James Schmidt is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 27 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill for 20 years before joining Morgan Stanley in 2017, including its Private Bank since 2018. He is based in St. Paul, MN. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a wide range of advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, providing tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm uses structured planning tools and modeling techniques as part of its financial planning process.

John Steenis is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 designation, currently serving as a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Hudson, WI. He has seven years of industry experience, including time at Phillips-Medisize prior to joining Edward Jones in 2018. Outside of his advisory work, he manages a rental property LLC formed for real estate holdings in Arizona. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm that serves a broad client base, including individual and institutional investors. The firm offers a range of investment strategies and affiliated services, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets with a large network of advisors and branch offices across the United States.

Daniel Getsch is a CFP® professional with 34 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. He previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 15 years. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages FFG Advisors LLC. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving both individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through a centralized service team that provides written recommendations and ongoing advice focused on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Rick Straub is Vice President and Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2022. He has been with Fidelity Investments for 19 years and has more than three decades of experience in the financial services industry. Rick's professional experience includes positions as Financial Consultant, Planning Consultant, Branch Service Manager, and Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments. Prior to joining Fidelity, he held roles such as Operations Manager - Principal at TCF Investments, Compliance Officer at Northland Securities, and Investments Practice Officer-VP Regional Compliance Principal at Marsh & McLennan Companies. Throughout his career, Rick has focused on helping individuals and families navigate specific financial needs. He emphasizes co-creating financial plans tailored to clients' priorities, such as wealth growth, income generation, preservation of assets, or legacy planning. Rick's extensive experience covers compliance, branch management, and financial consulting, reflecting a comprehensive understanding of the financial services sector. Outside of his professional work, Rick enjoys camping, cooking and baking, and photography.

Jeffrey Shoemaker is a financial advisor with Edward Jones based in Cottage Grove, MN. He holds the Series 66 designation and has six years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Concordia St. Paul, All-Finish Construction, and Century College. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices, and operates under a fiduciary standard.

Grace Thurin is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Ameriprise, she held roles in education and senior care organizations. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement income planning through written recommendation reports and ongoing advice, utilizing proprietary research and collaboration between a centralized team and the client’s advisor.

Jaime Cooper is a financial advisor at Cetera with 23 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Minnesota Life Insurance Co., Securian Financial Services, Inc., and Cri Securities, Inc. prior to joining Cetera in 2023. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individual, employer-sponsored retirement, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a large network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services and operates as a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party investment strategies.

Ronald Jenkins is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Hudson, WI, holding a Series 63 designation and 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. since 1998. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies, tax-efficient services, and affiliated investment products. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Tyler Henrichs is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has worked since 2012 in various roles including Account Executive and Investments Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he gained experience as a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones from 2010 to 2012 and as a Financial Representative at UBS Financial Services from 2008 to 2010. As a CFP® practitioner, Tyler focuses on helping clients comprehensively plan for their financial goals by understanding their unique circumstances and priorities. He develops customized strategies to assist with wealth planning needs, emphasizing experience, dedication, and integrity in his client relationships. Outside of his professional work, Tyler's personal interests include cooking and baking, family activities, fitness, golf, outdoor adventures, and traveling.

Cynthia Taube is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Hastings, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Before joining Edward Jones in 2023, she worked at the National Eagle Center from 2020 to 2023 and previously held roles at Woodruff and Treasure Island Resort & Casino. Outside of her advisory role, she is an owner of a small rental property in Hager City, Wisconsin. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Zsolt Papp is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. He has built his career in financial services with a focus on client-centered planning, emphasizing understanding clients' goals, values, and unique circumstances to develop personalized financial strategies. Prior to his current role, Zsolt held various positions at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, including Registered Principal from 2019 to 2025, Annuity Specialist in 2019, Client Relationship Manager from 2017 to 2019, Client Support Associate from 2016 to 2017, and Client Service Coordinator in 2016. His experience encompasses retirement planning, wealth building, and navigating financial transitions. Zsolt holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of his professional work, he has interests in cars, comedy, fitness, football, social events with friends, and music.

Michael Droddy is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals and business owners, particularly those in their prime working years, focusing on areas such as divorce transition planning, institutional and corporate benefit services, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, employee financial health, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Michael holds a Bachelor's degree in finance and marketing from Iowa State University. He has earned professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Prior to joining Merrill in 2015, he worked for MML Investor Services. Based in Saint Paul, MN, Michael enjoys spending time with his wife, Emily, and their son. His personal interests include baseball, basketball, cooking, football, gardening, golfing, music, singing, traveling, and spending time with his family. Michael believes in developing financial strategies tailored to each client's vision and goals, drawing on the resources of Merrill and Bank of America to address a wide range of financial needs.

Ginger Ewing is a CFP® professional with 24 years of industry experience, currently serving at Ameriprise since 2020. She previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from 2001 to 2020. Ewing is a managing partner at Paragon Operations LLC and serves as a trustee emeritus for Widow Might as well as a trustee for the University of Northwestern, St. Paul. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for clients approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficient strategies to deliver tailored recommendation reports. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Adri Mehra is a financial advisor at Cetera with 13 years of industry experience. Mehra holds the Series 63 designation and previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for eight years before joining Cetera in 2023. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves individual, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing a multi-manager platform with options including third-party managers, model portfolios, and bespoke strategies.

Jordan Fowler is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, bringing a focus on simplifying complex financial matters. In this role, Jordan collaborates with clients to organize their financial situations and develop customized financial plans utilizing Fidelity's tools and resources. Jordan has accumulated experience in various financial advisory positions including roles as an Investment Consultant, Planning Consultant, and Investments Solutions Representative at Fidelity Investments, as well as an Investment Counselor at Fisher Investments. This progression reflects a deepening expertise in financial planning and investment strategies. Outside of professional responsibilities, Jordan enjoys activities such as camping, fitness, spending time at the lake, outdoor adventures, skiing, and caring for pets.

Gero Feaman is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Securian Financial Services Inc. and CRI Securities LLC. He is currently based in St. Paul, MN. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party money managers.

Kurt Kobes is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at Robert W. Baird & Co. since 2016, following roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Edward Jones. Outside of finance, he operates a small photography business specializing in one event per year. He is part of The DDK Group within Robert W. Baird & Co.’s Private Wealth Management department, which serves individuals, corporate clients, pensions, and charitable organizations through various financial planning and portfolio management services.

Mark Mischke is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 registration and bringing 28 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Cetera, Voya Financial Advisors, and over three decades with Blaeser Mischke Financial Group, Inc. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a wide range of financial planning and investment management services through a large network of advisors, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies.

Kenton Dotas is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Oakdale, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2008. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, ranging from non-high-net-worth households to corporate and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a variety of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds.

Zachary Erickson is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Fields Law Firm and Mitchell Hamline School of Law. Edward Jones is a wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, SMAs, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and operates a large national network of financial advisors and branch offices.