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.

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 with RBC Capital Markets, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Before joining RBC, he worked at UBS Financial Services and has been involved with Marist High School and The University of Chicago. He is also employed with Spine Science, where he provides personal training focused on athletic and fitness goals. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering customized advisory programs and portfolio management through a combination of in-house and third-party 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®-certified financial advisor with 16 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial, where he has worked since 2019. Prior to that, he was employed at Cuna Brokerage Services, Inc. and Cuna Mutual Group from 2016 to 2019. 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 of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting, utilizing model portfolios and research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

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.

Vanessa Gizzi is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She has been serving clients since 2007, specializing in guiding individuals, families, and business owners through tailored financial strategies using the Goals-Based Wealth Management Process along with resources from Bank of America and Merrill. Vanessa focuses on wealth planning and relationship management to assist clients in preparing for their financial futures. She holds a Bachelor's degree from Florida State University and an MBA with a concentration in Finance from the University of Illinois System. Vanessa has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. She is also a member of the Gamma Phi Beta Sorority. Beyond her professional commitments, Vanessa is involved in her community through initiatives such as the Lockport Women's Club Artisan Market at Old Canal Days and the Lockport Women's Club Financial Literacy Initiative. She enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, supporting their interests, and values experiences gained through travel.

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 with Equitable Advisors in Oak Brook, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 33 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999 and was previously affiliated with AXA Advisors, LLC. He serves as president of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) board as of 2023. 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 variety of advisory programs and third-party managers to deliver customized investment 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 prior roles include positions at Principal Securities, The Prudential Insurance Company of America, and Principal Life Insurance Company. He is also the owner of Bishop Financial Solutions, a business focused on non-variable insurance. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, consulting, and access to model portfolios and third-party asset management through an integrated platform that combines advisory services with brokerage and insurance products.

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.