Seasoned, business Financial Management financial advisors in Illinois
The right financial advisor for you depends on how you weigh location, expertise, experience, the clients they typically serve, and how they work with you.
If you own or run a business, managing your company's finances well is crucial to keeping it healthy and growing. Without focused expertise, it's easy to overlook cash flow timing or tax implications that can hurt your bottom line. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience, helping you navigate complex financial decisions with confidence.
- Cash flow insights. Look for advisors who analyze your business's income and expenses to help you avoid shortfalls and plan for growth.
- Tax strategy alignment. Ask how they integrate business tax planning with your personal finances to minimize surprises.
- Risk management focus. Confirm they assess your business risks, like liability or market changes, and recommend appropriate protections.
- Long-term planning. See if they help you set financial goals that support both your business's future and your personal wealth.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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James K
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Oak Park, IL
Edward Jones
James Kingsley brings 22 years of experience in business financial management, including expertise in business exit strategies and retirement income planning, making him well-equipped to support business owners in Illinois. Operating from Edward Jones, a large full-service firm with a broad client base, he offers a comprehensive approach with a program fee up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him through his CFP® certification and extensive firm resources.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Marie B
CFP®, Series 65
Chicago, IL
Financial Solutions Advisory Group
Marie Beckman brings 25 years of experience in business financial management, making her well-equipped to support Illinois business owners with cash flow insights and tax strategy alignment. As a CFP®-certified and independent advisor serving high-net-worth clients, she offers a comprehensive investment approach and negotiable hourly fees, distinguishing her from others by combining deep expertise with flexible service options.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $2,571,429
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Mark E
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Oswego, IL
Soltis Investment Advisors, LLC
Mark Essenfeld's 21 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to manage business financial needs effectively, especially for high-net-worth clients in Illinois. His firm, Soltis Investment Advisors, offers a disciplined investment approach combining Modern Portfolio Theory and qualitative due diligence, with flexible flat-fee financial planning ranging from $500 to $50,000, distinguishing him from advisors with standard AUM fees.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $1,344,274
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Brian P
Series 63, Series 65
Deer Park, IL
Merrill
Brian Pappalardo brings 24 years of experience in business financial management, specializing in wealth management and retirement income strategy, making him well-equipped to support Illinois business owners. As a seasoned advisor at Merrill, a large firm, he offers a conservative investment approach and focuses on long-term planning, working closely with family businesses and mid-career professionals, which distinguishes him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Philip S
Series 63, Series 65
Arlington Heights, IL
Insight Financial Group, Inc.
Philip Statz offers 25 years of experience in business financial management, serving high-net-worth individuals and small-business owners in Illinois. His firm, Insight Financial Group, provides a flat-fee structure and unique services like the Virtual CFO Solution™, focusing on asset allocation and behavior coaching with ETF-based model portfolios. This combination of seasoned expertise and innovative offerings distinguishes him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $1,468,750
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