Andrew Bowman is a financial advisor at Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors, Inc. with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Independent Financial Group, LLC, Annandale School District, and Hoffman Construction. Outside of advising, he has served as an administrative assistant. Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors, Inc. is a team-based registered investment adviser managing approximately $354 million across more than 1,000 client accounts. The firm serves individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and businesses, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management alongside fixed-fee financial consulting services.

Stephen Garvin is a financial advisor with Sandhill Investment Management in Buffalo, MN, holding the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Sandhill since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, Garvin is involved in several business ventures, including ownership of a family apple orchard and participation as a limited partner in a restaurant. Sandhill Investment Management serves individual and high-net-worth investors, institutions, retirement plans, and trusts, providing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, model delivery for UMA programs, and sub-advisory services. The firm employs a research-driven investment process focused on fundamental analysis and valuation, generally pursuing long-term equity positions and cyclical entry points.

Daniel Dougherty is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with over 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors, Inc. since 2015 and is a 50% owner of the firm. The firm is a team-based registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. Dougherty & Associates manages approximately $354 million across more than 1,000 client accounts, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with an investment approach that includes mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and fixed income.

Lisa Geyen is a financial advisor at Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors, Inc. with 17 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and has worked at Dougherty & Associates and Independent Financial Group during her career. Geyen also assists in compliance activities for the firm. Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors, Inc. is a team-based registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm manages approximately $354 million across over 1,000 client accounts, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with an investment approach that includes mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and fixed income.

Jared Holt is a financial advisor at Ascent Advisors with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Triad Advisors and Harbour Investments. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as CEO of Ascent Financial, an insurance and consulting business. Ascent Advisors provides portfolio management and advisory services to pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and individual investors. The firm uses a multi-method investment process combining fundamental, quantitative, technical, and charting analysis, and offers specialized consulting on Delaware Statutory Trusts and 1031 exchange planning.

Dillon Dougherty is a financial advisor at Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors, Inc. with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked primarily at Dougherty & Associates since 2015. In addition to his advisory role, he is a licensed insurance agent offering various insurance products. Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors, Inc. is a team-based registered investment adviser managing approximately $354 million across more than 1,000 client accounts. The firm serves individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and businesses, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with an investment approach that includes mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and other securities.

Kerry Schmitz is a CFP® professional with 23 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors, Inc. since 2013 and also works with Independent Financial Group. Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors, Inc. is a team-based registered investment adviser managing approximately $354 million across more than 1,000 client accounts. The firm serves individuals, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and businesses, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with an investment approach that includes mutual funds, ETFs, equities, debt instruments, and other strategies tailored to client objectives and risk tolerance.

David Zumbusch is a CFP® professional with 31 years of industry experience, currently serving at Inspire Advisors, LLC since 2020. He previously worked with Securities America Advisors, Inc. and Securities America, Inc. from 2002 to 2020 and has operated his own practice, LBZ Investments, since 2006. Outside of advising, he is involved in managing agricultural rental land and commercial office space with his wife. Inspire Advisors, LLC is a multi-advisor registered investment adviser managing over $1 billion for individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm integrates Biblically Responsible Investing through proprietary tools and employs a range of portfolio strategies, including model allocations and proprietary ETFs.

Beau Zumbusch is a financial advisor at Inspire Advisors, LLC with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Securities America Advisors and Securities America Inc. since 2015. In addition to his advisory role, Zumbusch is also engaged in insurance sales. Inspire Advisors, LLC is a multi-advisor registered investment adviser managing approximately $1.03 billion for around 3,800 clients, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm incorporates Biblically Responsible Investing using proprietary scoring and screening tools and employs a range of investment strategies including index-based, strategic, and tactical allocations.

Hiedi Hendrickson is a CFP® professional with 26 years of experience in the financial services industry. She has been with OSAIC since 2024 and previously worked at Securities America Advisors Inc. from 2005 to 2024. In addition to her advisory role, she owns and manages an independent insurance agency specializing in fixed insurance products including health insurance and Medicare plans. OSAIC is a large investment advisory and broker-dealer firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a technology-driven investment process and offers a wide range of programs and access to multiple custodial platforms.

Derek Larson is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Buffalo, MN, with seven years of industry experience. He has held his current role since 2018 and previously worked for Suburban Manufacturing Group from 2013 to 2018. Larson holds a Series 66 designation. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of investment strategies and affiliated products through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Megan Reichel is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and one year of experience at the firm. Prior to joining Edward Jones, she held various roles including ownership and management positions in hospitality and event center businesses. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory services and investment strategies supported by a large national network of financial advisors.

Steven Novacek is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked in physical therapy and wellness and has been the head volleyball coach for Buffalo High School. He is also co-owner of NoMa LLC, a fitness business in Buffalo, MN. Edward Jones is a wealth management firm serving over four million clients, including individual and institutional investors. The firm offers a range of advisory services and investment strategies supported by a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Eric Reiner is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Monticello, MN, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2024, he worked for Beckhoff Automation LLC for 15 years. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service tailored to individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written recommendation reports focused on income sources, Social Security options, and withdrawal strategies.

Thomas Steidl is a CFP® with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2014. He owns Steidlbros LLC, which provides payroll services, and serves on the Board of Directors for the Delano Athletic Club. Additionally, he volunteers pro bono CFP® services through the Angel Foundation’s Financial Cancer Care Program and the Coordinated Assistance Network, assisting veterans and military families. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing tailored recommendations on income sources, Social Security, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic automation to deliver these services through a centralized consulting team in partnership with financial advisors.

Mark Rethman is a CFP® and ChFC® professional with 17 years of experience in the financial services industry, all of which have been with Edward Jones. He holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Buffalo, MN. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment strategies and advisory services under a fiduciary standard, supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 advisors and 15,000 branch offices.

Don Guggemos Jr. is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Winsted, MN, and has 28 years of industry experience. He has worked with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on several local boards, including the Priests' Pension Plan Board of Trustees and the Winsted Area Chamber of Commerce, and is involved in religious education and veterans' organizations. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients nearing or in retirement, emphasizing tax-smart withdrawal strategies and integrated portfolio analysis. The firm employs a centralized consulting team that combines research, modeling, and algorithmic tools to generate tailored retirement recommendations.

Michael Kloubec is a CFP® professional with 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Ameriprise since 1993, currently serving as an advisor in Buffalo, MN. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a committee chair on the board of Wright County Ducks Unlimited. Ameriprise is an institutional firm offering a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, written recommendation reports, supported by a centralized consulting team and automated processes overseen by an internal committee.

Robert Stark is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2018, he worked at Skybridge Americas and Stauer. He serves as a board member for Spectrum High School in Elk River, MN. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including households, pension plans, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs with both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies under a fiduciary standard.

Eric Ebeling is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Buffalo, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent and its affiliated entities since 2017 and previously worked at Marco Inc and Neil's Plumbing. Outside of his advisory role, he manages the finances of land enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based planning but does not provide portfolio management for institutional clients, focusing instead on delivering written recommendations across a wide range of financial topics.

Joel Hillmann is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Cokato, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2002. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a large network of financial advisors. The firm provides holistic, goal-based financial planning across various topics, allowing clients to combine planning with managed accounts while keeping these services separate.

Brandon Walters is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Buffalo, MN, holding ChFC® and Series 66 designations and bringing 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Walters serves as a board member of Impact Christian Academy in Buffalo, MN. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients nationwide. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, investment solutions, and affiliated services under a fiduciary standard.

Michael Gagnon is a CFP® professional with 36 years of industry experience, currently advising at Ameriprise since 2020. He previously worked within Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 15 years. Outside of his advisory role, Gagnon serves on the finance committee of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Waverly, MN, and participates in local community baseball team activities. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, combining research and modeling with tax-efficient strategies. As a large institutional firm, it offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Andrew Gagnon is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Watertown, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2016 and was previously employed by ISD #278. Outside of his advisory role, he coaches 7th grade basketball and helps organize youth baseball in the Watertown Mayer community. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, utilizing a centralized consulting team that provides non-discretionary recommendations based on research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis. The firm’s approach includes algorithmic automation overseen by a Retirement Income Oversight Committee and emphasizes the use of affiliated funds in its product selection.

Curtis Larson is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Watertown, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and over 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2013. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a mix of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance using multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational support.

Kathryn Flom is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 11 years of industry experience. She has worked with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she owns Lumina Studio, LLC. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver tailored, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Jordan Kretsch is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with eight years of industry experience. He is currently with OSAIC and has previously worked at Securities America Advisors, AIS Planning, and Financial Designs. Kretsch also operates a business under the name Riverstone Financial Group & Insurance Services. OSAIC is a large SEC-registered investment adviser and FINRA member broker-dealer serving a diverse client base including individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services supported by advanced portfolio management tools and access to multiple custodial platforms.

Michael Cich is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 25 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets Corporation since 2008 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services, tailoring strategies to each client's risk profile.

Kenneth Basten is a CFP® professional with 32 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. Prior to this, he worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 15 years. He is also the owner and manager of Kenneth J Basten LLC, a business unrelated to investment activities. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm that offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with significant investable assets. The firm provides advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies, combining research and modeling with tax-efficient strategies to deliver tailored retirement income recommendations.

Russell Runck is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Watertown, MN, and has 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Directors and Finance Committee for the Watertown-Mayer Education Foundation. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm offers a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions, utilizing a centralized retirement-income consulting team that delivers algorithmically supported, non-discretionary recommendation reports.

Samuel Kittock is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank. His background also includes roles outside finance, such as positions at Little Caesars and Decorators Service Co. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with significant investable assets, utilizing a centralized consulting team that provides non-discretionary, research-driven recommendations combining modeling, tax-efficiency analysis, and asset management. The firm also delivers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of large institutional firms.

Valerie Hillstrom is a financial advisor at OSAIC with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes positions at Linder Financial Resources and Brookridge Assisted Living. OSAIC is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a broad range of clients, including individual investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers diverse investment programs and employs a process that integrates risk assessment, asset allocation, and portfolio optimization.