Mary McGovern is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Oak Brook, IL, holding a Series 66 designation with 13 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2014, including her current role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a broad range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Pierre Pajak is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He serves as the President of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) board as of 2023. Equitable Advisors serves individual, high-net-worth, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs. The firm operates as both an SEC-registered investment adviser and a broker-dealer, utilizing LPL-sponsored programs and endorsed third-party managers to deliver advisory and brokerage solutions.

Michael Dorsey is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2015. In his role, he assists clients in making informed decisions about their financial futures by understanding their individual goals, values, and priorities. Michael emphasizes building long-term relationships founded on trust and transparency. Michael's career in financial advising includes positions at Fidelity Investments, where he progressed through various roles from Investor Center Account Executive to Senior Account Executive before his current position. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Advisor at Chase Investment Services and New England Financial. He resides in Naperville with his wife and two sons. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Michael enjoys entertaining friends and spending time on the Riverwalk with his family.

Demetrios Triantafel is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2021, with intermittent periods outside the industry. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including financial planning and estate planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and emphasizes a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Ernest Santeralli is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a broad range of investment options including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Jeffrey Bishop is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Principal Securities, Prudential Insurance Company of America, and Principal Life Insurance Company. He is also the owner of Bishop Financial Solutions, a non-variable insurance business. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, advisory services, and access to various investment and insurance products through an integrated platform.

Isabel Mitria is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Oakbrook Terrace, IL, holding a Series 66 credential and bringing eight years of industry experience. She has been with UBS Financial Services since 2016. 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 provides fee-based financial planning, portfolio management, and access to proprietary research to tailor investment plans to clients’ goals and risk tolerances.

Madelen Betbadal is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 25 years of industry experience. She has worked with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 1996 and has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. 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 alongside affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Mark Behrens is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Oswego, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 21 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as trustee for two family testamentary trusts. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and corporations, offering a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by in-house and third-party research.

Grzegorz Szymczak is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Hinsdale, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 11 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at BMO Bank NA, Fifth Third Securities, Fifth Third Bank, BMO Harris Bank, and PNC Investments. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations nationwide. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Barbara Watts is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 20 years of industry experience, currently associated with Cetera. She has worked at Cetera Financial Specialists LLC and Cetera since 2006 and has been with Cornerstone Advisers, LLC since 2012, where she serves as Director of Client Services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that supports a large network of independent advisors, serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a variety of portfolio management and consulting services. The firm offers multiple program structures and investment options, including model portfolios, third-party managers, and bespoke strategies, managing over $256 billion in assets.

Charles Mowery is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth, Inc. with a Series 66 credential and no prior industry experience. His work history includes roles at SAI Financial Services and RMB Capital, among others. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers and offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs various portfolio construction tools and supports multiple advisory platforms, including discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Jason Dobrzynski is a CFP® professional with 27 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with LPL Financial since 2021 and previously held roles at Waddell & Reed, various insurance carriers, and operated small businesses including CMS Office Management, LLC and P-Team Inc. He was also a member of the Rotary Club of Western Springs from 2014 to 2017. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning and advisory services supported by research, multiple investment programs, and technology-driven portfolio management options.

Joel Casper is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 14 years of industry experience. He currently works at Fisher Investments and has held prior roles at WisdomTree Asset Management, Foreside Fund Services, and Morningstar Investment Services. Fisher Investments serves a global mix of institutional and private clients, including pension plans, foundations, investment companies, and high-net-worth individuals, offering discretionary portfolio management across equity, fixed-income, and blended mandates. The firm employs a centralized investment approach with quantitative and qualitative analysis and implements tax-aware strategies alongside defensive tactics to manage risk.

Ryan Malkowski is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Edward Jones in Hinsdale, IL, with 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a network of more than 23,700 advisors and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Mi Yeon Katz is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise and holds a Series 66 designation. She has seven years of industry experience, having previously worked at firms including The Prudential Insurance Company of America, MassMutual Investors Services, and New York Life. Outside of her advisory role, she has been involved with Prak-Sis Ltd. since 2017, which is separate from her investment activities. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers financial planning, consulting, access to model wealth portfolios, and a range of brokerage and insurance products through its integrated advisory and brokerage platform.

Bradley Grcevic is a CFP® professional with 30 years of experience at Edward Jones, where he has worked since 1995. He serves as a board member of the Lemont Police Pension Board, overseeing pension activities and monitoring its investment accounts. Edward Jones is a wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Brian Shriner is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with JPMorgan Chase Bank and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2014. 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 its Wealth Advisors. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm integrates advisory services with brokerage, distribution, and investment management capabilities.

Louis Cassara is a ChFC® with 42 years of industry experience, currently serving at Mass Mutual Investors Services since 2014. He is also chairman and CEO of The Cassara Clinic, a professional development and executive coaching firm focused on coaching and teaching representatives and entrepreneurs. Additionally, he is involved in individual and group life insurance sales through The Financial Resource Network. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides ongoing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, and various organizations, employing firm-approved analytical tools to deliver tailored recommendations.

Peter Krebs is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 credential and approximately one year of experience in the industry. His background includes time at Marquette University and Menards before joining Fidelity. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services, manages multiple registered investment companies, and applies systematic methodologies and oversight controls in its investment approach.