Jack Garrison is a CFP® professional with four years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Strategic Wealth Group. His background includes roles at The Advisory Realty Group and ongoing employment with Kwik Trip. He also works as an assistant coach at Chanhassen High School. Strategic Wealth Group serves individuals, retirement plans, and trusts by providing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and ERISA retirement plan advisory services. The firm integrates fundamental and technical analysis in its investment approach and manages over $1.5 billion in discretionary assets.

James Knapp is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Boyum Wealth Architects LLC since 2012, working within a team of five advisors in Bloomington, MN. Boyum Wealth Architects LLC provides fee-based investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm employs a customized investment approach combining technical, tactical, fundamental, and cyclical analysis, using a broad range of instruments to address client risk and return objectives.

Samuel Broback is a financial advisor at Cedar Cove Wealth Partners with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has previously worked within the Thrivent Advisor Network and Thrivent Financial. Outside of advisory work, he is licensed as an insurance agent providing insurance services to clients. Cedar Cove Wealth Partners is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $455 million across more than 2,000 discretionary accounts. The firm serves individual clients, high-net-worth households, trusts, retirement plans, and institutional clients using a combination of active and passive investment strategies, including tactical asset allocation, ESG integration, and direct indexing.

Eric Gardner is a CFA® charterholder based in Minneapolis, MN, with 16 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at firms including Sequoia Financial Group, Kowalski Financial, and Ameriprise Financial Services. Gardner currently operates as the sole advisor at All Star Financial. All Star Financial offers personalized financial planning, in-house tax preparation by certified public accountants, and discretionary and non-discretionary investment management to a broad client base that includes individuals, qualified retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based investment approach featuring strategic asset allocation, global diversification, and tactical portfolio adjustments informed by macroeconomic indicators.

Daniel Plagens is a financial advisor at Stevens Foster Financial Advisors in Bloomington, MN, with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63, Series 66, and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at LPL Financial and First Command Brokerage Services. Plagens maintains a Minnesota life and health insurance license for service purposes only and does not receive commissions. Stevens Foster serves high-net-worth individuals, corporate officers, small business owners, family trusts, and foundations with comprehensive financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates investment management with tax planning and executive compensation advice, utilizing an in-house investment team and tax professionals to provide customized, tax-aware strategies focused on risk management.

Matthew Berhow is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with 24 years of experience in financial advisory. He has worked at firms including CETERA Advisor Networks LLC and Affiance Financial LLC before joining All Star Financial, where he currently serves as the sole advisor. He also holds a role as an insurance agent selling fixed life, health, disability, annuities, long-term care, and life settlements. All Star Financial offers personalized financial planning, tax preparation by in-house CPAs, and both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management to a broad client base. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based investment approach with strategic asset allocation and global diversification across risk-based model portfolios.

Grant Germscheid is a financial advisor with All Star Financial in Minneapolis, MN, holding a Series 66 credential and seven years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at BlueStem Wealth Partners, Ameriprise, LPL Financial, and PFG Advisors. He also operates as an independent insurance agent under his sole proprietorship. All Star Financial provides personalized financial planning, tax preparation by in-house CPAs, and investment management services to a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and business entities. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based investment approach featuring globally diversified risk-based model portfolios with strategic asset allocation and periodic rebalancing.

Alexander Pengelly is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license with nine years of industry experience. He has been with Capital Management Associates, Inc. since 2017 and Capital Management Securities, Inc. since 2016. Pengelly is also involved as a minority owner of Bridges Financial and serves as the 2026 Chairman of FPA Minnesota. Capital Management Associates, Inc. provides advisory services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporations, offering portfolio management, financial planning, and a manager-of-managers program. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis with both long- and short-term investment strategies, managing assets on mostly a non-discretionary basis.

Michael Dougherty is a financial advisor at United Advisors America with 15 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® and Series 63 designations and has been with United Advisors America since 2011. Dougherty is also involved in insurance sales as a financial planning representative for Alliance America. United Advisors America serves individual investors, particularly those nearing retirement, as well as pension and profit-sharing plans. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based investment approach, utilizing model portfolios, tailored asset allocation, and regular reviews to align with clients' goals and risk tolerance.

Deanna Rens is a financial advisor at Petros Family Wealth, LLC with 16 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing for nine years. Petros Family Wealth provides investment management and financial planning to individuals, high-net-worth clients, family entities, non-profit organizations, foundations, and businesses, managing approximately $342 million in assets across more than 500 client relationships. The firm employs a tax-aware, risk-adjusted approach using both active and passive strategies and coordinates with other professionals to implement client recommendations.

Herbert Richardson III is a financial advisor at Capital Management Associates Inc with 8 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been associated with Capital Management Securities, Inc. and Capital Management Associates since 1995. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with AMWAY in a non-investment capacity. Capital Management Associates provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm utilizes a range of analytical approaches and employs third-party asset managers within its Managed Accounts Program.

Jonathan Bellm is a financial advisor with DSG Capital Advisors, LLC in Edina, MN. He holds a Series 66 designation and has three years of industry experience. Prior to joining DSG Capital Advisors, he worked at Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., Cambridge Trust, and Fidelity Investments among other roles. DSG Capital Advisors, LLC is an SEC-registered firm managing approximately $780 million for about 115 clients. The firm provides discretionary investment management, financial planning, retirement plan advisory, and family office services to high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, estates, and businesses, typically with relationships of $5 million or more. DSG constructs customized portfolios using a range of investment vehicles and combines quantitative and qualitative research methods with continuous client communication and periodic reviews.

William Friederichs is a CFP® professional with 32 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at BGM Wealth Management since 2019. His prior experience includes roles at Foresters Financial Services, Inc., and a period of independent practice. BGM Wealth Partners is a team-based wealth management firm comprising six advisors, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with portfolio management and comprehensive financial planning. The firm is noted for its integrated approach to investment, tax, and estate planning, supported by credentialed professionals and formal affiliations with a private asset trust company and an accounting practice.

Jeremy Ballmann is a financial advisor at Stevens Foster Financial Advisors in Bloomington, MN, with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at firms including Focus Financial and MRK Financial Solutions. Stevens Foster serves high-net-worth individuals, corporate officers, small business owners, and family trusts with comprehensive financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines investment management with tax planning and preparation, employing an in-house investment team and committee to create diversified, tax-aware portfolios focused on risk management.

Jared Lea is a financial advisor with Strategic Wealth Group in Eden Prairie, MN, holding CFP® and Series 66 credentials and nine years of industry experience. He has been associated with both Strategic Wealth Group Registered Investment Advisors, LLC and LPL Financial LLC over the past decade. Strategic Wealth Group provides discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and ERISA retirement plan advisory services for individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and other entities. The firm employs fundamental and technical analysis to develop client strategies, offers fiduciary advice, and integrates broker-dealer and insurance activities within its operations.

Katherine Frazier is a CFP® professional with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at BGM Wealth Management in Bloomington, MN. Her prior experience includes roles at Securities America Inc and Everest Financial Group. She is part of a six-advisor team at BGM Wealth Management. BGM Wealth Partners manages approximately $517 million in client assets for about 213 households, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with portfolio management and comprehensive financial planning. The firm emphasizes integrated planning across investment, tax, and estate matters, supported by a multidisciplinary team including CFP and CPA/PFS professionals.

Christopher Miller is a financial advisor at Boyum Wealth Architects LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including LPL Financial, Strategic Wealth Group Registered Investment Advisor, and Thrivent Investment Management. Outside of finance, he was involved with Legends Global Merchandise for five years. Boyum Wealth Architects LLC provides fee-based investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as pension plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm uses a combination of technical and tactical allocation strategies alongside fundamental and cyclical analysis to create customized portfolios aligned with clients’ goals and risk tolerance.

Bryan Halicki is a financial advisor at Aspire Capital Advisors LLC with seven years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license. Prior to joining Aspire Capital Advisors, he worked at multiple firms, including Securities America Advisors and Highland Capital Brokerage. Outside of his advisory role, he participates in Toastmasters to develop public speaking skills. Aspire Capital Advisors LLC provides discretionary investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan advisory services to individuals, trusts, businesses, charities, and employer-sponsored plans. The firm employs a primarily long-term investment approach focused on fundamental analysis and low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, while also using independent managers and conducting regular portfolio reviews.

Brayden Kelly is a CFP® with six years of industry experience, currently serving at Birchwood Financial Partners, Inc. since 2024. He previously worked at OSAIC, FSC Securities Corporation, and Ameriprise. Birchwood Financial Partners provides personalized financial planning and investment management mainly to individuals and couples, as well as high-net-worth clients and institutional entities. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory approach with diversified strategies and a range of investment instruments, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.

Jonathan Rienstra is a financial advisor with Strategic Wealth Group in Eden Prairie, MN. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 16 years of industry experience. He has served at Strategic Wealth Group and LPL Financial since 2016 and has operated as a sole proprietor since 2009. Strategic Wealth Group provides discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and ERISA retirement plan advisory services to individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and other entities. The firm uses fundamental and technical analysis to develop client strategies, employs third-party managers, and offers both fiduciary and non-discretionary retirement account advice, managing $1.54 billion in discretionary assets as of December 31, 2025.