Christopher Janyk is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on providing tailored wealth management strategies that aim to grow, preserve, and transfer wealth based on each client's unique needs. Christopher works closely with individuals and businesses to develop investment products and strategies designed to meet their financial goals while minimizing risk and maximizing tax efficiency. His areas of expertise include college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, and retirement planning, among others. Christopher begins his client relationships with in-depth conversations to thoroughly understand their background and financial situation, utilizing the resources at Merrill Lynch to design and monitor individualized financial plans. When necessary, he collaborates with firm specialists to address all aspects relevant to clients' families and businesses. Christopher holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned his high school diploma from Mount Carmel High School and attended DePaul University without completing a degree. Outside of his professional role, he enjoys baseball, football, golfing, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Marc La Cien is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Mokena, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2014. 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, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Cynthia Wilson is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 37 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following seven years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as the financial secretary for CHUMS Incorporated, where she manages the organization’s financial records and scholarship details. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary solutions. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable breadth of investment options including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Sandra Mcclanahan is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in New Lenox, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2006. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as an adjunct faculty member at Lewis University and is involved with Scout Wealth Inc. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written recommendation reports that incorporate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. The firm delivers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Matthew Marcotte is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, with eight years of experience in financial advising at Edward Jones. He has worked at Edward Jones since 2017 and also served as an adjunct professor at North Central College, teaching college students the fundamentals of personal finance. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients across various segments. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and is notable for its large network of advisors and branch offices, as well as affiliated services such as a trust company and proprietary mutual funds.

Brad Terry is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at firms including Bank of America, Prudential Insurance, and Chubb. 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 when recommending strategies.

Jonathan Ruiz is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He is bilingual and serves as a resource for general investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected events. He also provides access to Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Jonathan's expertise covers a range of client focus areas including education planning, employee benefits planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, and retirement income. He holds professional designations such as Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). He graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a Bachelor of Science in Finance. Outside of his professional work, Jonathan has personal interests in baseball, basketball, football, soccer, and traveling.

Nicholas Alvarado is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. In his current role, he works closely with clients to understand their individual situations and provide specific investment recommendations aimed at improving their financial plans. Nicholas has been with Fidelity Investments since 2018. Prior to this, he served as a Vice President Financial Solutions Advisor at Bank of America, Merrill Lynch from 2015 to 2018, and began his career as a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones Investments from 2014 to 2015.

Brian Sims is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Orland Park, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2022 and has also been affiliated with Central Credit Union of Illinois and Cuna Brokerage Services, Inc. since 2007. Sims is a notary public and maintains ongoing involvement with financial services at Central Credit Union of Illinois. 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, and institutional platforms, supported by technology tools and a large network of advisors.

Lisa Waldorf is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Burr Ridge, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has been with Primerica Advisors since 1996 and Primerica Financial Services since 1995. Outside of her advisory role, she is co-owner of Lisa + Wally, Inc., a legal entity formed for Primerica business purposes. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, offering model-delivery strategies and a limited number of separately managed account options to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure, with portfolio management services focused on individual rather than institutional clients.

Julia Mueller is a Financial Consultant who brings a client-centered approach to her work. She emphasizes transparency and thoughtful communication, beginning with a conversation to understand clients' priorities and assessing mutual fit before proceeding. She continues to work closely with clients as their goals develop, ensuring alignment and clear communication throughout the process. Julia has experience working in various roles at Fidelity Investments, including Planning Consultant from 2024 to 2026, Relationship Manager from 2022 to 2024, and Financial Representative from 2021 to 2022. Prior to that, she completed an internship in Financial Planning & Asset Management at Renaissance Wealth Management BN LLC from 2020 to 2021. Outside of her professional work, Julia's personal interests include gardening, puzzles, and traveling.

Cyril Friend III is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 34 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009 and previously worked at Edward Jones for two years. Friend operates his advisory services under the names Horizon Wealth Management, LLC and Friend Investment Group. 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, supporting a wide range of investment strategies and utilizing advanced advisor tools for operational and research support.

Brandon Johnston is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked with Equitable Advisors LLC and Crawford & Winiarski Financial Consulting. Outside of finance, he has been involved with Miami University Intramural Sports and the Detroit City Football Club. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice. The firm’s approach includes tax-aware withdrawal strategies and collaborates with clients’ advisors to implement non-discretionary recommendations.

Jake Coss is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work experience includes roles at Northwestern Mutual, Battaglia Industries, Hy-Vee, and involvement with Crystal Lake Country Club and Augustana College. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm uses a combination of proprietary and third-party advisory models and offers a range of investment options including mutual funds, ETFs, and select alternative investments.

Phu Nguyen is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015. Prior to his current role, he was involved with L.A. Nails Spa II, Inc. from 2015 to 2017. 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 select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities, delivering services on a non-discretionary basis.

James Bushy is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at NYLIFE Securities LLC and New York Life Insurance Company. He serves as a board member of the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra, a nonprofit organization. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities through a large network of adviser representatives. The firm primarily uses a model-driven investment approach and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and insurance product sales through affiliated entities.

Richard Callaghan is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015. 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. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Magdalena Marinescu is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2022 and previously held roles at Verizon and AT&T. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and charitable funds. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, and it incorporates advanced methodologies such as AI in its investment process.

Christina Suchorabski is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and Chase Investment Services Corp. She has been with LPL Financial since 2016. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, 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.

Ginevra Basso Laha is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 19 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Cetera Wealth Services, Summit Financial Group, and Delco Financial Group. Outside of her advisory work, she volunteers as a Sunday school teacher at St. John's Church in Naperville, Illinois. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers.