Oliver Grigg is a financial advisor at Ameriprise Financial Services LLC with two years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked in education for several years. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written Recommendation Reports and ongoing advice focused on income planning and tax-aware withdrawal strategies for clients nearing or in retirement.

Kathleen Brennan is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Rolling Meadows, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 1993 and currently leads Brennan Financial Group. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in the sale of home security and automation products through part-time referrals and serves as president of K.D. Brennan, Inc., a legal entity formed for Primerica business purposes. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients, offering model-based investment strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts supported by third-party asset managers and custodians.

Michael Matthys is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Barrington, IL, bringing 19 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank division since 2013 and 2015, respectively. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including customized financial planning. The firm employs a structured planning process using proprietary tools and provides access to broad investment solutions, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Michael Mccarthy is a CFP® professional with 43 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. He serves as an instructor for CFP investment courses at DePaul University and holds a part-time role as Director of the Financial Education Center there. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm combines research from its investment institute with diversification principles and offers a range of financial products through its affiliates.

Steve Brunke is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2019 and previously at PNC Investments and PNC Bank. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on non-discretionary asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative and qualitative research in its advisory process and supports implementation through affiliated investment-management entities.

Solomon David is a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works directly with clients to define their financial goals and develop portfolio strategies aimed at helping them achieve these objectives. He provides ongoing advice and adapts portfolios to reflect changing client circumstances. His areas of expertise include general investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unexpected financial needs. Solomon holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his Bachelor's Degree from COMSATS University and communicates with clients in both English and Urdu. Outside of his professional duties, Solomon is involved in community service initiatives such as Feed My Starving Children.

Alex Lima is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 license and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Schwab, he worked at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch, and he serves as a Corporal and Fire Team Leader in the United States Marine Corps, where he coaches as a Combat Marksman. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, combining non-discretionary advisory services with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and a multi-asset investment approach supported by centralized custody and trading infrastructure.

Naomi Lynn is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and having 10 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing for 10 years and Morgan Stanley for one year before joining LPL Financial. Lynn is a founding board member of Women Who Advise, a Chicago-based networking group for female advisors. 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 and model portfolio programs, with an emphasis on a broad platform supported by technology and a large network of advisors.

Jessica Spondouris is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Barrington, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Merrill and JP Morgan Chase Bank. She serves on the board of her homeowners association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Erik Andersen is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and Jpmorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2018. Prior to that, he held roles at Goris Financial Group, Northwestern Mutual Investment Management, and Technical Youth LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research, incorporates an ESG eligibility framework, and offers broader derivatives and commodities capabilities through affiliated entities.

Joseph Gleba is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Cetera and has held prior roles at Avantax and Porte Brown Wealth Management. Gleba serves as a director on the board of Crystal Lake Bank & Trust Company and is involved with the Illinois Road Builders Association. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a nationwide network of independent advisors serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Mao Xia is a financial advisor with Fidelity, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, Mao worked at Bank of America, Merrill, BMO Harris Bank, and World Financial Group. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction across a broad investable universe, and it maintains a formal advisory role to multiple registered investment companies.

Terrence Ruff is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 19 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Lincoln Financial Securities for 17 years. Ruff also owns Kensington Financial Services, Inc., where he has been involved in insurance sales since 1987, and serves as a board member and treasurer of a nonprofit organization. He is a licensed notary public providing document notarization services. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, offering a multi-advisor platform with brokerage and advisory services. The firm employs a model-based investment process featuring asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and various managed account options.

Aparna Sarma is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with four years of industry experience, currently with J.P. Morgan Securities in McHenry, IL. She previously worked at Bank of America/Merrill Lynch for seven years and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2024. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to offer written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, with clients retaining final decision-making authority.

Jason Gunther is a CFP® professional with 17 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with Edward Jones since 2009, working out of Lake Forest, 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 programs and investment solutions, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Benjamin Murphy is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley based in Barrington, IL. He holds the Series 66 designation and has 13 years of industry experience. Murphy has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2013, including 11 years at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Cheryl Duda is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in helping individuals, families, and small business owners protect and grow generational wealth. She works closely with clients to understand their unique priorities and develop personalized financial plans that align with their needs and values. Her expertise includes retirement and legacy planning, tax-efficient investing, college education funding, small business solutions, and access to specialty lending. With over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, Cheryl holds professional designations including Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She earned a Bachelor's Degree from Shanghai International Studies University and an MBA from the Illinois Institute of Technology. Fluent in both Chinese and English, Cheryl brings a broad perspective to her client relationships. Outside of her professional role, Cheryl is active in her community through involvement with District 30 Toastmasters and XL Toastmasters Club. She enjoys running, including marathons, cooking, hiking, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Peter Manning is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Schaumburg, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. He previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities for 12 years and has been involved with P and R Management since 2005. 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 portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advice delivered by investment adviser representatives who utilize a range of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.

Ryan Dees 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 worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, Fidelity Investments, and Bank of America. 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. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research and includes an ESG eligibility framework.

Kelly Petersen is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Arlington Heights, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2021, Petersen worked at Huck Bouma PC, James C Provenza & Associates, and Anderson & Associates PC. Outside of advising, Petersen co-owns a handmade soap business that sells products on Etsy. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including various sizes of households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, tax-efficient services, and affiliated investment products.