Daniel Lekki is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 credential and nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining Cetera in 2024, he worked at Edward Jones and has been involved with Megent Financial since 2019. He is also the owner of Lekki Wealth Management LLC and provides notarial services for union member documents. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Kevin Kurtis is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he develops structured financial strategies for individuals and businesses, focusing on family wealth management, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and individual and corporate investment strategy. Kevin leverages his knowledge and experience in financial services, banking, and investing to help clients build a platform to grow their assets and secure their financial future. Kevin holds a Bachelor's Degree and a Master's Degree from Northern Illinois University and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He works closely with clients to create personalized investment strategies tailored to their goals and provides access to banking and lending needs through Bank of America. Outside of his professional work, Kevin enjoys outdoor activities and several sports, including basketball, football, golfing, and softball. He lives in Woodridge with his wife, twin daughters, and their dog Lily.

Taylor Lundstrom is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with three years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC and Raymond Lee. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm emphasizes structured financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and offers both direct client plans and Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Joseph Backlund is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Bolingbrook, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 13 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes two years at Connor Group, alongside over a decade at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in the sale of sports collectibles through trade shows and online platforms. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, using a quantitative asset-allocation approach combined with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework. The firm’s services are non-discretionary, with clients retaining final decision-making authority.

Patrick Terrazzano is a CFP® professional with 30 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2011. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in Hinsdale, IL. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm that serves over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Dimitris Panagopoulos is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and eight years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Cetera since 2019 and Foresters Financial Services from 2018 to 2019. Outside of his advisory work, he performs bookkeeping duties for the Treasure for Illinois Fund of Careers in School Psychology. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutions. The firm offers various investment management and consulting services through a large network of independent advisors and utilizes a multi-manager platform with both affiliated and third-party managers.

Loc Nguyen is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA since 2010. 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. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision-making authority.

Brian Bash is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Oak Brook, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith and Norcomm Public Safety Communications. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of investment and financial planning services. The firm utilizes proprietary research, planning tools, and simulation models to develop tailored recommendations, and provides specialized planning services for clients meeting certain net-worth thresholds.

Robert Terrazzano is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Hinsdale, IL, holding a Series 66 designation with experience spanning multiple roles at Edward Jones and BMO Harris Bank since 2016. His career includes five years at BMO Harris Bank and multiple engagements with Edward Jones starting in 2018. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory and investment solutions supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

William Reilly is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, and values-based investing, including socially responsible and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing. William and his team aim to provide personalized strategies and best-in-class services that simplify clients' financial lives, allowing them to focus on what matters most. With over two decades of experience, William helps clients develop tailored financial plans that incorporate individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party strategies. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation and is a qualified Portfolio Manager. William earned his Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, majoring in Finance, from the University of Notre Dame. Outside of his professional work, William is active in his community. He participates in organizations such as the American Youth Soccer Organization, Chicago Wilderness Corporate Council, Horizons For Youth, and the One Earth Film Festival. Additionally, he serves on the executive board of AYSO Region 300 and the Declan Drumm Sullivan Foundation. William enjoys basketball, biking, boating, hiking, refereeing, soccer, swimming, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Michael Runge is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Oak Brook, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, providing tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and market simulations to develop financial plans.

Patrick Norwood is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been working since 2022. He collaborates closely with clients, focusing on understanding their goals and ambitions through careful examination and thoughtful dialogue to achieve meaningful outcomes. Prior to his current role, Patrick served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner and Smith from 2019 to 2022. His earlier experience includes positions as Head Trader at Usonian Investments (2017-2019), Senior International Trader at Advisory Research (2014-2017), and International Equity Trader at William Blair and Company (2006-2014). Outside of his professional work, Patrick has interests in fitness, golf, parenthood, reading, running, and soccer.

Douglas Carr is a CFP® and ChFC® with 31 years of industry experience. He is currently with Cetera and previously worked at VOYA Financial Advisors. In addition to his advisory roles, he has operated as an independent insurance agent specializing in fixed insurance products for over three decades. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC distributes its services through a nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management and financial planning services.

Jeffrey Ulit is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has previously worked at UBS Financial Services and Raymond James Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, he holds a real estate license in Wheaton, Illinois. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services, including retirement, education, and business-owner transition planning, supported by proprietary research and planning tools.

Nathan Mc Catty is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Edward Jones in Lockport, IL, bringing eight years of industry experience. Before joining Edward Jones in 2018, he worked in real estate with Century 21 and had brief roles at Wells Fargo and Houlihans Restaurants. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients, including individuals and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Ronald Petrucci is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 1997 and has held roles at multiple firms including RMP & Associates and BMS CAT. In addition to his advisory work, he is involved in sales of loan products and home-related services through Primerica affiliates. 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 accounts under a wrap-fee structure. The firm curates third-party asset managers and delegates trading responsibilities, offering various investment models including Strategic, Tactical, Tax-Aware, and Income Distribution approaches.

Anthony Bittman serves as a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he assists individuals, families, and businesses in developing comprehensive strategies to manage their wealth. His approach centers on understanding clients' goals to create tailored financial plans and implement them collaboratively. Anthony leverages Merrill's investment insights alongside Bank of America's banking services to address various aspects of clients’ financial lives. He emphasizes periodic reviews and revisions, building trust-based relationships to deliver attentive service aimed at helping clients pursue their financial objectives. Anthony joined Merrill in 2018 and has expertise in areas including college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income planning. He holds a bachelor's degree in economics from Indiana University Bloomington and carries several professional designations, including Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). In addition to his professional commitments, Anthony is engaged in his community and participates in local organizations such as the Delta Chi Fraternity. He enjoys spending his free time with family and friends, golfing, attending concerts, working on project cars, cooking, and watching movies.

David Lewandowski is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 12 years of industry experience. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2024, he worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. for 11 years. Lewandowski is also the owner of a C-Corporation that sells term and permanent life insurance, health insurance, and fixed annuities through various brokerage firms. OSAIC serves a diverse client base that includes individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services supported by advanced asset-allocation tools, multiple advisory platforms, and access to third-party money managers.

Christopher Quinn is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 21 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2022, following a 17-year tenure at TD AMERITRADE Inc. He has also been involved with ISD 41 since 2005. 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 mix of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management, leveraging multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options within a large integrated client service platform.

Aleksandar Mitrovic serves as a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in wealth management, lending, and real estate, supporting clients in achieving their financial goals through personalized strategies. Aleksandar focuses on areas including corporate executive services, executive compensation, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, socially responsible and ESG investing, as well as sports and entertainment financial planning. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from DePaul University and the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Aleksandar is fluent in Italian, Serbo-Croatian, and English, and brings extensive experience to his advisory role, characterized by proactive communication, creativity, and technological proficiency. Aleksandar is also involved with professional and community organizations, including the National MS Society, the Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund, and the First Tee of Greater Chicago. Outside of his professional commitments, Aleksandar has an interest in basketball, golfing, running, and tennis. His approach centers on developing personalized financial strategies aligned with clients' long-term goals through one-on-one collaboration.