Maja Baric is a financial advisor with Fifth Third Securities, Inc., holding Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and 11 years of industry experience. She has been with Fifth Third Securities since 2015 and has worked at Fifth Third Bank since 2005. Fifth Third Securities, Inc. serves individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients through investment advisory and brokerage services. The firm offers multiple program types on the Passageway Managed Account platform, which includes advisor-directed mutual fund and ETF models, SMA strategies, and tax-overlay services.

Maurice Rodgers is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) and holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses. He has two years of industry experience and previously worked 15 years at RER Solutions Group LLC. Eagle Strategies serves individual and institutional clients by providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm delivers tailored advice through various program types and emphasizes fiduciary responsibilities, operating primarily on a non-discretionary asset management basis within an integrated New York Life affiliate structure.

Mira Dragisic is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Downers Grove, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 11 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Thrivent Financial, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., and Northwestern Mutual. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and active-duty military personnel. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

Lucero Ramirez is an advisor at Fifth Third Securities, Inc. with one year of experience in the financial industry. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been affiliated with Fifth Third Bank since 2015. Fifth Third Securities serves individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, corporations, and trusts. The firm offers investment advisory and brokerage services through various programs and third-party portfolio managers on its Passageway Managed Account platform.

Jarret Van Acker is a financial advisor at Mariner with a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Savant Wealth Management and Mariner Wealth Advisors. Mariner serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and private funds. The firm provides investment management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and coordinated tax and family office services, combining in-house research with third-party managers across a range of asset classes and strategies.

Nathan Muersch is a financial advisor at Principal Financial Services in Downers Grove, IL, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been in the industry since 2024, including experience with Muersch Financial LLC and Principal Life Insurance Company. Prior to his advisory roles, he was a student for three years and briefly worked at Walmart. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and corporations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

Jack Privateer is a financial advisor with Citigroup Global Markets, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at M1 Finance, New York Life, and Edward Jones. Outside of finance, he has experience working in hospitality and events, including roles at Global Brew Tap House, Topgolf, International Tap House, and Complete Wedding + Events. Citigroup Global Markets serves individual and institutional clients through a range of investment advisory programs and brokerage services. The firm employs multi-asset, multi-manager strategies and provides solutions for workplace, high-net-worth, and ultra-high-net-worth segments, combining large institutional scale with distinctive market roles and proprietary research capabilities.

Christopher De Simone is a financial advisor at Stratos Wealth Partners, Ltd with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Edward Jones and VALIC Financial Advisors Inc. Outside of financial advising, he has been involved in real estate property management and sales since 2002. Stratos Wealth Partners serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm offers financial planning, advisor-managed programs, access to model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting through a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Cameron Eades is a financial advisor at Mariner with a Series 65 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at the University of Illinois Foundation and Cline Financial Concepts. Mariner serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations, offering investment management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and coordinated tax services. The firm employs customized discretionary portfolios and integrates tax and accounting services alongside traditional portfolio management.

Rachel Seiler is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with six years of industry experience. She has worked at Creative Planning since 2022 and previously held roles at Mariner Wealth Advisors, Fifth Third Securities, Fifth Third Bank, Johnson Investment Counsel, and the University of Cincinnati. Outside of her advisory work, she volunteers as a girls basketball coach at Whitney Young High School in Chicago. Creative Planning provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, corporations, foundations, trusts, and retirement plans, managing approximately $217 billion in client assets. The firm employs a financial planning–led investment process focused on low-cost indexing and buy-and-hold strategies, supplemented by additional investment options and a suite of retirement plan services supported by affiliated legal, trust, and recordkeeping businesses.

Nancy Kwain is a financial advisor with William Blair, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 34 years of industry experience. She has been with William Blair & Company since 2005. William Blair’s Private Wealth Management division offers discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, and wealth services to individuals, foundations, pension, and corporate clients. The firm employs an active, research-driven approach across multiple asset classes and provides access to proprietary models, third-party sub-managers, and private investment opportunities.

Jayne Witte is a CFP® with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Mariner. She previously worked at BMO Wealth Management and RMB Capital Management. Mariner serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations, offering investment management, financial planning, retirement consulting, and coordinated tax services. The firm employs customized discretionary portfolios supported by in-house research and third-party managers, and provides integrated tax and accounting services uncommon among large advisory enterprises.

Nathaniel Salvador is a financial advisor with Transamerica Financial Advisors, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and having 10 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Transamerica Financial Advisors and Victor Salvador since 2017 and has been involved with World System Builders since 2023. He also oversees assistants and conducts product research in his role with Victor Salvador. Transamerica Financial Advisors serves a diverse client base ranging from individual investors to corporations, offering both advisory and broker-dealer services through proprietary and third-party model portfolios. The firm operates as both a registered broker-dealer and a registered investment adviser, providing a variety of investment programs and support services for retirement and plan clients.

Joseph Suhadolc is a CFP® with 15 years of industry experience, currently serving at Fifth Third Securities, Inc. since 2010. He has been associated with Fifth Third in various capacities since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he manages landlord duties for a rental property in Shorewood, Illinois. Fifth Third Securities, Inc. provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, charitable organizations, corporate clients, and institutional investors through its Passageway Managed Account Program. The firm offers multiple discretionary managed-account options, including advisor-directed models and separately managed accounts, and is notable for its municipal-advisor registration combined with its affiliation with Fifth Third Bank.

Igor Boyko is a financial advisor with PNC Wealth Management, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill. PNC Wealth Management offers retail brokerage and advisory services through several model-based programs, including an invitation-only digital discretionary account that uses algorithm-driven model strategies managed by PNC or third parties, focusing on mutual funds and ETFs with annual rebalancing.

Adam Simoncelli is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 65 license, with two years of industry experience. He has worked at Mariner since 2025 and previously was employed at Cerity Partners LLC, Seabold Capital Management LLC, the National Futures Association, and Northwestern Mutual. Mariner serves a wide range of clients including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and corporations, offering investment management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and coordinated tax services. The firm combines in-house research with third-party managers to implement customized discretionary portfolios and provides integrated tax and accounting services alongside traditional portfolio management.

Nedra Sykes is a financial advisor at Lincoln Investment with 21 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at AGIA and VALIC Financial Advisors. Outside of her advisory role, she is a member of Arden Enterprises, LLC, which provides capital for vending operations and identifies real estate opportunities. Lincoln Investment Planning, LLC serves a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, trusts, charities, and retirement plans. The firm combines advisor-led consulting with in-house portfolio management and third-party managers, maintaining a fiduciary role in ERISA and retirement advice.

Tedd Muersch Jr. is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Principal Financial Services since 2016 and has a background with Principal Life Insurance Company dating to 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in the sale and service of fixed life and health insurance. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and military personnel. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, and access to third-party money manager solutions under various adviser and promoter arrangements.

Erin Bonucchi is a CFP® professional with six years of experience in financial advising. She has been with Mariner Wealth Advisors since 2018, following three years at Capstone Financial Advisors, Inc. Erin is based in Oakbrook Terrace, IL. Mariner serves a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, trusts, and charitable organizations, providing investment management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and tax services. The firm uses discretionary, customized portfolios supported by an internal investment team and third-party managers, and offers integrated tax, accounting, and family office services alongside traditional portfolio management.

Bridget Camalick is a CFP® professional with four years of industry experience. She is currently with Mariner and previously worked at The Mather Group, LLC. Mariner serves a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporations, offering investment management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and tax services. The firm combines internal research with third-party managers and provides specialized services such as ERISA 3(38) solutions and coordinated tax and accounting integration.