Verdant Partners is wholly focused on food and agribusiness. We advise buyers and sellers through the business transactions that shape the competitive landscape of our industry. We have built a team of professionals with real world industry experience, having developed skills that extend beyond those of traditional M&A advisors. For this reason, we are recognized as the leading transaction advisory group for the global food and agribusiness industry. Verdant advises privately held businesses, public corporations, multinationals, venture and buyout funds, and technology companies throughout the world. Since 1998, Verdant has initiated and managed successful transactions and alliances valued at more than U.S. $2.3 billion.

GRANITE HALL PARTNERS INC is an investment banking company based out of 4301 BRITTANY TRAIL DR, Champaign, Illinois, United States.

Nestlehut Financial is a boutique financial planning firm located in the Greater Chicagoland area. Since 1981, Nestlehut Financial has provided comprehensive financial products and services to their clients. As financial advisors, Tom, Adam, and Mike take the time to understand your personal financial situation, long-term goals, and investing objectives before making any recommendations. Each plan is individually tailored to fit your needs and risk tolerance. Through holistic planning, our firm ensures your interests are put first and foremost. Nestlehut Financial manages client assets in excess of $275 million. This site has been published in the United States for residents of the United States. Persons mentioned in this site may only transact business in states in which they have been properly registered or are exempt from registration. Securities and advisory services offered through Cetera Advisors LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC, a broker/dealer and a Registered Investment Adviser. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity. www.finra.org | www.sipc.org

Ruedi Wealth Management is a financial advisory firm that helps people in central Illinois make smart financial decisions about retirement. We support our clients with financial planning, investment management, and ongoing advice to gently guide them through every phase of the retirement process. We firmly believe in the value of long-term relationships, and our primary goal is to make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of the people we serve.

Founded in 1962 and a public company since 1983, Raymond James Financial, Inc. is a Florida-based diversified holding company providing financial services to individuals, corporations and municipalities through its subsidiary companies engaged primarily in investment and financial planning, in addition to capital markets and asset management. The firm's stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (RJF). Through its three broker/dealer subsidiaries, Raymond James Financial has approximately 8,700 financial advisors throughout the United States, Canada and overseas. Total client assets are $1.26 trillion (as of 10/25/2023). Raymond James has been recognized nationally for its community support and corporate philanthropy. The company has been ranked as one of the best in the country in customer service, as a great place to work and as a national leader in support of the arts.

“We believe you deserve to have someone working for your money and your family as hard as you’ve worked to build those things. We also believe it’s possible for you to receive financial guidance from someone who knows you by name.” - Founder, Zach Gray Investment advisory services offered only by duly registered individuals through Rooted Wealth Advisors.

Securities offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC. For hyperlinks to FINRA and SIPC, please refer to 'Contact Info' section above. Investment advice offered through High Point Advisor Group, a registered investment advisor. High Point Advisor Group and SA Piggush Financial Consultants are separate entities from LPL Financial. The financial professionals associated with LPL Financial may discuss and/or transact business only with residents of the states in which they are properly registered.Third-party posts found on this profile do not reflect the views of LPL Financial and have not been reviewed by LPL Financial as to accuracy or completeness.

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Horace Mann was founded in 1945 by two educators in Springfield, Ill., who believed teachers deserved affordable auto insurance. Originally called the Illinois Education Association Mutual Insurance Company, our name was changed to honor the father of the American public education system, Horace Mann. We are proud to share his name. At Horace Mann, the hard work, commitment and dedication of our employees are the foundation of our success. And today we are the largest, national multiline insurance company dedicated to serving America’s educators and their families. Our purpose is to provide lifelong financial well-being for educators and their families through personalized service, advice, and a full range of tailored insurance and financial products. Through our professional agents and their staff, we offer insurance and financial products to the educational community across the United States. Horace Mann offers auto, homeowners and life insurance, retirement annuities, and other financial solutions to educators and their families. We also proudly support our nation’s educators through recognition programs and classroom funding opportunities through DonorsChoose.org. If you respect the teaching community and feel you can help us take care of educators'​ futures, choose the path you’d like to explore at http://www.horacemann.com/about-us/careers.