Joshua Wheeler is the principal of Wheeler Financial Planning LLC in St. Charles, MO, with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including VP Pro, Futaba, AIC, RC America, and Archway Coatings. Outside of advising, Wheeler owns a Smoothie King store where he assists with payroll and management, and he is involved in marketing for Archway Industrial Coatings and AIC as well as product testing and research for RC America. Wheeler Financial Planning provides advisory services to individual clients by directing them to third-party investment advisers, primarily placing assets in mutual funds and fixed-income securities. The firm operates on a non-discretionary basis, using a passive, buy-and-hold investment approach grounded in modern portfolio theory and conducts ongoing due diligence on selected advisers.

Alfred Hicks is a CFP® professional with 27 years of experience in financial advising. He has been the president of Financial Planning Advisors, Inc. since 1994. In addition to his advisory role, Hicks is involved in insurance and fixed annuity sales through a separate business. Financial Planning Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment services to a diverse client base that includes individuals, trusts, charitable organizations, and small businesses. The firm employs targeted asset allocation, discretionary management, and a combination of fundamental and technical analysis to manage portfolios and offers educational seminars and project-based planning services.

Anthony Erzen is a financial advisor at Legacy Wealth Planning with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at CarsonAllaria Wealth Management, Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, TD Ameritrade, SCOTTRADE, and Illinois American Water. Legacy Wealth Planning is an independent, fee-only investment adviser serving primarily individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm offers customized investment management, financial planning, and limited hourly consulting, employing Modern Portfolio Theory with a preference for passive funds while accommodating active and ESG options.

John Zata is an advisor at Simplexus Wealth Management with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at Edward Jones and Correct Capital Wealth Management. Simplexus Wealth Management provides comprehensive financial planning and portfolio management to individual and high-net-worth clients through a monthly membership model. The firm employs a multi-method investment approach within a strategic asset allocation framework and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management services in conjunction with its planning membership.

Jeremiah North is a financial advisor with 14 years of industry experience, currently practicing at 360 IRA in St. Charles, MO. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked with firms including Brookstone Capital Management and multiple affiliated entities under the 360 IRA umbrella. Outside of investment advisory, he spends part of his time providing federal benefits research, training, and consulting through US FEDS LLC. 360 IRA is a fee-based financial planning and investment management firm serving individual clients through discretionary asset management, written financial plans, and educational seminars. The firm combines fundamental and technical analysis with third-party managers, offers no-cost public workshops, and provides insurance products alongside benefits research and estate/tax services.

Holden Clendaniel is a financial advisor at 360 IRA with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at TD Ameritrade from 2019 to 2023. Clendaniel is also involved in insurance sales and services. 360 IRA is a fee-based financial planning and investment management firm serving individual clients through discretionary asset management, financial plans, and educational seminars. The firm uses fundamental and technical analysis and often works with third-party managers while offering public workshops and insurance products.

Tanner Dallas is a financial advisor at Black Knight Wealth Management, LLC with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Modern Wealth Solutions, Eagle Strategies LLC, New York Life Insurance Company, NYLife Securities LLC, PFS Investments Inc., and Primerica Financial Services. Outside of finance, he has ownership interests in several non-investment businesses, including pizza restaurants and fitness franchises. Black Knight Wealth Management serves individual and high-net-worth clients, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and coordination with other professional advisors. The firm uses a combination of fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis with modern portfolio theory to manage diversified investment portfolios tailored to client needs.

Corey Myers is a financial advisor at Universal Financial Advisors, LLC with 27 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network for 23 years. Outside of his advisory role, Myers operates a tax preparation and accounting service through Tomerlin Bookkeeping Service, Inc. Universal Financial Advisors, LLC serves individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities by providing comprehensive financial planning, discretionary portfolio management, and retirement-plan consulting. The firm manages client portfolios using asset allocation and diversification strategies based on Modern and Post-Modern Portfolio Theory and conducts regular portfolio reviews tailored to client risk tolerance and time horizon.

Matt Maberry is a financial advisor at B.B. Graham & Company, Inc. with 36 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with B.B. Graham since 2015. Maberry is also a 50% owner of Alton Securities & Asset Advisors, LLC, an investment and financial business affiliated with the firm. B.B. Graham & Co. provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as to pension plans, trusts, estates, corporations, and small businesses. The firm employs fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary asset management, with a majority of assets managed on a non-discretionary basis.

Jeffrey Waters is a financial advisor with CarsonAllaria Wealth Management, LTD., holding a Series 65 designation and six years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Northwestern Mutual and Cambridge Investment Research prior to joining CarsonAllaria in 2019. CarsonAllaria Wealth Management is a registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and retirement plan sponsors. The firm manages approximately $791.8 million using a quantitative, client-profile-driven approach and offers integrated discretionary wealth management alongside ERISA fiduciary services.

Mark Allaria is a financial advisor at CarsonAllaria Wealth Management, LTD. with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses. His prior experience includes roles at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company, and Visionary Wealth Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in servicing fixed insurance business as an agent. CarsonAllaria Wealth Management provides discretionary investment management, financial planning, and consulting to individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and retirement plan sponsors. The firm manages approximately $791.8 million and combines traditional wealth management with ERISA fiduciary services, employing quantitative optimization and institutional share-class selection in its investment approach.

Matthew Bitter is a financial advisor at Black Knight Wealth Management, LLC with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 credential and has prior experience at NYLIFE Securities LLC and New York Life Insurance Company. Outside of advising, he is a licensed insurance agent with Penn Mutual, spending approximately five hours per month reviewing and recommending insurance products. Black Knight Wealth Management serves individual and high-net-worth clients with portfolio management, financial planning, and coordination with a range of professional advisors. The firm offers access to various investment vehicles, including private funds managed by its affiliated adviser, and employs a disciplined, multi-strategy approach for discretionary portfolio management.

William Kinkel is a financial advisor at Genesis Wealth Management in East Alton, IL, with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been a general supervisor at Ameren Missouri since 1981. Kinkel also maintains an insurance agency operating on a limited basis. Genesis Wealth Management provides personalized financial planning and investment management to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and retirement plans. The firm offers tailored portfolios and a range of services including discretionary and non-discretionary management, ERISA plan support, and specialized planning for veterans and long-term care.

Joseph Allaria is a CFP® professional with 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at CarsonAllaria Wealth Management, Ltd. since 2017 and previously held roles at Visionary Wealth Advisors, LLC and Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company. Outside of advisory work, he holds a licensed insurance agent designation. CarsonAllaria Wealth Management advises individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and retirement plans, offering discretionary investment management, financial planning, and consulting services. The firm uses a combination of quantitative models and traditional research, employs tax-sensitive techniques, and integrates third-party platforms such as Betterment to serve a broad range of clients.

Tyler Hasty is a financial advisor at CarsonAllaria Wealth Management, LTD. with two years of industry experience. He previously worked at Cardinal Investment Advisors for five years and The Boeing Company for three years. In addition to his advisory role, he is a licensed life and health insurance agent. CarsonAllaria Wealth Management is a registered investment adviser serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $791.8 million using a quantitative investment approach and offers a combination of discretionary wealth management and ERISA fiduciary services.

Jon Payne is a financial advisor at Genesis Wealth Management with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with several entities including Genesis Financial Group Inc. since 1999 and Gradient Securities, LLC from 2011 to 2016. Payne also serves on the Macoupin County Board. Genesis Wealth Management provides personalized financial planning and investment management to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $54.5 million for around 377 clients and offers tailored portfolios using platforms such as Envestnet, SEI, and Morningstar, as well as specialized services for veterans and long-term care planning.

Douglas Rothermich is a financial advisor at Fidelis Capital with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at TIAA-CREF Trust Co., FSB for 26 years. Outside of his advisory role, he contributes investment-related content to Kiplinger without compensation. Fidelis Capital Partners provides investment advisory and related services to individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, philanthropic and non-profit organizations, and other business entities. The firm employs a blend of quantitative, fundamental, technical, and economic analysis to guide portfolio management, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services alongside financial planning and business consulting.

Norman Eccarius is a financial advisor with Horter Investment Management, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at AE Wealth Management, Asset Protection Strategies, Center Street Advisors, and National Planning Corporation. Additionally, he operates Eccarius Financial, where he is involved in insurance sales and services. Horter Investment Management provides portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services to individuals, trusts, pension plans, corporations, and insurance-company clients. The firm utilizes multi-manager portfolios and alternative investment options, with investment decisions guided by an Investment Committee that offers various model and custom portfolios.

Michelle Zimmer is a financial advisor at Genesis Wealth Management with a Series 65 designation and over 18 years of professional experience, primarily gained at United Community Bank. She has been with Genesis Wealth Management Group since 2026 and previously with Genesis Financial Group. Genesis Wealth Management provides personalized financial planning and investment management services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $54.5 million for 377 clients across five advisors, offering tailored portfolios and both discretionary and non-discretionary services.

Michael Wiedner is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 12 years of industry experience. He currently serves at CarsonAllaria Wealth Management, LTD. and has prior experience with Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, Edward Jones, Merrill Lynch, and CBS Corporation. Wiedner also acts as a FINRA dispute resolution arbitrator. CarsonAllaria Wealth Management is a registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and retirement plan sponsors. The firm manages approximately $792 million on a discretionary basis, employing quantitative optimization and risk/return analysis to guide portfolios that include equities, ETFs, mutual funds, cash, and fixed income. The six-advisor team integrates traditional wealth management with ERISA fiduciary services for employer plans.