Martha Lewin is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 34 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1988. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary strategies and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mark Flannery is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 35 years of industry experience. He is currently with LPL Financial and previously worked at Grove Point Investments, Grove Point Advisors, and H. Beck, Inc. Flannery has also operated his own firms, including Wealth Guidance, Inc. and Flannery Holdings, LLC. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through its network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Kathleen Freiderich is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Wayzata, MN, holding a Series 63 designation and 33 years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. for 13 years before joining Wells Fargo Advisors. Kathleen is also a commissioned notary in the state of Minnesota. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of planning options including retirement, education, risk, and wealth-transfer planning. The firm uses proprietary research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations delivered through meetings and written summaries.

Jessica Hindermann is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 16 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2010. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individuals and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and analysis. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and provides services both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

Peter Vickery is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Merrill in Wayzata, MN, with 47 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1978 and Bank of America since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a City Council Member for Minnetrista, Minnesota, where he participates in local government oversight. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Brendan Skarda is a Financial Advisor with the A&V Wealth Management Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, based in the Minneapolis office. He holds the designation of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), guiding clients through complex financial decisions by integrating personalized advice with the capabilities of Merrill and Bank of America. Brendan specializes in college education planning, legacy planning, and personal retirement planning. Prior to his current role, Brendan worked as a Corporate Banking Analyst within Wells Fargo's Financial Institutions Group, where he supported financing activities, relationship, and portfolio management across asset management and insurance verticals. He assisted Fortune 500 and Middle Market companies in achieving their financial and strategic goals. He joined Merrill in 2024 as a Wealth Management Client Associate and transitioned to a Financial Advisor role in 2026. Brendan earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics with a minor in Finance from Tufts University, graduating Cum Laude. During his time at Tufts, he played Varsity Men’s Hockey, earned all-academic NESCAC honors, and participated in the Tufts Financial Group. Outside of his professional work, Brendan enjoys spending time with family and friends, coaching Minnetonka Bantam AA youth hockey, fishing, golfing, ice hockey, and pickleball.

John Kvamme is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Wayzata, MN, holding the CFP® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has nine years of industry experience, previously working at Associated Investment Services, Inc. and Associated Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and tailored financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizing structured planning tools to support client goals.

Max Gardiner is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has worked since 2015 as a member of The Boyd Team. He specializes in developing tailored wealth management strategies for affluent individuals to help them achieve their unique financial goals. Max offers a range of services including budgeting, investment education, trust and estate planning, alternative investments, and tax-minimization strategies. He focuses on client segments such as Corporate Executive Services, Family Wealth Management, Legacy Planning, Managing New Wealth, Women and Wealth, Sports & Entertainment, Tax Minimization, and Retirement Income. Max earned a bachelor's degree in economics and labor and employment relations from Pennsylvania State University, where he graduated with high distinction. During his university years, he played on the varsity hockey team and was actively involved in THON, an organization dedicated to raising funds and awareness for pediatric cancer. He holds several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). Residing in St. Louis Park, Max continues his community involvement through volunteer coaching with Minnetonka Youth Hockey. In his personal time, he enjoys playing hockey, golf, tennis, and spending time outdoors with his family.

Marc Heagney is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in Chanhassen, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and having 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Bank and Edward Jones. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with the Minnetonka Lacrosse Association. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, utilizing quantitative asset-allocation modeling and centralized due diligence. The firm employs an ESG eligibility framework and delivers services on a non-discretionary basis through a select group of Wealth Advisors.

Michael Levitt is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he offers a comprehensive approach to managing wealth. He works closely with clients and their families to understand their financial situations and priorities, developing customized wealth management strategies that adapt to changing market conditions. Michael provides access to Merrill's investment insights and the banking services of Bank of America to address various aspects of clients' financial lives. He has built and leads the Levitt Wealth Management Group, assisting clients and their families or businesses in achieving a range of financial objectives. Michael specializes in areas such as divorce transition planning, family wealth management, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, legacy planning, managing new wealth, retirement planning, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. His expertise has been recognized by Forbes and Shook Research, including a 2022 ranking as a Top Next Generation Wealth Advisor Best in State. Michael holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Minnesota and holds multiple professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Certified 401(k) Professional (CKP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He is fluent in English and Russian and is involved in community organizations. Outside work, Michael enjoys biking, hiking, running, and playing table tennis.

Daniel Harris is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Chaska, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides retirement-income planning advice focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Ryan Carruth is a CFP® with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at OSAIC since 2024. Prior to joining OSAIC, he worked for Securities America Advisors and Securities America Inc. from 2015 to 2024 and has been involved with Shavlik Financial Services since 2001. Outside of advisory services, he is an enrolled agent who prepares over 500 tax returns annually and serves as president of the Lakes at Maple Grove Homeowners Association. OSAIC serves a broad client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations through a large network of financial advisers. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, employing asset-allocation tools and automated rebalancing to construct diversified portfolios across multiple asset classes.

Kent Scholten is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been working since 1995. He focuses on developing personalized financial strategies aligned with clients' risk tolerance, time horizon, liquidity needs, and overall investment goals. Kent works with individuals, families, and business owners to pursue both short-term and long-term objectives through a thoughtful, consultative approach. Kent specializes in creating customized strategies across investments, retirement, estate planning needs, and philanthropy. His expertise includes corporate benefits, education planning, personal retirement planning, special needs planning strategies, and retirement income. Kent holds a bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He has been involved in the community through board and leadership roles with Hammer Residences, Hammer Travel, and the Minnesota Council on Economic Education. Kent also volunteers at Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church. He and his family reside in Excelsior, MN.

Tatiana Soto is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 21 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2014. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Martin Schneider is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 42 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2009 and 2015 respectively. Outside of his advisory role, he manages farming operations on a farm and farmhouse in Long Lake, Minnesota. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm employs a structured planning process and offers access to investment and estate planning strategies.

Leif Engen is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes five years at Ernst & Young LLP and roles at Bank of America and Robert Half. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and charitable organizations.

Brett Oslund is a financial advisor at Merrill with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Merrill since 2009. He also has a 15-year tenure at Bank of America, N.A. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary strategies from internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jeffrey Hammer is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with two years of industry experience. He previously worked at U.S. Bank from 2017 to 2021 and had an earlier tenure at Ameriprise from 2015 to 2017. Outside of advising, he is involved as a paraplanner with WDA, Inc., assisting with financial planning and practice operations. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services that emphasize dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies. The firm’s approach integrates proprietary research, third-party data, and algorithmic tools, with a focus on clients meeting specific investable asset criteria.

Michael Lawrence is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2000 and is also affiliated with Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as treasurer for Branch Church in Shorewood, Minnesota, where he manages budgeting and bill payments. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party teams, with portfolio implementation tailored to client needs.

James Bowe is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. He began his career in 1997 and has over 29 years of experience helping individuals and families build financial strategies. His approach emphasizes clarity, confidence, and creating long-term value tailored to each client's needs. James's financial philosophy is centered on generating a rising income stream through dividends. Utilizing proprietary analysis, historical data, and extensive research from Merrill, he develops customized strategies aimed at helping clients achieve and exceed their financial goals. He regularly reviews portfolios to ensure alignment with evolving objectives, risk tolerance, and life changes. A graduate of Brown Institute, James resides in Plymouth with his wife and son. He remains active in his community through volunteer work with organizations such as Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners and Second Harvest Heartland. Previously, he has also coached hockey and baseball.