Kristi Braun is a financial advisor at Merrill with 31 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with Merrill since 1997 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she is associated with Abbey Villa Unit in Fontana, Wisconsin. Merrill, along 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Josip Soldo is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Northbrook, IL, bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2002 and has also worked at Bank of America since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in managing several family-owned rental property LLCs. Merrill, along 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 both model-based and discretionary investment strategies and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Brie Edmunds is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In her role, she focuses on helping individuals and families achieve their financial goals through thoughtful guidance, personalized strategies, and a long-term approach to financial well-being. She holds professional designations including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Brie has completed her bachelor's degree at Illinois State University. Her expertise lies in providing tailored wealth management solutions to clients, drawing on her specialized certifications and commitment to client-focused advice.

Adam Selman is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and a decade of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan entities continuously since 2014. 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 written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process integrates quantitative and qualitative research and may incorporate an ESG eligibility framework.

Kurt Reif III is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 22 years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. Prior to joining OSAIC in 2025, he worked at Lincoln Financial Securities and has been involved with REI Financial, LLC and Kensington Financial Services for several years. He also owns and operates insurance agencies where he offers a range of insurance products including health, disability, and life insurance. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm utilizes a model-based investment process supported by advanced portfolio optimization tools and offers both brokerage and advisory services across multiple financial programs.

Miguel Hernandez is a CFP® with 22 years of experience in the financial industry, currently serving at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012. He is also president of The Chumness Legacy Recycle Program, a nonprofit focused on bike repair and distribution. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, and endowments with a focus on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm’s advisory process incorporates systematic quantitative and qualitative research and includes derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Jamal Nia is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Wilmette, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and having 10 years of industry experience. He has worked with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities since 2016. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a non-discretionary program focusing on written asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative screens and qualitative research to build model asset allocations and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Russell Warye is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 29 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at HUB International Investment Services, Global Retirement Partners LLC, and Highpoint Advisor Group, LLC. 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.

Daniel Fiarito is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. since 1998. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Christopher Valentine is a CFP® professional with 26 years of industry experience, all of which have been with Edward Jones since 2000. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and is based in Park Ridge, IL. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies under a fiduciary standard.

Steven Greene serves as a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on delivering personalized wealth management strategies that help clients pursue their financial goals through careful planning and prudent investing. His areas of expertise include corporate benefits, executive compensation, equity compensation services, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. Mr. Greene holds a Bachelor's degree from Amherst College, a Master's degree from Yale University, and an additional Master's degree from Indiana University Kelley School of Business. He maintains the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and is experienced in wealth management, estate planning services, trust advice, and investment portfolio strategies. Active in his community, Steven holds leadership roles such as President of the Northbrook Symphony Orchestra and board member of the Ravinia Festival Associates and Northbrook Symphony Orchestra. His personal interests include music, reading, and spending time with his family.

Tray Moses is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has held roles at several firms including Thrivent Investment Management and Avantax Insurance Agency, and is currently affiliated with multiple wealth management entities under the Wehring and DB Wehring brands. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party investment options.

Deborah Gabriel is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Palatine, IL, holding the ChFC® and Series 66 designations with 11 years of industry experience, all at Edward Jones. She serves as the board vice president of the Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce. Edward Jones is a full-service 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 more than 23,000 financial advisors.

William Bernacki is a financial advisor at Fidelity with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and seven years of industry experience. His previous roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Securities and Thrivent Investment Management Inc. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to both retail and institutional clients, utilizing a process that combines proprietary fundamental research with quantitative and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm serves a variety of client types and offers services including discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and the delivery of model portfolios.

Luigi Auriemma is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Schaumburg, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Securities, Fidelity Investments, U.S. Bancorp Investments, LPL Financial, and TIAA-CREF. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering a range of advisory, brokerage, custody, and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and incorporates multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options.

Thomas Manzardo is a CFP® and ChFC® with 34 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been with Ameriprise since 2005, currently based in Schaumburg, Illinois. Outside of his advisory role, Manzardo is a co-owner of Buckhorn Grill & Bar in Wisconsin and serves as a trustee on the board of the Schaumburg Township Elementary School Foundation. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning through a centralized team that provides written recommendations and ongoing advice, utilizing proprietary research and third-party data.

John Birkhauser is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 47 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Merrill for over four decades and Bank of America for 12 years before joining RBC in 2021. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs with tailored investment strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers, supported by RBC’s capital-markets capabilities.

Ketcher Fenton is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. His previous work includes roles outside finance, such as at Chapel Hill Golf Course and various retail positions. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a broad client base, including retail and institutional investors. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios, serving through multi-manager and fund-of-fund structures.

Stuart Cutler is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. He has 38 years of industry experience, including tenures at Cantella & Co., Inc. and Commonwealth Financial Network. He serves as a board member for the Winnetka Mews Condominium Association. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan advisory, and wrap-fee programs to individual and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations. The firm manages a multi-billion dollar asset base and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary management through multiple platforms and proprietary model strategies.

Richard Pecard is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 33 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that incorporates firm-approved tools and market outcome modeling.