John Messerschmidt is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Barrington, IL, where he has worked since 2008. He has 18 years of industry experience and has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans throughout his career. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering comprehensive written recommendations across various planning topics without portfolio management. The firm uses goal-based analyses and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account programs through a consolidated billing option while maintaining separate services.

Emily Werner is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, she worked at Acceptance Now (Rent a Center LLC) and held various roles in education and retail. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and systematic portfolio construction with a focus on mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs. The firm is noted for its use of algorithmic methods and AI in research, its role as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies, and its management of model portfolios for Fidelity Institutional Wealth Adviser.

Michael Ellsworth is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Elgin, Illinois, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He has worked with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he has real estate ownership interests unrelated to investment activities. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, delivering non-discretionary, research-driven recommendations that integrate tax-efficient strategies and Social Security options. As a large institutional firm, Ameriprise offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Michael Taylor is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Barrington, IL, where he has worked since 2010. He has 19 years of industry experience. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutions with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

Evelyn Berthold is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Schaumburg, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and three years of industry experience. She previously worked at JP Morgan Chase for five years and Fifth Third Bank (formerly MB Financial Bank) for twelve years. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. It offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written Recommendation Reports and ongoing planning advice focused on retirement income, using proprietary research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools.

Elizabeth Silverman Zurek is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors based in Des Plaines, IL. She holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has nine years of industry experience. Beyond her advisory role, she owns and operates several businesses in large format printing and photography under ESZ Marketing Inc., Intellisource Inc., Color Image Inc., and Portraits by Liz LLC. Primerica Advisors serves primarily individual investors as well as corporate and charitable clients through a wrap-fee asset management program that employs model-delivery strategies from unaffiliated asset managers. The firm supports its advisory services with discretionary portfolio management, trade execution, and account custody, operating at scale with thousands of advisors and billions in assets under management.

Todd Bracy is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Barrington, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 42 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Mesirow Financial Investment Management, Inc. and Mesirow Financial, Inc. from 2001 to 2013. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with services including investment advisory, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Ross Krause is a CFP® professional with 10 years of experience in financial advising. He is currently with LPL Financial and has previously worked at firms including Edward Jones, Mass Mutual Investors Services, and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. Outside of advising, he is a freelance writer. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment strategies across discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

Jackson Tavenner is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Glenview, IL, holding a Series 66 license with four years of industry experience. His previous roles include positions at Riverfront Investment Group, Alps Distributors, and Breakthru Beverage Group. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools alongside broad retail and institutional offerings.

Stephen Yates is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley in various roles since 2010, including Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A., since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and modeling techniques in its financial planning process.

Mehmed Suta is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been working since 2016 in various roles including Investment Consultant and Relationship Manager. In his current position, he partners with clients and their families to develop comprehensive financial plans aimed at growing, managing, and preserving wealth. With a professional background spanning several years at Fidelity Investments, Mehmed focuses on building long-term relationships grounded in transparency, honesty, and trust. His approach involves collaborating with a dedicated team to help clients work toward their financial goals. Outside of his professional role, Mehmed has personal interests in biking, golf, and playing musical instruments.

Tripp Turchik is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Equitable Advisors, he worked at Merrill Edge/Merrill Lynch and has experience outside finance with Accurate Electric Service. He serves as a Commission Member on the Special Events Commission for the Village of Arlington Heights, assisting in the planning and coordination of seasonal events. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm delivers advice through a network of representatives, utilizing a range of advisory programs and third-party asset managers to meet client needs.

Amy Sloma is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 22 years of industry experience. She previously spent 28 years at Lincoln Financial Advisors Corporation. Outside of her advisory work, she owns and manages ARS Point of Sale, Inc., a small business. OSAIC Wealth serves a wide range of retail and institutional clients through a multi-advisor platform offering brokerage and advisory services, including comprehensive financial planning, managed portfolios, and retirement plan consulting. The firm emphasizes model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization, supporting discretionary and third-party management strategies.

Robert Murdock is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with six years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Edward Jones since 2019 and is also the owner and partner of Outlets419 INC, an online eBay sales business. 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 and offers a range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Jeffrey Larsen is a CFP® and ChFC® with 14 years of experience in the financial industry, all with Edward Jones since 2012. He is based in Park Ridge, IL. Outside of his advisory role, Larsen is involved in several non-investment ventures, including co-ownership of real estate properties and participation in private investment and acquisition entities. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of investment and advisory strategies, supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Christopher Roehrkasse is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, bringing extensive experience in financial consulting and client management. He has been with Fidelity since 2012, holding various roles including Financial Consultant, Portfolio Specialist, Client Management Representative, Relationship Manager, and Private Client Specialist. Prior to Fidelity, he worked as a Client Manager at T. Rowe Price from 2011 to 2012. Throughout his career, Christopher has developed comprehensive financial plans tailored to clients' unique financial goals. He holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California, supporting his ability to provide a range of financial services. His commitment to integrity and client partnership underscores his approach to financial consulting. Outside of his professional work, Christopher enjoys cooking and baking, fitness, golf, skiing, and volunteering.

David Klein is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 46 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at City National Bank since 2020 and RBC Capital Markets Corporation since 2008. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutional clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs with tailored investment strategies implemented through both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Anthony Catalano is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he collaborates with clients to develop personalized financial plans aligned with their retirement goals and circumstances. He focuses on helping clients make informed decisions by carefully considering potential benefits and risks of various investment strategies. His professional experience includes serving as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments since 2019. Prior to this, he worked as a Private Bank Relationship Manager at US Bank from 2017 to 2019, and as a Private Client Relationship Manager at J.P. Morgan Chase from 2007 to 2017. Outside of his professional role, Anthony has interests in baseball, family activities, fitness, food, and traveling.

Sung Han is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 1990 and Primerica Financial Services since 1991. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in sales of loan products, home security, and automation services through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management primarily through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure, offering a range of investment models implemented in partnership with BNY Mellon Advisors.

Mateusz Zajchowski is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. His previous roles include positions at Merrill Edge and New York Life Insurance Company. 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 searches, and customized performance reporting within a non-discretionary program. Their advisory process combines quantitative screens and qualitative research, supported by a manager solutions team and an ESG eligibility framework.