Bradley Stimmel is a financial advisor at FBL Wealth Management, LLC with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked extensively with Farm Bureau Financial Services since 2000. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in insurance sales through The Stimmel Agency Inc. FBL Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm emphasizes a primarily non-discretionary investment approach, utilizing third-party portfolio managers and providing written financial planning along with educational resources.

Trent Adams is a financial advisor with FBL Wealth Management, LLC in West Des Moines, IA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 13 years of industry experience. He has concurrently worked with Equitrust Marketing Services LLC and Farm Bureau since 2011. Outside of investment advisory, Adams is involved in insurance sales through The Adams Agency and Farm Bureau Life and Property and Casualty companies. FBL Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm primarily uses third-party portfolio managers and RBC-sponsored wrap platforms for investment implementation, offering non-discretionary advisory services alongside written financial planning and educational resources.

Braden Fraze is a financial advisor with FBL Wealth Management, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at FBL Marketing Services, FBL Financial Services, and James Polk Stone Community Bank. Outside of advisory work, he is involved as a part owner and organizer in commercial real estate ventures through Audentes Ventures LLC and Fraze Family, LLC. FBL Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm primarily uses third-party portfolio managers and operates with a non-discretionary investment structure, providing written financial planning and educational resources through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives.

Bradley Debner is a financial advisor with FBL Wealth Management, LLC in West Des Moines, IA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His background includes roles at FBL Marketing Services, FBL Financial Group, and Cambridge Investment Research Inc. He previously managed operations at Debner Enterprises, Inc. for five years. FBL Wealth Management serves a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, trusts, nonprofits, and corporations. The firm provides investment management through wrap-fee programs, financial planning, and educational seminars, using a primarily non-discretionary advisory model supported by delegated discretionary managers.

Dirk Johnston is a CFP® with five years of industry experience currently with Principal Advised Services in Des Moines, IA. He has worked at several related Principal entities, including Principal Securities and Principal Life Insurance Company, since 2021. Prior to joining Principal, he held roles at Legacy Financial Group, Lakehouse 13, Cedar Valley Wealth Advisors, and had earlier experience at the University of Northern Iowa and Myrtue Medical Center. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering both non-discretionary recommendations and a discretionary, wrap-fee investment management program called SimpleInvest. The firm integrates third-party methodologies like Morningstar with proprietary models and operates as part of the Principal Financial Group family, providing access to affiliated products and services through internal governance and supervisory controls.

Chase Carlson is a financial advisor at FBL Wealth Management, LLC with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked with FBL Marketing Service, LLC and FBL Financial Group since 2018. Outside of advisory work, Carlson owns AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oils and Apple Fire Orchards, LLC. FBL Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm delivers investment management primarily through third-party portfolio managers and offers written financial planning alongside educational seminars and newsletters.

Troy Carruthers is a financial advisor at FBL Wealth Management, LLC with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked with firms including Jindra Angus and Motiv8 Investments LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages Carruthers Cattle Company LLC, overseeing cattle grazing operations. FBL Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm emphasizes a primarily non-discretionary investment model that utilizes third-party portfolio managers and offers written financial planning along with educational seminars and newsletters.

Matthew Gurule is a financial advisor with FBL Wealth Management, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Edward Jones and Enterprise Holdings Inc. He is currently associated with FBL Marketing Services and FBL Financial Group. FBL Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm primarily utilizes third-party portfolio managers and operates with a non-discretionary investment approach, providing written financial planning and educational resources.

Jonathan Horacek is a financial advisor with FBL Wealth Management, LLC in West Des Moines, IA. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been affiliated with FBL Financial Group and FBL Marketing Services since 2025, as well as HG Land & Cattle Co since 2010. FBL Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, trusts, nonprofits, and corporations. The firm provides investment management through wrap-fee programs, financial plans, and educational seminars, focusing on individualized advice and utilizing third-party discretionary managers for trade execution.

Scott Heyka is a financial advisor with FBL Wealth Management, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 21 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Farm Bureau Financial Services for 19 years and has been affiliated with FBL Marketing Services since 2005. Heyka also operates Scott Heyka LLC, an entity established for tax and liability purposes. FBL Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm delivers investment management primarily through third-party portfolio managers and offers written financial planning, with a focus on a non-discretionary advisory model.

Cade Timmerman is an advisor with FBL Wealth Management, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has recently entered the financial services industry, with prior work experience including roles at FBL Marketing Services, FBL Financial Group, and Strellner Financial Group. Outside of finance, his background includes time in education and service roles such as at Benton Community School District and the University of Iowa. FBL Wealth Management serves a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth families, retirement plans, trusts, nonprofits, and corporations. The firm provides investment management through wrap-fee programs, written financial plans, and educational seminars, emphasizing individualized advice and a mix of strategic and tactical asset allocation implemented primarily through third-party discretionary managers.

Justin Leonard is a financial advisor with FBL Wealth Management, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 18 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Farm Bureau since 2010 and also works with Equitrust Marketing Services. Outside of his advisory role, Leonard owns Home Farm BBQ, a competitive cooking business focused on barbecue competitions. FBL Wealth Management serves a diverse clientele including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm emphasizes a primarily non-discretionary investment approach, utilizing third-party portfolio managers and providing written financial planning along with educational resources.

Sarah Phillips is a financial advisor with FBL Wealth Management, LLC in West Des Moines, IA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and bringing 11 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Farm Bureau Financial Services and New York Life. She has been involved with FBL Marketing Serv since 2017. FBL Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes a primarily non-discretionary investment approach, utilizing third-party portfolio managers and providing written financial planning and educational resources.

Nicholas Harklau is a CFP® and ChFC® with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at FBL Wealth Management, LLC. He has been affiliated with FBL Marketing Services and Farm Bureau Financial Services since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, Harklau owns and manages a mini storage business. FBL Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm primarily uses third-party portfolio managers and operates a mainly non-discretionary investment approach, providing written financial planning and educational resources through a network of Investment Adviser Representatives.

Ryan Bridwell is a CFP® with 25 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at FBL Wealth Management, LLC in West Des Moines, IA. He has worked with FBL Marketing Services and Farm Bureau Financial Services since 2000. In addition to his advisory role, Bridwell operates The Ryan Bridwell Agency Inc., which focuses on insurance sales. FBL Wealth Management serves individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporate entities by providing investment management primarily through wrap-fee programs and written financial planning. The firm utilizes third-party portfolio managers and operates a primarily non-discretionary model, with a focus on educational resources and its affiliation with the Farm Bureau brand.

Christopher Kobes is a financial advisor with Beacon Capital Management, Inc. holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Sammons Financial Network, Midland National Life Insurance Company, Avantax Investment Services, ProEquities, and Honkamp Krueger Financial Services. Beacon Capital Management provides third-party model portfolio management and direct discretionary portfolio management to advisory platforms and retail advisors. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients, utilizing data-driven tactical allocation strategies primarily implemented through ETFs and mutual funds.

Benjamin Houdek is a financial advisor with FBL Wealth Management, LLC in West Des Moines, IA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and four years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at FBL Financial Group and Solid Rock Financial Group. Outside of his advisory work, Houdek instructs a sales management course at the University of Mary and serves as head soccer coach at St. Mary’s Central High School. FBL Wealth Management serves a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, trusts, nonprofits, and corporations. The firm offers investment management through wrap-fee programs, financial planning, and educational seminars, emphasizing individualized, non-discretionary advice implemented via third-party sub-advisers or overlay managers.

Cole Metzler is a financial advisor with Principal Advised Services in Des Moines, IA, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has held various roles within the Principal Financial Group, including positions at Principal Life Insurance Company, Principal Bank, and Principal Financial Services. Principal Advised Services provides investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, offering both non-discretionary recommendations and a discretionary investment management program called SimpleInvest. The firm integrates proprietary models with third-party tools and operates as part of the Principal Financial Group family, enabling access to affiliated products and resources.

Augustus Hanson is an Investment Adviser Representative at FBL Wealth Management, LLC with a Series 66 designation. He has been associated with FBL Financial Group and related entities since 2024. Prior to his current role, he had experience in education within the Helena School District and worked in property maintenance. Hanson is also licensed as an insurance agent with Farm Bureau Life and affiliated companies. FBL Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm emphasizes a primarily non-discretionary investment approach, utilizing third-party portfolio managers and providing written financial planning along with educational resources.

Patrick Jackson is a financial advisor with FBL Wealth Management, LLC in West Des Moines, IA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at FBL Financial Group, Tenaska Inc., and service in the US Army and Army Reserve. Outside of advising, he serves as a council member for the City of Lehigh and is involved in farming and ranching operations. FBL Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plans, and charitable organizations, focusing on investment management through wrap-fee programs and written financial planning. The firm primarily uses third-party portfolio managers and operates a mostly non-discretionary advisory model.