Abigail Sears is a financial advisor at FSB Premier Wealth Management, Inc. in Waterloo, IA, with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at FSB Premier Wealth Management since 2019. In addition to her advisory role, she serves as a Treasury Management Officer at Farmers State Bank, assisting businesses with treasury services. FSB Premier Wealth Management provides advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, small businesses, trusts, estates, qualified retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting, with portfolios tailored through advisor-led planning and ongoing reviews across a variety of investment vehicles.

Stephanie Holding is a financial advisor with FSB Premier Wealth Management, Inc. in Waterloo, IA, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for seven years and currently serves as a private banker at Farmers State Bank. FSB Premier Wealth Management provides advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, small businesses, trusts, estates, qualified retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting, with portfolios tailored through advisor-led planning and ongoing reviews.

Darren Yoder is a financial advisor with Dynamic Financial Group in Cedar Falls, Iowa, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked at Dynamic Financial Group since 2017, following a prior role at Cetera Advisors LLC from 2013 to 2017. In addition to his advisory work, he operates as an independent insurance agent. Dynamic Financial Group serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities, providing comprehensive portfolio management and financial planning through a team of four advisors managing over $474 million in discretionary assets. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis across a wide range of investment strategies with continuous monitoring and rebalancing.

Luke Merfeld is a financial advisor at Dynamic Financial Group in Cedar Falls, IA, holding a Series 65 designation with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Dynamic Financial Group, he worked at Lincoln Savings Bank and Scheels, and spent nine years in education. Dynamic Financial Group serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities with comprehensive portfolio management and financial planning. The firm employs a variety of investment strategies, including fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, and manages accounts on a discretionary basis with continuous monitoring and rebalancing.

Ryan Risetter is a financial advisor at FSB Premier Wealth Management, Inc. with 13 years of industry experience. He has been with FSB Premier Wealth Management since 2013 and also holds a role at Farmers State Bank, where he has worked since 2004. Risetter serves on the Hawkeye Community College Foundation Board and leads a for-profit investment club, Make Money Holdings, LLC. FSB Premier Wealth Management, Inc. provides advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, small businesses, trusts, estates, qualified retirement plans, and charitable organizations. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting, with investment strategies tailored through advisor-led planning and ongoing reviews.

Mary Hines is a financial advisor with Nicolet Wealth Management, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing nine years of industry experience. She previously worked at LPL Financial LLC from 2016 to 2026 before joining Nicolet Wealth Management. Nicolet Wealth Management provides retirement plan consulting and investment management services primarily for 401(k) and 403(b) plan sponsors and fiduciaries. The firm’s investment process includes research and manager selection performed by an internal team and overseen by an investment committee, utilizing both fundamental and technical analysis alongside third‑party research sources.

Kevin Eslick is a financial advisor with M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc. in Waterloo, IA, holding a ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses, with 14 years of industry experience. He is president of Eslick Financial Group, Inc., a wealth management and financial planning firm, and serves on the Planned Giving Advisory Council at Wartburg College. M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc. serves individuals, retirement plans, charities, and businesses nationwide through independent member firms and financial professionals, offering a range of advisory and brokerage services including discretionary investment management, retirement plan consulting, and insurance advisory.

Logan Bauhs is a financial advisor with Principal Advised Services in Waterloo, IA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and nine years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Principal Financial Services and Principal Life Insurance Company since 2016. Bauhs provides one-on-one investment advice to retirement plan participants, assisting with distribution options at benefit events. Principal Advised Services offers investment advice and related services primarily to retirement plan participants and retail IRA clients, combining third-party methodologies with proprietary models to deliver both non-discretionary recommendations and discretionary investment management through its SimpleInvest program. The firm operates as part of the Principal Financial Group family, providing access to proprietary products and integrated service platforms.

Dennis Eslick is a financial advisor with M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc., holding a Series 63 credential and 43 years of industry experience. He has been president of Eslick Financial Group, Inc. since 2006 and has worked with M. Holdings Securities, Inc. since 2001. Outside of his advisory work, he serves on the UNI Panther Scholarship Club Board, which raises funds for scholarships through UNI Athletic Club activities. M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc. serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and corporations through a nationwide network of independent Member Firms and Financial Professionals. The firm offers advisory and brokerage services, including discretionary investment management, retirement plan consulting, and insurance advisory, and utilizes both in-house portfolio managers and third-party sub-advisors to support its investment offerings.

James Girres is a ChFC® with 43 years of industry experience, currently serving at Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC. He has been with the firm since 1976. Outside of his advisory role, he is a proprietor of a multi-line insurance brokerage and is a member of a musical singing group. Hornor, Townsend & Kent serves individuals, trusts, businesses, charitable organizations, and retirement plans through advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm operates both advisory and broker-dealer services, providing custody, execution, and brokerage capabilities alongside investment advice.

Abby Brekke is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Hudson, IA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing nine years of industry experience. She has worked at Principal Securities Inc and Principal Life Insurance since 2020 and previously was with Ameriprise Financial Services from 2018 to 2020. From 2014 to 2018, she operated a daycare business named Daycare by Abby. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, 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.

Lucas Johansen is a financial advisor at Bankers Life Advisory Services, Inc. with 8 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked with firms including Western Marketing and Bankers Life Securities Inc. Johansen is also an insurance agent for Bankers Life and Casualty Company, focusing on Medicare Supplement, annuity, life, health, and long-term care insurance products. Bankers Life Advisory Services, Inc. provides discretionary portfolio management, investment consulting, and retirement plan consulting primarily to mass-affluent and high-net-worth individuals. The firm emphasizes customized asset allocation, periodic rebalancing, tax efficiency, and multiple analytical approaches to inform portfolio management.

Austin Swantz is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Waterloo, IA, holding a Series 65 designation and nine years of industry experience. He has been with Principal Securities Inc. and Principal Life Insurance Company since 2017. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a wide range of clients, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, corporations, and active-duty military personnel abroad. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

Joyce Oaks is a CFP® professional with 21 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Commonwealth Financial Network and operating Joyce Oaks Wealth Management Group, LLC. She previously worked at Ameriprise and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for a combined 20 years. Joyce is also involved in fixed insurance sales as part of her business activities. Commonwealth Financial Network is a national registered investment adviser serving approximately 2,950 advisors and their retail and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs and services, including wealth management and retirement plan consulting, supported by extensive operations, technology, and investment management resources.

David Wynstra is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Waterloo, IA, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and nine years of industry experience. He has worked with Principal Life Insurance Company and Principal Securities Inc. since 2017, and with Principal Advised Services since 2024. Wynstra's background includes roles at Iowa State University and Kwik Trip Inc. 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 direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

Crysta Berry is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Waterloo, IA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having five years of industry experience. She has worked at Principal Financial Services since 2021 and also serves as a Retirement Consultant at Principal Advised Services, providing one-on-one investment advice to retirement plan participants. Prior to joining Principal, she worked at Lincoln Savings Bank and spent two years in full-time education. Principal Securities offers brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and corporations. The firm’s advisory services include direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager solutions.

Glen Gaston is a financial advisor at Principal Financial Services with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at LPL Enterprise LLC and Wells Fargo, among others. Outside of financial advising, he is involved with farming activities in Waverly, IA. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and active-duty U.S. military personnel stationed abroad. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

Todd Thomas is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Cedar Falls, IA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Guardian Life Insurance Co and Primerica Advisors for over two decades. Outside of his advisory role, Thomas serves as treasurer for a family foundation and is an assistant high school football coach. MassMutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm provides ongoing financial planning, asset management, and educational programs using a structured, client-collaborative approach.

Thomas Jaeger is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. He is based in Dubuque, Iowa, and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and based on modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment menu.

Jay Lassen is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Waterloo, IA, holding Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and three years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Thrivent Financial and Wells Fargo Bank. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, focusing on holistic, goal-based financial planning without discretionary trading authority. The firm offers clients the option to combine planning with managed accounts through its WealthPlan program while maintaining separate planning and investment management services.