Brian Durand is a financial advisor at Strategic Financial Planning, Inc. in Minnetonka, MN, holding a Series 65 designation with seven years of industry experience. He has been with Strategic Financial Planning, Inc. since 2002. Strategic Financial Planning, Inc. provides financial planning and portfolio management services to individuals and families, focusing on retirement, investment, tax, estate, and education planning, as well as small-business owner benefits and life-event guidance. The firm tailors investment strategies to each client’s risk profile using a modern-portfolio-theory framework, primarily employing exchange-traded funds and no-load mutual funds.

Brandon Small is a CFP® and CFA® with 21 years of industry experience. He is the principal of Invested Interests, LLC, an independent advisory firm based in Minneapolis, MN. Prior to founding Invested Interests in 2013, he worked with Crane Capital Management and PrideCo Capital Management, where he continues to have affiliations. He also operates an accounting consulting practice as a licensed CPA. Invested Interests provides combined investment advisory, financial planning, and portfolio management services to individuals, corporations, and nonprofit clients. The firm emphasizes tailored investment strategies through fundamental and technical analysis, balanced long-term holdings, and options strategies, with capabilities for socially responsible investment screening.

I’m Carter Michaelson, CFP®, CSLP®, and the founder of illumiFI Wealth. I started this firm to help people cut through financial complexity and make confident, tax-smart decisions about their money. With a focus on financial planning, investments, and tax strategies, I work alongside clients to create a clear path toward financial freedom. At illumiFI Wealth, I believe financial advice should be independent, transparent, and values-driven. That’s why the firm is fee-only — no commissions, no hidden agendas. Our approach is also rooted in behavioral finance: helping clients overcome the biases and emotions that can get in the way of good decisions. My favorite moments are when a concept clicks — those “lightbulb” moments where clients feel clarity and confidence about their next steps. I launched illumiFI Wealth because I’ve seen firsthand how overwhelming money can feel — from student loans to charitable giving to retirement planning. My mission is to provide clarity, confidence, and purpose so clients can focus on what truly matters: living generously and pursuing the life they’re called to live.

Joseph Brill is a financial advisor with Knox Avenue Financial Corp. in St. Paul, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 18 years of industry experience. He previously worked for Principal Life Insurance Company and Princor Financial Services Corporation for 10 years each before joining Knox Avenue Financial Corp. Brill holds leadership roles with the Kappa Sigma Building Association, a college fraternity housing organization. Knox Avenue Financial Corp. provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, small businesses, charitable organizations, and pension clients, managing approximately $145 million in assets. The firm specializes in tailored portfolio construction using asset allocation, dollar-cost averaging, and a mix of long- and short-term holdings, and it operates a wrap fee program with a high client-to-advisor ratio.

The Work Stuff– My name is Ben Smith, and I am the Founder of Cove Financial Planning, a Certified B Corporation focused on comprehensive financial planning and Socially Responsible Investing. I believe that everyone, regardless of age, occupation, net worth, and investment experience, deserves a customized financial plan and the peace of mind that comes with it. Before starting Cove, I worked for several investment companies, and saw just how boring, complex and off-putting investing can be for many people. Traditional advisors also have a reputation for specifically catering to high-net-worth individuals with a singular focus on account size. My mission is to provide access to high-quality advice to a broader range of people who want to take control of their financial lives (and maybe have some fun in the process!) I also passionately believe in helping people blend Socially Responsible Investing into their long-term financial plans. I’m here to prove that you can Do Well While Doing Good! The Fun Stuff– I’m originally from Minneapolis and have since lived in Chicago and Milwaukee. My wife Kotryna works in investment banking, and while we aren’t at the office, you can find us hanging with our newborn daughter Frances (Francie) or debating nerdy investment topics over a home-cooked meal and a glass of wine. We are big believers in learning new things and staying active. Currently, she’s teaching me how to salsa dance (not going well) and speak Lithuanian (where she’s from), while we both sharpen our tennis skills. We’re proud owners of Apple Watches for the sole purpose of beating each other’s daily fitness activity (feel free to join the competition!) We also travel as often as we can, and we’re always looking for suggestions on places to check out in Europe when visiting her family. Above all else, we both believe that life is about balance. I hope that I can help you find your balance with money, and maybe make the world a little better place in the process. Visit www.coveplanning.com to learn more and get in touch!

Harry Campbell is a financial advisor at Layline Asset Management Inc in Minnetonka, MN, with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Layline Asset Management since 2014. Outside of his advisory work, Campbell serves as a director and vice president of the Minnetonka Yacht Club Foundation, a volunteer role with no compensation. Layline Asset Management is an independent, fee-based adviser serving individual investors, trusts, institutions, and other entities. The firm’s investment approach is model-driven and rule-based, using Relative Strength analysis combined with technical, InterMarket, and macro-economic factors to guide tactical portfolio management primarily through exchange-traded funds.

Matthew Stahl is a financial advisor at LIV Wealth Management with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms including Fiat Wealth Management LLC and Foundations Investment Advisors LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Stahl owns and operates a community-building organization, Ascent, LLC, and a CrossFit gym called The FitHAUS. LIV Wealth Management provides comprehensive financial planning and ongoing portfolio management to individuals, high-net-worth clients, small businesses, and retirement plans. The firm’s investment approach combines Modern Portfolio Theory, Core-plus-Satellite, and passive strategies with customized asset allocations and risk analysis, and it is noted for its pension consulting and plan-sponsor services.

Christopher Saxton is a financial advisor at Aberdour Investments with seven years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has previously worked at Ecolab and currently serves as a marketing manager at Smart Care Equipment Solutions. He is also an advisor to a business focused on communication experiences for women in faith and leadership. Aberdour Investments offers individualized investment management and financial planning services to private individuals as well as a diverse range of institutional and corporate clients. The firm uses a primarily passive investment approach complemented by fundamental and technical analysis and emphasizes client education through seminars, speaking engagements, and newsletters.

William Westhoff is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Series 65 license with 24 years at Lakeview Investment Advisors, LLC and 12 years of industry experience. He is based in Plymouth, MN, and serves as the sole advisor at his independent firm. Lakeview Investment Advisors is a fee-only registered advisory firm that provides discretionary investment supervisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, small businesses, and charitable accounts. The firm constructs customized portfolios emphasizing diversification and security selection and maintains an exclusive affiliation with another registered adviser for operational support and succession planning.

RLN Wealth is a tax-focused financial planning and investment management firm for late-career professionals with equity compensation. How we help - ✔️Equity Compensation & Concentrated Position Planning ✔️Tax Planning ✔️Investment Management ✔️Financial Independence / Retirement Planning ✔️Risk Management ✔️Estate Planning About Ryan Nelson - Lead Wealth Advisor Professional Experience - Former Lead advisor at two national fee-only RIAs for clients with $3M–$15M in assets - Former tax advisor at a national public accounting firm, focused on HNW individuals and business owners - Specialized experience in equity compensation, tax strategy, and long-term financial planning Credentials & Education - Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Certified Financial Planner (CFP) - Bachelor’s in Accounting, MBA, and Master’s in Accounting Personal - Born and raised in Green Bay, WI (Lifelong Packer fan and shareholder) - Married to Jen and proud dad of two young daughters (8,6) - Passionate about travel, experiences, and making memories with family - Other Interests – Hosting at the family cabin, drinking great coffee, enjoying Italian food, and maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle

Kari Polasek is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 16 years of industry experience. She is the principal of Adaptive Financial Design LLC, an independent firm she has led since 2023. Prior to founding her firm, she worked at Advisornet Financial and Wealth Enhancement Group. Adaptive Financial Design LLC provides discretionary investment management and financial planning services to individual clients, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth households. The firm employs a primarily passive, index-based investment approach grounded in modern portfolio theory and combines ongoing subscription planning with fixed-fee project engagements.

Frederick Quirsfeld is a financial advisor at Frontenac Partners, L.L.C. with 9 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Frontenac Partners since 2003. Quirsfeld also has a long tenure with IDS Life Insurance Company dating back to 1985. Frontenac Partners provides discretionary portfolio management to high-net-worth individuals, focusing on balanced accounts that include stocks, bonds, cash, and commodities. The firm employs a range of analytical approaches and uses inflation-sensitive instruments and derivatives within separately managed accounts.

Shane Segner is a financial advisor at Wellencourt Wealth Management LLC with a Series 65 designation and three years of industry experience. He has been with Wellencourt Wealth Management since 2021 and also works as an engineer at Lockheed Martin. Wellencourt Wealth Management provides investment management and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on a primarily passive, allocation-driven investment approach using index mutual funds and ETFs. The firm manages client accounts on a discretionary basis and offers tailored investment policies without imposing account minimums.

At Heartworth Financial, I’m not just a financial planner—I’m here to help First-Generation Wealth Builders and underserved communities break through the barriers that have kept them from the financial resources they deserve. I’m the daughter of Hmong refugees from Laos. My parents came to the U.S. with nothing but hope for a better life. They worked tirelessly to provide for our family, but lacked the financial knowledge and tools others take for granted. That’s why I founded Heartworth Financial: to help people facing the same challenges my family did—turning first-gen success into generational wealth. I know how intimidating financial advice can feel, especially when you’re not sure where to start or if you’ll be judged. That’s why I meet clients where they are—no judgment, just understanding. I listen, I learn, and I create a plan that’s built around their culture, goals, and values. With over a decade of experience as a financial advisor, I’ve worked with clients across industries, but my focus now is clear: offering personalized financial planning and investment management to those who need it most. My mission is simple: make financial planning accessible to everyone. Empower people to make informed decisions, build wealth, and create lasting change for the generations that follow.

Luke Johnson is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience, currently serving as the sole advisor at Boreal Advisors LLC since 2019. His prior experience includes roles at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. and Ballast Advisors, LLC. He also maintains an affiliated insurance practice as a licensed insurance agent. Boreal Advisors LLC provides investment management and financial planning primarily for individual clients, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management alongside financial plans and consolidated household reporting. The firm employs a combination of fundamental analysis and modern portfolio theory, with regular account reviews, rebalancing, and tax-loss harvesting, and it manages both on-custody and held-away assets.

James Wilkinson is the principal of Wilkinson Capital Management, LLC in St. Paul, MN, with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has operated his independent advisory firm since 2016. Wilkinson also maintains an affiliation with LPL Financial. Wilkinson Capital Management provides discretionary investment management and financial planning services to individuals, high net worth clients, trusts, and estates. The firm manages approximately $97 million for around 98 clients, employing a customized, primarily long-term investment approach using low-cost mutual funds and ETFs.

David White is the sole advisor at DLW Financial Management, LLC, an independent firm based in Maple Grove, MN. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 12 years of industry experience. Prior to founding DLW Financial Management in 2012, he was involved with Zurich Awes Financial Management, including offering non-variable insurance products in Minnesota and Wisconsin. DLW Financial Management provides asset management, financial planning, and pension consulting services to individuals, trusts, pension plans, and business clients. The firm focuses on individualized portfolio construction with continuous supervision, employing a range of investment vehicles and occasional use of more active strategies such as short sales and option writing.

Daniel Hiebert is a CFP® with 10 years of industry experience and the principal advisor at Oak Financial Planning and Coaching, LLC in Maple Grove, MN. He has been with Oak Financial Planning since 2015. In addition to his advisory work, he serves as an adjunct professor at several institutions including the College for Financial Planning, University of Minnesota State-Mankato, The American College, and Keir Education Services. Oak Financial Planning and Coaching serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, and small businesses with comprehensive financial planning, investment supervisory services, and business consulting. The firm employs a Core + Satellite allocation approach combined with Modern Portfolio Theory, implementing strategies through a mix of discretionary management and institutional sub-advisors, and offers educational workshops that do not involve product sales.

David Johnson is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional with 14 years of industry experience. He is the principal of Right Path Financial LLC, an independent firm he has led since 2020, and also directs Case Central, LLC, where he focuses on financial plan creation. Johnson holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and operates a licensed insurance agency offering fixed insurance products. Right Path Financial LLC provides investment advice and financial planning primarily to individual clients, utilizing third-party model portfolios through the Orion Portfolio Solutions Strategist program. The firm maintains a non-discretionary advisory relationship and serves clients without imposing an account minimum.

Charles Bolognino is a CFP® and ChFC® with 11 years of experience in financial planning. He is the sole advisor at Side-By-Side Financial Planning, LLC, an independent firm he has been with since 2014. Side-By-Side Financial Planning provides comprehensive financial planning services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, and offers educational workshops for colleges, universities, and employer groups. The firm focuses on financial planning and investment consultation, emphasizing diversified, low-cost index-based strategies and delivering written plans for clients to implement through their chosen custodians.