Karen Finerman is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 20 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at various Wells Fargo entities since 2013. Her other business activities include serving as a trustee and executor managing investment-related responsibilities for her mother. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services using proprietary research and tools, and clients may choose whether or how to implement recommended strategies through brokerage or advisory programs.

Emily Figueroa is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2023. Prior to that, she spent four years with Wealth Enhancement Brokerage Services and related firms. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

John Stevens is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Buffalo Grove, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, N.A., Merrill, and City National Bank. RBC Wealth Management serves a broad client base including individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering advisory programs with tailored strategies implemented through a mix of in-house and third-party investment managers. The firm provides discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services.

Ana Villarreal is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management in Glenview, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations with 11 years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at UBS Financial Services and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individuals and institutions, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients through both direct and corporate financial planning agreements.

Joseph Mckenna is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Johnson Financial Group, LPL Financial, and The Mather Group. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and investment committee insights as part of its advisory offerings.

John Strotman is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with UBS since 2010. Outside of his advisory work, he sells sports trading cards and memorabilia from his personal collection. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Kelly Bays is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of her advisory role, Bays co-leads two Girl Scout troops and helps plan a volunteer-run Girl Scout day camp in the McHenry area. She is also co-author of the financial book *Intentional Legacy*. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to produce written recommendation reports. The firm provides a wide range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its large institutional platform.

Christopher Collins is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Lake Forest, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at City National Bank, Bank of America, and Merrill Lynch. Outside of his advisory work, Collins serves on charitable boards focused on educational scholarships and is involved in leadership and fundraising activities with Boy Scout Troop 48. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual and institutional investors, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers tailored investment advisory programs combining in-house and third-party managers, emphasizing customized portfolio management aligned with clients’ risk profiles.

Jack Algrim is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2025, he held various roles including positions at LogiClean, Athene, and multiple educational institutions. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and data-driven modeling.

Magdy Abd is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He previously worked for TCF National Bank and Huntington National Bank for eleven years each. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and affiliated investment products, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Stefanie Pyferoen is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Glenview, IL. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2025, having worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2015. 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.

Ralph Lynch Jr. is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he is a co-trustee for family trusts. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services tailored to clients meeting certain net-worth thresholds. The firm offers a broad range of planning services, utilizing Wells Fargo research and tools, and integrates advisory services with other financial product offerings.

Patrick Hoch is a financial advisor at Stifel with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Stifel since 2007. The firm serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, institutional investors, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Jared Blair is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 credential and has worked at several firms including JPMorgan Chase Bank and Gallagher. 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 an ESG eligibility framework. The firm delivers non-discretionary services through a select group of Wealth Advisors, supporting clients in asset allocation, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting.

Dragos Stoicescu is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With over 25 years of experience in financial services, he specializes in retirement income planning, tax efficiency, executive compensation, education funding, wealth transfer, and legacy planning. Dragos's approach is high-touch and goal-based, aiming to provide clients with clear understanding and confidence in their financial decisions. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Illinois System and professional designations including Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). Fluent in English, Romanian, and Spanish, Dragos draws on his extensive experience to help individuals, families, executives, and business owners manage their financial lives efficiently. Outside of his professional work, Dragos enjoys boating, cooking, hiking, music, reading, swimming, traveling, and spending time with his family. He is actively involved in community organizations such as the Anti Cruelty Society, Chicago Botanic Garden, Feed My Starving Children, Greater Food Depository, Journeys the Road Home, Paws, and REACH Food Pantry.

Jennifer Byrne is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and at Citigroup Global Markets since 2000. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and models to support its financial planning process.

David Smith is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at various Morgan Stanley entities since 2018, including Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Prior to his financial services career, he held positions at companies such as Amazon and We Co., and spent several years affiliated with the University of Illinois. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients by providing a wide range of advisory programs, 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 market modeling techniques.

Ranjeet Rai is a financial advisor at Stifel with 15 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2019 and has prior experience at Bank of America, Merrill, and involvement with local school districts and the YMCA. Stifel serves a broad range of clients including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach is based on a proprietary methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group, providing capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling for asset allocation and financial planning.

Michael Kline is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at TD Ameritrade and Edward Jones Investments. He serves as Membership Chair for the PROPS Referral Group, where he recruits and onboards new members. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies and separately managed accounts. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Brad Herman is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations. His prior work includes roles at BMO Bank NA, Mutual Securities, Inc., and Investacorp Inc. He also serves as a director at BMO Bank NA. 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 advisory and brokerage services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.