Naperville Team

For Scott Zagurski, being a financial advisor is much more than a career. It’s a calling to help people succeed and make a true impact in the lives of his clients. In his role as Managing Partner – Senior Financial Advisor, Scott is committed to being a positive influence to both the advisors and the clients at Great Lakes Asset Management. He strives to deliver confindence trustworthy plans that clients can follow to achieve their most closely held goals.

After building a successful 35+ year career at places like Merrill Lynch, Smith Barney, and Wells Fargo, Scott helped pioneer Great Lakes Asset Management to deliver an investment philosophy and partnership that lifts clients up during the good times – and helps them maintain long-term perspective during uncertain moments. As a family-focused practice built in part by a family, his mission is to alleviate financial anxiety so his clients can focus on the truly important things in life.

A lifelong resident of the western suburbs of Chicago with a deep faith, it’s always been an important value of Scott’s to make a difference in his community. He is an avid supporter of his Church, Tunnels to Towers, St. Jude’s Hospital, Shriners, and many similar organizations. Family is at the center of everything for Scott, which is why he loves spending time with his extended family and friends who all live in the area. When he does get some free time, you’ll find him outdoors either on the pickleball court, the bike trail, or hitting the links!

As a Financial Advisor, Chuck Nunley is dedicated to helping individuals and businesses develop financial and investment strategies that align with their needs, goals, and risk tolerance. His mission is to provide each client with comprehensive financial advice and portfolio management recommendations, delivered with the highest level of personal service and professional integrity.

Chuck began his career as a fixed income derivatives trader on the floor of the Chicago Board of Trade. After twenty years as a member of the CBOT, Chuck co-founded a real estate development firm, with a focus on commercial and industrial land development. As a business owner, Chuck saw the advantages of having a greater understanding of financials, taxes, and their implications. With a Bachelor of Science in Finance, Chuck went back to school and attended DePaul University to earn a Master of Accountancy. With this education, Chuck joined BDO as a member of the Private Client Services Group. In 2021, Chuck joined Great Lakes Asset Management, where he strives to help each client meet their financial goals.

Chuck and his wife Vanessa raised their two grown children in Wheaton, Illinois, where they still live with their dog, Dugan. He enjoys auto racing, golf, cycling, and working out.

Throughout his 30-plus years of being a dependable financial steward for his clients, there is little Jason Stallmann hasn’t faced – or overcome. As Managing Director – Investment Officer at Great Lakes Asset Management of Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, Jason pairs his industry expertise with a friendly approach designed to help his clients seek their happiness in life. His goal is to help clients get the most out of every day by showing them how to effectively manage their finances both before and during retirement.

After building his professional acumen in investment and income planning at places like Merril Lynch, Smith Barney, and Wells Fargo Advisors, Jason and his established team built Great Lakes Asset Management under the Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network umbrella to better serve their clients and take control of day-to-day operations. He fulfilled the extensive educational requirements to earn the PIM Portfolio Manager designation, which grants him discretionary control for clients who seek to entrust him with portfolio-related buying & selling decisions. Jason backs this all up with a BS from the University of Kansas.

A fun-loving family man before all else, Jason spends time and energy in his personal life lifting his loved ones up. Having both a father and son affected by the disease, he is an avid supporter of the JDRF and its vision of a world without diabetes. Second only to his family, Jason’s great love in life is golfing - you’ll often find him on the links with his clients, friends, and loved ones when he’s not in the office.

The PIM program is not designed for excessively traded or inactive accounts and is not appropriate for all investors. Please carefully review the Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network advisory disclosure document for a full description of our services. The minimum account size for this program is $50,000.00.

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With a personal passion for health, wealth, and freedom, being a financial advisor is much more than a career for Laura Toms. It’s a calling to offer the personalized and thoughtful service her clients deserve, as well as to be a comforting guide through turbulent markets. Empathetic to the common investor’s concerns as she is knowledgeable about wealth management, those Laura serves know her to take interest in all aspects of their lives before providing trustworthy advice for both their long- and short-term goals. Always striving to go beyond the industry’s standards, she makes a personal promise to help her clients live the one life they have the best way they can.

With over 25 years of experience navigating through intricate financial and investment decisions with her clients, there is little Laura hasn’t helped them face – or overcome. Throughout her time at A.G. Edwards and Wells Fargo Advisors, she learned the value of always being available for those she serves, truly putting herself in their position, and never forgetting that she is an investor too. Laura went independent to have the freedom to do what is best for her clients, like helping calm them when they may be feeling unsure or unsettled about volatility. As a voracious student of the industry, Laura earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ to help her find solutions to the myriad of issues her clients might be facing.

A lifelong resident of the western suburbs of Chicago who raised a family there with her high school sweetheart, Laura is thrilled to have her 3 grown children, their spouses, and grandchildren all live nearby for frequent get-togethers like holiday and birthday celebrations. From up mountains, to across oceans, to exploring modern cities and visiting ancient ruins, she and her family also enjoy going on adventures together. Laura gives back to the community through her support of the Northern IL Food Pantry. In her free time, you’ll find her on the tennis court, cycling, or hiking a nearby trail!

As the Managing Director – Investments at Great Lakes Asset Management, Todd Zagurski infuses friendliness with expertise when creating wealth management plans tailored to his client’s exacting needs. As an independent advisor with the power of Wells Fargo’s vast resources, Todd takes joy in partnering with his clients for the entire financial journey.

With over 30 years of experience in investment planning, Todd has the wherewithal and knowledge to help guide his clients through any market situation. He built his proficiencies at places like Merrill Lynch and Wells Fargo Advisors before pioneering Great Lakes Asset Management to serve his clients and their families on a much deeper level.

Always wanting to do better for his clients, Todd went through the rigorous requirements to become a PIM Portfolio Manager. Upon building trusting relationships with his clients, this means he can take discretionary control of their portfolios in an effort to truly streamline & simplify their investment planning.

The PIM Program is not designed for excessively traded or inactive accounts and is not appropriate for all investors. Please carefully review the Wells Fargo Advisors advisory disclosure document for a full description of our services. The minimum account size for this program is $50,000.

Mary “Biz” Currie helps enforce the golden rule as Assistant Vice President & Senior Client Service Associate at Great Lakes Asset Management. Be it optimizing day-to-day operations, bolstering communications, or preparing for meetings and events, Biz strives to deliver the high level of service she would want herself. Having been with the team since 1999, she’s become a true friend to many of those she serves. When Biz is involved, quick questions from clients will often turn into heart-to-heart conversations about the deepest aspects of this life!

A nearly-40 year veteran of the industry, Biz started at a predecessor firm to Smith Barney before eventually joining the firm that would become Wells Fargo Advisors. In addition to developing talents for almost all aspects of financial services throughout that time, she became known for always seeking the goodness in people and bringing bright smiles to the faces of both advisors and clients alike. As an integral part of the group that built Great Lakes Asset Management, Biz’s extensive knowledge of both the team’s history and the industry provides consistency and comfort to those she serves.

Family is at the center of everything for Biz. She cherishes spending time with her loved ones, especially trying new ice cream, shopping, playing cards, and watching movies with her siblings, nieces, nephews and extended family. Outside of that, you’ll either find Biz in the crowd at local and professional sporting events or out with friends dancing to live music!

No matter what the issue, Mary Ann Nigro stands ready to promptly assist. As a Senior Client Service Assistant, Mary Ann is a helpful, kind professional who strives to make life easier for both the clients and advisors at Great Lakes Asset Management. Whether it's executing transactions, bolstering communications, or preparing for meetings, she helps provides support for clients on the path to achieving their goals.

Throughout all of her 30+ year career in financial services, Mary Ann has always maintained a voracious thirst for learning new things. She worked at places like Merril Lynch, Smith Barney and Wells Fargo Advisors before joining the team that would go on to pioneer Great Lakes Asset Management. Furthermore, Mary Ann contributes to the outside business community as a frequent volunteer for the Wesmont Chamber of Commerce and the Westmont Rotary Club. She considers it an honor and privilege to have been named a past Rotarian of the Year.

As several of Mary Ann’s family members have been affected by Polycystic Kidney disease, she is a large supporter of the PKD foundation as they get closer and closer to a cure. In addition to having an innate zeal for preparing culinary delights, her love for others drives her to plan robust events for both the community and her family. When Mary Ann does get some free time, you’ll find her with family and friends sharing a meal, enjoying a show at the theater, or cutting a rug on the dance floor!

While her title is Senior Client Service Associate, Cindi Tarran is more like a ringleader at Great Lakes Asset Management. In addition to streamlining the day-to-day operations for advisors while balancing branch management responsibilities, Cindi is a reliable, trusted professional who connects with those she serves to help them meet their financial goals.

One thing to know about Cindi is that she loves growing by learning something new every day. As she built her talents in client service at places like E F Hutton, JP Morgan Chase, and Wachovia Securities, she never stopped striving to improve her capabilities. As part of Great Lakes Asset Management’s independent team, Cindi is the vanguard who upholds the practice’s high standards when delivering for clients.

Family is everything to Cindi. Whether they’re going on adventures kayaking, grilling out, or connecting around the bonfire, she’s at her best when spending time with her loved ones. Her heart for others goes beyond that though, as she helps support the mission of St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Born and raised in Aurora before moving to Montgomery, IL upon getting married, Cindi enjoys simple pleasures like long walks outdoors, puttering in the garden, and humming along to a good country song. Having recently purchased a quiet little cabin in the woods, you’ll find her spending her weekends there finding peace in the tranquil beauty of nature.