on dependable income sources.

Heather Helmers is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 1997. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary advice, with a focus on assets held in Ameriprise Managed Accounts.

Brett Schulz is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2018. Prior to that, he spent 20 years with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors. The firm offers asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through Wealth Advisors, combining institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Anastasios Liosatos is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS Financial Services, Inc. for eight years before joining Raymond James in 2021. He is also the managing member of Silver Liberatore Group LLC. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipalities. The firm offers financial planning and investment consulting through various programs, with an emphasis on tailored, non-discretionary advice supported by firm research and multiple portfolio management styles.

Ryan Bagarella is a financial advisor at Robert Baird & Co. with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith for seven years. His background also includes time at Pappy's Sweet Shop and Purdue University. He is part of The DDK Group within Baird’s Private Wealth Management practice, which serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, and institutional clients. The group offers tailored consulting and portfolio services, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, using a range of traditional and non-traditional investment strategies.

Ann Morocco is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 16 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Securities America Advisors and Raymond James Financial Services. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in insurance sales through a sole proprietorship. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs various investment tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management across multiple asset types.

Brian Crary is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 18 years of industry experience. He has held prior roles at Fidelity Investments and J.P. Morgan Securities, including J.P. Morgan Chase Bank. Crary holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and is based in Lake Zurich, Illinois. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and associated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a formal alternative-investment platform.

Lois Wollney is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Barrington, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 36 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Citigroup Global Markets from 1993 to 2009, followed by positions at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2009 and 2015, respectively. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analysis methods. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services that combine extensive product offerings with structured planning processes.

Brad Anders 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 worked at various J.P. Morgan entities since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in technology and media ventures, including ownership of XGrowth Solutions LLC, which develops automated social media tools, and a passive investment in Newsmax Media Inc. J.P. Morgan Securities 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 network of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory capabilities with brokerage and investment management functions, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision authority.

Heidi Merkle is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Barrington, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She worked at Merrill for 23 years before joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in 2018. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including customized financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and advanced modeling tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and employer-sponsored financial planning services.

Melissa Gomez Castrejon is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Fidelity Investments, JPM Chase, and Lou Malnatis. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Janice Vlazny is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 19 years of industry experience. She has been affiliated with Cetera and related entities since 2006 and serves as Vice President of Holistic Wealth Management Group, Ltd., a financial services firm. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser with a nationwide network of over 10,000 independent advisors, serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, model portfolios, and access to third-party managers.