Stoyan Petev is a financial advisor at Prosperity Capital Advisors with 25 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, CFA®, and ChFC® designations. His prior roles include positions at First Heartland Corporation and First Heartland Capital, Inc., where he worked for 25 years, as well as more recent experience at Mid-Continent Companies, Ltd and Nationwide Investment Services Corp. Mr. Petev is also a licensed insurance agent and consults on Private Placement and Institutionally-Owned Life Insurance cases. Prosperity Capital Advisors serves a broad client base including individual investors, businesses, charitable organizations, and retirement plan sponsors. The firm employs a model-driven, multi-sleeved investment approach featuring core risk-based portfolios, specialized strategies, and access to private and alternative solutions.

Meagen Wagner is a CFP® professional with five years of industry experience, currently serving at Facet Wealth since 2021. Her prior roles include positions at Plancorp LLC and experience with Lighting Solutions Design Gallery LLC and August Moon. Facet Wealth offers subscription-based financial planning and discretionary investment management to individual clients, using technology-driven processes and model-based asset allocations. The firm serves a wide range of households through phone, video, and a proprietary web platform, employing a flat subscription model rather than percentage-based fees.

Christopher Tobin is a financial advisor at Larson Financial Group, LLC in Saint Louis, MO, with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Droms Strauss Wealth Management, JPMorgan Chase, Morgan Stanley, and UMB Financial Corporation. Larson Financial Group, LLC provides financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement-plan consulting to individuals, trusts, corporations, nonprofits, and pension plans, with a focus on doctors and related businesses. The firm uses a combination of model portfolios and custom discretionary programs employing strategic and tactical approaches, and offers affiliated services including broker-dealer, commercial real estate, and private equity activities.

Nicholas Akers is a financial advisor with Principal Advised Services in Saint Louis, MO, holding a Series 66 credential and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Principal Advised Services since 2024 and previously spent six years with Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an assistant vice president at Principal Bank, focusing on sales of bank deposit products. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering both non-discretionary recommendations and a discretionary, wrap-fee investment management program called SimpleInvest. The firm integrates third-party methodologies and proprietary models, leveraging its affiliation with Principal Financial Group to access proprietary funds and products.

Jeffery Schulz is a financial advisor at Larson Financial Group, LLC with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Larson Financial Group during multiple periods since 2014, as well as working at Stifel and St. Louis Community College. Larson Financial Group provides financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement-plan consulting to individuals, trusts, corporations, nonprofits, and pension plans, with a focus on doctors and related businesses. The firm uses a combination of model portfolios and custom discretionary strategies, incorporating both strategic and tactical approaches, and employs AI-assisted tools alongside human review for client advice.

Luke Gassett is a financial advisor at CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC in St. Louis, MO, holding a Series 65 credential. He joined the firm in 2026 and has prior work experience with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP and involvement with local athletic associations. CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors serves individuals, corporate and institutional clients, and qualified retirement plans, offering wealth advisory, asset management, financial and estate planning, and business succession consulting. The firm combines fiduciary advisory services with broker-dealer and insurance activities and integrates multidisciplinary planning through its Private Client Services model.

Daniel Exum is a financial advisor at Principal Advised Services with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. He previously served in the US Air Force from 2015 to 2022 before transitioning to his current role. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering both non-discretionary recommendations and a discretionary, wrap-fee investment management program called SimpleInvest. The firm leverages proprietary models and third-party methodologies, and benefits from integration with the broader Principal Financial Group family, which supports access to affiliated products and services.

Thaddeus Brija is a financial advisor at Private Client Services, LLC with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Cetera, Cetera Wealth Services, renaissance financial, Minnesota Life, and Securian Financial Services. Brija serves on the advisory board of BNI and volunteers with Friends of Arch Grants. Private Client Services is an independent investment adviser serving individuals, families, trusts, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, consulting, and portfolio management through multiple advisory platforms, emphasizing risk profiling and tailored investment strategies.

Carter Hayes is a financial advisor at Visionary Wealth Advisors, LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. His prior experience includes roles at Sierra Investment Management, Inc. and Northern Lights Distributors, LLC. Visionary Wealth Advisors provides financial planning, consulting, and investment management services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, business entities, and retirement plans. The firm uses model-based strategies and separately managed accounts, combining fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis within an asset-allocation framework based on Modern Portfolio Theory.

Tamara Fain is a financial advisor with Stifel Independent Advisors, LLC in St. Louis, MO, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and with 24 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Edward Jones for 10 years before joining Stifel, where she has been since 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she is a brand partner for Kleo Kolor, selling press-on nails to friends and family. Stifel Independent Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, trusts, and municipal entities, offering brokerage and advisory services with a focus on customized financial planning and portfolio management. The firm operates as both a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser, providing clients with a range of service options tailored to their needs.

Jeffery Kuhlmann is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving at Larson Financial Group, LLC since 2026. He previously worked at Edward Jones for 23 years. Larson Financial Group provides financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement-plan consulting to individuals, trusts, corporations, nonprofits, and pension plans, with a focus on doctors and related businesses. The firm employs a combination of model portfolios and custom discretionary programs using both strategic and tactical approaches, and offers a range of specialized services including pension consulting and the use of AI-assisted tools in research and client documentation.

Anna Militello is a financial advisor at Integrated Advisors Network LLC with five years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at Militello Wealth Management since 2014. Integrated Advisors Network is an SEC-registered multi-team investment adviser serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, retirement plans, and corporate entities. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services using a combination of fundamental and quantitative analysis along with third-party manager platforms to implement client investment plans.

David Sink is a financial advisor at Visionary Wealth Advisors, LLC with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Visionary Wealth Advisors since 2015. Visionary Wealth Advisors serves individuals, trusts, estates, retirement plans, and business entities through a multi-advisor team structure managing several billion dollars for a few thousand clients. The firm offers financial planning, consulting, and both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, employing a blend of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis within an asset-allocation framework based on Modern Portfolio Theory.

Albert Kaufman is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 24 years of industry experience. He is currently with CX Institutional, LLC and has previously worked at ADK Wealthcare LLC, Wealthcare Advisory Partners LLC, and LPL Financial. Outside of his advisory work, Kaufman operates a small hobby farm that includes livestock projects and a garden. CX Institutional serves individuals, charitable organizations, business entities, and retirement plan sponsors with portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a multi-strategy asset allocation approach that integrates fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis across a variety of asset classes and utilizes third-party technology for consolidated reporting and tax-efficient asset management.

Nicholas Luchtefeld is a financial advisor with UMB Financial Services, Inc. in St. Louis, MO, holding Series 66 and Series 65 credentials and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with UMB Financial Services since 2010 and concurrently works with UMB Bank since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a professor at the Graduate School of Business. UMB Financial Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, trusts, retirement plans, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers multiple managed account programs and operates as a broker-dealer, SEC-registered investment adviser, and municipal advisor affiliated with UMB Bank.

Jason Schuhmacher is a financial advisor at Larson Financial Group, LLC with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with Larson Financial Group and Larson Financial Securities since 2021. Outside of financial advising, he works part-time as a real estate agent assisting clients in buying and selling homes. Larson Financial Group, LLC provides financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement-plan consulting to individuals, trusts, corporations, nonprofits, and pension plans, with a focus on serving doctors and related businesses. The firm utilizes a combination of model portfolios and custom discretionary programs employing strategic and tactical approaches, and offers affiliated services including brokerage, commercial real estate, and private equity.

Brent Wilhelm is a financial advisor with Benjamin F. Edwards & Company, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. He serves as treasurer for the St. Teresa Athletic Association in Belleville, IL. Benjamin F. Edwards & Company is an integrated broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser with over 500 advisors, offering services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional clients through a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and investment management solutions.

Kevin Hannibal is a CFP® with 11 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Creative Planning. His prior experience includes seven years at Stifel Nicolaus & Co and a brief tenure at Groundwork Mortgage. Creative Planning provides wealth management and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, trusts, and corporations. The firm employs a financial-planning-led investment approach with a focus on low-cost indexing, buy-and-hold strategies, and selective private market exposure, managing approximately $295.6 billion in client assets.

Ashlee Ogrzewalla is a Certified Financial Planner® with 14 years of industry experience. She is currently with Benjamin F. Edwards & Company, Inc. and has held previous roles at firms including Pentegra Distributors, Inc., Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, and Cambridge Capital Management, LLC. Outside of her advisory work, she serves on the Board of Directors for the Youth & Family Center in St. Louis. Benjamin F. Edwards & Company is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients through over 500 advisors. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, investment management, brokerage services, insurance products, and M&A advisory services.

Cary Dwars is a CFP® professional with one year of experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Creative Planning. Prior to joining Creative Planning in 2025, he worked at Moneta from 2020 to 2024 and at Maritz Global Events from 2015 to 2020. Creative Planning provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, foundations, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm employs a financial planning–led investment approach emphasizing low-cost indexing and buy-and-hold strategies, supplemented by specialized techniques such as direct indexing and tax-loss harvesting, supported by a large advisory team and centralized investment infrastructure.