David Breese is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, with 10 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Edward Jones in Aurora, IL since 2016. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory and investment services through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Adam Clemens is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Naperville, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 17 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2020, following seven years at Advisors Asset Management. 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, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

Brandon Burriss is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, Bank of America, and Merrill. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a wide array of advisory programs, including 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 scenario modeling as part of its financial planning process.

Samantha Stanciu is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and four years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, charitable organizations, and government entities. The firm provides tailored, typically non-discretionary advisory services and operates a SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services program for small businesses.

Peter Bentler is a CFP® designated financial advisor with 21 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial and was previously with Wayne Hummer Investments for 17 years. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Paul Dato is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and was previously with Fortis Investors for 24 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is president of Dato Pistorio Financial Group, Inc., a multi-line insurance agency and investment firm. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and nonprofits through a large network of advisers and advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services with a range of portfolio management tools and access to third-party managers.

Joshua Beard is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Geneva, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2021, he worked at American Bank & Trust for six years and had a role at Wash Depot Holdings - Simonize Car Wash. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Paul Wedeen is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 45 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for Big Rock Township in Illinois. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent professionals, providing a variety of portfolio management and model-based solutions tailored to client objectives.

Jean Paul Matiuk is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at various J.P. Morgan entities since 2009. 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 non-discretionary advisory model. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Ify Okafor is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role held since 2025. Prior to this, Ify worked as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2024 to 2025 and as a Customer Relationship Advocate at the same company from 2023 to 2024. Before joining Fidelity Investments, Ify gained experience as a Mortgage Underwriter at N2Funding between 2020 and 2022. In the capacity of a Planning Consultant, Ify focuses on helping clients integrate all aspects of their financial picture to make complex decisions more manageable. Ify aims to be a trusted partner for clients throughout various life stages by listening, guiding, and assisting them in working toward their financial aspirations. Outside of work, Ify has interests in fitness, movies, parenthood, traveling, and volunteering.

Kevin Fahy is a CFP® professional with 10 years of industry experience, currently associated with Raymond James Financial in Warrenville, IL. He has previously worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services, Woodbury Financial Services, and Benjamin F. Edwards & Company. Fahy is also involved with Legacy Wealth Advisors in a client service role. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth investors, pension plans, and government entities. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary advisory solutions and supports municipal and public finance clients through its affiliated networks.

Aaron Richards is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 28 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Ameriprise and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2007. Richards holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and operates out of Plainfield, Illinois. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria. The firm provides written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies, using a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to support client planning.

Wei Yang is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 25 years of industry experience. Prior to joining MassMutual in 2019, Wei worked for New York Life Insurance Company and its broker-dealer, NYLife Securities LLC, for 18 years. Outside of advising, Wei serves as chairwoman of the board for the non-profit community organization ANCA and volunteers on the external advisory board for the Northeastern Illinois University Alumni Association. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides ongoing planning engagements using firm-approved analytical tools and offers specialized programs including estate settlement and employer-sponsored planning.

Marybeth Moran is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and with 30 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 1999. In addition to her advisory role, she serves as a for-profit board member of McHenry Community Bank. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, with both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Christopher Goebel is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Lombard, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2009. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm uses a centralized consulting team and a combination of research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide written, non-discretionary recommendation reports, with a focus on assets held in Ameriprise Managed Accounts.

Hunter Sperling is a financial advisor with LPL Financial holding a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Raymond James Financial, Strive Asset Management, and Milestone Wealth Design. Sperling has a background that includes work in education and trucking, as well as studies at Hillsdale College. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides a broad range of advisory programs and services, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, retirement plan consulting, and various technology-driven investment solutions.

Frank Brotto is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving clients since 2023. In his current role, he collaborates with clients to develop customized financial plans that align with their individual investment objectives. He emphasizes understanding each client's priorities to construct clear and actionable strategies aimed at pursuing their financial goals. Prior to his current position, Frank held roles at Fidelity Investments including Investment Consultant (2022-2023), Relationship Manager (2022), and Financial Representative (2021-2022). This progression reflects his experience in financial services and client relationship management. Outside of his professional work, Frank has personal interests in cooking and baking, football, gardening, golf, and snowboarding.

Joseph Pedrigi is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Roselle, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Scottrade from 2004 to 2021 and TD Ameritrade from 2018 to 2021. He is also employed by Itasca Bank & Trust Co. as a licensed branch employee involved in investment-related activities. 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 range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and retirement plan consulting.

Arthur Littlefield III is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He spent 26 years with Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation before joining LPL Financial in 2024. Outside of advisory work, he is involved with Academy Financial in Naperville, focusing on non-variable insurance. LPL Financial serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, various advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party research, and a range of technology-driven investment options.

Jason Patel is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. in North Aurora, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked with Raymond James since 2011 and also teaches two hours weekly at a local community college. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a broad client base including individual investors, high-net-worth and non‑HNW clients, pension and profit‑sharing plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and non‑discretionary investment consulting supported by firm research and outside managers, with a distinctive emphasis on non‑discretionary advisory services.