Thomas Pruzin is a financial advisor at Prospera Financial Services, Inc. with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at Equity Services Inc and National Life Group. Prior to his career in finance, he spent nearly four decades in the funeral home business. Outside of advising, he is involved in insurance production with Hanger Insurance Group. Prospera Financial Services is a multi-team advisory firm with 271 advisors managing approximately $14.4 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and access to multiple advisory platforms, including both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

David Griswold is a financial advisor at Prosperity Capital Advisors with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has previously worked at Hammer Financial Group and FedEx Ground. In addition to his advisory role, Mr. Griswold is a licensed insurance agent offering fixed insurance products. Prosperity Capital Advisors provides financial planning, consulting, and discretionary investment management to individual investors, corporate clients, charitable organizations, and retirement plan sponsors. The firm employs a model-driven, multi-sleeved investment approach utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, SMAs, and alternative solutions, and also offers institutional and sub-advisory services.

James Baltzersen is a financial advisor with Prospera Financial Services, Inc. in Crown Point, Indiana, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cetera Advisor Networks, Summit Brokerage Services, and Edward Jones. Outside of his advisory career, Baltzersen serves as a board member for Rotary International and Heritage Baptist Church. Prospera Financial Services is a multi-team advisory firm with 271 advisors managing approximately $14.4 billion in client assets. The firm serves individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and access to multiple advisory programs and platforms.

Michael Lee is a financial advisor at Gibbs Wealth Management, LLC with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at firms including Baker Richards Wealth Management, LLC and Horace Mann Companies. Outside of his advisory role, he has involvement in fixed insurance sales through a separate business entity. Gibbs Wealth Management offers discretionary investment advisory services to individual and high-net-worth clients using third-party model portfolios. The firm’s investment approach focuses on client goals and risk tolerance, relying on model management platforms rather than proprietary portfolio construction.

Pamela Martin is a CFP® with 14 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Waverly Advisors, LLC. She previously worked at StrategIQ Financial Group, LLC and has operated Keys to Life, LLC, a public speaking business. Waverly Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser managing portfolios for individuals, retirement plans, and pooled investment vehicles. The firm combines traditional equity and fixed-income strategies with alternative and private-market allocations, offering a range of financial planning, retirement consulting, and multi-family office services.

Neil Rago is a financial advisor at Archer Investment Corporation with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Archer since 2018. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as president of Matthew Alan Holdings LLC. Archer Investment Corporation provides investment advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, pension plans, and investment companies through separately managed accounts and proprietary mutual funds, managing approximately $900 million on a primarily discretionary basis. The firm’s investment approach involves comprehensive financial assessments and diversified portfolio construction across various asset classes, offering both discretionary management and model-driven programs.

Scott Luecke is a financial advisor with Prosperity Capital Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Prosperity Capital Advisors since 2012 and also maintains involvement with Hammer Financial Group, where he engages in the sale of fixed products, tax preparation, and Medicare supplements. Prosperity Capital Advisors provides financial planning, consulting, and discretionary investment management to a diverse client base including individual investors, businesses, charitable organizations, and retirement plan sponsors. The firm employs a model-driven, multi-sleeved investment approach featuring core risk-based portfolios, specialized strategies, and access to private and alternative investments.

Joshua Mauk is a financial advisor with Apollon Wealth Management, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at CAPE Securities, Inc., Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, PFS Investments Inc., and Primerica Financial Services. Outside of advising, he is involved in several business activities including owning ConnectMyBiz, which refers employers for Employee Retention Credits, and serving as president of TerraWealth Risk Management, focusing on life insurance and fixed annuity products. Apollon Wealth Management is an SEC-registered multi-team advisor serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, estates, businesses, charitable organizations, and retirement plans. The firm combines centrally managed models with locally managed portfolios and invests across various asset classes, offering services including financial planning, portfolio management, retirement plan advisory, and sub-advisory roles for private funds and pooled vehicles.

Kashish Meghani is a financial advisor at Waverly Advisors, LLC, holding a Series 65 designation with four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Waverly Advisors in 2024, Meghani worked at StrategIQ Financial Group, Savant Wealth Management, and First Secure Community Bank. Waverly Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser managing portfolios for individuals, retirement plans, and pooled investment vehicles. The firm combines traditional equity and fixed-income strategies with alternative and private-markets allocations and offers services including investment management, financial planning, and multi-family office solutions.

Thomas Hivko is a financial advisor at LaSalle St. Investment Advisors, L.L.C. with 42 years of industry experience. He has been associated with La Salle St. Securities, Inc. since 1986 and has been self-employed since 1980. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. LaSalle St. Investment Advisors provides fee-based financial planning and investment supervisory services to individuals, trusts, pension plans, charitable organizations, and small businesses. The firm offers both non-discretionary and discretionary management programs, utilizing a mix of mutual funds, ETFs, equities, fixed income, and options, with a notable emphasis on non-discretionary asset management.

Alexander Milton is a financial advisor with Belpointe Asset Management LLC in Munster, Indiana. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Milton has worked at several firms, including AFIN Family Wealth Management and Cetera Investment Services. Outside of advisory work, he is an independent insurance agent selling fixed insurance products. Belpointe Asset Management is a multi-team registered investment adviser with over 160 advisors managing more than $7.5 billion. The firm provides discretionary investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting to individuals, corporations, trusts, and other advisers, implementing customized portfolios through various strategies and model portfolios.

Jennifer Ryan is a CFP® with seven years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Waverly Advisors, LLC since 2024. Prior to joining Waverly, she worked at StrategIQ Financial Group, LLC for six years. Waverly Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser managing portfolios for individuals, retirement plans, and pooled investment vehicles. The firm combines traditional equity and fixed-income strategies with alternative and private-market allocations and offers a range of financial planning, retirement consulting, and multi-family office services.

Jon Lyons is a financial advisor with First Heartland Consultants, Inc. in Portage, Indiana, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with First Heartland Capital, Inc. since 2001. Lyons is also involved with Lyons and Bolek, LLP, which engages in the sale and distribution of insurance products. First Heartland Consultants serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan participants, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm provides financial planning, model-based management for self-directed 401(k) accounts, and both non-wrap and wrap asset management, delivering advice through a network of independent investment adviser representatives.

Melvin Brooks is a financial advisor with IP Financial Advisory Services LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has worked at IP Financial Advisory Services since 2020 and is also affiliated with Innovation Partners LLC and the Merrillville Education Foundation. Brooks has been involved with the Merrillville Education Foundation for over 20 years. IP Financial Advisory Services primarily serves individual retail clients, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services, with a focus on non-high-net-worth investors and retirement plan participants. The firm employs various analytical approaches and provides specialized advisory services, including actuarial analysis and benefits consulting.

Todd Gehring Gervase is a financial advisor at Prosperity Capital Advisors with three years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked with Innovation Partners LLC and Hammer Financial Group. In addition to his advisory role, he is a licensed insurance agent offering fixed insurance products. Prosperity Capital Advisors is an SEC-registered firm providing financial planning, consulting, and discretionary investment management to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm employs model-based asset allocation strategies and ongoing portfolio supervision using investment suites from providers such as BlackRock, Dimensional, and Vanguard.

Carolyn McClinton is a financial advisor with Global View Capital Management LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 21 years of industry experience. She has been affiliated with Global View Capital Management since 2014 and has prior experience at firms including Experior Financial Group and Transamerica Financial Advisors. McClinton serves on the board of the Miller Community Fund, a charitable organization focused on community projects in Gary, Indiana. Global View Capital Management LLC provides discretionary investment management and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm employs quantitative and technical investment strategies based on algorithmic research and offers a variety of managed account programs including SMAs, mutual funds, ETFs, and low-cost ETF-only options.

Victoria Chatman is a financial advisor at Waverly Advisors, LLC with three years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at StrategIQ Financial Group and several other non-financial roles. Waverly Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser managing portfolios for individuals, retirement plans, and pooled investment vehicles. The firm offers a range of services including investment management and financial planning, combining traditional equity and fixed-income strategies with alternative and private-market allocations.

Steven Gronceski is a CFP® professional with 32 years of industry experience. He is currently with Waverly Advisors, LLC, where he has worked since 2024. Prior to joining Waverly, he spent 25 years at StrategIQ Financial Group, LLC and nine years at Sii Investments. Outside of his advisory work, he is a member of IQ Companies, LLC, which owns StrategIQ Financial Group. Waverly Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, and pooled investment vehicles. The firm offers a range of services including investment management, financial planning, and multi-family office services, integrating traditional strategies with alternative and private-market allocations.

Craig Engel is a financial advisor with Principal Advised Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Allstate, Financial Engines Advisors, and Edelman Financial Services. Outside his advisory work, Engel participates as a subcontractor and performer in entertainment events and serves as an elections inspector as well as a board member for the West Porter Fire Protection District. Principal Advised Services offers investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, combining third-party tools and proprietary models with both non-discretionary recommendations and a discretionary investment management program called SimpleInvest. The firm’s affiliation with Principal Financial Group allows access to a range of proprietary products and integrated service offerings.

Christian Resendiz is a financial advisor at Waverly Advisors, LLC with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at StrategIQ Financial Group, LLC and UPS. Waverly Advisors is a multi-team registered investment adviser managing portfolios for individuals, retirement plans, and pooled investment vehicles. The firm integrates traditional and alternative investment strategies and offers services including financial planning and multi-family office support.