Zachary Perez is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill Lynch and Fidelity prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Outside of his advisory roles, he is involved with XGG Collectibles, an interest separate from finance. 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 investment strategies.

Jeff Crum is Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 1994. He has been in the financial services industry for 35 years, beginning his career as a Financial Advisor at Prudential Bache Securities from 1990 to 1994. Jeff focuses on the process of financial planning at the beginning of client relationships, emphasizing the unique nature of each client's situation. He partners with clients to address what is important to them and their families, developing tailored game plans. Outside of his professional work, Jeff enjoys boating, family activities, fitness, golf, and spending time at the lake. He is also involved in volunteering.

Himanshu Oza is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Primerica Advisors since 2019. Prior to that, he held roles at CVS Health and Nielsen. Outside of advising, he is involved in sales of loan products and home-related services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-based strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure for its services.

Greg Lewandowski is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has 28 years of industry experience. He previously worked at BMO Harris Financial Advisors, Inc. and Amcore Investment Services, Inc. Lewandowski is based in St. Charles, IL. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with a broad range of advisory strategies supported by advanced operational and research tools.

Joseph Batelli is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, JPMorgan Chase Bank, Foresters Financial, and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services including estate planning strategies and investment management.

Bridget Houser is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Platania Financial, HyperAMS, and Maestro Health. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives. The firm serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions with a range of financial planning and investment management solutions.

Courtney Kaufmann is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2023, she worked at ICS Solutions and The Sugar Circle in various roles. Outside of her advisory work, Kaufmann creates content on YouTube. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services both directly to individuals and through Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Patrick Schiltz is a CFP® and ChFC® professional with 21 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Edward Jones since 2005, based in Arlington Heights, IL. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Todd Wentland is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA since 2003 and joined J.P. Morgan Securities in 2022. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to inform its recommendations.

James Davis is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 45 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has been with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 1994. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in the rehabilitation and rental of real estate properties. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes tailored, non-discretionary planning and utilizes analytical tools to assess potential outcomes, supporting clients through advisory programs and maintaining unique municipal advisory capabilities.

Gino Esposito is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 22 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Equitable Advisors, Cetera Investment Services, Chase Investment Services, and Fifth Third Securities. He also owns GFE Investment Strategies Inc and is involved in real estate and mortgage services in the Chicago area. 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, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a network of over 22,800 advisors.

Kristi Braun is a financial advisor at Merrill with 31 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with Merrill since 1997 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she is associated with Abbey Villa Unit in Fontana, Wisconsin. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Jana Pretzer is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co. in Elgin, IL, bringing 12 years of industry experience. She has worked at Robert W. Baird since 2019 and previously at Wells Fargo Clearing from 2016 to 2019. Pretzer serves as Treasurer for the North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association (NAVHDA). She is part of The DDK Group within Robert W. Baird’s Private Wealth Management department, which serves individuals, corporate clients, pensions, and charitable organizations through a variety of financial planning, portfolio management, and brokerage services. The firm combines manager-traded and model-traded strategies with ongoing research and monitoring and manages approximately $394 billion in regulatory assets as of December 2025.

Meghan Martin is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with three years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Bank of America/Merrill Lynch for ten years. Outside of her advisory role, Martin manages a habit tracking application through her ownership of Spark Mind Body Spirit LLC and serves as managing member of Bonka LLC, which operates Airbnb rental properties. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, focusing on asset-allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting delivered on a non-discretionary basis.

Matthew Johnson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Barrington, IL. He holds a Series 66 designation and began his advisory career in 2025. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he has experience at institutions including Wintrust Bank, Amazon Web Services, and American Family Insurance. LPL Financial is a national broker‑dealer and SEC‑registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, 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 a network of over 22,800 advisors.

Robin Alvigi is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Algonquin, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she co-owns a rental townhome with her husband, which they manage personally. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a wide range of investment solutions, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Kurt Reif III is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding a Series 66 designation and over 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at Lincoln Financial Securities and currently owns REI Financial, LLC and Kensington Financial Services, where he is also involved in insurance sales. Additionally, he is a notary public providing document notarization services. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutions, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services supported by multiple advisory platforms and firm-provided investment tools.

Russell Warye is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 29 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at HUB International Investment Services, Global Retirement Partners LLC, and Highpoint Advisor Group, LLC. 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.

Daniel Fiarito is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. since 1998. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Tray Moses is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has held roles at several firms including Thrivent Investment Management and Avantax Insurance Agency, and is currently affiliated with multiple wealth management entities under the Wehring and DB Wehring brands. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party investment options.