Anastasios Liosatos is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS Financial Services, Inc. for eight years before joining Raymond James in 2021. He is also the managing member of Silver Liberatore Group LLC. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipalities. The firm offers financial planning and investment consulting through various programs, with an emphasis on tailored, non-discretionary advice supported by firm research and multiple portfolio management styles.

Jeffrey Ziemnik is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at various J.P. Morgan entities since 2010, including J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. 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.

Laura Flores is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. She previously worked for J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. for over a decade. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by extensive operational tools and a broad non-advisory financial services network.

Paula Campian is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, she worked at BMO Bank NA for seven years and Citibank for three years. 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 provides a range of advisory and brokerage services through a large network of investment adviser representatives, utilizing various portfolio management options and technology tools to support client investment decisions.

Brian Crary is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 18 years of industry experience. He has held prior roles at Fidelity Investments and J.P. Morgan Securities, including J.P. Morgan Chase Bank. Crary holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and is based in Lake Zurich, Illinois. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and associated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advisory guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a formal alternative-investment platform.

Alyssa Sanderson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at Ameriprise Financial Services and Embolden Wealth Management. She is also a commissioned notary in Itasca, 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 provides a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and third-party asset management, supported by extensive technology tools and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Lois Wollney is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Barrington, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and Citigroup Global Markets. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and financial planning services that utilize structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools to model potential outcomes. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides both direct individual plans and Corporate Financial Planning agreements.

Brad Anders is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at various J.P. Morgan entities since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in technology and media ventures, including ownership of XGrowth Solutions LLC, which develops automated social media tools, and a passive investment in Newsmax Media Inc. J.P. Morgan Securities 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 network of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines institutional advisory capabilities with brokerage and investment management functions, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision authority.

Thomas Hudepohl is a CFP® professional with 22 years of experience in financial advising. He is currently with OSAIC and has previously worked at American Portfolios Advisors, Inc. and American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. He is also Vice President at Reisner Hudepohl Financial Services, where he provides tax preparation and tax advice services. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm combines brokerage and advisory services with a variety of investment platforms, utilizing asset-allocation tools, risk assessments, and automated portfolio rebalancing.

Donald Karpick is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Schaumburg, IL, and has 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its predecessor since 2011. Outside of advising, he serves as president on the board of the Fountain Terrace Homeowners Association. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large institution serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services that focus on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm’s approach integrates proprietary research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools, with recommendations implemented on a non-discretionary basis.

Heidi Merkle is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Barrington, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She worked at Merrill for 23 years before joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in 2018. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a broad range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including customized financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and advanced modeling tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and employer-sponsored financial planning services.

Eric Marzinke is a financial advisor at Osaic with 26 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. for 11 years. Marzinke serves as President of ProMark Investments, Inc. and is the presiding officer of the Palatine Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated financial advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, using tools such as asset-allocation models and automated rebalancing to manage diversified portfolios.

Melissa Gomez Castrejon is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Fidelity Investments, JPM Chase, and Lou Malnatis. 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.

Janice Vlazny is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 19 years of industry experience. She has been affiliated with Cetera and related entities since 2006 and serves as Vice President of Holistic Wealth Management Group, Ltd., a financial services firm. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser with a nationwide network of over 10,000 independent advisors, serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, model portfolios, and access to third-party managers.

Matt Jacobson is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he partners with clients to understand their financial goals and develop customized plans to meet their needs. He places a strong emphasis on forming enduring relationships with clients and their families, prioritizing trust, reliability, and competency in his work. Matt has held various roles at Fidelity Investments since 2021, including Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual in 2021. His experience spans multiple facets of financial consulting and client relationship management. Outside of his professional career, Matt enjoys activities such as biking, running, swimming, fitness, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Shaun Ratay is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley who holds a Series 66 designation and has 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated private bank since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, Ratay coaches football for the District 304 Geneva Illinois School District. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Brian Olson is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Elburn, Illinois, with five years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 credential and previously worked at H&R Block, UPS Freight, ISBA Mutual Insurance, and Tsys Merchant Solutions. Outside of advising, he manages a small beekeeping operation, overseeing 10 hives and selling surplus honey. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Owen Johnson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Cary, IL. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has one year of experience in the financial industry. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he worked at BMO Harris Bank, First Community Mortgage, PrimeLending, and Freedom Mortgage. He also has a background in academia from Purdue University. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment management solutions, supported by extensive operational and research tools and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Michael Truckenmiller is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC since 2016. 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. Its Institutional Consulting Services program delivers non-discretionary advice through a select group of Wealth Advisors.

Quentin Price is a financial advisor at Fidelity with five years of industry experience. He has worked at Fidelity since 2021 and previously held positions at Alight Solutions, Edward Jones, and Aon. Outside of his advisory role, he works as an independent contractor for a grocery delivery service. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including model portfolios constructed through a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic methods. The firm is noted for its involvement in advisory roles to registered investment companies and its use of advanced technologies in portfolio construction.