James Danielson is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in St. Charles, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He is the owner of Magnolia Financial Group, Inc. and has worked with Heritage Partners and Raymond James Financial since 2009. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting through Wealth Advisory Services and institutional consulting, emphasizing tailored financial plans and client-directed investment decisions.

Tyler Wielgos is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at CoinFlip, Bank of America, Merrill, NinjaTrader, and in educational roles before joining Morgan Stanley. Outside of his advisory work, he is the sole proprietor of JustStank LLC, a retail and online store based in Wheaton, Illinois. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning, supported by a structured discovery process and firm-approved tools.

Pragna Rohman is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 26 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney for a combined 18 years. Outside of her advisory work, she is a business owner of Royal Foods & Flavors and serves as a board member of the Sizzle Foundation, a nonprofit organization. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research from internal and third-party sources.

Eva Maria Atanassova is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, she held roles at Aramark, Enterprise Holdings, and several educational institutions. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios drawn from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Frank Sayers is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2021, with prior experience at Wells Fargo and Cetera. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage a broad range of portfolios, including model portfolios delivered to intermediary platforms.

John Tofilon is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2007, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, emphasizing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and structured discovery conversations. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers comprehensive financial planning services directly and through corporate agreements.

Ronald Petrucci is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 1997 and has held roles at multiple firms including RMP & Associates and BMS CAT. In addition to his advisory work, he is involved in sales of loan products and home-related services through Primerica affiliates. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed accounts under a wrap-fee structure. The firm curates third-party asset managers and delegates trading responsibilities, offering various investment models including Strategic, Tactical, Tax-Aware, and Income Distribution approaches.

Joshua Westerfield is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in St. Charles, Illinois, holding the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and having 20 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an assistant coach for girls flag football at St. Charles North High School. 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 financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, and utilizes model portfolios and research from internal and third-party sources.

David Carter is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked for J.P. Morgan Securities and JP Morgan Chase Bank. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to a broad client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm integrates with Bank of America’s wider platform, providing access to various financial products and services.

Christopher Auer is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing extensive experience in wealth management and financial planning since beginning his career in 1998. He specializes in education planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. Christopher focuses on delivering a comprehensive approach tailored to each client’s individual needs by listening carefully and helping them make informed decisions to achieve their financial goals. He holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Christopher also completed an Accredited Certificate Program at Northern Illinois University. Outside of his professional role, he is involved with the Porsche Club of America and enjoys hiking, music, photography, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Gabe Grzeskiewicz is a financial advisor at Cetera with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He also serves as a partner at Porte Brown LLC, a CPA firm where he provides tax and accounting consulting services, leads the internal IT team, and manages the Elgin office. Additionally, Gabe is a board member of the Elgin Area Chamber, contributing to local business networking and strategy. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates as a multi-manager platform serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management services and financial planning options through a nationwide network of independent advisors.

Mark Brucato is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked in various roles within JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2018. Outside of his finance career, he has experience in the hospitality sector, including roles at Topo Gigio Ristorante and Blue Plate. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, delivering asset-allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting on a non-discretionary basis. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

Taylor Bunes is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 10 years of industry experience, including nine years at Pruco Securities, LLC, and currently maintains a role with HealthCare Solutions Team. Outside of his advisory work, Bunes is involved in insurance sales focusing on non-variable insurance products. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, consulting, and access to various advisory and brokerage services through its integrated platform.

Douglas Mccoy is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Saint Charles, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 1997 and also operates Douglas L. McCoy Financial Services, Inc., a business he has maintained since 1986. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by research from internal and third-party sources.

Gerardo Soriano is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Bloomingdale, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 22 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Soriano is a licensed long-term care insurance agent. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Blade Varian is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with Fisher Investments since 2013. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, providing discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm employs a centralized investment process that combines quantitative screening and qualitative research to construct diversified portfolios and offers sub-advisory and retirement plan services.

Kevin Galvin is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 41 years of industry experience. He is currently with Ameriprise Financial Services LLC and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is a co-owner of a retail business in Charleston, SC, and an author of a book titled *Quiet Strength: A Man's Second Half Can Be Better Than His First*, which does not address financial topics. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations delivered in partnership with advisors.

Ted Coons is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Warrenville, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 38 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Cetera Advisor Networks and Numark Credit Union. He operates a business under the name Planned Financial Independence Co. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services with a focus on both discretionary and non-discretionary management, utilizing model portfolios and research from multiple sources.

Joseph Scott is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Barrington, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations with 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a rental property business in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes a structured planning process supplemented by firm-approved tools.

Paul Wessel is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in St. Charles, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2006. In addition to advisory services, he is involved in independent insurance brokering, specializing in long-term care insurance. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning that includes written recommendations and ongoing advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm’s approach integrates proprietary research and third-party data within a defined investment ecosystem.