Robert Lorenz is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at BMO Harris Financial Advisors, J.P. Morgan Securities, Chase Investment Services, Cetera, Fifth Third Securities, and Ameriprise. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning and investment management options, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies supported by advanced operational tools.

Rosario Muncy is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Merrill, based in Lisle, IL, with four years of industry experience. He has been associated with Merrill since 2003, totaling 23 years at the firm. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers.

Timothy Glennon is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Batavia, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and with 28 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Grove Point Investments, H. Beck, Inc., Cetera Wealth Services, and Tower Square Securities. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with JP Glennon & Associates and serves as a notary with The Financial Group, Ltd. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Daniel Murphy is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Elburn, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he manages individual and education savings accounts for a family member and holds a traditional IRA. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with over $1 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Taylor Brinkworth serves as Vice President, Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role held since 2025. In this capacity, Taylor focuses on understanding clients' personal and financial situations to develop and adjust tailored financial plans using Fidelity's tools and resources. Prior to this, Taylor held several positions within Fidelity, including Financial Consultant (2021-2025), Investment Management Consultant (2018-2021), and multiple roles from 2013 to 2018 that contributed to building expertise in financial services. Taylor holds an Arkansas Insurance License, supporting the ability to advise clients in areas involving insurance products. Outside of professional pursuits, Taylor engages in family activities and enjoys hobbies such as horseback riding, outdoor adventures, Pilates, and running.

Bryan Holstrom is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Securities America Advisors, Covenant Financial, and Paragon Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, Holstrom serves as a board member for Mid-America Reformed Seminary and as a trustee for Grace Orthodox Presbyterian Church, where he also volunteers as a financial planner for ministers. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services, including comprehensive financial planning and advisor-managed portfolios. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and a range of managed account options.

Diane Cassens is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2006 and concurrently affiliated with Bank of America, NA since 2009. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Aonan Wang is a financial advisor with LPL Financial located in Carol Stream, IL. He holds the CFP® designation along with Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. Wang's career includes roles at BMO Bank, Royal Bank of Canada, HSBC Bank (Canada), and the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Canada), totaling several years of experience in the financial sector. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm supports a range of investment approaches, including model portfolios and third-party asset management, and operates with a large network of advisors managing substantial discretionary assets.

Senka Barney is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 30 years of industry experience. She has previously worked at UBS Financial Services and Merrill Lynch. Barney also serves as Vice President of Mountain Street Advisors, LLC, where she is involved in business operations and administration. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutional entities. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using risk profiling and modeling tools, and supports municipal and public finance work through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Martina Beckford is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 13 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Raymond James & Associates, Noyes Advisors LLC, and David A. Noyes & Company. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s investment approach 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.

Brooke Gaylord is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Elgin, IL, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Brooke’s prior experience includes roles at Forvis Mazars, DRW Holdings, Kirkland & Ellis, and a previous tenure at Edward Jones. Outside of finance, Brooke has worked in the salon industry. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory and investment solutions, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and supports over 23,000 financial advisors nationwide.

Richard Poole is a CFP® professional with over 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2023 and previously spent 19 years at Hartford Investment Financial Services, LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies and affiliated investment products, supported by a nationwide network of approximately 23,700 financial advisors and more than 15,000 branch offices.

Brian Magnan is a CFP® with 34 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Wells Fargo Advisors and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Prudential Equity Group, LLC. Magnan is based in Naperville, IL. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of investment and fee-based financial planning services, including specialized planning for business owners, special needs, and divorce, using proprietary research and planning tools.

John Pethokoukis is a financial advisor at Stifel with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2019. Prior to that, he was with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association from 2015 to 2019. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm uses a proprietary methodology for investment analysis and allocation, supporting client decisions with forward-looking capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling.

Bret Shannon is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. in Geneva, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in several business activities including client acquisition and planning through Morton Private Wealth Strategies Inc., where he serves as an independent contractor. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and modeling tools, and maintains unique municipal advisory capabilities along with specialized retirement plan consulting services.

Molly Rohrer is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Geneva, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 17 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2014 and with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and research from its Global Investment Committee.

Eric Milano is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, JPMorgan Securities, and Northern Trust. Outside of his financial career, he was involved with Armands Pizza and Pasta for over a decade. 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 supported by firm-approved tools and analysis from its Global Investment Committee.

Clarence Welton is a Financial Consultant currently serving at Fidelity since 2020. He has a background in financial services and management, having previously worked as Managing Partner at INOJ Strategic Acquisitions LLC from 2014 to 2020, and as Financial Center Manager and Assistant Vice President at Fifth Third Bank from 2009 to 2014. His professional focus includes helping clients achieve peace of mind, family security, and comprehensive financial planning to support retirement goals. Drawing from his experience as a family man and veteran, Clarence emphasizes building strong relationships to create financial plans that address current needs and future generational goals. Outside of his professional role, Clarence has interests in family activities, gardening, military service, music, parenthood, and reading.

John Hong is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013 and has served at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is a landlord and owns investment rental properties. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Amber Hubbard is a financial advisor with Robert Baird & Co. in Elgin, IL, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and 10 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Edward Jones, Tighe Kress & Orr PC, and St. Meyer & Hubbard. She is part of The DDK Group within Robert W. Baird & Co.'s Private Wealth Management department, which serves individual, corporate, pension, and charitable clients. The firm offers a wide range of services including financial planning, portfolio management, and custody and brokerage services, relying on internal research and manager oversight to support its advisory approach.