Barry Federici is a CFP® professional with six years of experience in financial advising. He is the owner of Family First Wealth Management in Sycamore, IL, and has prior work experience including 30 years in the United States Marine Corps and legal studies at NIU Law School. In addition to his advisory role, he owns Saluting Success, LLC, a property management trust. Family First Wealth Management provides investment management and financial planning primarily for individual clients, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm’s investment approach centers on diversification and asset allocation based on Modern Portfolio Theory, offering both strategic and tactical allocation with the option to incorporate third-party managers. It also provides employee benefit plan consulting and pension-plan advisory services, supported by the principal’s interdisciplinary background as a licensed attorney, CPA, and CFP.

Scott Newport is the principal of Newport Investment Advisors, Inc. in Sycamore, Illinois, with 29 years of industry experience. He has served as CEO of Illinois Farm Business Farm Management since 1989, providing farming business analysis services. Newport has held his current advisory role since 1996. Newport Investment Advisors, Inc. offers wealth and portfolio management services to individuals, corporations, non-profits, foundations, trusts, and qualified plans. The firm integrates financial planning into its portfolio management, employing various analyses and strategies across discretionary and non-discretionary accounts, and also provides optional tax and accounting services.

Josiah De Ford is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 65 license, with four years of industry experience. He currently works at Kisher Capital, LLC and previously was employed at Harvest Investment Services, LLC and Christian Retirement Ministries. Outside of finance, he has provided private music lessons since 2015. Kisher Capital serves individual investors, including high-net-worth clients, as well as self-directed pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and businesses, offering discretionary investment management alongside comprehensive financial planning. The firm manages exclusively wrap fee accounts using proprietary portfolio models that combine modern portfolio theory, faith-based screening, and AI-driven tools.

My name is Eric Schlosser, and I am a caring, values‑driven CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional, and your dedicated fiduciary investment advisor. My mission is simple: to truly put your best interests first. Whether you're a family, business owner, ministry, or organization, I partner closely with you as your advocate to build customized strategies that bring confidence and peace of mind. At home, I’m a grateful husband and proud dad of two. I focus on bringing the same empathy, patience, and commitment to our work together as I would for my family. I believe that strong relationships, whether in family or finance, thrive on trust and genuine care. In our community, I serve as Assistant Treasurer for our local AYSO region, helping youth soccer flourish with responsible stewardship. I also contribute my musical gifts on the worship team at my church. These roles matter deeply to me because serving others is not just what I do, but it’s who I am. What I care about most is helping to solve problems with honesty, faith, and a genuine desire to help you succeed, because your well-being is what matters most to me. Kisher Capital's office is located a 303 E Hillcrest Dr, Ste 6, DeKalb IL 60115, and we'd love to sit down with you, learn more about your story, and help you in any way that we can.

Matthew Krueger is a financial advisor at Simplicity Wealth with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at Simplicity Wealth since 2022. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in farming through Krueger Farms LLC and provides tax and business advisory services at Krueger & Associates Tax & Business Advisory, Inc. Simplicity Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm employs a fund-of-funds approach using ETFs, mutual funds, and individual securities, and offers model portfolios along with advisory technology and operational support for other advisers.

Christopher Hessenflow is a financial advisor with Wealthcare Capital Management LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Wealthcare Capital Management since 2010 and also maintains a role at SMB Advisors LLC since 2008. Hessenflow serves on the advisory board of Financeware, Inc., a technology firm related to investment services. Wealthcare Capital Management LLC is a multi-team SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $3.03 billion for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm employs an evidence-based investment approach using model portfolios primarily composed of mutual funds and ETFs, supplemented by alternative investments and specialty platforms, with oversight by an Investment Policy Committee.

Brittany Starkey is a CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 licensed financial advisor with six years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2019 and previously worked at Constellation Brands Inc. from 2014 to 2019. 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 strategies, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors.

Joshua Kubiak is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Genoa, Illinois, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2009. Kubiak serves as president of the City of Genoa Police Pension Board, where he participates in decisions regarding pension fund allocations and obligations. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices, and operates under a fiduciary standard.

Brendon Gallagher is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Kirkland, Illinois, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 27 years of industry experience. His work history includes over two decades at Gallagher & Associates and a combined 21 years with Ameriprise and Ameriprise Financial Services. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, delivering tailored, non-discretionary recommendation reports that incorporate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities typical of its institutional category.

Emily Willems is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Sycamore, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. She has worked at Edward Jones since 2019 and previously held positions at BB&T Securities and J Crew. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies with a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors and more than 15,000 branch offices.

Patricia Wilson is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and possessing nine years of industry experience. She has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2015. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and specialized municipal advisory services.

Shawn Blobaum is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2008. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a Deacon at Grace Free Lutheran Church, is a board member of the DeKalb County Community Foundation, and is Vice President of the local Lions Club, involved in various community-focused activities. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based planning across multiple financial topics but does not provide portfolio management for institutional clients, focusing instead on advisory planning and managed-account services.

Barry Hamilton is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Heartland Bank and Trust Company and JPMorgan Chase, including roles at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker‑dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Stacie Barnett is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Edward Jones with four years of industry experience. Her career includes over eight years previously at Edward Jones and one year with LPL Financial LLC (Gateway Financial Partners). She is based in Sycamore, Illinois. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies, access to separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard with a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Corey Hausen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Sycamore, Illinois. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 20 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Heartland Bank and Trust Company, The Prudential Insurance Company of America, BMO Harris Bank, and PNC Investments. Outside of his advisory work, he is also a commissioned notary. 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, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Leonard Eisele is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Fidelity in Sycamore, IL, with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked with Thrivent Financial and Thrivent Investment Management Inc, and he has also served as an independent contractor reporting on local high school and college sporting events for Shaw Media. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors, employing a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios composed of mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Mc Kenna Marcinkowski is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked in various roles including government service with DeKalb County and in the hospitality sector. Outside of advising, she owns a custom T-shirt sales business called Made by Mack. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Travis Thompson is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He previously worked for FNBO for ten years before joining Raymond James in 2022. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and government entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

Donald Skadow Jr. is a ChFC®-credentialed financial advisor with 44 years of industry experience. He has worked at Osaic Wealth Inc since 2024 and previously spent 18 years at LPL Financial. Outside of his advisory role, he is also a licensed agent involved in life insurance, long-term care, and fixed annuities. Osaic Wealth Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual investors, high-net-worth clients, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm combines brokerage and advisory services with tools such as asset-allocation models and risk-tolerance assessments to manage portfolios across multiple asset classes, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

Carla Capasso Stonecipher is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with four years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 credentials. Her prior experience includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Ivett Mc Han Frank is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with several financial institutions, including First National Bank of Omaha and First Investments and Planning. Outside of advisory work, she serves as an advisor assistant in a support role at a company in DeKalb, IL. 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 offers tailored, non-discretionary advisory services supported by risk profiling and analytical tools, and maintains specialized programs such as municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services.

Charles Foster is a financial advisor at Cetera with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked with Cetera since 2006. Foster also operates Foster's Financial Management, LLC, and is involved in tax preparation and business consulting through Foster Tax & Accounting, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a finance council member at St. James Church and participates in local charitable activities with the St. James Knights of Columbus. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered advisor serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management options and program structures, supported by a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors.

Mark Overby is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2005. Outside of his advisory work, he manages a rental real estate property. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutional clients, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services with a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research support.

Paul Loner is a CFP® professional with 23 years of industry experience. He is currently with OSAIC Wealth Inc, having joined in 2024 after 15 years at LPL Financial. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the boards of Timberlane Village and the Pregnancy Care Center in Rockford, IL. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and charitable clients through a large network of advisers and multiple advisory platforms. The firm provides integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing various asset-allocation tools and third-party solutions to construct diversified portfolios across a range of investment types.

Matthew Myre is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Sycamore, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and with 47 years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. since 1979. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as a partner in real estate investments, including a building housing his Edward Jones office and several other tenants. 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 programs and investment strategies supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,700 financial advisors and 15,100 branch offices.

Michael Wemple is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Sycamore, Illinois, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 27 years of industry experience. He has worked with LPL Financial since 2016 and concurrently serves as a wealth advisor at Heartland Bank and Trust. Prior to these roles, he held positions at Midwestern Securities Trading Company, Chase Investment Services, and KeyBanc Capital Markets. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that provides advisory and brokerage services through a large network of representatives to individuals, retirement plans, banks, and institutions. The firm offers a wide range of financial planning and investment solutions, including model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms such as the Bank Wealth Program.

Kimberly Tuzzolino is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has worked at Raymond James & Associates since 2019, with previous roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing roughly $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions supported by a wide range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

Jennifer James is a Series 66 licensed advisor at LPL Financial with eight years at the firm and five years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at IAU College and Northern Illinois University’s Study Abroad Department. 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, and supports advisors with various investment strategies and operational tools.

Erin Arnold is a financial advisor at Fidelity with six years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. She previously worked at Raymond James Financial Services and First National Bank. Outside of her financial career, Arnold writes poetry for publication and is a partner in an independent online literary publishing venture based in Sycamore, Illinois. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base including retail and institutional investors. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and systematic portfolio construction using mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs, and serves as an advisor to registered investment companies and fund-of-funds.

Paul Wedeen is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 45 years of industry experience. He has been with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for Big Rock Township in Illinois. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm that serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent professionals, providing a variety of portfolio management and model-based solutions tailored to client objectives.

Ryan Bagarella is a financial advisor at Robert Baird & Co. with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith for seven years. His background also includes time at Pappy's Sweet Shop and Purdue University. He is part of The DDK Group within Baird’s Private Wealth Management practice, which serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, and institutional clients. The group offers tailored consulting and portfolio services, including discretionary and non-discretionary management, using a range of traditional and non-traditional investment strategies.

Camden Foster is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliates since 2014 and also operates Foster's Financial Management, LLC and Foster's Tax & Accounting, LLC, providing financial planning and tax preparation services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered adviser serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and retirement services through a multi-manager platform and supports both discretionary and non-discretionary account structures.

Luke Hryszczuk is a financial advisor at OSAIC with two years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. He has previously worked at Service One Financial Group and Bates Financial Group, and he studied at Grand Canyon University. OSAIC serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers, offering integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers and managed accounts. The firm employs various tools to construct portfolios that may include stocks, bonds, options, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.

Catherine Cooper is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Ameriprise and Iowa State University. Outside of her advisory role, she is employed by Integrity Point LLC as an Associate Financial Advisor on the Sales and Advice team. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing planning advice focused on retirement income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Michelle Todd is a Planning Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2024. She works closely with individuals and families to assess their financial situations and develop tailored financial plans. Michelle emphasizes regular reviews and adjustments to these plans to adapt to changes in clients' life circumstances or market conditions. Her experience at Fidelity Investments includes positions as Central Relationship Manager from 2023 to 2024 and Financial Representative from 2021 to 2023. Through these roles, she has developed expertise in client relationship management and financial planning. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Michelle has interests in pets, reading, traveling, and volunteering.

Timothy Doherty is a financial advisor at Fidelity with six years of industry experience. He previously worked at Grosvenor Capital Management from 2015 to 2019 before joining Fidelity. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, utilizing a blend of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its use of systematic methodologies, advisory roles to multiple registered investment companies, and its incorporation of AI and algorithmic techniques in research.

Heather Hilleshiem is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Sycamore, IL, holding a Series 66 designation with 12 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2013. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, including managed solutions and separately managed accounts, and operates under a fiduciary standard.

Thomas Gaudio is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Sycamore, IL, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at KCT Credit Union and Cornerstone National Bank and Trust Company. He also worked with the Huntley Park District for five years before entering financial advisory. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors and extensive affiliated capabilities.

Kevin Sullivan is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with six years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked in a variety of roles, including positions with Topstep LLC and the Chicago Cubs. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base that includes individuals, institutions, charitable organizations, and government entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services.

Timothy Beasley is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked for American Midwest Bank (Heartland Bank & Trust) for 20 years. 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 under management and offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Justin Gifford is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Edward Jones and First National Bank of Omaha in addition to his current roles. Gifford serves as a trustee for the Sandwich Fire Protection District Board. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary planning using risk profiling and modeling tools and supports a broad network of advisors with municipal and public finance expertise.

Eric Jones is a financial advisor at Robert W. Baird & Co. with nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Baird since 2017 and previously spent 13 years at TransWare Enterprises Inc. Outside of his advisory role, Jones is involved as an employee in tax preparation at American Midwest Tax & Accounting. He is part of The DDK Group within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management practice, which serves individuals, families, pensions, corporations, and institutional clients. The group offers customized financial planning and portfolio management services utilizing a range of strategies, including traditional and non-traditional investments, with options for discretionary and non-discretionary management.

Edward Carey is a financial advisor at Cetera with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has operated his own CPA tax accounting practice since 1979. Carey has been affiliated with Cetera and its related entities since 2000. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves a broad client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm operates a multi-manager platform offering a range of portfolio management and financial planning services across various program structures and custodial relationships.

Troy Oates is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Twin Power from 2017 to 2019. Oates owns Forthright Financial, a financial services firm based in Sycamore, Illinois, where he provides financial services and works with third-party brokers on alternative life insurance strategies. 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, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm provides tailored, non-discretionary planning and utilizes analytical tools to model potential outcomes, supporting clients through various advisory programs and consulting services.

Gina Ward is a financial advisor at Fidelity with eight years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Raymond James & Associates before joining Fidelity. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and an IRS-qualified Charitable Gift Fund. The firm utilizes a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage model portfolios and offers oversight for sub-advisers while addressing conflicts of interest.

Ryan Genz is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Sycamore, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2001. 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 strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Jeffrey Benson is a CFP® with 39 years of industry experience. He is the principal of Benson Advisory Services & Asset Management in Sycamore, IL, and has held prior roles at Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. and OSAIC. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a church council member and provides federal and state income tax preparation for individuals. Benson Advisory Services & Asset Management serves a small client base, offering investment advice, financial planning, brokerage, and insurance services. The firm provides coordinated planning and execution, including the selection or recommendation of other advisers, using a combination of fee arrangements and brokerage registrations.

Larry Knoble is a CFP® with 41 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been affiliated with OSAIC since 1989. In addition to his advisory work, he sells life, disability, long-term care, dental, and health insurance, as well as fixed annuities. Knoble, Larry H. is an independent firm serving clients with personalized financial advice, including investment analysis and portfolio rebalancing based on risk tolerance.