Mark Mascharka is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Cary, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, with prior positions at M&I Investment Management Corp., M&I Financial Advisors, Inc., Chase Investment Services Corp., and Banc One Securities Corporation. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm's advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research and may include ESG considerations, with implementation support from affiliated entities.

Joseph Nabozny is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 37 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Cetera Advisor Networks and Cetera Wealth Services, LLC, serving clients for a combined 20 years before joining LPL Financial in 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a tax preparation and accounting business, Exemplar Accounting & Tax, Inc. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that offers a range of financial planning and investment management services to individuals, institutions, and retirement plan participants through a large network of advisors. The firm provides access to model portfolios, third-party asset managers, and institutional platforms, supporting discretionary and non-discretionary strategies with various operational and research tools.

Leonard Dedo is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 22 years of industry experience, currently with UBS Financial Services where he has worked since 2005. He serves as Secretary for the Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Rotary Club Foundation, a local charity focused on community service and humanitarian efforts. UBS Financial Services Inc. provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, portfolio management, and access to mutual funds and alternative products. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management to deliver tailored investment solutions based on proprietary research and capital market assumptions.

David Zirko is a CFP® with nine years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at OSAIC since 2024. His prior experience includes roles at Securities America Advisors Inc. and Dickholtz Wealth Management. He holds a notary license, which he offers pro bono services for to his clients. OSAIC Wealth provides services to a diverse client base including retail investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporations. The firm’s investment approach centers on model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting a range of advisory programs delivered through an extensive multi-advisor platform.

Amy Stratford is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Merrill, based in Deer Park, IL. She has 24 years of industry experience and has been with Merrill Lynch since 2001. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Amir Rahimi is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and Jpmorgan Chase Bank since 2016. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm's advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research supported by a centralized due diligence team and incorporates ESG considerations within its recommendations.

Keith Krause is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Park Ridge, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James since 2006 and also operates the Krause Investment Group and Independent Advisor Network, LLC. Krause serves as a board member and finance committee chair for a nonprofit organization. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutional clients, and various organizations. The firm employs a non-discretionary, goal-oriented approach using analytical tools and supports its clients through advisory programs and specialized municipal and SIMPLE IRA consulting services.

Michael Mcpeek is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and Global Overview. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services using a broad planning menu and proprietary research tools. The firm offers tailored recommendations and integrates advisory services with various financial products and referral channels.

Emmanuel Sequeira is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked in academia at San Jose State University and The University of Texas at El Paso. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

John Desantis is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Cetera Wealth Services and VOYA Financial Advisors. He is also the owner and president of DeSantis Insurance Services, where he oversees the sales and service of fixed insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, operating a multi-manager platform that supports discretionary and non-discretionary account management across various program structures.

Richard Gnivecki is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 1994. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in independent insurance brokering with Blue Cross Blue Shield Illinois. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement who meet certain asset criteria, providing detailed written recommendations on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and adaptive strategies to deliver tailored, non-discretionary advice through a centralized consulting team.

Brock Allen is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Lake Zurich, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2013. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. 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.

Andrei Neuhaus is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. His prior experience includes four years at PRUCO Securities and a role with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. for over two decades. He was also involved with the Orland Park Vikings Youth Hockey Club from 2017 to 2018. 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 combines quantitative and qualitative research and may incorporate ESG criteria, with implementation supported by affiliated investment-management entities.

James Issel is a financial advisor at Cetera with over 41 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license. Prior to joining Cetera, Mr. Issel worked at Cetera Wealth Services, LLC for 13 years. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an election judge in DuPage County and acts as an executor and trustee in family-related legal and trust matters. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC operates a multi-manager platform serving individual investors, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm provides a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through discretionary and non-discretionary programs, offering advisors access to affiliated and third-party investment managers.

Sean Bjork is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Deerfield, Illinois, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2009 and is also affiliated with Global Retirement Partners, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a volunteer firefighter and EMT with the Lake Bluff Fire Department and coaches alpine ski racing. 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 and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Marvin Somlo is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 25 years of experience in the investment industry. He focuses on helping families navigate financial planning tailored to their unique goals and needs, including college education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, retirement planning, and tax minimization. Marvin holds an MBA from Loyola University Chicago and a Bachelor's Degree from Vanderbilt University. He maintains several professional designations and registrations, including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and FINRA Series 6, 7, SIE, 63, and 65 registrations, along with Life and Health licenses. He takes a client-centric approach by getting to know his clients and understanding their priorities to develop personalized strategies. Marvin integrates experience with ongoing advice and guidance as clients' needs evolve. Outside of his professional role, he enjoys pickleball, tennis, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Joel Ridle is a Senior Financial Advisor and Senior Vice President with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill for over 15 years, focusing on retiree wealth management, portfolio management, financial guidance, and working with small to mid-size businesses. Joel is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and a qualified Portfolio Manager who provides traditional advice and guidance, as well as manages personalized or defined strategies on a discretionary basis. These strategies may incorporate individual stocks and bonds, model portfolios, and third-party investment approaches. Joel holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from Western Illinois University. He is involved with the Sigma Chi Fraternity and participates in community organizations such as the Golden Eagles Wrestling Club. In his personal time, Joel enjoys baseball, golfing, and traveling. He has been married to his wife, Sandy, since 1994, and together they have four children.

Charles Rosen is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with three years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Enterprise and has previously worked at Aegis Capital Corp and Marc Jacobson and Associates. Outside of advisory work, he holds a part-time operational role as Assistant Vice President at Marc Jacobson & Associates LLC and serves as a non-variable insurance agent with Eugene Cohen Agency Inc. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a wide range of clients, including individual investors, retirement plans, and corporate entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach using portfolios developed by internal and third-party strategists and offers access to financial planning, third-party asset managers, and insurance products through affiliated entities.

Rita Maliekal is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Lake Zurich, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 18 years of industry experience. She has worked with PFS Investments, Inc. since 2007 and Primerica Financial Services since 2006. In addition to investment advisory activities, she 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, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-driven and separately managed account strategies. The firm curates third-party asset managers and employs a tiered wrap fee structure for its services.

Catherine Gripper is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Arlington Heights, IL. She holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, she worked for School District 25. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing both firm-offered and third-party advisory solutions.