Luis Garcia is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at CVS Caremark and Iontuition. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment solutions. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and operates through a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Kyle Adams is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Chicago, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Vanguard Group and Selective Wealth Solutions. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendation reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Heather Helmers is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 1997. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing detailed written Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary advice, with a focus on assets held in Ameriprise Managed Accounts.

Olga Brown is a financial advisor at Fidelity with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and is based in Schaumburg, Illinois. Outside of her advisory role, she works as an independent contractor for a travel agency, assisting clients with their travel needs. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that integrates fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is notable for its role in managing multiple registered investment companies and its use of advanced methodologies, including AI, in portfolio development.

Brett Schulz is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2018. Prior to that, he spent 20 years with Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank. 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 Wealth Advisors, combining institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Mike Chukhman is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he partners with clients to help them make prudent financial decisions for themselves and their families. He utilizes his industry experience and Fidelity's resources to provide personalized, comprehensive financial planning for clients of all ages and backgrounds. Mike is committed to understanding his clients on a personal level and aims to be their trusted advisor over the long term. His professional experience includes roles at Fidelity Investments as an Investment Consultant and Relationship Manager, as well as positions at JPMorgan Chase Bank as a Private Client Banker and Relationship Banker. This background has provided him with a broad understanding of financial services and client relationship management. Outside of his professional work, Mike has interests in comedy, fitness, food, social events with friends, music, and reading.

Anastasios Liosatos is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS Financial Services, Inc. for eight years before joining Raymond James in 2021. He is also the managing member of Silver Liberatore Group LLC. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipalities. The firm offers financial planning and investment consulting through various programs, with an emphasis on tailored, non-discretionary advice supported by firm research and multiple portfolio management styles.

Jeffrey Ziemnik is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, including roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. prior to that. 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, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Laura Flores is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 13 years of industry experience. She previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., where she accumulated over 14 years of experience before joining LPL Financial in 2026. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a wide range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by model portfolios and research from internal and third-party sources.

Ryan Bagarella is a financial advisor at Robert Baird & Co. with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith for seven years. His background also includes time at Pappy's Sweet Shop and Purdue University. He is part of The DDK Group within Baird’s Private Wealth Management practice, which serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, and institutional clients. The group offers tailored consulting and portfolio services, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, using a range of traditional and non-traditional investment strategies.

Brian Crary is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 18 years of industry experience. He has held prior roles at Fidelity Investments and J.P. Morgan Securities, including J.P. Morgan Chase Bank. Crary holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and is based in Lake Zurich, Illinois. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and associated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a formal alternative-investment platform.

Lois Wollney is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Barrington, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and Citigroup Global Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and financial planning services that utilize structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools to model potential outcomes. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides both direct individual plans and Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Brad Anders is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at various J.P. Morgan entities since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in technology and media ventures, including ownership of XGrowth Solutions LLC, which develops automated social media tools, and a passive investment in Newsmax Media Inc. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a network of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory capabilities with brokerage and investment management functions, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision authority.

Donald Karpick is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Schaumburg, IL, and has 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its predecessor since 2011. Outside of advising, he serves as president on the board of the Fountain Terrace Homeowners Association. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large institution serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services that focus on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm’s approach integrates proprietary research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools, with recommendations implemented on a non-discretionary basis.

Heidi Merkle is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management in Barrington, Illinois, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Merrill for 23 years before joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in 2018. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning that utilizes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools.

Eric Marzinke is a financial advisor at Osaic with 26 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. for 11 years. Marzinke serves as President of ProMark Investments, Inc. and is the presiding officer of the Palatine Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated financial advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, using tools such as asset-allocation models and automated rebalancing to manage diversified portfolios.

Melissa Gomez Castrejon is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 license and one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Fidelity Investments, JPM Chase, and Lou Malnatis. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and nonprofits through a national network of adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, utilizing model portfolios and research from various sources.

Janice Vlazny is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 19 years of industry experience. She has been affiliated with Cetera and related entities since 2006 and serves as Vice President of Holistic Wealth Management Group, Ltd., a financial services firm. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser with a nationwide network of over 10,000 independent advisors, serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, model portfolios, and access to third-party managers.

Matt Jacobson is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he partners with clients to understand their financial goals and develop customized plans to meet their needs. He places a strong emphasis on forming enduring relationships with clients and their families, prioritizing trust, reliability, and competency in his work. Matt has held various roles at Fidelity Investments since 2021, including Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual in 2021. His experience spans multiple facets of financial consulting and client relationship management. Outside of his professional career, Matt enjoys activities such as biking, running, swimming, fitness, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Owen Johnson is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with one year of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previous experience at BMO Harris Bank, First Community Mortgage, PrimeLending, and Freedom Mortgage. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services featuring both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.