Michael Ulaszek is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Geneva, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2015. 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 and offers a range of advisory and investment solutions supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Aaron Feinblatt is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Batavia, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its predecessor entities since 2001. Outside of his advisory role, Feinblatt manages several business entities related to the operations and management of his financial practice. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing tailored recommendation reports that incorporate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. As a large institutional firm, Ameriprise also delivers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies.

Bruce Cox is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Naperville, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 1987 and Primerica Financial Services since 1991. Outside of advising, he is involved in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliated Primerica companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and a limited number of separately managed account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure, with portfolio implementation delegated to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Joseph Miceli is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC since 2000. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in health and life insurance renewals as an insurance agent. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a network of over 10,000 independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and consulting services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with various program options, including automated allocations and direct indexing.

Gerald Rienton is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he focuses on understanding clients' financial goals and creating tailored financial plans. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2019, holding various roles including Investment Consultant, Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, Gerald worked as a Personal Banker at JPMorgan Chase Bank and U.S. Bank. Throughout his career, Gerald has developed expertise in financial planning and client relationship management. He emphasizes building relationships based on trust, reliability, and curiosity, utilizing Fidelity's tools and resources to support clients and their families in achieving their financial objectives.

Vicky Campbell is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Naperville, IL, holding CFP® and Series 63 designations and bringing 42 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2008. Outside of advising, she owns and operates Resurrection Ranch, a facility that offers horse boarding and riding lessons. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser supporting a broad client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm provides financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting through various programs and draws on diverse portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Martin Friel II is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Geneva, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and over 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2004. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as president of the Tri-Cities Soccer Association and has been a youth soccer referee for multiple local leagues. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary recommendations, supported by a centralized consulting team.

Joel Carlsen is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Lisle, Illinois, holding a Series 66 designation and over 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in trust services based in Dover, Ohio. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analysis methods. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and corporate financial planning services.

Richard Machaj is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. since 2021, with additional experience at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB. His background also includes roles at the Catholic Order of Foresters, Hamilton's Pub, Lewis University, and Franciscan Village. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves 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 offers a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management using multi-asset model portfolios, with centralized custody and order-routing capabilities.

George Torres Jr. is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2018. Prior to that, he spent ten years at FirstCash Inc. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors. The firm offers asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors, delivering these services alongside affiliated brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Alyssa O'Brien is an Investment Consultant with experience in financial planning and client services. She has worked as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2025, and previously held roles as an Associate Advisor at Allworth Financial from 2021 to 2023, and as a Client Associate at Ceres Wealth from 2020 to 2021. In her approach to financial planning, Alyssa focuses on assisting clients in achieving success in their financial journeys by providing excellent client service and leveraging her resources and team to create tailored financial plans. She emphasizes educating clients on their plans to help them understand financial concepts and better prepare for retirement. Outside of her professional work, Alyssa enjoys board games, fitness activities, social events with friends, puzzles, and traveling.

Gregg Vann is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Naperville, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He previously worked at James T. Borello & Co. for seven years before joining LPL Financial in 2018. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in tax preparation and accounting through Admiral Advisory Group. LPL Financial serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management and offering access to research, model portfolios, and various investment strategies.

Kristin Nendza is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at First Women's Bank of Chicago and Busey Bank. She serves as secretary on the St. Alphonsus/St. Patrick School Athletic Board and is involved in independent sales of cosmetics and activewear through social media. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, combining research and modeling with a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Ryan Johnsen is a CFP® professional with 16 years of experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 13 years. Johnsen is involved in managing staff and operations within his financial planning practice through his role at Prestidge Johnsen Operations, LLC. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services targeting clients with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations delivered by a centralized consulting team. The firm also provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Kassidy Gountanis is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Elgin, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, Kassidy worked in community therapy services and held various roles including early childhood teacher and sales associate. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment solutions, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and maintains a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Nathanael Ramos is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Carol Stream, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and six years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Thrivent Financial since 2019 and prior positions at The Leazer Group and People Helping People. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering comprehensive written recommendations on various financial planning topics without implementation. The firm emphasizes holistic, goal-based analyses and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan.”

Matthew O'Donnell is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015, and at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Outside of finance, he is involved in raising and managing a small herd of show cattle as an independent contractor. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by structured tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct client plans and Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Thomas Puccinelli is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 17 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, previously working at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC for one year. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s IPS-driven process incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Robert Mazanke is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team.

Michael Mousheh is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Thrivent Financial and various healthcare and education organizations. He is affiliated with Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that provides 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 discretionary and non‑discretionary portfolios across a range of investment products.