Joel Norman is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Chicago, IL, holding the Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Osaic Wealth, Inc., Michigan Financial Companies, and Great Lakes Financial. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm uses collaborative, software-supported planning processes and provides various specialty planning programs, including divorce and employer-sponsored planning.

Jason Douglass is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 24 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, also working with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2003. 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 through a select group of Wealth Advisors. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines institutional advisory services with affiliated brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

James Daniels is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Chicago, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations with 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2002. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Karol Szuster is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. in 2022, he worked at Edward Jones from 2019 to 2022. Outside of his advisory role, he is an owner and partner of GeoOptics, a technology company that collects weather pattern data, though he holds no active role in the business. 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 brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients maintain final decision-making authority.

Vickey Ippolito is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked with GoPay LLC and has a background that includes various roles in the hospitality industry. Outside of finance, she serves on the board of a nonprofit acting school and is active as an actress with the Milwaukee Talent Network. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors. The firm’s investment process combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction, offering solutions such as discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory services.

Cristina Dogaru is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Glenview, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its related entities since 2013. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in caregiving through Best In-Home Service, Inc. and manages LAC Care Services as its president. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at clients approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing detailed recommendation reports focused on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and adaptive withdrawal advice, primarily delivering its services through a centralized consulting team in partnership with individual advisors.

Maria Garcia is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and 32 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Pruco Securities, LLC for 30 years and has been with Willis Corroon Inc. for 36 years. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, consulting, model wealth portfolios, and access to third-party asset management while combining advisory programs with the sale of various financial products such as insurance.

Denison Webster is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Hill Island Florida Corp in Delray Beach, FL. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning and supported by firm-approved analytical tools and methodologies.

Joseph Ligaya is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2014. He has been engaged in various roles within Fidelity, including Investment Consultant and Relationship Manager, both in 2014. Prior to joining Fidelity, Joseph worked as a Wealth Management Banker at Bank of America Merrill Lynch from 2008 to 2012. Joseph focuses on placing clients at the center of the wealth planning process to understand their priorities and important aspects of their lives. He partners with clients to utilize Fidelity's resources, aiming to empower them in making informed financial decisions for their families. He holds a California Insurance License.

Jack Balkey is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill since 1976 and joined the current team in 2023. Jack holds the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned both his Bachelor of Science in Finance and his Master of Business Administration from the University of Illinois. With decades of experience, Jack has focused on serving clients and maintaining long-term relationships, supporting multiple generations of clients.

Dariusz Caputa is a financial advisor at Cetera with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 credentials. He has been associated with Cetera and its affiliates since 2004 and has operated his own CPA and tax practice, Caputa & Associates, Ltd, since 2009. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that includes both affiliated and third-party managers.

Kimberly Ambrogio is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 20 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at various J.P. Morgan entities since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a Midwest Ambassador for SAK Saum, a nonprofit supporting at-risk and trafficked individuals by promoting and selling their handmade products. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to clients such as corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a team of Wealth Advisors.

Zachary Eugene is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2024. Zachary attended Marquette University from 2020 to 2024. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Michael Prosen is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, having worked at J.P. Morgan Chase since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he is a rental property owner. J.P. Morgan Securities 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 brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis.

Michelle Milliken is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Arlington Heights, IL, holding the CFP® designation and several securities licenses, with 11 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Securities America, Inc. and Securities America Advisors from 2014 to 2019. Milliken is also a notary public for Cook County, IL. 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, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, utilizing model portfolios and research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Joshua Bailey is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at JPMorgan Chase Bank, Presidio Investors, and PricewaterhouseCoopers, as well as involvement with the Baylor Angel Network. 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. The firm incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations and offers access to a broad range of investment products through its affiliation with J.P. Morgan’s broader financial organization.

Charles Rahn is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Deerfield, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Fifth Third Securities and Fifth Third from 2010 to 2022. He serves as a board member of a homeowners association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a variety of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analysis. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides both direct and corporate financial planning services.

Allen Weingarten is affiliated with Cetera and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses, with 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at notable firms including Kutchins, Robbin, Diamond, Ltd., and RHR Wealth Management, LLC, and has an extensive background in accounting as a CPA at multiple firms. In addition to his advisory roles, he is actively engaged in accounting and tax services through his CPA practice. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, retirement plan, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of portfolio management and consulting services through a multi-manager platform, supporting various investment strategies and custodial arrangements.

Ronald Guidice is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise since 2022. His prior experience includes roles at Jewel Osco and Peapod. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm provides a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities and employs a centralized team to deliver algorithmically supported, non-discretionary retirement recommendations.

Alexander Ingalls is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in Lake Forest, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2009 and previously worked at Royal Bank of Canada and City National Bank. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers various advisory programs with tailored portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers.