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.

Paula Campian is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having one year of industry experience. She previously worked at BMO Bank NA for seven years and Citibank for three years. 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, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing model portfolios, research, and various management approaches.

Ann Morocco is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 16 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Securities America Advisors and Raymond James Financial Services. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in insurance sales through a sole proprietorship. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs various investment tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account management across multiple asset types.

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.

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.

Samuel Girouard is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He previously worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank NA and J.P. Morgan Securities from 2014 to 2026. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Sanel Behlic is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 credential and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith and Bank of America from 2004 to 2019 before joining J.P. Morgan in 2019. 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 delivered through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Stacy Sachs is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and with 30 years of industry experience. She has been with Cambridge since 2007. Outside of her advisory role, Sachs serves on the planned giving committee for Congregation Beth Judea. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a wide range of clients including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent professionals, providing both proprietary and third-party model strategies tailored to client objectives.

Sam Bartolai is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 39 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 1998 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services, providing access to a broad range of investment products and research through its platform.

Michael Risher is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 39 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2007 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for irrevocable life insurance trusts. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management and provides a broad range of capital markets services.

Vicky Homatas is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 11 years of industry experience. She holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2015, as well as SLM Investments LLC since 2021. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

Jeffrey Stonecliffe is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in North Barrington, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and having 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2016 and briefly worked with National Dental Integrators of Chicago LLC in 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a director for AmSpirit Business Connections, supporting the growth and operations of networking chapters in the Chicagoland area. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and corporate entities. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products.

Eric Wurtel is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC since 2004 and previously operated Eric Wurtel & Assoc. Inc. for over 30 years. Outside of advising, he receives referral commissions on medical insurance sales. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services, supporting discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies.