Andrew Curry is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Barrington, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and over 16 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Outside of advisory work, he is involved as the sole proprietor of a publishing business and is a partner in Cachufa Games, a retail and online gaming store. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and modeling techniques as part of its financial planning process.

Kevin Rieger is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 13 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm delivers advisory services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Joseph Boyko is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Cetera and its related entities since 2010. He also serves as a financial professional and head of business development at Barbara E. Charal and Associates, Inc., and is involved with Genova Wealth in financial services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers.

John Caulfield is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 35 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012, having worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 1993. 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 select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering non-discretionary investment recommendations supported by a centralized due-diligence framework.

Jack Reiff is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a network of over 23,700 advisors and 15,100 branch offices. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies and affiliated investment products, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Christian Sosnowski is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2020. 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. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Suzann Schroeder is a financial advisor with Merrill in Schaumburg, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and possessing 27 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill for 26 years. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Dale Stern is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2018 and previously spent over 21 years with Harris Investor Services Inc. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients nationwide. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Alma Pajova is a CFP® professional with eight years of experience in the financial services industry. She is currently with Wells Fargo Clearing and has previously worked at ORG Partners, Hightower Advisors, and Mariner Wealth Advisors. She also provides financial services consulting for Gerson Lehrman Group, Inc. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, managing approximately $671 billion in assets with a large network of advisors.

Steven Schwer is a CFP® with 24 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at LPL Financial since 2025. He previously worked for Wayne Hummer Investments for 12 years and has been involved with Perry Mason's Tax Service since 1993. Outside of his financial work, Schwer is a sports referee and serves on the board of a recreational soccer nonprofit. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including both discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research and model portfolios from internal and third-party sources.

John Bergquist is a financial advisor with Cetera in Arlington Heights, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and its affiliates since 2004 and maintains John Bergquist & Associates, offering tax and accounting services with limited power of attorney for clients. He also provides limited health insurance referrals through a related business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management and financial planning. The firm operates a multi-manager platform with a variety of program options and manages over $256 billion in assets through a network of more than 10,000 advisors.

James Glenn is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. since 1995. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates a car storage facility in Volo, Illinois. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including non–high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and supports its clients through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Linda Takach is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 26 years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2003. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. 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. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Stephen Rudman is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 41 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank since 2015. He is based in Deerfield, Illinois. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm uses structured planning tools and investment models to support financial plans and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Debleena Chaudhuri is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with Merrill, based in Streamwood, IL, and has five years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2019 and previously worked at US Bank from 2018 to 2019. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries. The firm is integrated into Bank of America’s broader platform, providing access to a wide set of financial products and services.

Timothy Womack is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been working in financial services since 1991, bringing extensive experience in helping clients with retirement income planning, cash flow management, fixed income strategies, and a variety of wealth management needs. His role centers around assisting clients and their families in achieving their lifestyle and financial goals. Tim's areas of expertise include college education planning, corporate benefits, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Michigan State University. Outside of his professional work, Tim enjoys adventure sports such as biking, ice skating, running, and skiing. He also values spending time with his family and traveling.

Theresa Sliva is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Des Plaines, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 41 years of industry experience. She has been with Primerica Advisors since 1984 and Primerica Financial Services since 1991. Outside of advising, she is involved in the sale of home security, automation products, and loan products through affiliated Primerica companies. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure for its services.

Clifford Cadle Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Schaumburg, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2003 and previously worked at Advisors' Pride Inc. from 2015 to 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a construction business, Aspiration LLC. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and various portfolio strategies.

Sarah Fadamitan is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding a Series 66 designation and over one year of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2004. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Scott Verne is a CFP® and Series 66 registered financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Highland Park, IL. He has 18 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2007. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including households across various wealth levels, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management with a large network of financial advisors and branch offices, offering discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds under a fiduciary standard.