Alejandro Munoz is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has held roles at both J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as well as previous experience at Bank of America and Merrill. J.P. Morgan Securities 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.

Jack Petras is a CFP® with five years of industry experience currently advising at Wells Fargo Clearing. His prior work includes roles at Golden Trail Advisers LLC and Yeske Buie, Inc., as well as experience at the University of Illinois. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets through more than 14,000 advisors and utilizes research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute along with diversification and modern portfolio theory in its investment approach.

Alexander Lenz is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Elgin, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2015. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to support its recommendations.

Michael Davern is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Lake Zurich, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 38 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2018, he worked for Cetera Advisor Networks LLC and has been involved with Exemplar Tax & Accounting since 2013. 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 provides a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by in-house and third-party research.

Mayumi Flesner is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience. She has worked at Edward Jones since 2018 and previously held a position at MUFG Bank Ltd. from 2017 to 2018. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and affiliated investment options. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

John Bittenbinder is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience, currently with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2018. His prior experience includes roles at LPL Financial and the founding of Alchemy Financial Group, where he serves as president. He also holds independent insurance agency roles. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts, providing financial planning, investment management, retirement plan advisory, and financial-wellness services through a large network of independent Financial Professionals. The firm offers a range of investment approaches across multiple platforms, including proprietary and third-party model strategies, with both discretionary and non-discretionary options.

Terrence Maryniw is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 39 years of industry experience and has operated Maryniw Financial since 1985. He is also a partner in Monetary Solutions, LLC, a non-investment-related business. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory through independent Financial Professionals using a variety of portfolio management strategies and platform arrangements.

Jennifer Shulman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Schaumburg, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 18 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at AXA Advisors, Baxter Credit Union, and First Merit Bank. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Paul Adams is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Lake Forest, IL, holding CFP® and Series 66 credentials and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he is a member of the Kiwanis Club of Lake Bluff/Lake Forest. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients, including individual, institutional, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, operating under a fiduciary standard and managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets.

Mark Hornok is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Barrington, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2001. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Andrea Jones is a financial advisor at Stifel with 22 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Merrill Lynch from 2008 to 2022 before joining Stifel Nicolaus & Co. Inc. in 2022. Andrea is also a commissioned notary with the American Association of Notaries. Stifel serves a broad range of clients including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering both brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm utilizes proprietary investment methodologies and provides fee-based financial planning and model allocations intended to support client decision-making.

Joseph La Vanne is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He has held roles at James Hamlin Financial Services, LLC dba Traverse, and JHFS Management Corporation, where he is involved in the active management of financial services entities. La Vanne has a background that includes engineering experience prior to entering the financial sector. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary account structures.

Daniel Fernandez is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he works closely with clients to develop personalized financial plans and investment strategies that align with their individual goals and preferences. He emphasizes consistent communication and responsiveness in his approach to building trust and supporting clients' evolving financial needs. Daniel has held several roles in the financial services industry, including Investments Consultant at Fidelity Investments, Wealth Management Banker and Assistant Vice President at U.S. Bank Wealth Management, as well as Branch Manager positions at U.S. Bank and BMO. His experience spans wealth management, investment consulting, and branch leadership. Outside of his professional work, Daniel has interests in fitness, football, movies, and puzzles.

George Cook is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 45 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools in its financial planning process.

Kenneth Wong is a financial advisor with OSAIC based in Park Ridge, IL, holding Series 65 and Series 63 credentials and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining OSAIC, he worked at Securities America Advisors and Thrivent Financial. Outside of his advisory role, he is a principal at All Done Events LLC, providing event planning and production services, and serves as a board member of the Vassar Club of Chicago, organizing networking and career events for local alumnae/i. OSAIC serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisors, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers. The firm employs asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to construct diversified portfolios and supports multiple advisory platforms and legacy account transitions.

Ismat Khimani is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Vice President with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Deer Park, Illinois. She holds several professional designations, including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC). Ismat earned her Bachelor's degree from Benedictine University and completed accredited certificate programs at Georgetown University and Dartmouth University. With over two decades of experience in wealth management, Ismat specializes in serving professionals, business owners, attorneys, executives, affluent, and multi-generational families. Her expertise encompasses portfolio management, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, executive compensation, and philanthropic planning. She integrates Merrill Lynch's investment insights with Bank of America's trust and estate planning services to provide comprehensive financial strategies tailored to her clients' needs. Beyond her professional work, Ismat is involved in community initiatives such as The Aga Khan Foundation, which focuses on improving quality of life and promoting self-reliance in disadvantaged communities. Her approach centers on empowering clients with personalized financial strategies designed to establish a foundation for long-term prosperity.

Jamie Lemkau is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Lemkau holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and is based in Barrington, Illinois. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by structured discovery and modeling tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Jovhany Michaud is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Des Plaines, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Primerica Advisors, he worked at Primerica Financial Services and PFS Investment Inc. Michaud also works as a driver for Uber Technologies, a non-investment related activity. Primerica Advisors sponsors a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and charitable clients. The firm utilizes model-delivery strategies created by unaffiliated asset managers and offers various investment models supported by custodial and trade execution services from Pershing and BNY Mellon Advisors.

Richard Petras is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has worked with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. He serves as a trustee for two family trusts in Illinois. 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 IPS-driven advisory approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Wayne Pover is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds CFP® and Series 66 credentials and has 28 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Cetera Advisor Networks, Criterion Wealth Advisors, and Cetera Wealth Services. He is a founding board member of the Heart and Soul Foundation, a nonprofit organization. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a wide range of advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management and incorporating research from various sources.