Irmina Borre is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she consults for a skincare products company, Rodan and Fields. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm offers both brokerage and advisory solutions and manages approximately $671 billion in assets.

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 at Edward Jones in Algonquin, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations with 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2015. 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 with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm is notable for its large retail advisor and branch network, fiduciary advisory services, and affiliated capabilities including mutual funds and a trust company.

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 with J.P. Morgan Securities in Hoffman Estates, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 31 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at JPMORGAN Chase Bank, N.A. and Charles Schwab, where he worked for over two decades. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting within a non-discretionary program. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research and may include ESG considerations, supported by affiliates handling implementation and portfolio services.

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 at OSAIC with 16 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Securities America Advisors and Raymond James Financial Services. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in insurance sales through a sole proprietorship. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporations. The firm offers a multi-advisor platform with brokerage and advisory services employing model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and various managed account strategies.

Brian Crary is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His prior experience includes roles at Fidelity Investments and J.P. Morgan Securities. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily composed of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment options supported by multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational capabilities.

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 been with J.P. Morgan in various roles since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, Anders is involved in technology ventures through XGrowth Solutions LLC and has a passive investment interest in Newsmax Media Inc. 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 searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screens and qualitative research to build model asset allocations, with recommendations limited to eligible strategies that may incorporate ESG criteria.

Donald Karpick is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Schaumburg, IL, and has 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its predecessor since 2011. Outside of advising, he serves as president on the board of the Fountain Terrace Homeowners Association. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large institution serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services that focus on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm’s approach integrates proprietary research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools, with recommendations implemented on a non-discretionary basis.

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.

Owen Johnson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Cary, IL. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has one year of experience in the financial industry. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he worked at BMO Harris Bank, First Community Mortgage, PrimeLending, and Freedom Mortgage. He also has a background in academia from Purdue University. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, supported by extensive operational and research tools and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Samuel Girouard is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Crystal Lake, Illinois. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has 12 years of industry experience, including 12 years at JPMorgan Chase Bank NA and J.P. Morgan Securities. He joined LPL Financial in 2026. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a network of over 22,900 advisors.

Steven Terradista is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and having 10 years of industry experience. He previously worked at BMO Harris Financial Advisors, Inc. from 2014 to 2021 before joining LPL Financial in 2021. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm supports advisors with a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies and integrates machine-learning tools for operational and research purposes.