Our Mission

We are an Ameriprise Private Wealth Advisory practice comprised of deeply committed, values-based professionals who provide individualized guidance and a highly engaged standard of care to individuals, families, and businesses both locally and around the country.

Our mission is to become our clients’ most trusted partner by leveraging our experience, resources, and passion for making a difference to help our clients define and pursue what matters most in their financial lives.


Our advisors

Kevin Koney

CFP®, CRPC, RICP®

Private Wealth Advisor

President of Koney Wealth Advisors
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Christopher M Shriver

MBA, CFP®, CRPC, RICP®

Financial Advisor

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional
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Patricia A Koney

CFP®

Financial Advisor

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional
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Casey Adams

CFP®

Financial Advisor

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional
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Our team

Sheila McFarland, MBA

Sheila McFarland, MBA

Client Service Manager

Personal Intro

Sheila joined Koney Wealth Advisors in May 2018. She has been in the financial services industry for over 20 years. Sheila graduated with a Bachelors in Economics from Wellesley College and obtained her Masters in Business Administration from University of Chicago Booth School of Business. She lives in Frankfort with her fiance Mike and their four dogs.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Client service
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Trades and money movement transactions
  • Account service
  • Office operations
  • Series 7 and 66 licensed
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Nancy Bartels

Nancy Bartels

Financial Planning Specialist

Personal Intro

Nancy joined the Koney Wealth Advisors team in September 2016 as a Financial Planning Assistant after working numerous years in banking and investments. Bachelors in Business Administration from Illinois State University and obtained her Masters of Business Administration from the University of St. Francis. Volunteers her time with the Joliet Township High School Alumni Association.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Financial planning support
  • Client service
  • Secure Site and Total View assistance
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Mary Jo Foss

Mary Jo Foss

Client Service Manager

Personal Intro

Mary Jo joined Koney Wealth Advisors in February 2019. She has been in the financial services industry for 8 years. Prior to transitioning to the financial services industry, Mary Jo had a successful career with the Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co. for 18 years as a Stockholder Relations Manager. She and her husband enjoy spending time with family and friends, hiking and traveling.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Client service
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Account Service
  • Office Operations
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Jami Ryan

Jami Ryan

Administrative Assistant

Personal Intro

Jami joined Koney Wealth Advisors in January of 2015 as a part time Administrative Assistant. She received her Bachelors in Fashion Merchandising and Business Management. Jami pursued her passion in the fashion industry for 13 years before her transition to working at home and raising three young boys.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Client concierge service
  • Marketing support
  • Office operations
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Kelly Popp

Administrative Assistant

Personal Intro

Kelly joined Koney Wealth Advisors in April 2017 as a part time Administrative Assistant. She received her Bachelors in Marketing from DePaul University and obtained her Masters in Education from University of St. Francis and began teaching. She then transitioned to working at home to raise her three young children.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Client conceirge service
  • Marketing support
  • Office operations
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