Jennifer Shifrin is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Deerfield, IL, bringing 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2011. Outside of advising, she serves in fiduciary roles such as executor and trustee for estates. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm offers advisory programs to individuals and institutions with a focus on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools.

Bertrand Gaudin is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2013, also working with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2012. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary advisory program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s process combines quantitative and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework.

Ignat Ignatov is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and several other financial institutions. Outside of his advisory role, he is a signer on the business checking account for a family-owned trucking company. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process incorporates centralized due diligence and a range of eligible strategies, including those with an ESG framework.

Jared Gelb is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and leads The Gelb Retirement & Advisory Team (GRAT), a multigenerational team that combines Wall Street expertise with Main Street values. He focuses on delivering retirement planning, fiduciary consulting, and portfolio design strategies tailored to individual needs. Jared is committed to simplifying the complexities of investing and wealth planning to empower clients to achieve their financial goals. With expertise in areas such as corporate benefits, education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, institutional and corporate benefit services, personal retirement planning, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income, Jared provides comprehensive financial advice. He holds several professional designations, including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Jared earned his Bachelor's Degree from Indiana University and is fluent in English and Spanish. Raised in Northbrook, Illinois, he now resides in downtown Chicago with his golden setter and girlfriend. Jared values a strong sense of community and actively engages with his neighbors. Outside of his professional work, his interests include basketball, cooking, football, golfing, music, reading, and spending time with his family.

Camden Krautsack is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with one year of industry experience. He previously worked at Northwestern Mutual and EMC Capital Advisors LLC. Outside of finance, he was involved with Little Joey's Pizza & Pasta for four years. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services tailored to clients' individual risk profiles.

Sara Hagen is a financial advisor at Merrill with 28 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Bank of America, NA since 2009 and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith since 2006. Merrill, together 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, and institutions, utilizing internal and third-party portfolio management teams.

Arthur Siegel is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and over 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and its affiliate Cetera Financial Specialists LLC since 2011 and has operated Arthur E. Siegel Financial Services Ltd since 2000, focusing on health insurance and annuity products alongside his advisory role. 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 provides a multi-manager platform with varied portfolio management services, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies supported by a large network of advisors.

Robert Barcenas is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and Citibank N.A., including Citigroup Global Markets. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting within a non-discretionary framework.

Luis Teran Rivero is a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and five years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Calamos Wealth Management LLC, Mainstreet Investment Advisors, BMO Direct Invest, and Morgan Stanley. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc. serves individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations, by providing financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs. The firm operates through thousands of financial professionals and offers various management platforms, proprietary model strategies, and access to third-party advisers.

Jared Pincoski is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Equitable Advisors and its predecessor, Axa Advisors, since 2013. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and various asset-management programs, utilizing both proprietary and third-party investment solutions.

Bryant Taylor is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. His prior roles include positions at Private Advisor Group, LLC, Mass Mutual Investors Services, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, and Metife Securities Inc. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Eric Renouf is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with Series 66 registration and one year of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo NA from 2014 to 2023. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Ryan Ben is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Evanston, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company, Investment Services LLC, and Life Insurance Company. Outside of financial services, he has been involved with Second City Works since 2018. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement income planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. Their approach integrates internal research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools within a structured investment framework.

Kenneth Velu is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he works closely with clients to develop tailored financial strategies that align with their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. His role involves serving as a resource for a range of financial needs, including investing, retirement planning, and unexpected savings, while also facilitating access to specialists in banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. With expertise as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Kenneth collaborates one-on-one with clients to define their objectives and craft portfolio strategies aimed at achieving them. He provides ongoing advice and adjusts financial plans as clients' situations evolve. Kenneth holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa.

Paul Lucchesi is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 33 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His prior experience includes roles at Great Pacific Securities, Nylife Securities LLC, and New York Life Insurance Company. He works within Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company that offers investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage diverse portfolios, including advisory and fund-of-funds structures.

George Dan is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management since 2023. Outside of his advisory role, he teaches a course titled "The Psychology of Finance" through the University of Chicago Professional Education program and serves as CEO of User Nudge, a company focused on applying behavioral science to improve online user experiences. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers goal-based planning across various financial topics, allowing clients to integrate planning with managed-account services while maintaining separation between the two.

Zachary Perez is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with eight years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Merrill Lynch and Fidelity prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Perez is also involved with XGG Collectibles, an entrepreneurial venture. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm’s advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research to deliver customized asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and performance reporting.

Elizabeth Edwards is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience. She has held her current position since 2011. Edwards holds a Series 66 designation and is based in Northbrook, IL. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Nathan Cassel is a financial advisor with Merrill who holds the Series 66 designation and has eight years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America, N.A. since 2017 and DVSport from 2015 to 2017. Merrill, together 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Bridget Houser is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Platania Financial, HyperAMS, and Maestro Health. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives. The firm serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions with a range of financial planning and investment management solutions.