Lauren Zick is a financial advisor with Merrill and holds a Series 66 designation. She has seven years of industry experience and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2019. Prior to that, she held roles at Circulation, Inc. and Smart Vision Labs, Inc. Lauren also has experience related to St. John's University and Tanglewood Kennels, LLC. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of individual and institutional investors.

Eric Milano is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, JPMorgan Securities, and Northern Trust. Outside of his financial career, he was involved with Armands Pizza and Pasta for over a decade. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analysis from its Global Investment Committee.

Clarence Welton is a Financial Consultant currently serving at Fidelity since 2020. He has a background in financial services and management, having previously worked as Managing Partner at INOJ Strategic Acquisitions LLC from 2014 to 2020, and as Financial Center Manager and Assistant Vice President at Fifth Third Bank from 2009 to 2014. His professional focus includes helping clients achieve peace of mind, family security, and comprehensive financial planning to support retirement goals. Drawing from his experience as a family man and veteran, Clarence emphasizes building strong relationships to create financial plans that address current needs and future generational goals. Outside of his professional role, Clarence has interests in family activities, gardening, military service, music, parenthood, and reading.

John Hong is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013 and has served at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is a landlord and owns investment rental properties. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Justin Simpson is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities in Wheaton, Illinois, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of experience. His prior work experience includes roles at Expedia Group and the University of Illinois Community Credit Union. 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 and fund searches, and customized performance reporting, with clients retaining final decision-making authority. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative screens and qualitative research to develop model asset allocations and includes broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Justin Broderick is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with seven years of industry experience. He is currently with Edward Jones, where he has worked since 2026. His prior experience includes roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, Ameriprise/Eric M Larson & Associates, Fisher Investments, William Blair, and Amazon. 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 and investment solutions, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Matthew Brown is a Financial Solutions Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works directly with clients to understand their financial objectives and develop strategies to pursue their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. He provides guidance on a range of financial topics including investing, retirement planning, and emergency savings. Additionally, he offers clients access to specialists in banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions through Bank of America. Matthew holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Roanoke College. His approach centers on helping clients identify what matters most to them and their families in order to tailor financial strategies that align with their priorities.

Tyler Selvy is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC and Mountain Street Advisors, LLC. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutions. The firm uses analytical tools such as deterministic and probability modeling to tailor planning and consulting services to client goals and supports a large advisor network with diverse advisory programs.

Landon Thompson is a financial advisor with Merrill in Naperville, IL, holding a Series 66 credential and eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America and GRN Winfield. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in several entrepreneurial ventures including owning a podcast focused on marriage and parenting, consulting in digital marketing for small businesses, and marketing nutritional supplements. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal teams and third-party managers.

Patrice Kimble is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with two years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Merrill and Bank of America. Prior to her financial services career, she was involved in small business operations including Serenity Day Spa and A & V Homecare Services. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering goal-based analyses and written recommendations on a range of financial planning topics without portfolio management or discretionary trading authority.

Barbara Franks is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Wheaton, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering various advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and is notable for its large network of advisors and branches, as well as affiliated capabilities beyond advisory services.

Vito Laera is a CFP® with 24 years of experience in the financial industry. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2012 and spent one year with Morgan Stanley Dw Inc. from 2002 to 2003. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on non-discretionary written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process incorporates systematic quantitative analysis and qualitative research supported by a centralized manager solutions team.

Harvey Saint Jean is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior firms include Morgan Stanley, Robinhood Markets, and Bank of America. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and operates DJ Major, a sole proprietorship providing music entertainment and digital content creation services. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, providing model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of individual and institutional clients.

William Arnold is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Winfield, IL, holding a Series 66 designation with 13 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, offering a wide range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and tax-efficient services, supported by a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors.

Seth Pietrini is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial who holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 20 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Invesco Advisers, Inc. and Powershares Capital Management. Pietrini is also the owner and operations manager of Legacy Wealth Advisors. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and corporate clients, offering tailored non-discretionary planning and consulting through analytical tools and various advisory programs.

Jacob Page is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 63 and Series 66 license and six years of industry experience. He worked at Wells Fargo for eleven years before joining Edward Jones in 2023. 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.

Lori Galbraith is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 11 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Fifth Third Securities, First Midwest Bank, Waddell & Reed, and Infinex Investments. 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 broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Nicholas Styczen is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at SPC, Sigma Financial Corporation, Ameriprise, and A.G. Edwards & Sons. Nicholas also owns Styczen Financial Inc., a business entity used for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting a wide range of investment strategies implemented by its advisors.

Gabriel Siracusano is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Naperville, Illinois. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2023 and has a background as a student spanning 20 years. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, providing investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad planning menu and tailored recommendations using Wells Fargo research and planning tools.

Diane Williams is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Naperville, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 26 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2020 and previously held roles at Avantax Investment Services and Avantax Advisory Services. Outside of her advisory work, she prepares individual income tax returns through her involvement with Susan S. Lewis, Ltd., a CPA firm. 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 portfolios, and third-party asset management, supported by advanced operational tools and a broad platform that includes insurance and banking partnerships.