Gregory Kojak is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and over 24 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2026 and previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network from 2004 to 2026, while also operating Kojak Capital since 2004. He is involved in an insurance-related business, Lincoln Park Financial Group, LLC, selling fixed insurance as an agent. 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, and institutional platforms, supporting a network of over 22,900 advisors and managing more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Thomas Mc Hugh is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, where he has worked since 2025 and has three years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan, he worked at U.S. Bancorp and its investment division from 2023 to 2025, and Jpmorgan Chase Bank, N.A. from 2009 to 2023. Outside of his financial career, Mc Hugh coaches girls varsity basketball at Crown Point Community Schools and has over a decade of experience coaching youth basketball. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm’s advisory program emphasizes written asset allocation advice, investment manager selection, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence and a combination of quantitative and qualitative research.

Brandon Macias is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Wheaton, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2019 and previously was involved in hospitality management and a bread and wine business. Macias serves as a board member of DayOne Alliance, a nonprofit organization focused on compliance with its mission and ethical standards. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients across a wide range of asset segments. The firm offers various advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.

David Johnson is a CFP® professional with 31 years of experience in the financial services industry. He currently works at LPL Financial and has a background that includes nearly two decades at Wayne Hummer Investments, as well as experience at Chase Investment Services Corp. and Banc One Securities Corporation. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting over 22,800 advisors and managing more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Susan Huizinga is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 credentials and ten years of industry experience. She has worked at various firms including Avantax Investment Services and Rozovics Wealth Management, where she is also a partner. Outside of advisory work, she serves as treasurer of the BTB Foundation, a nonprofit organization raising funds to support individuals fighting cancer. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individual and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services, utilizing multiple investment program structures and affiliated third-party managers.

Eric Schneider is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2012. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services for individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver non-discretionary, algorithm-assisted recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Kathleen Morton is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. She holds a Series 63 designation and has 41 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Norwex and Isagenix International, LLC, and she is a 50% owner and secretary of Morton Private Wealth Strategies, Inc. Morton also has a long-standing association with Melaleuca since 1993. 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 offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and analytical tools, supports wrap-fee advisory programs, and maintains specialized municipal and SIMPLE IRA advisory services.

Charles Stuck is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Schaumburg, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice. The firm’s approach integrates investment research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools, with a focus on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Daniel Studebaker is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Geneva, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 13 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Northwestern Mutual and John Roland. He serves on the board of Fellowship of Christian Athletes, supporting high school athletes through athletics and discipleship. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, focusing on holistic, goal-based analyses and planning without discretionary trading authority. Their approach includes options for combining planning with managed accounts under a consolidated billing program called WealthPlan.

Gayle Peterson Gillen is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Lisle, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2007. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide written, non-discretionary recommendations tailored annually by a centralized consulting team.

Nancy Morales Calara is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2024. Prior to this role, she held positions including Relationship Manager and Transition Services Specialist at Fidelity Investments, as well as various roles at Merrill and Banker's Life and Casualty Co. Her career demonstrates a progressive experience in financial services and client relationship management. Nancy emphasizes the importance of listening and building trust in financial planning. She approaches financial discussions with a focus on understanding each client's unique circumstances, whether addressing retirement, investments, or unforeseen financial events. Her professional philosophy centers on providing clarity and support as clients navigate their financial situations. Outside of her professional work, Nancy has interests in art, badminton, cars, food, social events, and traveling.

Robert Teske is a financial advisor with OSAIC holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. and Callero and Lorenz Financial. Teske is also involved in assistant roles focused on client service and retirement planning and operates a sole proprietorship as a licensed life and health insurance producer. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services. The firm employs a model-based investment process emphasizing asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and a range of strategies including Unified Managed Accounts and third-party manager programs.

Edward Daly is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Schaumburg, IL, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and five years of industry experience. He has previously worked with BMO Harris Financial Advisors and BMO Harris Bank. 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, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Domenico Ernandez is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James Financial since 2009 and previously worked at Merrill from 1999 to 2003. Ernandez is also a co-owner of Heritage Partners, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in real estate activities through ownership and partnership in entities that focus on purchasing and renting properties. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and supports municipal and public finance work, along with specialized advisory programs.

Zachary Dungee is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services from 2016 to 2024. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of advisors, offering goal-based financial planning without discretionary trading authority and separate managed-account options under a consolidated billing system.

Michael Sloan is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked for Wayne Hummer Investments for 15 years. 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 and model portfolio programs, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

John Verbeke is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 34 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2006 and previously worked at A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. for two years. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

John Burbidge Jr. is a financial advisor at Fidelity with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Edward Jones and the Stephen Buechele Insurance Agency. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC, where he is employed, provides 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 model portfolios across various asset classes.

Todd Brase is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and over 25 years of experience in the industry. His prior experience includes 14 years at J.P. Morgan Securities and 23 years at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as well as two years at Ameriprise. 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, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Robert Richards is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Barrington, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Penn Mutual. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s advisory approach includes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools, with offerings that range from financial planning to institutional investment programs.