David Helfand is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Highland Park, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2009. Helfand serves on the Board of Directors for the Scleroderma Foundation Greater Chicago and chairs the Endowment Committee for Makom Solel Lakeside. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver customized, non-discretionary recommendations. The firm also offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Sean Gay is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Libertyville, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2020 and previously spent 11 years at Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. Gay has also maintained an independent advisory business, Blue Oak Financial Services, since 2004. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Kim Blomquist is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and three 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. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Thomas Nahrwold is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he assists families, retirees, corporate executives, medical professionals, and businesses across the Chicago area and nationwide. He focuses on areas including executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. His approach involves educating clients about their financial decisions and maintaining transparency regarding fees. Thomas and his team provide access to multiple specialists in various areas of personal finance, conducting quarterly reviews and annual meetings to ensure clients' goals are on track and to make necessary adjustments. Thomas holds a Bachelor's Degree from Drake University and is designated as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He emphasizes continuous improvement through due-diligence meetings, continuing education, business seminars, and weekly team meetings. Beyond his professional role, Thomas is active in his community, serving as a Board Member of the Kenilworth Community Fund and participating in the Kenilworth Citizens Advisory Committee. He has previously served as a Trustee for the Village of Kenilworth and was an active leader for Kenilworth Cub Scout and Boy Scout Troop 13. His personal interests include fly fishing, cycling, cooking, gardening, and Chicago sports. He resides in Kenilworth, Illinois, with his wife and four children.

Paul Armstrong is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Chicago, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials with 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2002. Outside of advising, Armstrong is a partner in a data collection business based in Boston. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, and affiliated financial products. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and supports its services with a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Phillip Klimaitis is a Financial Solutions Advisor (FSA) with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to understand their priorities and develop strategies aimed at achieving their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. His services include general investing, retirement planning, and preparation for unexpected financial needs. Phillip also facilitates access to Bank of America specialists for additional banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Phillip holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from North Central College. His approach centers on identifying what matters most to clients and their families to create tailored financial strategies.

Michael Howlett is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2021, he worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services and JPMorgan Securities in various roles from 2007 to 2021. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that include income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to generate automated and tailored recommendations, primarily for clients with assets managed through Ameriprise accounts.

Jason Anderson is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and affiliated entities since 2005. 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. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

William Douglass is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His prior experience includes ten years at Bank of America and Merrill before joining Morgan Stanley in 2021. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools.

Aleksandra Nigro is a Series 66-registered financial advisor with 11 years of industry experience, currently with UBS Financial Services Inc. since 2013. She operates out of Northbrook, IL. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services.

Joseph Bertoni is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 16 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including comprehensive financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services both directly to individuals and through employer-sponsored financial planning agreements.

Seth Greenberg is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has seven years of prior experience at Learfield and has also worked with the Kansas City Chiefs, Allstate Insurance, and Syracuse University. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Lisbeth Guerrero Aguirre is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with six years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. in multiple roles since 2019, as well as previous experience at Fifth Third Securities. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, using a process that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Allison Ockwood is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2016, following a brief tenure at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities 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 support customized investment strategies.

Matthew Bettes is a CFP® professional with 23 years of experience in the financial industry. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA since 2005. Based in Chicago, IL, he holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. 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. The firm delivers these services through Wealth Advisors on a non-discretionary basis alongside affiliated brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Joseph Vitale is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Arlington Heights, IL. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with LPL Financial since 2025. In addition to his advisory role, he has worked as a server at Mister 01 since 2024. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Jose Munoz is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America N.A., Enterprise Holdings, Calabrese & Sons Inc, Valle Security, Northern Illinois University, and Triton Community College. 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, offering model-based and discretionary strategies supported by internal and third-party investment teams for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and organizations.

Luke Slaughter is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Merrill since 2013 and is also associated with Bank of America, N.A. since 2015. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies and supports a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kyle Porter is a Senior Financial Advisor with experience in business development and relationship management. He previously worked as an associate in the Chicago Merrill Lynch Wealth Management office before joining The Porter Group in 2015. Kyle assists with analyzing mutual funds, structured products, and comparing performance results and asset allocation. He holds registrations including FINRA Series 7 and 66 and has earned professional designations such as CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of St. Thomas. Outside of work, Kyle supports Chicago sports teams and currently resides in West Loop.

Cynthia Mariscal is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley and holds Series 65 and Series 63 designations. She has nine years of industry experience, having previously worked at firms including RBC Capital Markets, Merrill, and Wells Fargo Clearing. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning that incorporates firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and serves clients through direct and employer-based financial planning agreements.