Peter McCarthy is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing Services, Brentview Investment Management, Credit Suisse Securities, and Morgan Stanley. He is also a part-owner in a family estate planning investment entity. 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. The firm serves individual, high-net-worth, pension, corporate, and charitable clients using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

William Triantafel is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 39 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with NEX3 Communications, LLC, a private cable operator. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both 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 uses structured planning tools, supported by research from its Global Investment Committee.

Gary London is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Northfield, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2002. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services tailored to individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing detailed recommendation reports focused on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis with a centralized consulting team to deliver these services, primarily to clients with Ameriprise-managed assets.

Robert Castanares is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has 26 years of industry experience, including prior roles at J.P. Morgan Securities and Chase Investment Services Corp. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in a tax preparation and accounting service through Hagen Tax Advisory. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and asset management solutions, combining technology tools with diverse investment strategies implemented by a large network of advisors.

Michelle Place is a Wealth Management Advisor and principal of The Place Wealth Management Group, based in Northbrook, Illinois. She has been working in the investment industry since 2007, beginning her career in asset management at Morgan Stanley Asset Management. She joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management as a Financial Advisor in 2010 and currently focuses on servicing and managing high net worth individuals and families. Michelle's expertise covers a range of areas including executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, women and wealth, individual and corporate investment strategy, and tax minimization. She holds several professional designations including Certified Private Wealth Advisor®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™, and Personal Investment Advisor. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree from the School of Business and completed an Accredited Certificate Program at the University of Chicago. Outside of her professional work, Michelle enjoys dancing, ice skating, pickleball, yoga, and spending time with her family.

Maryann Mousheh is a financial advisor at Fidelity with one year of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked in dental practice administration and education before joining Fidelity. 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 also offers discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery, with roles including oversight of affiliated and unaffiliated sub-advisers.

Christopher Fasano is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 22 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 credential and previously spent 21 years at Lincoln Financial Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he is an insurance agent offering various types of coverage including accident and health, disability, long-term care, and life insurance. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, charities, and corporations. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services with an investment approach focused on model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and multiple program options including Unified Managed Accounts and third-party money manager strategies.

Vito Partipilo is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 27 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at BMO Harris Financial Advisors, Vision Asset Management Inc, and LaSalle Financial Services, Inc. He is also employed outside the financial industry with Merieux NutriScience. 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 and access to third-party asset management, and supports its network of over 22,800 advisors with research, operational tools, and institutional platforms.

Mary Webb is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Oak Brook, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013, including 11 years at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm‑approved tools and modeling techniques.

Carl Viard is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Barrington, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analysis. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services through a range of programs including estate planning and corporate financial planning agreements.

Matthew Magnesen is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Oak Brook, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individuals and institutions, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process includes structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools, with an emphasis on advisory services rather than individual security recommendations.

Matthew Ibrahim is a Financial Advisor specializing in wealth management strategies, currently affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals, families, corporate executives, and business owners to navigate critical financial decisions and pursue long-term goals such as building wealth, preparing for retirement, and creating a legacy. His areas of expertise include corporate executive services, divorce transition planning, education planning, employee benefits planning, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, and tax minimization. Matthew holds professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Illinois System. Outside of his professional role, Matthew speaks both English and Arabic and is involved in community service through organizations such as Feed My Starving Children. His personal interests include basketball, billiards, boxing, fishing, golfing, music, soccer, spending time with family, traveling, and watching movies.

Steven Andrews is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Glenview, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 34 years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities in 2012, he worked at Chase Investment Services Corp. for seven years and Banc One Securities Corporation for four years. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients, offering written asset allocation advice, investment manager and fund searches, and customized performance reporting through a non-discretionary program. Their advisory process combines quantitative and qualitative research with forward-looking capital market assumptions and includes capabilities across derivatives and commodities.

Nico Paoletti is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. His prior roles include positions at B-Rogue Built, TCC Wireless, and Best Buy. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to plan sponsors, corporations, endowments, and other institutional clients through a selective Wealth Advisor program focused on asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting. The firm combines quantitative and qualitative research in its advisory process and incorporates broader derivatives and commodities capabilities.

Nora Hernandez is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with six years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked at Axa Advisors, LLC. Outside of financial advising, she managed a home daycare business for nearly two decades and participates in a networking group called Elite Connection Circle. Equitable Advisors serves a broad client base ranging from individuals to institutional clients, offering financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs. The firm delivers services through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives and utilizes a mix of proprietary and third-party advisory solutions.

Wendy Baum is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 17 years of industry experience, currently with Equitable Advisors since 2008. She co-founded and manages Infinity Strategic Partners, LLC and serves on the Board of Directors at First Bank Chicago. Additionally, she is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, providing specialized financial planning services related to divorce. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement consulting, and asset management through various advisory programs and third-party asset managers.

Noah Bahnsen is a financial advisor at Fidelity with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He has held roles at several firms including Ausdal Financial Partners and Clarity Group Midwest. Outside of finance, he has experience working in education and community settings, including at multiple schools and a country club. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that combines fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also manages model portfolios and serves as an advisor to multiple registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Ryan Fike is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Equitable Advisors since 2012, previously working at Axa Advisors. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset management programs through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives, utilizing both proprietary and third-party solutions.

Patricia Trombetta is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 27 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2019, following a three-year tenure at UBS Financial Services Inc. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a variety of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and uses structured planning tools and modeling techniques as part of its financial planning process.

Everett Thomas is the Vice President and Executive Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving since 2021. In this role, he collaborates with leaders on strategies for their lifetime goals through benefits optimization, compensation, and wealth planning. Prior to his current position, he held various roles at Fidelity Investments, including Vice President, Wealth Planner (2018-2021), Financial Consultant (2015-2018), Investment Consultant (2014-2015), Financial Representative (2013-2014), and Trader for the Private Client Group (2010-2013). Everett holds a California Insurance License, which supports his professional practice in financial and wealth planning. Outside of his professional work, he engages in personal interests such as baseball, family activities, fitness, golf, and tennis.