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.

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, holding Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and one year of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at PFS Investments Inc., Primerica Financial Services, and a variety of non-financial positions in education and hospitality. She also receives compensation for referrals related to home security, automation products, and loan products through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm employs model-delivery strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and provides custody and trade execution support through Pershing.

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 and holds a Series 66 designation. She has 18 years of industry experience, including 10 years at Signator Investors Inc prior to joining OSAIC in 2018. Outside of advising, she serves as a volleyball referee for grade schools and is a commissioned notary public for real estate loan documents. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm provides both brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform, emphasizing model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and a variety of managed account programs.

Evaughn Branham Ferrero is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 30 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wayne Hummer Investments LLC, J.P. Morgan Securities, Chase Investment Services Corp., and Banc One Securities Corporation. He is also involved with Leaders Partners, Incapitas in a non-variable insurance capacity. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive resources and technology.

James Cook is a CFP® professional with 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2014 and previously worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services. Outside of advising, Cook is involved in business consulting, owns a marketing firm, and serves as a game director in video game development; he also holds a role as secretary for a local homeowner association. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, pension funds, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs through a large network of financial professionals.

Hunter Sperling is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Raymond James Financial, Strive Asset Management, and The Heico Companies, as well as a four-year period at Hillsdale College. 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 advisory and brokerage services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Joseph Pedrigi is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His work history includes positions at Scottrade, TD Ameritrade, and Itasca Bank & Trust Co., where he currently has a licensed branch employee role. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, employing a range of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies supported by technology tools.

Mark Harms is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with 11 years of industry experience, currently with LPL Financial since 2023. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services and Edward Jones. Outside of advising, he is an author. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a variety of financial planning and portfolio management options, supported by research and technology tools.

W. Merkler is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 1999. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process is supported by centralized due diligence and incorporates a range of strategies, including an ESG eligibility framework.

Adnan Junaidi is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He provides financial guidance specializing in mission-based asset allocation strategies, particularly for institutions such as nonprofits and tribal nations. Adnan focuses on aligning investment policies with purpose-driven outcomes, balancing risk with measurable goals to support clients' long-term missions. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Oxford Brookes University and has earned several professional designations, including Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Merrill Institutional Consultant (MIC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). These credentials support his expertise in developing strategic investment approaches for institutional clients. Adnan approaches his work with a foundational philosophy that effective risk management is key to compounding capital over time. He maintains current knowledge of market trends and regulatory changes through continuous reading and research to provide informed advice. Outside of his professional career, Adnan enjoys chess, cricket, poetry, and relaxing with a well-earned beverage.

Gregory Corey is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise since 2020. Prior to his current role, he spent 13 years at Medline Industries, Inc. He serves on the boards of Next Gen and the Loyola Academy Business Network. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm offers a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions, utilizing a centralized team to deliver data-driven, non-discretionary retirement income recommendations.

Laith Al Tikriti is a financial advisor at Cetera with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked with firms including LPL Financial, Invest Financial Corporation, and Fifth Third Securities. Outside of his financial advisory role, he is a partner and president of Sanaa Bin Hussain LLC, a women’s dress retail business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform providing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Kevin Stevens is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Chicago, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a consulting business ownership with PMM Partners, Inc. Ameriprise offers specialized retirement-income planning services tailored for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research-driven modeling and tax-efficient strategies. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its extensive institutional platform.

Chad Agnew is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab who holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has 25 years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at TD Ameritrade, Scottrade, and DWS Investment Management Americas. Outside of his advisory career, he is licensed to umpire youth and high school baseball games. 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 provides a combination of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance with integrated brokerage, custody, and advisory services.

James Benages is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at firms including J.P. Morgan Securities, Chase Investment Services Corp., and multiple advisory firms affiliated with LPL Financial. Benages has held roles in financial planning and investment management across several organizations. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies and operates under a fiduciary standard, supported by a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Edgar Perez is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at HomeSafe, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, Insight Enterprises, and the University of Arizona. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm is noted for its registration as a commodity pool operator, advisory roles to multiple registered investment companies, and use of AI and algorithmic methods in portfolio management.