Brianne Faulkner is a CFP® with six years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Principal Financial Services. She has previously worked at First Investments & Planning and Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, INC. She has experience in life, disability, annuities, long-term care, health, Medicare supplements, and group benefits insurance products. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors and qualified retirement plans. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager programs, implementing investments primarily on a discretionary basis.

Stephen Mercer is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Tyler, Texas. He has 26 years of industry experience, including 23 years with Principal Financial Services and Principal Life Insurance Company. Mercer is also involved in outside insurance activities, including fixed annuities, fixed life, long-term care, group, health, and disability insurance. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a broad client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and active-duty U.S. military personnel abroad. The firm’s advisory services include direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

Sudeep Mitra is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services and holds a Series 66 designation. He has four years of industry experience, including prior roles at PNC Investments and Prudential Insurance Company of America. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a broad client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and active-duty U.S. military personnel overseas. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

Jared Gonnering is a financial professional with Principal Financial Services and holds a Series 66 designation. He has three years of industry experience, including roles at Principal Life Insurance Company and Farmstead Financial LLC. He is a co-owner of Farmstead Financial LLC, which provides tax preparation, accounting, and business consulting services. Principal Securities offers brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual and high net worth investors, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm’s advisory services emphasize direct advisory programs, financial planning, and access to third-party money manager solutions under various advisory and promoter arrangements.

Han Chen is a CFA® charterholder with 28 years of industry experience, currently serving at Principal Financial Services since 2008. His prior experience includes a year at Wells Fargo Clearing. He is also involved in selling fixed life insurance, fixed annuities, long-term care insurance, and disability insurance through various carriers. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, corporations, and active-duty U.S. military personnel abroad. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

Kara Rauert is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in York, Nebraska, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at MML Investors Services LLC, Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company, and nearly two decades at Cornerstone Bank. She is also the owner of Four Princesses LLC, a single-family rental business, and a co-owner of Girard Ag Group LLC and Girard Land Holdings LLC, which manage farmland rented to family operators. Principal Securities provides brokerage and investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers through various advisory and promoter arrangements.

Chinthalapalli Uma is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Principal in 2023, Uma worked for various firms including Cetera Adviser Networks LLC and First Allied Securities, INC. from 2015 to 2023. Principal Securities offers brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and active-duty U.S. military personnel stationed abroad. The firm’s advisory services focus on direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed accounts.

Britney Carpenter is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with seven years of experience, currently practicing at Principal Financial Services. She is a partner at Johnson Carpenter Wealth Management and holds a Series 66 license. Her prior work includes roles at Principal Securities Incorporated, Principal Life Insurance Company, and Vicky Johnson. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and business entities. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager solutions under various advisory and promoter arrangements.

Robert Pactwa Jr. is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Parsippany, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Edward Jones and Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and active-duty U.S. military personnel stationed abroad. The firm’s services include direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

Kyle Nicholson is a financial advisor at Principal Financial Services with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He previously worked with Principal Securities, Inc. and Principal Life Insurance Company, and has experience in insurance agencies and other business roles. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money manager solutions under various advisory and promoter arrangements.

Mark Lehmann is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with Principal Financial Services, based in Mason City, IA. He has 25 years of industry experience, including roles at Principal Securities Inc. since 2016 and Principal Life Insurance Co. since 1993. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as Treasurer for Trinity Lutheran Church in Mason City, managing the church’s budget and financial reporting. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a wide range of clients, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager solutions under various advisory and referral arrangements.

Richard Love II is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services based in Carlsbad, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 15 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Kepha Wealth and Benefits Management, WestCorp Financial and Insurance Services, and Principal-affiliated companies. Outside of financial services, he is involved in equipment sales through Lionheart Enterprises, selling dash cams and solar generators. Principal Financial Services provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers under various arrangements.

Michael Dostal is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Bucyrus, Ohio, holding over 10 years of industry experience. He has worked with Dostal & Kirk, Inc. since 2017 and held roles at Principal Life Insurance Company and Princor Financial Services Corporation. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on multiple local boards, including the Community Foundation for Crawford County and the Ohio State University at Marion advisory board. Principal Securities offers brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and military personnel. The firm provides financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money manager programs under various advisory and promoter arrangements.

Richard Schweninger is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Wichita, KS, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. His career includes long-term roles at Principal Life Insurance Company and Kenneth Dingwall Insurance, along with a recent four-year tenure at Union Financial, Inc. He is involved in selling a variety of insurance products, including disability income insurance, individual and group medical, dental, and Medicare supplement policies. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and active-duty military personnel. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money manager solutions through various advisory and promoter arrangements.

Ray Avrett is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Atlanta, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He has worked at firms including New York Life, Northwestern Mutual, and National Life before joining Principal in 2019. Avrett also maintains an agent role for fixed insurance products such as fixed life, long-term care, disability insurance, annuities, and group health. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and active-duty military personnel stationed abroad. The firm emphasizes financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager programs delivered through various advisory and promoter arrangements.

Kerolous Botros is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 16 years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at NCDI Doctors and Principal Life Insurance Company, where he remains active. Outside of his advisory duties, he owns Botro Enterprise, LLC, a business established to track income and expenses. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and active-duty U.S. military personnel abroad. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager programs under various advisory and promoter arrangements.

William Jaconette is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Lansing, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing nine years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at PNC Bank and Principal Securities Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a golf teaching professional with the PGA of America and is a board member and vice president of the Blended Learning Academy Credit Recovery High School. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and business entities. The firm offers financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money manager solutions through various advisory and promoter arrangements.

Gretchen Barress is a financial advisor at Principal Financial Services with over 31 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has worked at Principal Securities Inc. since 2016 and Principal Life Insurance Company since 1994. She volunteers internally to lead a wellness pilot program at Principal, partnering with The Physician's Committee for Responsible Medicine and participating in related educational events. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and businesses. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, and access to third-party money manager solutions, with advisory and promoter arrangements supporting client investment management and ongoing reviews.

Matthew Dobbins is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Lake Elmo, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 26 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Thrivent Financial For Lutherans and associated investment management firms for over 20 years before joining Principal and related entities in 2023. Outside of his advisory role, he coaches third-grade boys' basketball and works in ski equipment sales. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and businesses. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers through various advisory and promoter arrangements.

Mark Berdan is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in San Diego, CA, holding the ChFC® and Series 63 credentials and possessing 39 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Principal Life Insurance Company since 1998 and operates Mark Berdan Insurance Services, Inc. in addition to his advisory work. Berdan also sells health insurance and ancillary group benefits through various carriers. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and active-duty U.S. military personnel stationed internationally. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager programs, with investment implementation typically managed on a discretionary basis.