John Tofilon is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2007, including roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, emphasizing tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and structured discovery conversations. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers comprehensive financial planning services directly and through corporate agreements.

Ronald Petrucci is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked with Primerica Advisors and Primerica Financial Services since 1997 and has held roles at multiple firms including RMP & Associates and BMS CAT. In addition to his advisory work, he is involved in sales of loan products and home-related services through Primerica affiliates. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed accounts under a wrap-fee structure. The firm curates third-party asset managers and delegates trading responsibilities, offering various investment models including Strategic, Tactical, Tax-Aware, and Income Distribution approaches.

Joshua Westerfield is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He worked at Edward Jones from 2007 to 2010 before joining LPL Financial in 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an assistant coach for girls flag football at St. Charles North High School. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering a range of advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm supports its network of investment adviser representatives with various portfolio management options and technology tools, managing over $819 billion in discretionary assets.

David Carter is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining Merrill in 2022, he worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JP Morgan Chase Bank from 2011 to 2022. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Anthony Bittman serves as a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he assists individuals, families, and businesses in developing comprehensive strategies to manage their wealth. His approach centers on understanding clients' goals to create tailored financial plans and implement them collaboratively. Anthony leverages Merrill's investment insights alongside Bank of America's banking services to address various aspects of clients’ financial lives. He emphasizes periodic reviews and revisions, building trust-based relationships to deliver attentive service aimed at helping clients pursue their financial objectives. Anthony joined Merrill in 2018 and has expertise in areas including college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income planning. He holds a bachelor's degree in economics from Indiana University Bloomington and carries several professional designations, including Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). In addition to his professional commitments, Anthony is engaged in his community and participates in local organizations such as the Delta Chi Fraternity. He enjoys spending his free time with family and friends, golfing, attending concerts, working on project cars, cooking, and watching movies.

David Lewandowski is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. for 11 years. Lewandowski also owns DDCL Inc., a C-Corporation involved in selling life and health insurance products and fixed annuities. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm provides brokerage and advisory services through multiple programs, emphasizing model-based asset allocation and portfolio optimization supported by various risk management tools.

Christopher Quinn is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 21 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank since 2022, following a 17-year tenure at TD AMERITRADE Inc. He has also been involved with ISD 41 since 2005. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a mix of non-discretionary and discretionary investment management, leveraging multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options within a large integrated client service platform.

Aleksandar Mitrovic serves as a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in wealth management, lending, and real estate, supporting clients in achieving their financial goals through personalized strategies. Aleksandar focuses on areas including corporate executive services, executive compensation, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, socially responsible and ESG investing, as well as sports and entertainment financial planning. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from DePaul University and the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Aleksandar is fluent in Italian, Serbo-Croatian, and English, and brings extensive experience to his advisory role, characterized by proactive communication, creativity, and technological proficiency. Aleksandar is also involved with professional and community organizations, including the National MS Society, the Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund, and the First Tee of Greater Chicago. Outside of his professional commitments, Aleksandar has an interest in basketball, golfing, running, and tennis. His approach centers on developing personalized financial strategies aligned with clients' long-term goals through one-on-one collaboration.

Chris Brunner is the Vice President and Executive Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he focuses on helping clients plan for their lifetime financial goals through benefits review, equity compensation analysis, wealth planning, and guidance. He has held this role since 2022. Chris brings extensive experience in financial consulting and product solutions, having held vice president positions at Northern Trust and Towers Watson Investment Services, as well as senior leadership roles at The Hartford Funds, Affiliated Managers Group, and Convergex Group. He began his career at Fidelity Investments as a Financial Representative, serving from 1993 to 2007. Chris holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, he is interested in family activities, fitness, football, golf, and softball.

Jennifer Klonowski is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley who holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has 11 years of industry experience. She worked at Edward Jones from 2014 to 2022 before joining Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in 2022. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process involves structured discovery and firm-approved tools, with an emphasis on advisory services rather than specific security recommendations.

Kathleen Liggins is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Buffalo Grove, IL, where she has six years of experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2007 in various roles. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as Treasurer for the Barrington Juniors Women’s Club and is a managing member of BK Legacy Holdings LLC, a consumer retail products business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a variety of advisory strategies, including both discretionary and non-discretionary options, and maintains a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Christopher Auer is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing extensive experience in wealth management and financial planning since beginning his career in 1998. He specializes in education planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. Christopher focuses on delivering a comprehensive approach tailored to each client’s individual needs by listening carefully and helping them make informed decisions to achieve their financial goals. He holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Christopher also completed an Accredited Certificate Program at Northern Illinois University. Outside of his professional role, he is involved with the Porsche Club of America and enjoys hiking, music, photography, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Charles Ferris is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Oak Brook, IL, holding a Series 66 license. He joined Morgan Stanley in 2025 and has prior experience across various industries including logistics, security, retail, and event design. Ferris has also held roles related to education and community recreation from 2015 to 2021. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a wide range of advisory programs focused on tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools and investment modeling as part of its advisory process.

Lawrence Sabatini is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Oakbrook Terrace, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Painewebber Incorporated since 1986. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services. The firm uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor plans according to clients' goals and risk tolerances.

Aaron Redmond is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2014, including a period at BofA Securities in 2019. He is based in Oak Brook, IL. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm provides model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Daniel Murphy is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 27 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with Equitable Advisors since 2001, including its predecessor, AXA Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Murphy is a partner at Goal Point Strategies. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and other institutional clients. The firm utilizes a range of advisory programs and third-party asset managers to tailor investment strategies according to client needs and risk profiles.

Lauren Mlady is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She began her career in financial services in 2017 and joined Merrill and The Suri Group in 2019. Lauren holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC) and Chartered Sustainable Responsible and Impact Counselor™ (CSRIC) designations. Lauren focuses on customized wealth management strategies, providing access to Merrill investing and Bank of America banking resources to assist families in pursuing their financial goals. Her areas of expertise include education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, socially responsible and ESG investing, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. She also has experience helping clients manage concentrated stock positions and navigate important transition events such as retirement, inheritance, or the sale of a business. Lauren graduated from Butler University with a degree in finance. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys adventure sports, boating, cooking, hiking, horseback riding, reading, spending time with her family, and traveling. She has also written her own cookbook.

Gabe Grzeskiewicz is a Series 66 credentialed advisor with two years of industry experience, currently serving at Cetera. He has held roles at multiple Avantax entities since 2024 and is a partner at Porte Brown LLC, a CPA firm where he provides tax and accounting consulting and leads the Elgin office. Gabe is also a board member of the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm offering a range of portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm operates a multi-manager platform with over 10,000 advisors and $256 billion in assets under management.

Mark Brucato is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked within various roles at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2018. Outside of finance, he has been involved in hospitality management and event services. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a program focused on written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations, using an ESG eligibility framework and offering broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

John Lancaster III is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He is a partner at Porte Brown LLC, where he provides tax preparation, planning, and consulting services to both individual and corporate clients. Lancaster also serves as the treasurer on the board of the Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce, participating in local business events and chamber activities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a national SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management options, including model portfolios, third-party managers, and customized strategies, overseeing more than $256 billion in assets through over 10,000 advisors.