Maricel Betz is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and 19 years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Country Financial, TD Ameritrade, Invest Financial Corporation, and Ameriprise. She is based in Orland Park, Illinois. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including Charitable Gift Funds and registered investment companies. The firm combines proprietary research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and discretionary management, with notable activities including its registration as a commodity pool operator and use of AI-driven methodologies.

Jake Coss is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work experience includes roles at Northwestern Mutual, Battaglia Industries, Hy-Vee, and involvement with Crystal Lake Country Club and Augustana College. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm uses a combination of proprietary and third-party advisory models and offers a range of investment options including mutual funds, ETFs, and select alternative investments.

Phu Nguyen is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015. Prior to his current role, he was involved with L.A. Nails Spa II, Inc. from 2015 to 2017. 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 and investment management capabilities, delivering services on a non-discretionary basis.

James Bushy is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at NYLIFE Securities LLC and New York Life Insurance Company. He serves as a board member of the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra, a nonprofit organization. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities through a large network of adviser representatives. The firm primarily uses a model-driven investment approach and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and insurance product sales through affiliated entities.

Vince Marino is a CFP® professional with 25 years of experience in the financial industry. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2002. Vince is based in Wheaton, IL, and 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 performance reporting. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with broker-dealer and investment adviser registrations, delivering these services alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Richard Callaghan is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Magdalena Marinescu is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has worked at Fidelity Investments since 2022 and previously held roles at Verizon and AT&T. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and charitable funds. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, and it incorporates advanced methodologies such as AI in its investment process.

Katherine Mangiardi is a financial advisor at Fisher Investments with 19 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services, Transamerica Financial Advisors, and Wfg. Outside of her advisory role, she is the CEO and owner of Fierce Females LLC, a personal podcasting venture focused on interviewing women entrepreneurs. Fisher Investments serves a diverse global clientele, including institutional and high-net-worth clients, offering discretionary portfolio management across various asset classes. The firm employs a centralized investment process combining quantitative and qualitative research to build globally diversified portfolios and provides a range of services, including sub-advisory and retirement plan management.

Ginevra Basso Laha is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 19 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Cetera Wealth Services, Summit Financial Group, and Delco Financial Group. Outside of her advisory work, she volunteers as a Sunday school teacher at St. John's Church in Naperville, Illinois. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers.

Paul Muehlnickel is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Frankfort, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2019 and previously held roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team, with an emphasis on assets held in Ameriprise-managed accounts and use of algorithmic automation in its planning process.

James Czerniak is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 29 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Osaic in 2023, he worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley from 2017 to 2023, and at LPL Financial from 2007 to 2017. He is also the Chief Investment Officer of Ambassador Wealth Management, where he is involved in portfolio review, new business development, and client servicing. Osaic Wealth Inc. serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to third‑party money managers. The firm employs asset‑allocation tools, risk‑tolerance questionnaires, and automated rebalancing to construct diversified portfolios across various asset classes, managing accounts on both discretionary and non‑discretionary bases.

Marc Rutkowski is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services for 19 years before joining OSAIC in 2024. Rutkowski operates under the DBA The Lineage Group. OSAIC serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients, offering brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to multiple advisory platforms. The firm employs asset-allocation tools, risk-tolerance assessments, and automated rebalancing to construct portfolios that include a broad selection of investment vehicles tailored to client needs.

Joseph Nelson is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2015 and has been affiliated with Eastern Michigan University since 2010. 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 recommendations.

Scott Zagurski is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been associated with Wells Fargo entities since 2009. Zagurski is also involved in investment-related activities through ownership in Great Lakes Asset Management LLC and Scott Zagurski LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and utilizes proprietary research and tools to develop tailored client recommendations.

Anthony Markett is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at UBS Financial Services. Outside of finance, he is involved in personal training through a small private business called Spine Science. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and charities. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and portfolio management services tailored to clients’ risk profiles, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Ayesha Sarvana is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Oak Brook, IL, holding a Series 66 designation with 21 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she operates as an independent contractor in investment-related activities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering comprehensive financial planning and advisory programs supported by structured planning tools and broad investment resources.

Thomas Trost is a CFP® professional with 16 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2019. His prior work includes roles at Cuna Brokerage Services, Inc., Cuna Mutual Group, DFG Wealth Management, LLC, and Trustmont Advisory Group, Inc. Trost also holds insurance agent roles with firms such as National Life Group and LTCi Partners. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with advice and account management delivered primarily by investment adviser representatives.

Dennis Castillo is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with seven years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of Castillo Real Estate LLC, which manages a residential rental property. 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 brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Jake White is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he currently partners with clients to develop financial plans and investment strategies. He aims to assist clients in pursuing their financial goals by leveraging his experiences to provide support for better financial outcomes. Jake has held various roles at Fidelity Investments, including Investment Consultant, Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative, spanning from 2021 to the present. Prior to his time at Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual from 2020 to 2021. Outside of his professional work, Jake has interests in comedy, fitness, football, reading, and soccer.

Giuseppe Anemone is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC and JP Morgan. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage diversified model portfolios.