Jess Carr is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB since 2019, alongside his role at Charles Schwab starting in 2017. Prior to this, he had a brief tenure at Northern Trust and was involved with Insomnia Cookies for three years. Outside of his advisory work, he is a capital contributor to CarrBros LLC, a real estate-related venture. Charles Schwab serves a large client base, 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 combination of non-discretionary advisory services with access to discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Jerry Dipert is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Lisle, Illinois, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. He has 40 years of industry experience, including roles at METLIFE Securities Inc and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company. In addition to his advisory work, he is also an insurance agent. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides ongoing financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, utilizing firm-approved software and collaborative annual planning processes.

Justin Lamonica is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Lisle, Illinois, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 32 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Princor Financial Services Corporation, Principal Life Insurance Company, Guardian Life, and MSI Financial Services, Inc. He also operates LaMonica Financial Group, LLC, which provides life, disability, health, and long-term care insurance services. 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 financial planning and investment solutions, including model portfolios and third-party asset management, supported by extensive technology tools and a broad non-advisory financial services platform.

Thomas Crosby is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 14 years of industry experience. He has held positions at Edward Jones since 2017 and previously worked at Goldman Sachs & Co from 2015 to 2017. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of advisory strategies and affiliated investment products through a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Brian Serio is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Northwestern Mutual for nine years. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars using firm-approved analytical tools and offers specialized planning services including divorce and estate-settlement planning.

Jeff Slattery is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Wheaton, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and previously worked at Chase Investment Services Corp. and Banc One Securities Corporation. Outside of finance, he operated DreamLander Eco-Adventure Tours for five years. 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 program. Their advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research with a focus on eligible strategies and ESG considerations.

Sara Brown is a financial advisor with Fidelity in Naperville, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 20 years of industry experience. She has worked at Fidelity Investments and its affiliates since 2015, with prior roles at TD Ameritrade and Harrisdirect. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and model portfolio delivery. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction, with notable activities including commodity pool operator registration and advisory roles for multiple registered investment companies.

Aira Lodygowski is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Saint Charles, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and seven years of industry experience. She has worked with BMO Harris since 2011, including roles at BMO HARRIS BANK from 2011 to 2018, and joined LPL Financial in 2018. 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 delivered through a large network of investment adviser representatives using a variety of strategic and customized investment approaches.

Valerie Sitarz is a financial advisor at Fidelity with three years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Charles Schwab Bank and Charles Schwab. Outside of finance, she has experience with tutoring and autism therapy services. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm offers services including discretionary portfolio management and fund advisory, and it employs systematic methodologies and oversight controls while also serving as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies.

Michael Ulaszek is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Geneva, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2015. 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 and offers a range of advisory and investment solutions supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Aaron Feinblatt is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Naperville, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2001. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing several business entities related to the operations of his financial advisory practice. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides detailed retirement planning advice focused on income stability and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies.

Eugenia Taylor is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. She has worked with Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC, and has been self-employed through Acco-Pro since 2002. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and charitable entities. The firm utilizes model-driven investment strategies and offers financial planning, third-party asset manager access, and insurance product facilitation through affiliated entities.

Bruce Cox is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Naperville, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Primerica Advisors since 1987 and Primerica Financial Services since 1991. Outside of advising, he is involved in the sale of loan products and home-related services through affiliated Primerica companies. Primerica Advisors provides discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and a limited number of separately managed account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap-fee structure, with portfolio implementation delegated to BNY Mellon Advisors.

Adisa Hadzic is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 11 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015 and also has experience at JPMORGAN Chase Bank, N.A. since 2014. 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 written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting, with clients maintaining final decision-making authority.

Jasmine Flores is a financial advisor at Fidelity with six years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. She has worked at several firms including Bank of America and Merrill prior to joining Fidelity. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and systematic methodologies to construct model portfolios from a broad universe of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Stefan Borso is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 12 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Charles Schwab Bank and Charles Schwab for nine years. Borso is also involved with GreenState Wealth Management. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management solutions, using a variety of investment strategies supported by research and technology.

Gerald Rienton is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he focuses on understanding clients' financial goals and creating tailored financial plans. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2019, holding various roles including Investment Consultant, Planning Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, Gerald worked as a Personal Banker at JPMorgan Chase Bank and U.S. Bank. Throughout his career, Gerald has developed expertise in financial planning and client relationship management. He emphasizes building relationships based on trust, reliability, and curiosity, utilizing Fidelity's tools and resources to support clients and their families in achieving their financial objectives.

Vicky Campbell is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Naperville, IL, holding CFP® and Series 63 designations and bringing 42 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2008. Outside of advising, she owns and operates Resurrection Ranch, a facility that offers horse boarding and riding lessons. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser supporting a broad client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm provides financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting through various programs and draws on diverse portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Martin Friel II is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Geneva, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and over 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2004. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as president of the Tri-Cities Soccer Association and has been a youth soccer referee for multiple local leagues. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary recommendations, supported by a centralized consulting team.

Stephen Potts Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at LPL Financial since 2015, with previous roles at Opus Wealth Management Group and MSI Financial Services, Inc. Potts is involved in tax preparation and accounting through ownership of HighPoint Tax Services, LLC. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced research and operational tools.