William Utes is the sole advisor at UTES Wealth Strategies in Antioch, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 56 years of industry experience. He has been managing his own advisory business since 2019 and has worked with Securities America Advisors, Inc. since 2007. In addition to investment advising, he occasionally offers insurance reviews to clients through approved vendors. UTES Wealth Strategies provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning to individuals, families, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and other entities. The firm uses a combination of strategic and tactical asset allocation with selected outside money managers and offers educational newsletters and seminars to clients.

Robert Haggarty III is the sole advisor at RWH Asset Management in Kenosha, WI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at RWH Asset Management since 2013 and has been affiliated with Penvest Securities Inc, Gateway Technical College, Carthage College, and WGTD 91.1 FM for over two decades. Outside of advising, he serves as an expert witness and teaches economics, sociology, psychology, and ethics at local colleges, in addition to working as a sports commentator for radio and TV. RWH Asset Management offers discretionary investment advisory and portfolio management services primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients, tailoring portfolio supervision according to client objectives and risk tolerance. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and fund analysis, utilizing both long- and short-term trading strategies, including margin and option transactions when authorized.

Trevor Johnson is the sole advisor at Dream Weaver Financial Planning LLC, an independent registered investment adviser based in Richmond, Illinois. He holds a Series 65 credential and has two years of industry experience, including five years at Discover Financial Services and five years at I Am! I Can!. Dream Weaver Financial Planning serves individual and high-net-worth clients with discretionary asset management, full financial planning, and consulting engagements. The firm uses fundamental analysis and Modern Portfolio Theory to create customized portfolios and manages accounts on a discretionary basis with quarterly reviews.

David Jordan is a CFP® and ChFC® with 22 years of experience in the financial advisory industry. He has been associated with Independent Wealth Management LLC since 2008. In addition to his advisory work, he is a partner in TOJO Enterprises LLC, which manages the property where his practice is located. Jordan Financial Life Planning provides financial life-planning and investment-advisory services primarily to individual clients, with additional services for trusts, estates, small businesses, and charitable organizations. The firm uses a comprehensive planning process aligned with CFP Board standards and delivers active, individualized discretionary investment management.

Amy Barrett is a CFP® and CFA® with 18 years of experience in financial advising. She has been with Barrett Wealth Connection LLC since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she volunteers as a pro-bono investment manager for Congregation Am Echod and serves on the board of the Illinois and Dressage Combined Training Association. Barrett Wealth Connection LLC provides wealth management, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services to individual clients, including high-net-worth households, as well as pension plans, foundations, and not-for-profit organizations. The firm emphasizes written Investment Policy Statements and a discretionary, buy-and-hold investment approach, and offers educational seminars at no charge as part of its client and participant outreach.

Terry Backmann is a financial advisor at Jordan Financial Life Planning in Kenosha, WI, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license, with 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Jordan Financial Life Planning since 2008 and previously worked at Words That Work from 1997 to 2018. Jordan Financial Life Planning provides financial life-planning and investment-advisory services primarily to individuals, as well as trusts, estates, small businesses, and charitable organizations. The firm uses a comprehensive planning process aligned with CFP Board standards and employs active, individualized discretionary investment strategies with regular portfolio reviews.

Ana Mc Kinley is a financial advisor at Jordan Financial Life Planning with four years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Independent Wealth Management LLC, Park Avenue Securities, Guardian Life Insurance Company, and Thrivent Financial. Outside of advisory work, she operates McKinley Tax Consulting, LLC. Jordan Financial Life Planning serves primarily individual clients along with trusts, estates, small businesses, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial life-planning and investment-advisory services through various engagement models and employs active, individualized discretionary investment strategies with regular portfolio reviews.

Victoria Dorgan is a CFP® and CFA® with 21 years of industry experience. She has been with Barrett Wealth Connection LLC since 2017 and has prior experience working with firms such as Raymond James Financial Services and Keating Financial Advisory Services. Outside of her advisory role, she is active as a professional speaker on general financial education topics and volunteers with organizations including the Women's Literacy Society, the Women's Board of the Ravinia Festival Association, and Rotary Chicago Financial District. Barrett Wealth Connection LLC serves individual clients, including high-net-worth households, as well as pension and profit-sharing plans, foundations, and not-for-profit organizations. The firm offers wealth management, ongoing financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services, with an investment approach centered on discretionary, buy-and-hold strategies guided by fundamental analysis and diversification.

Joshua Da More is a financial advisor with Strive Financial Group, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wellington Wealth Strategies LLC, TrustWealth Strategies, MML Investors Services, Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company, and Assurance Technologies, Inc. He is also licensed as an insurance agent and engages in fixed insurance sales. Strive Financial Group, LLC is a registered investment adviser serving individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as qualified retirement plans, with discretionary asset management, financial planning, and ERISA retirement-plan services. The firm employs both quantitative and qualitative analysis across a range of strategies, including long-term allocations, trading, options, and alternative investments, with regular portfolio monitoring and rebalancing.

Kevin Christensen is a financial advisor with Alongside, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 21 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Thrivent Advisor Network, THRIVENT FINANCIAL for Lutherans, and Thrivent Investment Management. He also engages in life insurance and fixed annuity sales through Ash Brokerage. Alongside, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $878.6 million for over 2,100 clients through a team of 16 advisors. The firm provides financial planning, investment management, retirement-plan consulting, and fractional family office services, employing a diversified, long-term asset allocation strategy supported by proprietary and third-party models.

Leslie Pincombe is a financial advisor at United Advisors America with 23 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with United Advisors America since 2017. Leslie also serves as an insurance agent for Alliance America Corporation, a life and health insurance agency. United Advisors America provides investment management services primarily to individuals near retirement and to pension and profit-sharing plans. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based approach, using customized asset allocations and model portfolios with mutual funds, ETFs, and selected exchange-traded products.

Daniel Sinnen is a financial advisor with Alongside, LLC and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 16 years of industry experience, including roles at Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Outside of his advisory work, he is a co-owner of a building management business that rents space to various tenants. Alongside, LLC provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting to institutional clients, plan sponsors, and high-net-worth individuals. The firm offers model-based and outsourced CIO solutions, emphasizing disciplined, long-term diversified asset allocation and active oversight of third-party managers and model providers.

Timothy Demuth is an investment advisor at Alongside, LLC with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked previously with Thrivent Advisor Network, THRIVENT FINANCIAL for Lutherans, and Thrivent Investment Management. Outside of his advisory work, he is a co-owner of TDK LLC, which manages building operations and leasing activities. Alongside, LLC provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting to institutional clients, plan sponsors, and high-net-worth individuals. The firm offers model-based and outsourced CIO solutions, emphasizing diversified asset allocation and active oversight of third-party managers and model providers.

Daniel Krueger is a financial advisor with Harbour Investments, Inc. and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 29 years of industry experience and has worked at Harbour Investments since 2016. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in insurance sales through Provident Insurance Group and his own business, Daniel A. Krueger Insurance Sales, and also prepares individual tax returns. Harbour Investments serves a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, pension and 401(k) plans, and institutional entities. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to multiple investment approaches and execution platforms tailored to clients’ needs.

Suzuanne Foster is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 22 years of industry experience. She has worked at OneAscent Financial Services LLC since 2021 and previously spent 16 years at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Foster serves as an election poll worker in her community. OneAscent Financial Services LLC is a multi-team registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, trusts, broker/dealer customers, and institutions. The firm offers customized asset management, financial planning, and consulting services through advisor teams and utilizes various model-based and overlay management platforms.

Trent Martin is a financial advisor at Foundations Investment Advisors LLC with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has previously worked at Thrive Wealth Group, Magellan Financial, and United Advisors. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved with Thrive Wealth Group, where he works as a financial professional offering life insurance and annuities. Foundations Investment Advisors, LLC provides financial planning and portfolio management to individual and high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, and registered investment companies. The firm utilizes a range of investment strategies and delivers services through a large network of affiliated offices and representatives.

Jason Yorgensen is a financial advisor with Gateway Wealth Partners, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 16 years of industry experience. His previous roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and J.P. Morgan Securities. Outside of advising, he owns two ventures focused on luxury assets and investment-related activities. Gateway Wealth Partners serves individuals, corporations, and retirement plans by offering financial planning, wealth management, and retirement plan consulting. The firm employs a diversified investment approach using mutual funds, ETFs, individual securities, and independent managers, managing approximately $2.28 billion in assets as of the end of 2025.

Laura Jocius is a financial advisor with Concorde Asset Management, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. She has worked at Concorde Asset Management since 2021 and has been associated with related firms including Concorde Investment Services, LLC and TADA Wealth Advisors since 2015. Outside of advising, she holds a role as Vice President at Thornwood Financial, focusing on fee-based financial planning. Concorde Asset Management provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, and access to third-party asset management programs for a diverse client base including individuals, corporate and charitable clients, and retirement plans. The firm employs individualized asset allocation and model-based portfolio construction, acting as Overlay Manager for its UMA, and offers alternative investment products alongside ERISA fiduciary services.

Thomas Michalowski is a financial advisor with Foundations Investment Advisors LLC, holding a Series 65 credential and six years of industry experience. He has worked with several firms, including Thrive Wealth Group and Portfolio Medics. In addition to his advisory role, he operates as an independent insurance agent. Foundations Investment Advisors LLC provides financial planning and portfolio management services to individual and high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, and registered investment companies. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, using model portfolios and an asymmetric rebalancing approach to manage client investments.

Jeremy Lohman is a financial advisor with Stephens in Antioch, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses, and has 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Stephens since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, Lohman serves as an authorized signatory for a local church and school and works as an independent contractor delivering food services. Stephens provides investment advisory and wealth management services to individuals, pension plans, foundations, corporations, and other institutional clients. The firm offers tailored portfolio programs with committee-based oversight and combines advisory services with broker-dealer and investment banking activities.