John Stanton

Founder/Wealth Advisor

Phone: 630-445-2380
Mobile: 630-886-7248
E-mail: mailto:jstanton@stantongroupwp.com

John Stanton is the founder of Stanton Group Wealth Partners, a premier financial planning and investment management firm dedicated to serving high-net-worth individuals and families.

Serving as the lead advisor, John draws on several decades of experience to craft comprehensive financial plans backed by customized investment strategies. He and his team specialize in helping successful business professionals preserve, protect, and thoughtfully pass along their hard-earned wealth across generations. 

John’s career includes key roles within the Global Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley, as well as executive leadership positions at two distinguished investment management firms. These experiences sharpened his expertise in portfolio construction, risk management, and client-centered advisory services.

He holds a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and Business Management from DePaul University and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Business from Eastern Illinois University. 

Outside the office, John and his wife, Jill, treasure time spent with family and friends. They are passionate outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy hiking, golf, tennis, and exploring new destinations—particularly those offering beautiful beaches and breathtaking sunsets.

Erika Buchta

Client & Office Services Associate

Erika  brings exceptional organizational talent and a client-first mindset to Stanton Group Wealth Partners, where she serves as Client & Office Services Associate. Since joining the firm in 2021, she has played a key role in ensuring smooth operations by coordinating new client onboarding, account openings and maintenance, and a wide range of office projects. Her natural attention to detail and highly organized approach allow her to manage multiple priorities with efficiency and care. 

Erika’s ability to balance professional responsibilities with her personal life shines through in everything she does. A dedicated mother to daughters Isabel and Natalia, she and her husband Jessie navigate family life with the same grace and structure she brings to the office. 

With a background that includes education at Morton College and prior experience supporting client services in the wealth management space, Erika is a valued member of the Stanton Group team—helping clients feel supported and confident from their very first interaction. Her proactive, reliable presence helps the firm deliver the seamless, high-touch service its clients expect. 

When Im Not Working

I enjoy spending time with my family, exploring local parks and trails, and working on my health. I love learning new things, whether through books, documentaries, or online courses, and I have a creative side that enjoys writing and journaling.  I'm always looking for ways to grow, both personally and professionally.

Alec Stanton

Alec Stanton supports Stanton Group Wealth Partners as an Insurance Case Planning Analyst, contributing specialized expertise to the firm’s insurance-related client strategies and case coordination. His role focuses on helping deliver comprehensive, tailored insurance planning solutions that align with clients’ broader wealth management and financial protection goals.

A Naperville-area native with strong local roots, Alec brings a detail-oriented and client-focused approach to his work. He draws on a solid educational foundation from Northern Illinois University and prior professional experience in education and coaching, where he developed strong organizational skills, communication abilities, and a commitment to supporting others in achieving their objectives. 

Outside the office, Alec remains passionate about physical education, coaching, and staying active in the community—qualities that complement his professional contributions with energy, discipline, and a people-first mindset.

When Im Not Working 

When not working,  I am usually doing something active.  I enjoy playing and watching football (Go Bears!)  working out,  and getting out on the mountain whenever there's a chance to snowboard.  I'm also a big punk rock fan, and like spending time playing guitar,  learning new songs. 
 
 
 

Strategic Partners

As your needs become more complex, we have developed relationships with a small group of wealth strategy professionals who are available to consult with our clients on a wide range of issues associated with the accumulation, preservation and transfer of family wealth.

These professionals include CPAs, Tax Professionals, Estate Planning Attorneys, Business Attorneys, Commercial Bankers, Mortgage Bankers, and an Insurance Advisor.

We make no representation or endorsement of any third-party services or individuals or entities providing them. We work equally well with our client's established professional relationships.

Tax & Accounting

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Peter Schimmel, CPA , MST, Senior Managing Member

Hegre, McMahon & Schimmel, LLC
https://hmscpatax.com/pete-schimmel/

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Dan Niforatos CPA, Principal

Miller Cooper
https://millercooper.com/principals/dan-niforatos-cpa-principal/

Corporate & Estate Counsel

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Jason Doran, Partner

Momkus LLC
https://www.momkus.com/jason-a-doran.html

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Ted Kuczek
Kuczek & Associates
http://www.kuczek.com/attorneys.html

Insurance

Eugene Cohen Insurance Agency Inc.
www.cohenagency.com

Real Estate

Jill Stanton

Jill Stanton

Kimberly Zahand Team /Keller Williams
https://www.kimberlyzahandteam.com/blog/agent-spotlight-jill-stanton

Jay Cunningham

Jay Cunningham, Senior Loan Officer

First State Mortgage
www.firststatemortgage.biz/officers/jay-cunningham/