Samantha Trankler is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, with two years of experience in financial advising. She is currently with Equitable Advisors and previously worked at Stifel Independent Advisors and KPMG LLP. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and third-party program sponsors.

Lauren Lindhorst is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2018 and has prior experience with Kozeny & McCubbin LC. Outside of her advisory role, Lindhorst leads the Children's Ministry at Kirkwood United Methodist Church, planning lessons and coordinating volunteers. 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 both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Andrew Thompson is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Mascoutah, Illinois, holding a Series 66 designation with six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2019, he worked at CDS Office Technologies and Da-Com Corporation, and taught at Freeburg Community High School. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner and cohost of a trivia podcast called Bankshot Media. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large national network of advisors and branch offices.

Curtis Haentzler is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2018. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Americom Imaging Systems, Inc and Purity Source. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets across a broad network of advisors and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Deborah Edwards is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding PFS™ and Series 66 designations and bringing 17 years of industry experience. She has worked at Avantax Advisory Services and 1st Global Advisors, Inc. Prior to her financial advisory career, she has been president of a CPA firm since 1984. Edwards also serves on the finance council and Ministry Formation board of the Diocese of Belleville and is a board member and treasurer for the Waterloo Country Club. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management and retirement plan services, managing over $256 billion in assets with more than 10,000 advisors.

Devon Howard is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2018, as well as Bank of America since 2019. His prior experience includes positions at FCB Banks, Hibbett Sports, and Lindenwood University. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal teams and third-party managers.

Larry Toenjes is a financial advisor at Cetera with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously with VOYA Financial Advisors and Cetera Wealth Services. In addition to his advisory role, he serves on the Parish Council and Finance Committee of St. James Catholic Church in Millstadt, IL. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of investment management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, utilizing multiple program structures and a multi-manager platform.

Jessica Williamson is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with eight years of industry experience. She holds the ChFC® and Series 66 designations and has worked at Edward Jones since 2004. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Anthony Mc Kinzie is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2026, he worked at various Wells Fargo entities from 2013 to 2025. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products through a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Meaghan Schulte is a financial advisor with Stifel in O'Fallon, Illinois, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 11 years of industry experience. She has been with Stifel since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she is a commissioned Illinois Notary Public. Stifel serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and municipalities, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm uses a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to guide asset allocation and planning, while clients retain discretion over implementation decisions.

Austin Snider is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with three years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. His work history includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities LLC. Outside of his advisory career, he has been involved with Wilke Window and Door as well as Lawn Wranglers for several years. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, and offers access to financial planning, third-party asset managers, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Anthony Segobiano is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in goals-based wealth management, serving affluent families, accomplished professionals, successful business owners, and individual investors. His areas of expertise include education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, socially responsible and values-based investing, tax minimization, and retirement income planning. Anthony has over 22 years of experience in wealth management, preceded by 17 years in the insurance industry, which provided a foundation for expanded estate planning services and a strong customer service model. He holds professional designations as an Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Western Illinois University. In addition to his professional responsibilities, Anthony volunteers with student athletes in the St. Louis area and has served as an assistant and associate head coach for girls and boys soccer teams at Belleville West High School and Columbia High School, respectively. He is also a member of the Elks Club. Outside of work, Anthony enjoys spending time with his wife Gina and their children, traveling, and participating in various sports including basketball, boating, football, golfing, ice hockey, running, and soccer.

Reece Goddard is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. He has recently started his career in the financial industry, joining the firm in 2026. His prior work experience includes roles at Pioneer Wealth Management and Corpay, as well as various positions in education and the military. Mass Mutual Investors Services, a subsidiary of MassMutual, serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers by providing financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars. The firm structures its financial planning as annual, collaborative engagements that use approved analytical tools to deliver written recommendations without investment discretion by advisors.

Michael Dunnigan Sr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and with 40 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2018, he worked at SII Investments, Inc. and Primerica Advisors. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with a range of strategic and tactical investment options.

Chad Boyette is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2009. 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 investment strategies, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors.

Leland Roider II is a financial advisor at Stifel with 23 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Company Inc since 2016. His prior experience includes positions at Wells Fargo Clearing, A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc., and Ameriprise. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm uses a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group to provide asset allocation and planning analyses.

Mark Hansen is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in O’Fallon, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2008. He is also a trustee and one of three beneficiaries of a family trust. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Natalie Cortese is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with Edward Jones in O'Fallon, IL, where she has worked since 2014. She has 12 years of industry experience. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients across a wide range of households and organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a variety of advisory strategies and affiliated investment products through a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Javon Taylor is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Based primarily in the St. Louis area, he works with individuals, local union laborers, business owners, and professionals to develop personalized financial strategies. His focus areas include retirement planning, wealth accumulation, and providing long-term financial confidence. He has particular expertise serving clients in the construction, HVAC, and roofing industries, understanding the distinct opportunities and challenges they encounter. Javon leverages Merrill's investment capabilities and Bank of America's resources to offer coordinated financial advice and guidance. Javon's professional designations include Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his High School Diploma from Althoff Catholic High School. His client services span corporate executive services, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income planning among others. Outside of his professional work, Javon enjoys basketball, fishing, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

Dustin West is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Edward Jones in Waterloo, Illinois, and has 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Outside of his advisory work, Dustin is involved in managing a vacation real estate rental business through Best Bros Sandy Toes, LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of investment strategies and advisory services supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.