S. Randall Pavlatos is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and its affiliated entities since 1988 and is currently the owner of S. Randall Pavlatos Accounting & Financial Services, Inc., a financial and accounting services firm. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services across multiple program structures, managing over $256 billion in assets.

Martin Lefty is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Glen Ellyn, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 43 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2015. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored to individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide written, non-discretionary Recommendation Reports, delivered by a centralized consulting team in partnership with client advisors.

Lucy Lu is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise LLC and holds a Series 66 designation. She has previously worked at Standard Chartered Bank Singapore and has been involved with Brightrock LLC and Alinks LLC concurrently for over a decade. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and corporate entities. The firm utilizes a model-driven investment approach and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and non-securities products such as trust custody and insurance services.

Nelson Cruz Jr. is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he has owned and managed a rental property since 2017. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments through a non-discretionary program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm integrates quantitative and qualitative research in its advisory process and offers broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Melissa Ingrande is a Series 66-credentialed advisor at Edward Jones with 12 years at the firm and 8 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she worked at Best Buy for 9 years. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies and maintains a large national network of advisors and branch offices.

Susan Yore is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Stifel with 25 years of industry experience. She has worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc since 2022 and previously spent 11 years at Bank of America, N.A. Stifel serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, charitable organizations, and municipal entities, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach is based on proprietary forward-looking capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Sumita Mishra is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2018 and previously spent four years with School District U-46. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Jose Solis currently serves as a Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. In this role, he leads a team of financial professionals focused on delivering a customer experience centered around financial planning. Prior to becoming Branch Leader, Jose worked as a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2025. His career in financial services also includes roles as a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Edge from 2017 to 2022, a Financial Consultant at E*TRADE Financial from 2015 to 2017, and a Branch Service Representative at E*TRADE Financial from 2014 to 2015. He began his financial services career as a Relationship Banker at JPMorgan Chase Bank NA from 2011 to 2014.

John Barrett is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has held various positions in sectors including education and transportation. Barrett is also a business owner of Dolor, a non-investment-related enterprise based in Chicago. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutional entities. The firm’s approach emphasizes model-driven investment implementation using portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, alongside access to financial planning, third-party asset managers, and insurance products through affiliated entities.

Hamza Akram is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 11 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015 and maintains a concurrent relationship with JPMORGAN Chase Bank, N.A. since 2014. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process incorporates centralized due diligence with both quantitative and qualitative research, including ESG considerations, and offers broader derivatives and commodities capabilities compared to many institutional advisory programs.

Joseph O’Hare is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Mount Prospect, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2016. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored, written recommendations, supported by a centralized consulting team and algorithmic tools.

Jianxiong Peng is a financial advisor at Cetera with a Series 66 license. He has been associated with Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2025, and was previously involved with LNP Consultants LLC since 2009. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with diverse portfolio management options and operates a large network of independent advisors.

Altynai Sulaimanova is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has experience with firms including PFS Investments Inc. and Primerica Financial Services, and also has involvement in tax-related businesses. Sulaimanova's background includes roles in accounting and logistics. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm offers model-delivery investment strategies primarily managed by unaffiliated asset managers and operates with approximately 3,935 advisors and about $15.5 billion in assets under management.

Dorothy Murdock is a financial advisor at Cetera with 8 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at firms including MML Investors Services and New York Life Insurance Co. Outside of her advisory role, she is an owner of Selah Ridge Wealth and is active as an insurance agent selling fixed insurance and health insurance products. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered advisory firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform that includes portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers, managing over $256 billion in assets through a network of more than 10,000 advisors.

Jack Hull is a financial advisor at Osaic with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Equitable Advisors, and Mony Securities Corporation. Outside of his advisory role, Hull serves as Vice President at Corporate Benefit Advisors, a firm specializing in employee benefits for small groups. Osaic Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm employs a model-based investment approach emphasizing asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and offers a wide range of brokerage and advisory services through a multi-advisor platform.

Janine Chun is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2022. She has over a decade of experience with Fidelity, having held various positions within the firm since 2012. Her previous roles include Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, High Net Worth Service Representative, and Financial Representative at the Regional Center. Throughout her career at Fidelity, Janine has developed expertise in utilizing the firm's tools and resources to create customized financial plans that align with clients' individual needs. She emphasizes building relationships based on integrity to assist clients and their families in working toward their financial goals.

Matthew Bappert is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 10 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with LPL Financial and has previously worked at BMO Bank, Premier Asset Management LLC, and 1834 Investment Advisors Co. 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 portfolios, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives and advanced research tools.

Charles Menges is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Barrington, IL, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Korpack, Merkle Korff Industries (a Nidec Company), Golfcritique.com, D&W Fine Pack, and Menges Roller Company. 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 combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to generate tailored retirement income recommendations.

Ronald Kapraun is a financial advisor with Cetera in Schaumburg, IL, holding a Series 63 designation and over 36 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Raymond James & Associates and Martingale Investment Group. Outside of advisory work, he is a partner in Kapraun Family Farm, LLC, and serves as a teacher aid providing religious education at Resurrection Catholic Church. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional accounts, offering a range of portfolio management and financial planning services. The firm operates a multi-manager platform that allows advisors to implement model portfolios, select third-party managers, or build custom strategies.

Jeremy Piwnicki is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009, and Citigroup Global Markets from 2004 to 2009. He is based in Crystal Lake, IL. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individuals and institutional clients by offering a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and scenario modeling as part of its advisory process.