Jennifer Kinkelaar is a financial advisor at Brücke Financial, Inc. with six years of industry experience and holds the Series 65 designation. She has worked at Brücke Financial since 2019 and is also involved with Kinkelaar Financial Services LLC and Simplicity Group. Outside of her advisory role, she is a partner in Birdin' Falls, LLC, a property ownership partnership. Brücke Financial primarily serves individual and high-net-worth clients, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and pension consulting. The firm employs fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory, and derivative strategies, and frequently allocates assets to third-party subadvisers, including AI-driven and alternative managers.

Richard Hawickhorst is a ChFC® with 44 years of industry experience. He has worked at Brucke Financial, Inc. since 2018 and previously spent 39 years with PRUCO Securities, LLC and The Prudential Insurance Company of America. Brücke Financial, Inc. provides discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and pension consulting to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and businesses. The firm employs fundamental analysis and modern portfolio theory, uses subadvisors, and integrates options trading within long-term investment strategies.

Luke Doedtman is a CFP® with 14 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at Brucke Financial, Inc. since 2018 and previously held positions at Pruco Securities LLC and The Prudential Insurance Company of America. Outside of his advisory work, Doedtman serves as a trustee for Douglas Township, is a board member of Catholic Charities, and participates in fundraising efforts for St. Michael School. Brücke Financial primarily serves individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as corporations and employee benefit plans, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and pension consulting. The firm uses fundamental analysis and modern portfolio theory, incorporates options and derivatives strategies, and frequently allocates assets to third-party subadvisers, including AI-driven and alternative managers.

Lauren Meinhart is a CFP® professional with three years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Smith, Moore & Co. since 2022. Her prior roles include positions at Midland States Bank and Doehring Winders & Co., as well as involvement with Indiana State University and the Teutopolis Park District. Smith, Moore & Co. advises individual and high-net-worth clients, corporations, and pension/profit-sharing plans, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and investment consulting through a multi-team approach with approximately 50 advisors managing about $2.0 billion in assets. The firm utilizes both advisor-managed accounts and third-party manager arrangements, employing fundamental and technical analysis across a broad range of investment products.

Douglas Schultz is a financial advisor at Smith, Moore & Co. with 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Smith, Moore & Co. since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he is also licensed as an insurance agent, providing insurance services in the same office. Smith, Moore & Co. serves individual and high-net-worth clients, corporations, and pension/profit-sharing plans, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and investment consulting. The firm combines advisor-managed accounts and third-party manager solutions, overseeing approximately $2.0 billion in client assets.

Nathan Schultz is a financial advisor at Smith, Moore & Co. with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Smith Moore since 2021. Outside of finance, he is the CEO of Holy Cow Beef Snacks, a beef snack stick distribution business he has operated since 2019. Smith, Moore & Co. provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individual clients, corporations, and pension/profit-sharing plans. The firm employs an open-architecture investment approach that includes proprietary models, individual portfolio construction, and outsourced managers, offering a range of investments from stocks and bonds to alternative assets.

Adam Steppe is a financial advisor at Smith, Moore & Co. in Effingham, IL, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Rush Enterprises for seven years before joining Smith, Moore & Co. in 2022. Smith, Moore & Co. serves individual and high-net-worth clients, corporations, and pension/profit-sharing plans, offering portfolio management, financial planning, investment consulting, and model-portfolio solutions. The firm utilizes both advisor-managed accounts and third-party manager arrangements, with approximately 50 advisors overseeing around $2.0 billion in client assets.

John Perry is a CFP® with 28 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Cornerstone Wealth Management, LLC since 2013. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has concurrent registration with LPL Financial. Outside of his advisory role, Perry is involved in local government as a township supervisor and precinct committeeman, and he owns a travel agency and farming operations. Cornerstone Wealth Management serves a broad client base including individuals, trusts, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers asset management, financial planning, and retirement consulting through advisor-led discretionary management and various LPL-sponsored programs, employing a tailored investment approach that emphasizes asset allocation, continuous account supervision, and a mix of fundamental, quantitative, and qualitative analysis.

Laura Dill is a financial advisor at Legacy Wealth Management, LLC with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Wanderwell Consulting, LPL Financial, Cetera Advisor Networks, Goeckner Accounting & Financial Services, and Senior Health Specialties. Legacy Wealth Management serves individual clients, charitable organizations, and business entities by offering portfolio management, financial planning, consulting, and related services. The firm employs a diverse investment approach that includes model portfolios, sub-advisers, and alternative investments, and provides customized strategies aligned with clients’ objectives and risk tolerances.

Mark Niebrugge is a financial advisor with Smith, Moore & Co. in Effingham, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials with nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining Smith, Moore & Co., he worked at Private Client Services, TAP Consulting, LLC, Td Ameritrade, Inc., and Scottrade. He also has experience with Quincy Country Club, Quincy University, and Bloemer Construction, LLC. Smith, Moore & Co. provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, corporations, and pension/profit-sharing plans, managing assets through discretionary and non-discretionary accounts. The firm uses an open-architecture investment approach combining proprietary models, individual advisor portfolio construction, and outsourced managers, incorporating fundamental and technical analysis to align portfolios with client objectives and risk tolerances.

Kent Schmidt is a CFP® with 33 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Smith, Moore & Co. since 2009. His previous roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. Smith, Moore & Co. provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, including high-net-worth households, corporations, and pension/profit-sharing plans. The firm employs an open-architecture investment approach that integrates proprietary models, individual advisor constructions, and third-party managers, focusing on aligning portfolios with client objectives and risk tolerances.

Grant Bushue is a financial advisor with FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, Inc. in Effingham, IL. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 15 years of industry experience, having been with Fifth Third Securities since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in technology consulting and real estate management through co-ownership and partnership in local businesses. FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, Inc. provides brokerage and investment advisory services to individuals, charitable organizations, corporate clients, and institutional investors. The firm offers multiple discretionary managed-account programs and combines third-party portfolio managers, strategist portfolios, and advisor-managed sleeves, with features such as direct indexing and tax-overlay services.

Jocelyn Schultz is a financial advisor with Fifth Third Securities, Inc. in Effingham, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at Fifth Third Bank, First Mid Bank and Trust, and Northwestern Mutual. Outside of financial services, she has worked as a bartender at A1 Liquors. Fifth Third Securities, Inc. serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals and institutional entities through both advisory and brokerage services. The firm offers a variety of investment programs via the Passageway Managed Account platform, combining third-party portfolio managers with advisor guidance.

Steven Mammoser Sr. is a CFP® professional with 33 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at Commonwealth Financial Network since 2017 and previously spent 16 years at Investment Centers of America. Mammoser also serves as Vice President of Peoples State Bank, a position he has held since 1994. Commonwealth Financial Network is a registered investment adviser supporting a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, technology, and operational support, allowing advisors to offer customized portfolio management and wealth planning solutions.

Rachel Wendt is a financial advisor at Commonwealth Financial Network with two years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms, including Peoples Wealth Management, OSAIC, Woodbury Financial Services Inc, and Compass Advisory Group. Commonwealth Financial Network serves a national network of approximately 2,900 affiliated advisors and hundreds of thousands of individual and institutional clients, managing roughly $212.7 billion in client assets. The firm offers a broad adviser-support platform with discretionary and nondiscretionary managed-account programs, access to third-party asset managers, and comprehensive custody and clearing services.

Joseph Fearday is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 66 license, with 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2020 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing from 2016 to 2020. Outside of his advisory role, he has ownership stakes in several investment-related and real estate ventures in Illinois. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and integrates advisory offerings with other financial product sales and referral channels.

Amanda Gatewood is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with nine years of industry experience, currently serving clients at Wells Fargo Advisors in Effingham, IL. She has been with Wells Fargo Advisors since 2020 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing from 2016 to 2020. Outside of her advisory role, she holds ownership interests in several investment-related ventures. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, providing investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services and integrates advisory offerings with other financial product sales and referral channels.

Matthew Beck is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Effingham, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2000. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 advisors and 15,000 branches. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and provides discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, tax-efficient services, and affiliated investment products.

Alec Ring is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 15 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at SagePoint Financial for 13 years. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the board of Christ’s Church and teaches Bible studies. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated financial advisers and multiple advisory platforms, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services along with access to third-party money managers and wrap programs.

Lucinda Hinterscher is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Newton, Illinois, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. She has 25 years of industry experience and has been with Edward Jones since 2000. Outside of her advisory role, she owns a farm rental property in Ingraham, Illinois. 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 solutions, supported by a nationwide network of approximately 23,701 financial advisors and over $1 trillion in assets under management.

Devin Aherin is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Aherin Agri-Business, Inc. for six years. Devin serves as a board member for Bishop Mutual Insurance Company, reflecting his involvement in local business and community affairs. 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 advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and model portfolio programs, supported by extensive technology and a broad network of over 22,800 advisors.

Amber Wendt is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with two years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Edward Jones since 2000. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of financial advisors and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Lynn Deters is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Effingham, Illinois, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 30 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 1996. Outside of her advisory role, Deters is involved in family land management and owns an office building in Effingham. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving a broad client base, including individual and institutional investors. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Chris Bohnhoff is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 designation, with six years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2019 and previously worked for First State Bank of Beecher City from 2014 to 2019. He is based in Newton, IL. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory services, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

David Phipps is a financial advisor affiliated with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 27 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc and Cornerstone Wealth Management, with additional experience at First Neighborhood Bank. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a City Commissioner in Mattoon, Illinois, and is involved in high school and college basketball officiating. 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 financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, providing a range of advisory and brokerage services supported by advanced operational tools.

Micah Tabbert is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with Series 66 registration and four years of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at CliftonLarsonAllen and Kemper CPA Group. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that offers investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides a broad planning menu and integrates advisory services with various financial product sales and referral channels.

William Kabbes is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2023, he worked at Washington Savings Bank from 2019 to 2023 and served with the Effingham Water Authority from 2016 to 2019. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services, including specialized areas such as business-owner transition planning and special-needs analysis, using Wells Fargo research and planning tools.

Jeremy Edwards is a CFP® with seven years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2019. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at SpringMobile - AT&T for three years. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates a vending machine business in Dieterich, Illinois. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, investment solutions, and affiliated capabilities under a fiduciary standard.

Davis Tingley is a financial advisor at Osaic with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Ring Financial, Lockton Companies, Extended Travel, Heartland Dental, Midland States Bank, and prior experience in education at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and Effingham St. Anthony Schools. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of integrated brokerage and advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to manage portfolios across various asset classes.

Adam Butts is a CFP® professional with 18 years of industry experience, all of which has been at Edward Jones since 2008. He holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Effingham, IL. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in farm ground cash rent in Chestnut, IL. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients across individual and institutional segments, offering a range of advisory programs and maintaining a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Melissa Willenborg is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and six years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James since 2017 and has provided accounting consulting services to individuals and businesses. Outside of her advisory role, she is a partner at Erskine Stone, a support company based in Effingham, IL. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and institutions. The firm uses tailored, non-discretionary planning and analytical tools to support client goals and maintains specialized programs for municipal finance and SIMPLE IRA employer consulting.

Kurt Strullmyer is a financial advisor with OSAIC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services Inc for 16 years before joining OSAIC in 2024. Outside of his advisory role, he is president of Compass Advisory Group, an independent insurance agency specializing in health insurance in Illinois. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm employs asset-allocation tools and third-party managers to provide a range of investment options and portfolio management strategies.

Kyra Swearingen is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with five years of experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been operating Swearingen Enterprises, LLC since 2015. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services and uses proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations for its clients.

Dwight Erskine II is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 50 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Raymond James Financial since 2009, having worked with its affiliated entities since 1989. Outside his advisory role, he is also licensed as an Illinois insurance broker and is involved in a partnership named Erskine Stone & James. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting using risk profiling and analytical tools, and it supports municipal and public finance work through an affiliated municipal advisor.

Trent Nuxoll is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Effingham, IL, where he has worked since 2020. He has five years of industry experience and previously spent ten years with Mahomet-Seymour Community School District #3. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Timothy Bradley is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Bank of America, Merrill, and JPMorgan Chase Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in political activities as a member of the Grundy County Democratic Central Committee. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm employs tailored, non-discretionary planning using risk profiling and analytical modeling, and supports municipal and public finance through a unique affiliation with a municipal advisor.

Christopher Considine is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Effingham, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 27 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and A.G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. He serves on advisory and recreation boards in Mattoon, IL, contributing to community events and youth programs. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of planning options including retirement, education, and business-owner transition planning. Advisors utilize Wells Fargo research and tools to develop tailored recommendations, with clients choosing their implementation preferences through the firm's brokerage or advisory programs.

Matthew Roedl is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 16 years of industry experience. His career includes tenure at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he volunteers with several local nonprofit organizations, including the Effingham County Chamber of Commerce and the Effingham Regional Career Academy. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, corporate, and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is primarily model-driven, utilizing portfolios developed by LPL’s Research Department and third-party strategists, with additional services including financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and affiliated insurance and trust services.

Douglas Slater is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2026. Prior to joining LPL Enterprise, he served in the US Army from 2000 to 2021 and held roles with the City of Effingham and the City of Neoga. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a wide range of clients including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers financial planning, access to third-party asset managers, and insurance product sales through affiliated entities.

Gary Swearingen is a CFP® and financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, based in Effingham, IL, with 28 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a bass fishing coach at St. Anthony High School and competes in bass fishing tournaments. Wells Fargo Advisors provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of planning solutions tailored to clients meeting a net-worth threshold. The firm integrates advisory services with other financial products and referral channels to deliver comprehensive financial guidance.

Nicole Deters is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Effingham, IL, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Parker Hannifin, Anheuser Busch, and Miami University, as well as experience in the hospitality sector. She owns farm property in Montrose, IL, which is rented out and not actively farmed. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment solutions. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets through a large network of advisors and branch offices and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies under a fiduciary standard.

Kory Doty is a financial advisor at Cetera with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Cetera and its related entities since 2013. Doty also serves as an assistant trust officer for Crossroads Bank and is a board member of the Rotary Club of Effingham, Illinois. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that provides a range of investment and retirement services to individuals, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers diversified portfolio management options, including model and third-party manager strategies, and manages over $256 billion in assets.

Thomas Kingery is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with seven years of industry experience, currently with LPL Financial since 2023. He previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill from 2019 to 2023. Outside of advisory work, he is involved with 7N8 Investments, Inc., a business entity for tax and investment purposes. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and investment services, including access to model portfolios, third-party asset managers, and institutional platforms.

Sharon Goeckner is a CFP® certificant with 24 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at LPL Financial since 2018. Her prior roles include positions at Cetera Advisor Networks LLC and Cetera Wealth Services, as well as owning Goeckner Accounting & Financial Services, Inc. She is also a commissioned notary for the State of Illinois. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of investment solutions including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Briana Whitley is a CFP® with nine years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2020. Prior to this, she worked at Wells Fargo Clearing for four years and at Eastern Illinois University for three years. She holds a secretary role with the Mattoon Emerging Leaders organization. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad planning menu and develops tailored recommendations using proprietary research and tools, serving clients who meet specific net-worth thresholds.

Renee Servis is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and bringing 24 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Cetera Advisor Networks LLC and has been associated with First Neighbors Bank for over two decades, where she also operates a tax preparation and accounting business. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms, supported by operational and research tools.

Matthew Grahn is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Effingham, Illinois, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2016 and previously held positions at UBS Financial Services and Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, he co-owns Grahn Farms, a family partnership involved in timber and farmland. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing investment and fee-based financial planning services. The firm offers a broad range of planning options and integrates advisory services with other financial products and referral channels.

Robert Brown is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 27 years of industry experience, all of which he has spent at the firm since 1998. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Outside of his advisory role, Brown serves as a trustee and chairman of the Effingham Water Authority in Effingham, Illinois. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors, offering a range of investment strategies and affiliated services under a fiduciary standard.