Paul Gennuso is a financial advisor with OSAIC who holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at Woodbury Financial Services for 17 years and has been associated with Gennuso Financial Group since 1998. In addition to his advisory role, he is an attorney specializing in estate planning and is involved in the sale of non-variable insurance products through his independent business activities. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm uses a range of asset-allocation tools and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, with access to various third-party money managers and alternative investment options.

Kristy Sullivan is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Naperville, IL, bringing 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2008. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as Treasurer and Board Member for the Career Networking Center, a nonprofit organization. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipalities. The firm offers financial planning and consulting with a range of portfolio management options supported by extensive research and municipal advisory services.

Li Su Tan is a financial advisor at Cetera with 27 years of industry experience. She has worked with Cetera Investment Advisers and Cetera Financial Specialists since 2003 and is also the owner of Lisu L. Tan and Co., Ltd., a tax services firm she has operated since 1989. In addition to her financial work, she serves as president of the Pure Land Center and Buddhist Library in Naperville, IL. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers.

Matthew Personette is a financial advisor with Edelman Financial Engines, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. since 2016 and previously at Tmfs Advisors, LLC. Edelman Financial Engines provides technology-enabled investment advisory services focused on workplace retirement accounts, IRAs, taxable accounts, and institutional clients. The firm manages model-based and customized portfolios, offers sub-advisory services, and supports a large participant base through both advisor-led and online platforms.

Samuel Williams is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Joliet, IL, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Deerpath Capital, Wintrust Financial, and BMO Harris. He is a limited partner in several private debt funds. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and maintains a large retail advisor and branch network.

Thomas Dowling is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Oak Brook, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He has been with LPL Financial since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is a notary public providing services for LPL documents. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, employing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

Mark Baleskie is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Naperville, IL, holding a Series 66 designation with 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2016. 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 strategies. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Sheila Baker is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with 20 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including OSAIC, SagePoint Financial, Neaco Advisory, FSC Securities, and Neader Insurance. Outside of her advisory role, she is a substitute teacher in Illinois. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a broad network of investment adviser representatives. The firm provides financial planning, advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside model portfolios and research.

Kevin Allingham is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and one year of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Ameriprise and Crystal Dynamics. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Catherine Vivado is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with one year of industry experience. She previously worked at the University of Illinois Chicago for six years and at RW Rodgers Co. for one year. Vivado holds the Series 66 designation. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor financial plans.

Kam Mata is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Oak Brook, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2014. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a wide range of advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools.

Charles Vietzen is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, and First Command Advisory Services. He is also involved in the sale of Medicare insurance as an agent for American Republic. LPL Enterprise serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and institutional clients through advisory and brokerage channels. The firm offers financial planning, third-party asset management, and access to a variety of brokerage and insurance products supported by LPL’s integrated platform.

Thomas Udzielak is Vice President and Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, where he has been employed since 2008. In his current role, he works closely with affluent families to help them pursue meaningful goals through relationship-based financial planning. He has over fifteen years of overall experience at Fidelity, having served in several positions including Financial Consultant, Investments Representative, and Financial Representative. Throughout his career at Fidelity, Thomas has developed expertise in wealth planning and financial consulting. He focuses on clear communication and simplifying complex concepts to provide personalized guidance to his clients. Outside of his professional work, Thomas enjoys family activities, spending time with pets, running, skiing, soccer, and traveling.

Troy De Filippis is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2018 and is also the owner of an e-commerce business specializing in discount auto parts and accessories. Additionally, he co-owns a real estate limited partnership and provides tax preparation services through his financial group. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a large SEC-registered advisory firm serving a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management programs and access to multiple third-party and affiliated money managers within a multi-manager platform.

Marko Govedarica is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked with Morgan Stanley and its Private Bank since 2013. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning processes supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Francis Popernik is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Benefit Plan Administrators of Eau Claire and R. Popernik Co, Inc, along with various positions during his time at St. Norbert College and other organizations. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, charities, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs, operating primarily through LPL-sponsored solutions and multiple endorsed TAMPs.

Carrie Denham is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 11 years of industry experience. She is currently with Morgan Stanley and previously worked at Mesirow and Bank of America/Merrill Lynch. Outside of her advisory role, she is the sole proprietor of Triple Dog Properties LLC, a rental property business. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and financial planning services based on structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools.

Marion Charicki is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Oak Brook, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 20 years of industry experience. Marion has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2022 and previously held positions at Fifth Third Securities, Fifth Third Bank, Cetera, and MB Financial Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and planning tools, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Matthew Deboer is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 10 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC and Calamos Financial Services LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as treasurer for the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, assisting in budget preparation. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services, utilizing proprietary research and tools to develop tailored recommendations delivered through meetings and written summaries.

Christopher Castaneda is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Naperville, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Edward Fox Photography for one year before joining Charles Schwab and Charles Schwab Bank in 2015. Outside of his advisory role, Castaneda serves as the treasurer for the Mill Creek Elementary Parent Teacher Organization. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base primarily consisting of 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 investment guidance and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by centralized operational and supervisory structures.