John Fuerstenberg is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entities since 2016. 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 tailored financial planning supported by proprietary planning tools and scenario modeling. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers both direct and employer-sponsored financial planning services.

Thomas Duebner is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with Series 63 and Series 66 designations and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. in 2025, he worked at Fidelity Investments and Fidelity Brokerage Services from 2022 to 2025 and held roles in the education sector at San Marcos CISD and Hays CISD. 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 applying an ESG eligibility framework in its investment approach.

Laura Keilman is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 24 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. She serves as a co-trustee for a family trust, assisting with investment decisions and financial oversight. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered adviser and broker-dealer that provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutions, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm employs structured planning tools and offers both direct and employer-based financial planning solutions.

Scott Green is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with six years of industry experience, currently advising clients at Edward Jones since 2019. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at The Langham in Chicago and founded an online baking resource called Devil's Food Kitchen, where he creates free baking recipes for amateur and professional pastry enthusiasts. 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 large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Dominic Levato is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he provides financial planning services to help clients make effective financial decisions. He focuses on guiding clients through various aspects of financial planning, including risk, income, and tax planning considerations. Prior to his current role, Dominic worked as a Wealth Advisor at Citigroup Global Markets from 2017 to 2024. His experience spans multiple facets of wealth management and financial consulting. Outside of his professional career, Dominic has personal interests in baseball, cooking and baking, family activities, and football.

Dustin Remmler is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in St. Charles, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities, he worked at Bank of America, Merrill, and Citigroup/Citibank. Outside of his advisory role, he is a classical musician who occasionally performs with orchestral and wind groups in the Chicago area. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, utilizing a quantitative asset-allocation approach combined with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Samantha Beavers is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. She previously worked at Goldstone Financial Group and Crown Equipment Company. She holds a Series 66 designation. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a broad range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients. The firm’s financial planning services use structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools to develop tailored plans, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Jon Theeke Jr. is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Aurora, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent and its predecessor, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, since 2002. Outside of his advisory role, Mr. Theeke serves on the Cornerstone Foundation board for Lutheran Social Services Illinois, participating in fundraising and outreach activities. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services for individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits, offering goal-based financial planning without portfolio management or discretionary trading authority. The firm’s approach allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs under a consolidated billing option while maintaining separate services.

Joni Mallory is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Campton Hills, IL, with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Edward Jones since 2018. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she spent over three decades at Allstate Insurance Company. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Marc Sweda is a financial advisor at Osaic with 27 years of industry experience. He previously worked for 25 years at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. In addition to his advisory role, he is a licensed insurance agent and a notary. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of affiliated advisers and advisory platforms. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios across various asset classes.

Andres Cordero is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Bank of America, Merrill, Wells Fargo Advisors, and JPMorgan Chase Bank. 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. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Eli Mercado is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities who holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has five years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities, he held roles at Mass Mutual Investors Services, West Point Financial Group, Bankers Life, and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Outside of his financial career, Mercado is involved in youth sports as an owner and partner of Illinois Bucs Travel Baseball and coaches teens through RYP Baseball. 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 its recommendations.

Daniel Barnes is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Bolingbrook, IL. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked in various roles including at Harris Battery Company, CertaPro Painters, and Oak Leaf Community Mortgage. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a variety of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, and manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management through a nationwide network of financial advisors.

Sean Warner is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services in Lisle, Illinois. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 15 years of industry experience, including prior roles at MetLife Securities Inc. Warner also works as a sales agent focusing on property and casualty insurance through Comprehensive Financial Concepts LLC. MassMutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm employs firm-approved software and collaborative planning processes to develop tailored recommendations.

William Lafond is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with LPL Financial, bringing 40 years of industry experience. His prior roles include leadership positions at Grove Point Advisors, LLC and Grove Point Investment, LLC. He serves as chairperson on the board of the Chaney Lake Road Maintenance Association, a nonprofit organization. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm provides a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, combining proprietary research with third-party strategies and technology-driven portfolio management.

Yan Bellantoni is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Aurora, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliates since 2009. Bellantoni serves on the Board of Directors for the Nankai University Alumni Association. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm offering a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance services. Its retirement-income planning service targets clients with significant investable assets, providing detailed, research-driven recommendations that combine modeling and tax-efficiency analysis.

Kent Travis is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously at Cetera Advisor Networks, Raymond James Financial Services, Sage Private Wealth Group, Equity Services, and National Life Group. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches supported by research and model portfolios.

Linda Davis is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial in Saint Charles, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 40 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James Financial since 2009 and has held a Power of Attorney role since 2011. Outside of her advisory work, she is a partner in a rental real estate business. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and institutional entities. The firm emphasizes non-discretionary financial planning and investment consulting, providing tailored advice supported by extensive research and a broad affiliate network.

Kristen Fox is a Certified Financial Planner™ with 18 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2015, with prior experience at Commonwealth Financial Network and Daley Financial Partners. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and a range of portfolio options.

Forrest White II is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Aurora, IL, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2001. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of over 23,700 advisors and 15,000 branch offices.