Paul Desruisseaux is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors. He previously worked at Edward Jones for six years and Primerica for two years. In addition to his advisory role, he is an adjunct math professor at the College of DuPage and serves as a consultant for the CFP Board reviewing scholarship applications. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm utilizes a variety of proprietary and third-party advisory programs and offers services covering mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, alternative investments, and ERISA fiduciary services for qualified plans.

Matt Estkowski is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 19 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked in various roles within Wells Fargo, including Wells Fargo Clearing from 2016 to 2024. Based in Oakbrook, IL, he joined Wells Fargo Advisors in 2015 and rejoined the firm in 2024. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, using proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations across diverse planning areas.

Kenneth Armbruster is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Voya Financial Advisors for five years before joining Cambridge in 2020. Armbruster serves as a board member of the Grand Lodge of AF&AM of Illinois and holds leadership roles with the Scottish Rite Valley of Chicago. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals using various discretionary and non-discretionary strategies and proprietary model portfolios.

Vytas Balciunas is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with five years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America before joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. in 2025. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through a data-driven, non-discretionary investment process that incorporates ESG criteria and centralized manager due diligence.

William Triantafel is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with NEX3 Communications, LLC, a private cable operator. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools, supported by research from its Global Investment Committee.

Robert Castanares is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has 26 years of industry experience, including prior roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and Chase Investment Services Corp. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in a tax preparation and accounting service through Hagen Tax Advisory. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and asset management solutions, combining technology tools with diverse investment strategies implemented by a large network of advisors.

Timothy Poe is a financial advisor at Merrill with 24 years of industry experience and holds Series 63 and Series 66 registrations. He has been with Merrill since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as company secretary for DLB Group, Inc., an administrative services contractor related to a marketing firm led by his spouse. Merrill, together 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Brett Schaibley is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Edward Jones in Frankfort, IL, with 10 years of industry experience, all of which has been at Edward Jones since 2016. 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 programs and investment strategies, operating under a fiduciary standard, and is notable for its extensive nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

David Morales is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 15 years of industry experience, previously working at Merrill and BMO Harris Financial Advisors before joining LPL Financial in 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Mila Mores Group, Inc., a business not related to investments. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies supported by research and technology tools.

Mary Webb is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Oak Brook, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013, including 11 years at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm‑approved tools and modeling techniques.

Luis Gonzalez is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2006. 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 affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision authority.

Matthew Magnesen is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Oak Brook, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individuals and institutions, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process includes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, with an emphasis on advisory services rather than individual security recommendations.

Derek West is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2023. He specializes in collaborating with clients and their families to develop unique financial plans that address their current and future needs. Prior to his current role, Derek gained experience as a Wealth Management Banker at U.S. Bank from 2017 to 2023. His professional background includes working directly with clients to help them pursue their financial goals. Outside of his professional career, Derek enjoys engaging in activities such as baseball, camping, football, golf, and spending time with friends at social events.

Matthew Ibrahim is a Financial Advisor specializing in wealth management strategies, currently affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals, families, corporate executives, and business owners to navigate critical financial decisions and pursue long-term goals such as building wealth, preparing for retirement, and creating a legacy. His areas of expertise include corporate executive services, divorce transition planning, education planning, employee benefits planning, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, and tax minimization. Matthew holds professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Illinois System. Outside of his professional role, Matthew speaks both English and Arabic and is involved in community service through organizations such as Feed My Starving Children. His personal interests include basketball, billiards, boxing, fishing, golfing, music, soccer, spending time with family, traveling, and watching movies.

Nora Hernandez is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Oak Brook, IL, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and six years of industry experience. She previously worked at Axa Advisors and operated a home daycare business for 19 years. She is also a member of the Elite Connection Circle networking group. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including third-party asset manager referrals and firm-offered solutions, focusing on aligning client information and risk tolerance with appropriate investment models.

Ann Mariani Issel is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Downers Grove, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 36 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2019 and previously held roles at Dorion-Gray Retirement Planning, Securities America Advisors, Mack Investment Securities, and Heritage Capital Management. 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, utilizing a broad array of investment strategies supported by advanced operational tools.

Patricia Trombetta is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 27 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2019, following a three-year tenure at UBS Financial Services Inc. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and modeling techniques as part of its financial planning process.

John Reyes is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2026. In this capacity, he collaborates closely with clients to align financial and retirement goals, integrating various aspects of their personal and financial situations to support their life objectives. Prior to his current position, John held several roles at Fidelity Investments, including Investment Consultant (2025-2026), Relationship Manager (2024-2025), and Workplace Planning Associate (2023-2024). His professional experience also includes working as an Equity Derivatives Trader from 2022 to 2023 and serving as a Bilingual Senior Benefits Consultant at GoHealth from 2021 to 2022. Outside of his professional career, John engages in family activities, fitness, golf, playing musical instruments, and outdoor adventures.

Lukas Rekasius is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Oak Brook, IL, holding the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at W7S Brokerage Services, Western Southern Life, Globe Life, and Arthur J. Gallagher. Before entering the financial industry, he spent nine years in full-time education. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including customized financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and firm-approved methodologies to support client financial planning.

Timothy Clark is a CFP® with 24 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He has held roles at Avantax Insurance Agency and Avantax Investment Services, and he owns Clarkfs, Inc., a tax preparation business serving individuals, trusts, and estates. Clark also operates Kathryn Humecki & Associates, LLC, a financial services firm. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with diverse portfolio management options and a broad network of over 10,000 advisors.