Mark Tsoulos is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Lisle, IL. He holds CFP® and Series 66 credentials and has 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Mass Mutual Investors Services in 2017, he worked at MetLife Securities Inc. from 2015 to 2017 and has been associated with MassMutual Life Insurance Company since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he was involved with Soccer Shots, a youth soccer program, from 2012 to 2017. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides ongoing financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars using firm-approved analytical tools, with planning engagements structured as annual, collaborative relationships.

Adam Scheerer is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Downers Grove, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. He has been with Thrivent and its affiliated entities since 2024 and has prior experience at H&R Block and in state government roles. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering written recommendations on a wide range of financial topics without implementing those recommendations. The firm combines goal-based planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option, maintaining a separation between planning and portfolio management services.

Charles Quattrochi is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera since 2025 and previously held roles at Avantax and Raymond James Financial. Outside of advising, he is involved in accounting and tax preparation through P's & Q's Financial Corp. and serves as a board member, currently inactive, for the Global Medical Foundation Inc. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform and a variety of program structures.

Andrew Lichaj is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Fidelity Investments, Kovitz, Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc, and several other firms. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Edward Murphy is a CFP® professional with 40 years of industry experience, currently serving at LPL Financial since 2023. He previously worked at Noyes Advisors LLC for eight years and at David A. Noyes & Company for 29 years. 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 broad range of financial planning and advisory programs, combining proprietary research, third-party subadvisors, and advanced technologies to support diversified investment strategies.

Michael Lapinski is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services grounded in modern portfolio theory and guided by investment policy statements. The firm’s approach includes a broader range of financial products than typical large institutional advisers, incorporating insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Dwight Schwartz is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Charles Schwab since 2015, including a period at Charles Schwab Bank. He also briefly worked at optionsXpress, Inc. in 2017. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base of primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options and combines advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services within an integrated operational structure.

Laresa Brown is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with eight years of industry experience. She currently works at Morgan Stanley and previously held roles at JPMorgan Securities LLC, Merrill Edge, Merrill, and BMO Financial Group. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured discovery conversations and approved planning tools but does not include individual security recommendations in standalone plans.

Alexander Binetti is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 8 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2023. Prior to this, he held positions at FIS Brokerage & Securities Services LLC, FIS Systems, and spent time in the plumbing and water heating industries. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and investment modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services through both direct and corporate financial planning agreements.

Mehmed Suta is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been working since 2016 in various roles including Investment Consultant and Relationship Manager. In his current position, he partners with clients and their families to develop comprehensive financial plans aimed at growing, managing, and preserving wealth. With a professional background spanning several years at Fidelity Investments, Mehmed focuses on building long-term relationships grounded in transparency, honesty, and trust. His approach involves collaborating with a dedicated team to help clients work toward their financial goals. Outside of his professional role, Mehmed has personal interests in biking, golf, and playing musical instruments.

Sarah Stapleton is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Homer Glen, IL, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. She previously worked at Stepping Stones and has additional experience with Missouri Property Services and RayJus Inc. Outside of her advisory role, she manages sound for Sunday services at Crossroads Christian Church in Joliet, IL. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a variety of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs and separately managed accounts. The firm is notable for its extensive nationwide network of advisors and branches, as well as its affiliated capabilities beyond advisory services.

Linda Huculak is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with five years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at LaSalle St Securities and Edward Jones. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved as a travel sales agent with World Travel Mart. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to generate tailored recommendation reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Taher Assaf is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services in Lisle, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at MassMutual Life Insurance Co, First Merchants Corp, and Breeze. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, providing clients with written recommendations based on detailed analyses and firm-approved tools.

Theresa Hahn is a CFP® professional affiliated with LPL Financial, based in Downers Grove, IL, with four years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, she worked at Barcodes, Inc. for five years. 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 provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, supported by model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and research.

Darryl Lewis is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Waddell & Reed, INC. for 37 years and was involved with D.D.E. Partners, LLC. He also conducts business in non-variable insurance within his practice. 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 various advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing model portfolios, third-party research, and technology-driven solutions.

David Herbst is a CFP® professional with 39 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial in Downers Grove, IL. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2005 and has operated Herbst Financial Services since 2011. LPL Financial serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, institutions, and charitable organizations through an extensive network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Tyrone Coates is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning facilitated by its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning processes supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Ryan Nietert is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. He has served in various roles since 2012, including positions at Oakcrest Capital LLC and Guardian Life Insurance Company. Nietert also operates as an independent insurance agent and is involved in a tax and accounting firm where he provides CPA and enrolled agent services. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies tailored to client objectives.

Brett Herbison is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, Herbison serves as a board member and officer of a family holding company in Elgin, Illinois. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions. The firm offers tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Scott Wickman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Oak Brook, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors from 2011 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary solutions. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, serving as an ERISA fiduciary and including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.