Johnathan Ryan is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo, he spent five years in full-time education at Rockhurst University and four years at St. Pius X Highschool. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary investment advice. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Paula Hoelting is a Wealth Management Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2024. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2016 in various capacities, including Planning Consultant and Senior Relationship Manager. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked as a Senior Training Consultant at Boston Financial Data Services from 2004 to 2014 and as a Retirement Planning Representative at American Century Investments from 1993 to 2004. With over 30 years of experience in the financial industry, Paula specializes in assisting clients in creating and maintaining investment strategies that align with their long-term needs. She serves as the primary point of contact for clients' Private Wealth Management teams, focusing on providing support for questions and service requirements. Outside of her professional work, Paula enjoys boating, socializing with friends, spending time at the lake, parenthood, reading, and traveling.

Carol Blunk is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2017 and previously worked at Centennial Securities Company, Inc. from 2016 to 2017. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm uses a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Michael Williams is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JP Morgan Chase Bank since 2021. His prior experience includes roles at Selectquote, FS Investment Solutions, Chiron Investment Management, Foreside Fund Services, and Extensis. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. The firm’s advisory program focuses on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by centralized due diligence combining quantitative and qualitative research.

Dennis Clifford is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Kansas City, MO, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Money Concepts Capital Corp, Country Club Financial Services, Inc., and Waddell & Reed. Outside of his advisory work, Clifford is involved with Bama Hotel Partners, LLC, and owns Clifford Advisors LLC, both non-investment related ventures. 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 financial planning and asset management services, utilizing various model portfolios and third-party subadvisors, and supports its advisors with technology tools for research and operations.

Matthew Winterhalter is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Lenexa, KS, holding a Series 66 designation and with two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he was involved with several Catholic churches in music-related roles. Outside of his advisory work, Winterhalter is a freelance church musician and organist, providing music for weddings, funerals, and church services. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and affiliated investment products. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and operates a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Benjamin Seibold is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Kansas City, MO, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles outside finance, such as positions at the University of Denver Golf Club and the Denver Wedding Rental Company. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering bundled advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, which combines non-discretionary client guidance with access to affiliated discretionary managed accounts.

Brian Hamilton is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with CFP® and Series 66 credentials and eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2017 and previously was at NIC Inc. from 2012 to 2017. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates through a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors and 15,000 branch offices.

Jonathan Morton is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Kansas City, MO, holding a Series 66 designation. He joined Morgan Stanley in 2026 after roles at Prairie Ridge Logistics and C.H. Robinson, and previously worked at Whole Foods Market. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured discovery and firm-approved tools but does not include individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

James Wyllie is a financial professional at Cetera with a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. He has held roles at Cetera Advisors LLC, Purpose Planning, and Spencer Financial Services, LLC. Outside of finance, Wyllie is involved in community and nonprofit activities, including ownership of Liberty United Soccer Club and Reclaim Functional Rehab, as well as serving on the leadership board of the nonprofit Man Up and Go and as an elder at Liberty Christian Fellowship. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser operating a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors. The firm serves individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a multi-manager platform offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Matthew Thompson is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 credential and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2001. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing real estate properties through Thompson Real Estate LLC. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services focused on clients near or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver personalized recommendation reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional provider.

Christopher Pope is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Kansas City, MO. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 18 years of industry experience, including 17 years at Commerce Bank before joining Morgan Stanley in 2025. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer providing advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Christian Koburov is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Kansas City, MO. He holds a Series 66 designation and has recently transitioned into the industry, beginning his advisory career in 2026. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he held positions at Commerce Bank, Veterans United Home Loans, and Northwestern Mutual, among others. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, supported by a large network of advisors and advanced operational tools.

Andrew Nyland is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at AE Wealth Management LLC, The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, and Creative Planning. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets with a large nationwide network of financial advisors and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Jack Donovan is a financial advisor at Stifel with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at American Century Investment Services, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Embrace the Grape, a business he has been affiliated with since 2022. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm employs a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to guide asset allocation and financial planning.

David Degoler is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Kansas City, MO, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Motorola Solutions and Northern Trust. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor portfolio management and financial planning. The firm operates with institutional trading capabilities alongside wealth management services, providing a broad range of financial solutions.

Bryan De Coursey is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He previously worked at firms including MassMutual, LPL Financial, and Waddell & Reed. Outside of his advisory role, De Coursey serves as a stage hand for the Kansas City Chiefs, assisting with the setup and takedown of equipment for on-field pregame activities. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, focusing on comprehensive, goal-based financial planning without discretionary trading authority. The firm allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option, maintaining a separation between the two services.

John Cheng is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Franklin Templeton Investments and Franklin Templeton/Granite Solutions. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a video blog company reviewing collectibles and is involved with a nonprofit organization supporting single parents and those in financial need. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, with a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors. The firm offers a range of investment advisory programs and affiliated services, including tax-efficient strategies and discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee offerings.

Gina Mauller is a Financial Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) designation, as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential, underscoring her commitment to professional standards in financial planning and investment advising. Gina is registered in multiple states, enabling her to serve clients and their families nationwide. Her experience encompasses working with a diverse client base including multigenerational families, estate trustees, recipients of inheritances, business executives and small business owners, as well as plan sponsors and employees in healthcare and public service sectors. She provides tailored financial analysis and strategic guidance to assist clients with complex needs across areas such as family wealth management, legacy planning, retirement income, and socially responsible investing. Gina earned both her bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Missouri and is proficient in English and Spanish. Outside of her professional commitments, she enjoys dancing, hiking, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family. She resides with her husband and has a blended family with four children and four grandchildren.

Julio Cerda is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Kansas City, MO, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo, Merrill, Bank of America, and Uber 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 employs a centralized due diligence process combining quantitative and qualitative research and offers broader derivatives and commodities capabilities compared to many institutional advisory programs.