Peter Tracz is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Questar Capital Corporation, U.S. Allianz Securities, and Ameriprise Advisor Services. Outside of advisory work, he is a part owner of Big Thank You LLC, a business that facilitates gifting for teachers and coaches, supporting his wife's role in the company. OSAIC serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm integrates brokerage and investment advisory services and employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance questionnaires, and automated rebalancing to construct diversified portfolios tailored to client needs.

Subhash Katial is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 49 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC®, Series 63, and Series 65 designations. His prior work includes long-term roles at International Insurance Agency Group, Inc and Financial Service Corporation. Katial is also an officer and insurance agent at International Insurance Agency Group, Inc, where he is involved in health insurance. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, corporations, and charitable organizations through a broad network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing various tools and third-party solutions to construct and manage portfolios across asset classes.

David Kalfen is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and over 41 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Cetera and its related entities since 1991 and currently serves as co-managing member of KalfiNi LLC, an e-commerce business focused on shoe sales. Kalfen also holds roles as a board trustee for the Center for Enriched Living and secretary/CFO of Girls Who Lift Inc., a clothing company. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a large nationwide network of independent advisors, serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services with a multi-manager platform that includes model portfolios, third-party managers, and customized strategies.

Fernando Rufino is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2024. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked in various roles including at Walgreen Health Solutions and Princess House Inc. Outside of finance, he assists with administrative duties for his father's home remodeling business. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage diversified portfolios across multiple asset classes.

Richard Wulforst is currently serving as Vice President and Executive Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2026. In this role, he partners with clients to understand their individual financial situations and goals, leveraging over 30 years of experience in financial services to develop personalized plans. His professional background includes leadership and consulting roles at Fidelity Investments since 2019, as well as executive positions at Charles Schwab Inc from 2003 to 2019. Prior to that, he held financial consultant roles at Lifetime Wealth Principles and Prudential Securities, starting his career in 1994. Outside of his professional work, Richard engages in activities such as golf, hiking, music, outdoor adventures, social events with friends, and volunteering.

Michelle Starkey is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where she collaborates with clients and Fidelity's Financial Consultants to develop customized financial plans aimed at helping clients achieve their financial goals and dreams. She has held various roles at Fidelity Investments since 2019, progressing from Financial Representative to Relationship Manager before assuming her current position in 2022. Her professional experience spans several years within Fidelity Investments, where she has gained expertise in financial planning and client relationship management. Michelle's approach focuses on partnership and tailored strategies to meet individual client needs. Outside of her professional work, Michelle enjoys cooking and baking, participating in family activities, and values parenthood. She also has interests in caring for pets, practicing Pilates, and traveling.

Hunter Hamilton is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 designations and has been with Edward Jones since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in High Caliber Capital, an LLC based in Lake Barrington, IL. 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, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Jeffery Decant is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 37 years of industry experience. His career includes long tenures at Thrivent Investment Management and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, as well as roles at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments and the Thrivent Advisor Network. 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 variety of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools and a broad range of non-advisory financial activities.

Maggie Watson is an advisor at LPL Financial with Series 66 credentials and no prior industry experience. She previously worked at Heritage Wealth Partners and has roles outside finance as a registered dietitian and business owner of Maggie Watson Nutrition LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, and institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and asset management solutions, supported by advanced operational tools and a broad suite of non-advisory financial services.

Eun Shim is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Schaumburg, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 1994. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in commercial real estate ownership. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large firm serving both individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides ongoing tax-aware retirement planning and income strategies.

Jan Genovez is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Gurnee, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having four years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 2021 and also has a background with the Veterans Affairs since 2014. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, catering to individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm uses third-party asset managers and offers a tiered wrap fee structure, focusing on curated investment models rather than institutional plan management.

Thomas Josten is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. He has been associated with Cetera and its related entities since 2023 and operates his own securities-related business, Josten Financial. Additionally, he is involved in the sale of fixed insurance products as an insurance agent. 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 various portfolio management options, combining discretionary and non-discretionary services across multiple program structures and custodians.

Eric Bowden is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in McHenry, Illinois, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2021 and previously at BMO Harris Financial Advisors and BMO Harris Bank from 2016 to 2018. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting over 22,800 advisors and managing more than $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Robert Schachner is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Libertyville, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and over 43 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. since 1982. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a nationwide network of approximately 23,701 financial advisors. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and provides services including discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and tax-efficient solutions.

Jared Tryon is a CFA® charterholder with 18 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at LPL Financial since 2021. His prior experience includes roles at JPMorgan Securities LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Arbor Research & Trading, Inc., and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC. He is involved with Exemplar Accounting & Tax, providing tax preparation referrals. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of investment solutions including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Pete Colon is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Paylocity and NCSA – Next College Student Athlete. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, and it is noted for its involvement in commodity pool operations, fund advisory, and the use of AI and algorithmic methods in portfolio management.

Michelle Hernandez is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Elgin, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at PFS Investments Inc. and Cooper's Hawk, along with several positions in education. She is also involved in sales of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable entities. The firm utilizes model-delivery strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and supports accounts with custodial and trade execution services from Pershing and BNY Mellon Advisors.

Matthew Antos is a financial advisor at Cetera with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Charles Schwab and Otto Engineering. Antos is also involved in tax and accounting services through Antos Advisors, Ltd. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, operating a multi-manager platform with over $256 billion in assets under management and a network of more than 10,000 advisors.

Sheila Odlaug is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. She worked at Signator Investors Inc for 10 years before joining OSAIC in 2018. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a volleyball referee for grade schools. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with a range of investment options and utilizes various tools and third-party platforms to construct and manage portfolios.

Jerry Doran is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a Ministry Leader for HIS Ministry, a men's group at St Mark Lutheran Church focused on Bible study and charitable fundraising. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits, providing written recommendations on a broad range of financial topics through a network of advisors. The firm emphasizes holistic, goal-based planning and separates its planning services from managed-account programs.