Everett Thomas is the Vice President and Executive Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2021. In this role, he collaborates with leaders on strategies for their lifetime goals through benefits optimization, compensation, and wealth planning. Prior to his current position, he held various roles at Fidelity Investments, including Vice President, Wealth Planner (2018-2021), Financial Consultant (2015-2018), Investment Consultant (2014-2015), Financial Representative (2013-2014), and Trader for the Private Client Group (2010-2013). Everett holds a California Insurance License, which supports his professional practice in financial and wealth planning. Outside of his professional work, he engages in personal interests such as baseball, family activities, fitness, golf, and tennis.

Tiffany Francis is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked in various capacities within JPMorgan Chase and its subsidiaries since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and operates a home décor business called The Home Embellisher. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, utilizing quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence.

Mark Byars is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, based in Naperville, IL. He has 16 years of industry experience and has been with Raymond James & Associates for 15 years. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services with a focus on tailored, non-discretionary advice supported by firm research and a range of portfolio management strategies.

Ajit Pant is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Lisle, Illinois, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2017 and previously spent 19 years at Metlife Securities Inc. Outside of his advisory role, Pant is the founder and board member of the American Association of Engineers of Indian Origin, a nonprofit organization focused on educational, technological, and scientific interaction and networking opportunities. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, structuring engagements as collaborative, annual relationships emphasizing goal analysis and broad investment strategy recommendations.

Sharon Piet is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been affiliated with Raymond James since 2022. She is also associated with My Advisor & Planner LLC, where she serves as a wealth manager. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm offers non-discretionary planning tailored to client goals and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Terence Prokop is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Westpoint/MassMutual Life Insurance Co and Denis Kelly/Wespoint/Mass Mutual. Prior to his financial services career, he was involved in education roles including Teach For America and Chicago Heights SD170. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Robert Bauer is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 43 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at LPL Financial since 2021. His prior experience includes roles at EMRJ, LLC, Regal Holdings, Palatine Chamber of Commerce, and Waddell & Reed, Inc. 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.

Sean Bradshaw is a CFP®-designated financial advisor at Edward Jones in Naperville, IL, with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Edward Jones is a wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates through a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Colin Gleason is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with over 14 years of industry experience, including a lengthy tenure at Northern Trust. He holds a Series 66 designation and is based in St. Charles, Illinois. 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 solutions, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Jordan Hennings is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management holding a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. His previous roles include positions at Wintrust Financial, CUSD 200 Wheaton Warrenville South High School, and Firmatek LLC. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits, focusing on holistic, goal-based financial planning without discretionary portfolio management for institutional clients.

Timothy Caulfield is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 41 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Hilltop Securities Inc. and Mesirow Financial, Inc. He is part of Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage a broad range of investment products including mutual funds, ETFs, and fund-of-funds.

Simon Waz is a financial advisor with Ameriprise based in Warrenville, IL. He holds a Series 66 designation and joined Ameriprise in 2025. Prior to his advisory role, he worked in construction and has been involved with the HDS Eagles Soccer Academy since 2021. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients. It offers a Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning that combines proprietary investment research and tools with personalized recommendations.

Laura Toms is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 29 years of industry experience. She is currently with Wells Fargo Advisors, having joined in 2023, following prior roles within Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. In addition to her advisory work, she holds ownership interests in Great Lakes Asset Management LLC and Elesty LLC, both investment-related businesses based in Naperville, IL. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment and financial planning services, utilizing proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored client recommendations.

Sardia Buari Wypych is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. She has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as well as CitiGroup Global Markets Inc. since 2016. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, utilizing a combination of quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence. The firm applies an ESG eligibility framework and offers services on a non-discretionary basis, with clients retaining final decision-making authority.

Charles Douglas is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 12 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Investment Services, and he also serves as president of Microtax, a tax preparation and accounting business he has operated since 1994. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser with a large nationwide network of independent advisors, providing a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services to individuals, employer-sponsored plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers multiple program options including model portfolios, third-party managers, and bespoke strategies, managing over $256 billion in assets across more than 10,000 advisors.

Erik Ford is a CFP® professional with 30 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. His prior roles include positions at 1st Global Insurance Services, 1st Global Advisors, and 1st Global Capital Corp. He serves as a trustee/board member at Science and Arts Academy, a private school in Des Plaines, IL. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered adviser serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent financial professionals using a variety of portfolio management approaches and platform arrangements.

Jennifer Mcadams is a Series 66-registered advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with 11 years of industry experience. She has been with Thrivent Financial and its investment management arm since 2014. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm focuses on holistic, goal-based analyses and offers planning engagements separate from managed-account services, with an emphasis on periodic reviews and client-driven implementation.

Michael Procaccio is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Cetera and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC since 2004 and runs Pro Financial Services Group Inc, a tax preparation and bookkeeping firm. In addition to his advisory work, he has experience in health insurance sales and real estate activities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management options and access to third-party money managers, operating with significant scale and multiple program structures.

Shawna Tutt is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2025. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2022, previously serving as a Central Relationship Manager from 2023 to 2025 and as a Transition Services Specialist from 2022 to 2023. Prior to joining Fidelity, Shawna worked as a Private Client Banker at Chase Bank from 2020 to 2022. Shawna focuses on serving clients with patience, clarity, and genuine care, emphasizing what matters most to them. She aims to build trust and simplify each step of the financial planning process to make it approachable, supportive, and grounded in real connection. Outside of her professional work, Shawna enjoys comedy, cooking and baking, family activities, fitness, social events with friends, and music.

Jacob Owens is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at IBM for six years. Owens has been with Thrivent Financial since 2021. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering goal-based analyses and written recommendations across a broad range of financial topics. The firm’s approach separates planning from managed-account services and does not include discretionary trading authority.