Lucero Ramirez is an advisor at Fifth Third Securities, Inc. with one year of experience in the financial industry. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been affiliated with Fifth Third Bank since 2015. Fifth Third Securities serves individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, corporations, and trusts. The firm offers investment advisory and brokerage services through various programs and third-party portfolio managers on its Passageway Managed Account platform.

Adam Provance is a financial advisor with Commonwealth Financial Network, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He previously worked at First Midwest Bank and LPL Financial, both from 2013 to 2022, and is a co-owner of Compass Tax Advisors, LLC, which provides tax preparation services. Commonwealth Financial Network is a dual-registered broker/dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a national network of approximately 2,900 advisors. The firm offers a comprehensive adviser-support platform that includes managed-account programs, access to third-party asset managers, retirement and plan consulting, and custody/clearing services.

Nancy Kwain is a financial advisor with William Blair, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 34 years of industry experience. She has been with William Blair & Company since 2005. William Blair’s Private Wealth Management division offers discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, and wealth services to individuals, foundations, pension, and corporate clients. The firm employs an active, research-driven approach across multiple asset classes and provides access to proprietary models, third-party sub-managers, and private investment opportunities.

Jessica Martin is a financial advisor with Commonwealth Financial Network in Joliet, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at Stifel Independent Advisors, LPL Financial, and Clifton Larson Allen. Outside of advisory work, she is involved in tax preparation through JRM Consulting. Commonwealth Financial Network serves a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors and their clients, providing a range of advisory programs, including customized portfolio solutions and third-party asset manager access. The firm supports its advisors with operations, technology, compliance, and investment management services.

Joseph Suhadolc is a CFP® with 15 years of industry experience, currently serving at Fifth Third Securities, Inc. since 2010. He has been associated with Fifth Third in various capacities since 2007. Outside of his advisory role, he manages landlord duties for a rental property in Shorewood, Illinois. Fifth Third Securities, Inc. provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, charitable organizations, corporate clients, and institutional investors through its Passageway Managed Account Program. The firm offers multiple discretionary managed-account options, including advisor-directed models and separately managed accounts, and is notable for its municipal-advisor registration combined with its affiliation with Fifth Third Bank.

Chad Humphrey is a CFP® professional with 19 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC and has held positions at Raymond James Financial Services and LPL Financial, among others. His background includes roles in both advisory and insurance sectors. Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC is an SEC-registered enterprise advisory firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and retirement plan consulting, employing a strategic investment process that combines passive and active management supported by quantitative and fundamental research.

Jennifer Prosise is a financial advisor with Lincoln Investment in Joliet, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 17 years of industry experience. Her background includes work with Isagenix and The Voyager Group, where she provides life insurance and fixed annuity services. She also owns Prosize Consulting, which assists clients with student loan consolidation and repayment planning. Additionally, she serves as Vice President of the National Tax-Deferred Savings Association and is Treasurer and a board member of the Estate Planning Council of Joliet. Lincoln Investment serves individuals, charitable organizations, businesses, and employer-sponsored retirement plans, with a focus on educators and 403(b)/457(b) participants. The firm offers a range of financial planning and retirement plan services, employing strategic and tactical investment approaches managed by an internal Investment Management & Research team.

Justin Stuursma is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Frankfort, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Edward Jones and Retirement Advisors Inc. Outside of advising, he coaches sports and fitness at Lincoln Way East High School. 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. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and technology-driven strategies.

Jacqueline Ibarra is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities who holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 16 years of industry experience. She has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2016. 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 investment recommendations.

Marie Knorr is a CFP® professional with 24 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 2018 and previously worked at Wayne Hummer Investments, LLC for four years. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with Knorr Enterprises and operates a tax preparation and accounting service through Trupoint Tax Service. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, supported by research and model portfolios from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Kenneth Armbruster is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Voya Financial Advisors for five years before joining Cambridge in 2020. Armbruster serves as a board member of the Grand Lodge of AF&AM of Illinois and holds leadership roles with the Scottish Rite Valley of Chicago. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals using various discretionary and non-discretionary strategies and proprietary model portfolios.

Mark Karner is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Edward Jones in Joliet, Illinois, where he has worked since 2002. He has 24 years of industry experience. He serves on the Board of Directors and chairs the Investment Committee at Joliet Catholic Academy and is also Vice President of the JCA Parent Association. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets with a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Brett Schaibley is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Edward Jones in Frankfort, IL, with 10 years of industry experience, all of which has been at Edward Jones since 2016. 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, operating under a fiduciary standard, and is notable for its extensive nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Luis Gonzalez is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2006. 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, delivering recommendations on a non-discretionary basis while clients retain final decision authority.

Derek West is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2023. He specializes in collaborating with clients and their families to develop unique financial plans that address their current and future needs. Prior to his current role, Derek gained experience as a Wealth Management Banker at U.S. Bank from 2017 to 2023. His professional background includes working directly with clients to help them pursue their financial goals. Outside of his professional career, Derek enjoys engaging in activities such as baseball, camping, football, golf, and spending time with friends at social events.

Steven Swanson is a CFP® professional with 26 years of industry experience, currently associated with LPL Financial since 2016. Based in Frankfort, IL, he holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a real estate rental business. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a wide range of financial planning and advisory programs, utilizing model portfolios and research to support diversified investment strategies.

Luke Morris is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and 11 years of industry experience. He has worked previously at Mission Wealth Management, Strategic Advisers, Inc., and Fidelity Investments. He is based in Joliet, Illinois. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm’s approach combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized manager due diligence and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its investment recommendations.

John Reyes is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2026. In this capacity, he collaborates closely with clients to align financial and retirement goals, integrating various aspects of their personal and financial situations to support their life objectives. Prior to his current position, John held several roles at Fidelity Investments, including Investment Consultant (2025-2026), Relationship Manager (2024-2025), and Workplace Planning Associate (2023-2024). His professional experience also includes working as an Equity Derivatives Trader from 2022 to 2023 and serving as a Bilingual Senior Benefits Consultant at GoHealth from 2021 to 2022. Outside of his professional career, John engages in family activities, fitness, golf, playing musical instruments, and outdoor adventures.

Nikolaos Doulas is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and seven years of industry experience. His career includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as well as prior experience at Arthur J. Gallagher. He also has entrepreneurial experience through his involvement with NikMarr, Inc. and Four G's. 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. The firm delivers these services through Wealth Advisors on a non-discretionary basis, combining large institutional advisory operations with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Manuel Ortiz is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Plainfield, IL, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at U.S. Bank, JPMorgan Chase Bank, and JP Morgan Securities. Outside of advisory work, he has been involved in a real estate business for over a decade. LPL Financial serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, advisory programs, and retirement plan consulting through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides both discretionary and non-discretionary management, utilizing various model portfolios and research from multiple sources.