Joseph Joyce is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Work Market, PFS Investments Inc., Field Solutions, and Field Nation, all ongoing since 2010 or earlier. Outside of advisory work, he receives compensation for referring home security and automation products through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management primarily through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and selectively managed accounts under a tiered wrap-fee structure. The firm curates third-party asset managers and delegates trading responsibilities to BNY Mellon Advisors, emphasizing a model-based approach rather than institutional plan management.

Martin Painter is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Wheaton, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 42 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 1983 and Primerica Financial Services since 1982. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in sales of loan products and home security and automation services through affiliated companies. 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 account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure for its services.

Audrey Pickering is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Barrington, IL, holding a Series 66 credential and bringing 13 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2016. 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 tools to support client decision-making.

Stephen Mactavish is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 27 years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. His prior roles include positions at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments and CAFG Wealth Management. He is involved with Mactavish Financial, an entity supporting his LPL business, and engages in non-variable insurance activities. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides financial planning and advisory services through a large network of representatives using various investment strategies and technology tools.

Robert Watson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at BMO Harris Bank for 18 years before joining Morgan Stanley in 2020. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Kelly Mc Kay is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Elgin, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Mc Kay has been with Edward Jones since 2021, with a total of six years at the firm and no prior industry experience before that. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets across a broad network of financial advisors and offers a variety of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products.

Joseph Keller is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining Merrill in September 2014, he has focused on assisting business owners, individuals, and their families in managing and preserving wealth through personalized attention and customized, disciplined financial strategies. He works closely with clients to develop tailored plans that align with their long-term goals. His areas of expertise include legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, socially responsible and ESG investing, women and wealth, sports and entertainment, individual and corporate investment strategy, and retirement income. Joseph holds a Bachelor's Degree from Northern Illinois University and professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Joseph and his family reside in West Chicago, Illinois. Outside of his professional role, he is involved in community organizations such as the Fox Valley Beekeepers Association, Fox Valley Food For Health, and St. Peter Catholic Church in Geneva, Illinois. His personal interests include football, gardening, golfing, pottery, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Sheldon Clark is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 22 years of industry experience. He has held Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Edward Jones since 2004. Clark has ownership interest in VS Clark Investments, LLC, a family estate business based in Boise, Idaho. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million clients, including individual and institutional investors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Jeff Crum is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 1994. He has been in the financial services industry for 35 years, beginning his career as a Financial Advisor at Prudential Bache Securities from 1990 to 1994. Jeff focuses on the process of financial planning at the beginning of client relationships, emphasizing the unique nature of each client's situation. He partners with clients to address what is important to them and their families, developing tailored game plans. Outside of his professional work, Jeff enjoys boating, family activities, fitness, golf, and spending time at the lake. He is also involved in volunteering.

Kelsey Lahue is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Wheaton, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, Lahue worked at Oracle, Brand Certain, Ellkay, Olive, and Cerner Corporation. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and retirement advice, supported by a large network of advisors and advanced operational tools.

Justin Pisellini is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Wheaton, Illinois, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Jones for eight years before joining LPL Financial in 2018. Piscesini also works part-time as a licensed administrative assistant for another financial advisor in his office. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Greg Lewandowski is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses and has 28 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at BMO Harris Financial Advisors, Inc., Amcore Investment Services, Inc., and Harrisdirect LLC. Lewandowski is based in Huntley, Illinois. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, while supporting its advisors with research and operational tools.

Kevin Gilbert is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior work experience at Edward Jones and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. In addition to his financial roles, Gilbert has held positions in web development and design-related companies. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients. The firm’s advisory program focuses on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, supported by a centralized due diligence process that combines quantitative and qualitative research.

Joseph Batelli is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, JPMorgan Chase Bank, Foresters Financial, and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services including estate planning strategies and investment management.

Brian Richter is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2024 and previously held roles at Equity Services Inc and National Life Group. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory relationships and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and due diligence from Schwab’s Center for Financial Research.

Courtney Kaufmann is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2023, she worked at ICS Solutions and The Sugar Circle in various roles. Outside of her advisory work, Kaufmann creates content on YouTube. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services both directly to individuals and through Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Jeffrey Hammond is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, Transamerica Financial Advisors, Inc., and Valic Financial Advisors. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is primarily model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, and it offers financial planning, access to asset managers, and insurance product facilitation through affiliated entities.

James Davis is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 45 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has been with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 1994. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in the rehabilitation and rental of real estate properties. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning and utilizes analytical tools to assess potential outcomes, supporting clients through advisory programs and maintaining unique municipal advisory capabilities.

Maurice Lounds is a CFP® with 25 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Enterprise. His prior roles include positions at Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities, LLC, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Chase Investment Services Corp. Outside of his advisory work, he teaches mathematics courses at Indiana University and IVY Tech Community College. LPL Enterprise, LLC provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, 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, while also offering access to financial planning, third-party asset managers, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Kristi Braun is a financial advisor at Merrill with 31 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with Merrill since 1997 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she is associated with Abbey Villa Unit in Fontana, Wisconsin. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.