Chris Higashihara is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in St. Louis, MO, holding a Series 66 designation with 14 years of industry experience. He has worked with Edward Jones since 2007. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Alexander Elger is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Robert W. Baird for six years and has been affiliated with Loyola University Chicago since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, Elger serves as treasurer for the Peoria Public School Foundation and is the athletic director at St. Vincent de Paul School. 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 approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a range of financial products such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Janine Noetzel is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Chesterfield, MO, with 19 years of industry experience and over 20 years at Edward Jones. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management across a broad network of advisors and branch offices, offering discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, tax-efficient services, and affiliated investment products.

Bobby Prashad is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Columbia, IL, where he has worked since 2018. He has seven years of industry experience and previously spent ten years at Ameren Corporation. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment options, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors.

Katie Pennington is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Wentzville, Missouri, holding a Series 66 designation with 10 years of industry experience. She 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 offers a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Timothy Lumsden is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and has been in the industry since 2026. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held roles at Bunge and worked in various capacities at Creighton University from 2022 to 2026. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies. The firm employs a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage a range of portfolios and serves as an advisor to multiple registered funds.

Aaron Longenecker is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with seven years of industry experience. He is currently with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., where he has worked since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a partner in a business focused on development and website design and serves as CEO of a financial planning LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using comprehensive analytical tools and supports a wide network of advisors and affiliated firms.

Syed Mahmud is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Chesterfield, MO, holding Series 65 and Series 63 designations and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2005. Mahmud serves on the Endowment Committee of the Islamic Center of Greater St Louis, where he participates in investment discussions and efforts to grow the Endowment fund. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized retirement income service that provides tailored, ongoing advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies for clients near or in retirement.

Lee Jackson is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Maryland Heights, MO, with eight years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2017, he worked at Aerotek from 2015 to 2017. 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 broad range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Carrie Altman is an investment advisor with LPL Financial in Saint Charles, Missouri, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 16 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes ten years at INVEST Financial Corp and ongoing roles since 2018 at both LPL Financial and First State Bank of St. Charles. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Eric Wentzel is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Ballwin, Missouri, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, including pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of over 23,700 advisors and offers a range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and proprietary mutual funds.

Kevin Kasper is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in St. Louis, MO, where he has worked since 2018, totaling eight years in the industry. His prior experience includes three years with the St. Louis County Police Department and ongoing service in the Missouri National Guard as a Sergeant. He supervises and trains soldiers in military police duties as part of his National Guard role. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Kathleen Riley is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in St. Charles, MO, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2000. Outside of her advisory role, she is a partner in a property ownership business. 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 strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Jodi Wohldmann is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in St. Louis, MO, holding the ChFC® and Series 66 designations with seven years of industry experience. She has worked at Edward Jones since 2018 and previously spent 17 years at State Farm Insurance. Outside of advising, she is a co-owner of a FedEx delivery route business and has a joint interest in rental properties, though she is not actively involved in their management. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of investment advisory programs and affiliated financial products. The firm is notable for its extensive retail advisor and branch network as well as its additional capabilities, including trust services and securities-based lending.

Mikayla Yeakey is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2026. She previously worked as a Relationship Manager at Fidelity Investments from 2025 to 2026 and as a Financial Representative from 2024 to 2025. Mikayla's professional approach focuses on meaningful collaboration with clients, aiming to understand the motivations behind their financial decisions to clearly express and address their goals. She emphasizes strengthening the client-advisor relationship and introducing strategies clients may not have previously considered to foster a more informed and confident planning experience. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Mikayla has personal interests that include the beach, boating, golf, traveling, and exploring food.

Timothy Jurado is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in St. Louis, MO, holding a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, he held positions at Lou Fusz Athletic, Fontbonne University, Lewis and Clark Community College, Central Methodist University, and the Lindbergh School District. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner and owner of Veni Vici Properties LLC, a rental real estate business. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers a range of financial planning and consulting services, combining diverse portfolio management styles with firm research and affiliated sub-advisers.

Nicholas Lawson is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management based in St. Louis, MO, and has four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Thrivent, he worked for AvisBudget Group for over a decade and currently holds ownership and leadership roles in a car rental operation and a solar installation fulfillment company. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors, focusing on goal-based, holistic financial planning without discretionary trading authority or institutional portfolio management.

Kennique Schuetz is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Tempe, AZ, where she has worked since 2008. She has 17 years of industry experience. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard and supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Garret Keegan Johns is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at Pfs Investments Inc and Primerica Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in mortgage loan sales and marketing, and operates a sole proprietorship providing securities, investment advisory, and insurance products. OSAIC Wealth serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services, including comprehensive financial planning and managed portfolio programs. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization supported by risk-tolerance analysis and offers various account management options and third-party investment solutions.

Carolyn Terschluse is a CFP® and CFA®-designated financial advisor with eight years of industry experience, currently practicing at Edward Jones in St. Louis, MO. Her career includes multiple terms with Edward Jones since 2017 and periods at the University of Missouri. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee 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.