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.

Josip Soldo is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Northbrook, IL, bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2002 and has also worked at Bank of America since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing several family-owned rental property LLCs. 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 both model-based and discretionary investment strategies and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Brie Edmunds is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She focuses on helping individuals and families achieve their financial goals through thoughtful guidance, personalized strategies, and a long-term approach to financial well-being. Brie holds several professional designations, including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She earned her bachelor's degree from Illinois State University.

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.

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.

Miguel Hernandez is a CFP® professional affiliated with J.P. Morgan Securities with 22 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and also serves as President of The Chamness Legacy Recycle Program, a nonprofit focused on repairing and distributing bicycles. 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 applying an ESG eligibility framework in their recommendations.

Jesus Garza is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Investacorp and Securities America Advisors. He is also a licensed insurance agent providing long-term care, life insurance, and fixed annuity options. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering brokerage, investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs tools such as asset-allocation models and risk-tolerance questionnaires to construct diversified portfolios across various asset classes.

Russell Warye is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Northbrook, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2013 and has prior experience with Global Retirement Partners LLC, HUB International, Highpoint Advisor Group, LLC, and Russell Warye, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with HUB International in non-investment capacities, including insurance-related activities. 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 financial planning and investment management services supported by various advisory platforms and technology tools, managing over $819 billion in discretionary assets through more than 22,800 advisors.

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.

Steven Greene is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in corporate benefits, executive and equity compensation services, personal retirement planning, and retirement income strategies. Steven focuses on helping clients achieve their financial goals by creating personalized wealth management plans tailored to their unique aspirations and family priorities. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Amherst College, a Master's Degree from Yale University, and a Master's Degree from Indiana University Kelley School of Business. Steven's experience spans wealth management, estate planning, trust advice, and investment portfolio strategies. His role involves providing clients with comprehensive, customized financial roadmaps, leveraging the investment insights of Merrill and the banking services of Bank of America. Steven serves as President of the Northbrook Symphony Orchestra and is a board member of both the Northbrook Symphony Orchestra and Ravinia Festival Associates. He is also a committee member of the Ravinia Steans Music Institute. Outside of work, Steven enjoys music, reading, and spending time with his family.

Deborah Gabriel is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Palatine, IL, holding the ChFC® and Series 66 designations with 11 years of industry experience, all at Edward Jones. She serves as the board vice president of the Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Jason Bennett is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in West Dundee, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 26 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2017, he worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and PRUCO Securities, LLC from 2013 to 2017. 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 broad range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, including access to separately managed accounts and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

John Birkhauser is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 47 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Merrill for over four decades and Bank of America for 12 years before joining RBC in 2021. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs with tailored investment strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers, supported by RBC’s capital-markets capabilities.

Ketcher Fenton is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. His previous work includes roles outside finance, such as at Chapel Hill Golf Course and various retail positions. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, serving through multi-manager and fund-of-fund structures.

Emma Robison is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, she held positions in education and retail, including roles at Northern Illinois University and Walmart. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides personalized retirement planning advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Stuart Cutler is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He previously worked for Cantella & Co., Inc. for a decade before joining Cambridge in 2022. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member involved in property management for the Winnetka Mews Condominium Association. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent professionals, utilizing a range of proprietary and third-party investment strategies.

Richard Pecard is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 33 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that incorporates firm-approved tools and market outcome modeling.

Viktoria Bendikova is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2015. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific eligibility criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm delivers these services through a centralized consulting team and combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis, with an emphasis on assets held in Ameriprise Managed Accounts.

Charles Coe is a financial advisor at Cetera with over 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked with multiple Cetera entities since 2020, as well as First Allied Advisory Services from 2012 to 2020. Outside of his advisory role, Coe is an author and speaker involved in education and teaching, and he hosts a podcast focused on life topics. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform encompassing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party managers, providing a range of customizable investment strategies and program structures.

Nolan Webster is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Palatine, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he served 17 years in the U.S. Marine Corps and operated independently from 2019 to 2022. Outside of financial advising, Webster performs as a professional magician in Libertyville, IL. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, investment options, and affiliated services, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.