John Morgan is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2020, he spent 15 years at New England Schooner, Inc. and Royal Alliance Associates. He is also associated with BULLBUFF LLC, a business entity established for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to model portfolios and third-party asset management, supported by extensive operational and research tools.

James Morton is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding ChFC® and Series 63 designations and bringing 45 years of industry experience. He has worked with Raymond James since 2012 and is also president of Morton Private Wealth Strategies, Inc. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and uses analytical tools to support client goals, with specialized programs in municipal advisory and SIMPLE IRA employer consulting.

Debleena Chaudhuri is a financial advisor at Merrill with five years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and US Bank since 2018. 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.

Matthew Buhrt is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on creating personalized wealth management strategies tailored to his clients' unique life priorities and financial goals. Matthew works closely with individuals, families, and business owners to develop flexible plans that adapt to changing market conditions and leverage the investment insights of Merrill alongside the banking and lending services of Bank of America. His areas of expertise include family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, individual and corporate investment strategies, and retirement income planning. Matthew utilizes a comprehensive range of services such as financial planning, investment management, tax-efficient growth optimization, education savings, and fiduciary trust services to provide a robust wealth management experience. Matthew holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Illinois and holds the Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designations. Outside of work, he has personal interests that include basketball, golfing, music, reading, and spending time with his family.

Clifford Cadle Jr. is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 28 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. His prior experience includes roles at Equitable Advisors and Advisors' Pride Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with Aspiration LLC, a construction business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Jeffrey Bonsol is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Carol Stream, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 17 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, Bank of America, Merrill, and Avatar Securities. 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 through a program supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

John Winkates is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing Services and A.G. Edwards & Sons. He is also involved in other business activities as a financial advisor with Morton Private Wealth Strategies and Winkates Wealth Management. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and nonprofit clients. The firm provides non-discretionary planning tailored to client goals using risk profiling and modeling tools and supports municipal and public finance work as well as SIMPLE IRA advisory programs.

Vince Marino is a CFP® professional with 26 years of industry experience, currently serving at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. He has also been affiliated with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. for over two decades. 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. Their advisory process combines quantitative screening and qualitative research to develop model asset allocations, with implementation supported by affiliated investment-management entities.

Magdalena Marinescu is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Her background includes roles at Verizon and AT&T prior to joining Fidelity. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Alvin Boyd is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Edward Jones since 2019. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Uber and CarMax. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including various types of households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a broad range of advisory services through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Katherine Mangiardi is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 19 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services, Transamerica Financial Advisors, and Wfg. Outside of her advisory role, she is the CEO and owner of Fierce Females LLC, a personal podcasting venture focused on interviewing women entrepreneurs. Fisher Investments serves a diverse global clientele, including institutional and high-net-worth clients, offering discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes. The firm employs a centralized investment process combining quantitative and qualitative research to build globally diversified portfolios and provides a range of services, including sub-advisory and retirement plan management.

Steven Whiting II is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at WFGIA/Transamerica Financial Advisors and several major airlines, such as American Airlines Group, National Airlines, FedEx, and United Airlines. 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 nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors. The firm combines a large retail advisor and branch presence with affiliated capabilities, including a trust company and proprietary funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Jeremy Meinhardt is a financial advisor at Fidelity with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Edward Jones and Kindred Healthcare. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary fundamental research and quantitative analysis to construct model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm is notable for its use of algorithmic methods, AI technologies, and its registered role with the CFTC as a commodity pool operator.

Matt Vahl is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2019. With over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, he partners with clients to identify and understand their financial goals and develop personalized plans aimed at achieving financial freedom, flexibility, and peace of mind. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Matt worked as a Financial Services Professional at New York Life from 1996 to 2019. He began his career as a Financial Services Wholesaler at Talbot Financial Services from 1994 to 1996. He holds a California Insurance License.

James Czerniak is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley, LPL Financial, and LaSalle Financial Services. He also serves as Chief Investment Officer for Ambassador Wealth Management, where he is involved in portfolio review, new business development, and client servicing. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a variety of brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform, utilizing model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization supported by risk-tolerance assessments and efficient frontier analysis.

Natalia Peterson is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 3 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB since 2023. Her prior work experience includes roles at Actalent Services, KinderCare Learning Centers, and Walmart. Charles Schwab serves a large client base, primarily 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 combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and a centralized operational structure.

Madelen Betbadal is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, while also maintaining a position with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 1996. 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 and fund searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary program. Their advisory process combines quantitative screens and qualitative research, incorporating ESG frameworks and utilizing broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Charles Mowery is a financial advisor at Osaic with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at SAI Financial Services and RMB Capital, as well as various non-financial employment. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base, including retail investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients, offering brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform. The firm’s investment process focuses on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting a range of strategies and third-party manager programs.

Maria Wojcik Llamas is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Barrington, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and has been with Citigroup Global Markets since 2000. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by its Financial Advisors and specialized tools.

Socorro Fajardo is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Merrill, Bank of America, and Principal Securities/Princor. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting for plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to develop model asset allocations, with recommendations that may include ESG criteria.