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The team at Scott Tucker Solutions, Inc., is proud to serve their clients in an independent capacity.
President & Investment Adviser Representative
Scott Tucker grew up in Lansing, Michigan, but has called Chicagoland home since 1998.
Formerly a Chicago resident, he has resided in Mount Prospect since 2022.
A lifelong Detroit Red Wings fan, he proudly wears his Detroit Red Wings jersey to the United Center whenever they’re in town.
Blackhawks fans wave at him, without using all their fingers, making it clear that he’s number one.
Scott is the author of Illinois Graverobbers, Escape Illinois: Should I Stay or Should I Go?, and The Fireman’s Guide to Deferred Compensation.
He is also a contributor to Kiplinger and co-host of Retirement Decoded with Scott Tucker & Amy Jacobson on AM 560 The Answer (WIND).
Passionate about education, Scott teaches workshops in classroom settings at DePaul University, Oakton College, and the Mount Prospect Public Library, among others.
His workshops cover estate planning, tax planning, investment risk and reward, asset protection trusts (for long-term care), health insurance and Medicare, revocable and irrevocable trusts, pour-over wills, Social Security retirement, testamentary trusts, credit shelter trusts, Qualified Terminable Interest Property trusts, Qualified Domestic Trusts, Charitable Lead Trusts, Charitable Remainder Trusts, Grantor Retained Unitrusts, Intentionally Defective Grantor Trusts, Spousal Lifetime Access Trusts, Family Limited Partnerships, Family Limited Liability Companies, Special Needs Trusts, Spendthrift Trusts, Domestic Asset Protection Trusts, Blind Trusts, Donor-Advised Funds, Private Family Foundations, Pooled Income Funds, Business Succession Trusts, Buy-Sell Agreements, Qualified Personal Residence Trusts, tenancy structuring, Foreign Grantor Trusts, expatriate estate planning, treaty-based estate planning, and related topics.
A United States Navy veteran, Scott served 5 years on active duty as a cryptologist (code breaker). His service took him all around the world, including 2 years stationed in Scotland on a Royal Air Force base, where he played hockey for the Aberdeen Northstars, and 2 years on board the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), working on the flight deck as a technician—identified by his green jersey.
Scott’s military service earned him a Flag Letter of Commendation from Rear Admiral Fallon, a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, and selection for White House duty based on his distinguished service record.
The Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF®) Designation demonstrates the individual has met educational standards to carry out a fiduciary standard of care and acting in a client's best interest.
National Social Security Advisor Certificate Program (NSSA) is a certification created by the National Social Security Association, a for-profit entity. The NSSA Certificate Program grants a Certificate to those who complete the one-day course and pass the proctored assessment. NSSA is independently accredited by The Institute in Credentialing Excellence (ICE). NSSA is not affiliated with, nor endorsed by, the Social Security Administration or any governmental agency.
Syeda Mahmood
Client Service Associate
Syeda brings prior experience in the financial industry working around ultra-high-net-worth families, where she enjoyed supporting the team as they helped clients navigate important financial decisions.
Syeda is dedicated to staying informed and pursuing new insights as part of her as part of her ongoing commitment to professional growth.
Originally born in London, Syeda moved to the United States at age 15, bringing with her a global perspective and rich cultural background.
Andriy Hudyy, NSSA
Associate Advisor
Born in Ukraine, Andriy’s family immigrated to the U.S. when he was just 3-years-old.
When a translator in Ukraine was helping with Andriy’s passport, they turned "Андрій Xудий" into “Andriy Hudyy.”
“My first name is pronounced ‘André,’ as it is in French, which most Americans have no trouble pronouncing. So that translation mishap wasn’t helpful.”
And his last name is pronounced “Who-Dee,” but is spelled “Hudyy,” again, thanks to the well-meaning translator.
Andriy attended Downers Grove South, and played football for the Mustangs, at right tackle.
At 19, he became a U.S. Citizen.
A Ukrainian Catholic, Andriy graduated from Loyola University Chicago, with a Bachelor's of Business Administration in Finance.
He went on to work at TD Ameritrade on their derivatives trading desk.
From there, Andriy went to JP Morgan, where he focused on retirement planning.
His fiancé, Lauren, is a 4th grade teacher.
Andriy enjoys being outdoors, spending time walking around the city, exploring, and trying new food.
He also enjoys fishing, biking, and swimming.
Max Rinn, NSSA
Associate Advisor
Max is a seasoned independent and financial professional with a broad background in wealth management and investment advisory.
He began his journey in finance at the University of Cincinnati, where he earned a degree in Finance and gained international experience working at a real estate and wealth management firm in Hong Kong.
Following graduation, Max launched his advisory career at Merrill Lynch before being recruited by J.P. Morgan’s Private Bank. There, he served ultra-high-net-worth clients, tailoring sophisticated financial strategies to meet their complex needs.
He later joined Fisher Investments as an Investment Counselor, where he spent over two years developing customized financial plans and teaching Capital Markets to both clients and peers.
Today, Max brings his deep knowledge and client-focused philosophy to Scott Tucker Solutions, where he is dedicated to helping individuals and families achieve financial independence through strategic guidance, innovative planning, and a commitment to excellence.
Max holds a Series 65 license and previously held Series 7 and 66 licenses. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, cooking, fitness, and lifelong learning.
National Social Security Advisor Certificate Program (NSSA) is a certification created by the National Social Security Association, a for-profit entity. The NSSA Certificate Program grants a Certificate to those who complete the one-day course and pass the proctored assessment. NSSA is independently accredited by The Institute in Credentialing Excellence (ICE). NSSA is not affiliated with, nor endorsed by, the Social Security Administration or any governmental agency.
Julie Foley
Client Service Associate
The daughter of a Chicago police officer, Julie was raised in Edison Park, and lived there for more than 45 years.
She now lives in Park Ridge, with her partner, Mick, and is the proud mom of one daughter.
Julie's been volunteering at the Windy City Church's food pantry, in Norwood Park, for more than 10 years.
In her free time, Julie enjoys traveling, experimenting with new recipes, bowling, swimming, and spending time with family & friends.
Amy Jacobson
Radio Show Co-Host
Amy Jacobson is a veteran Chicago broadcaster with more than 25 years of experience in television and radio.
She spent 12 years as a reporter with NBC 5 WMAQ, covering breaking news and in-depth community stories.
For 15 years, she was a familiar voice on morning drive radio at AM 560 The Answer, where she co-hosted The Morning Answer and became known for her sharp insight, quick wit, and fearless take on the day’s headlines.
Today, Amy is the co-host of Retirement Decoded with Scott Tucker, our two-hour program airing every Sunday morning, where she brings her trademark energy and perspective to conversations that help listeners make sense of retirement, investing, and financial planning.
Keith Conrad
Radio Producer Extraordinaire
Keith was born in Elgin, and grew up in Streamwood.
But somewhere along the line, something went terribly wrong…
The Conrad family moved south, all the way to Huntsville, Alabama.
Keith never quite fully recovered.
Although his dad is a retired rocket scientist, and his mom is an expert with numbers, Keith can barely add.
So Keith shunned the fame & the money of the United States' space program for a career in radio broadcasting!
He began his radio career the day after the 2000 Presidential election, that whole dangling chad thing, at News/Talk 770 WVNN in Huntsville, Alabama.
For 5 years he worked as the morning producer, the afternoon producer, and the official radio station car washer, as he worked his way through college.
From Huntsville, Keith finally made his way back to the Midwest, and spent 2 years serving as the morning producer for News/Talk 1130 WISN in Milwaukee.
Things were going great guns for Keith until he and the rest of the morning show crew fell victim to The Great Clear Channel Purge of 2007.
Since Keith lost his job just before The Great Recession, he's always fancied himself a sort of trendsetter.
He quickly recovered and took a job as the morning producer for WGST radio, in Atlanta, where he managed to survive The Great Clear Channel Purge of 2009!
Of course, as much Keith enjoyed the 105-degree summers, and constantly being called a “Yankee,” and “Carpetbagger” (all over again), Keith always wanted to get back home to his Chicago roots.
And in July of 2009, Keith finally got the call from AM 560 WIND!
So he packed-up his George Foreman Grill, and his Xbox, and drove north throughout the night, to become the morning show producer for Big John Howell & Amy Jacobson.
Later came Keith's all too brief stops at AM 720 WGN, and at AM 890 WLS, before a return to AM 560 WIND.
Ah, the unpredictability of radio.
Natalie Kallis
Event Planning
A fan favorite, Natalie has been helping at the company’s workshops since 2015.
Natalie’s best trait is empathy for others.
She also loves helping seniors, as her hero was her grandpa.
Her grandpa survived the Great Depression, and was a Korean War Veteran (Army).
In her time off, Natalie enjoys “decorating for each holiday.”
Who’s her favorite NFL player? “J.J. Watt! He loves his grandma!”
Gladys Kozlin
Event Specialist
Gladys was born in Colombia (South America) and is fluent in Spanish & English.
She grew-up in Chicago.
Educated in business administration, Gladys worked in the upper echelons of corporate America for over 30 years.
She worked with the president of McDonald’s distribution & logistics company, the CEO of IGA, and the Chief Operating Officer of Vector Securities.
Gladys has a very strong work ethic.
Her favorite past-times are spending time with her family, playing the piano, and dancing up a storm whenever possible.
To schedule a time to discuss your financial future and the possible role of investments and insurance in your financial strategy,
contact us at Info@ScottTuckerSolutions.com or call us at 847.786.9872 today!