Michael Gustafson is a CFP® professional with 33 years of experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Focus Financial Network since 1997. He is based in Minneapolis, MN, and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he acts as power of attorney for his mother in managing his late father’s estate. Focus Financial Network is an enterprise investment adviser managing approximately $6.3 billion through a network of 118 advisors. The firm serves individuals, including high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporate clients, offering a range of investment management and financial planning services tailored to client needs.

Aaron Peloquin is a CFP® professional based in Minneapolis, MN, with eight years of industry experience. He currently works at Savvy and has prior experience with firms including DFPG Investments, Strong Tower Advisory Services, and Cetera Advisor Networks. Peloquin serves as treasurer for Fishing with Vets and is a board member of the American Cancer Society of Minnesota. Savvy provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts and estates, businesses, ERISA plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a primarily index-based, long-term investment approach supplemented by active equity portfolios and tax-aware direct indexing, integrating third-party fintech tools and specialized sub-adviser strategies.

David Packard is a financial advisor with Packerland Brokerage Services, Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 38 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Packerland in 2022, he worked at Cetera Advisor Networks and Voya Financial Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, Packard is involved in tax preparation and works as an independent insurance agent, as well as providing care for a disabled child. Packerland Brokerage Services, Inc. serves individual and institutional clients through a network of 176 advisors managing over $1.3 billion in assets. The firm offers financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing the Hilltop-cleared Envestnet platform to deliver diversified investment solutions.

Derek Hartman is a financial advisor at Great Valley Advisor Group, LLC with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at LPL Financial, Ameriprise, and Aqua Freedom LLC. Great Valley Advisor Group is an SEC-registered, multi-team investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and other entities. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting, emphasizing individualized portfolio construction and ongoing oversight through a mix of in-house strategies and third-party managers.

Gerson Diaz is a Series 65 credentialed financial advisor with one year of industry experience. He is currently with Boulay Wealth and has prior experience at Ameriprise Financial and Boulay Financial Advisors. Before entering the financial industry, he worked at Twin Town Pedicabs. Boulay Wealth serves individual and high-net-worth clients, corporate retirement plans, charitable institutions, and foundations. The firm employs a model-portfolio approach focused on diversification, cost control, and after-tax outcomes, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, comprehensive financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting, supported by affiliations with an accounting firm and insurance agency.

Phoebe Bird is a financial advisor at AdvisorNet Wealth Partners with six years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with several firms, including Clearpath Wealth Advisors, Everest Financial Group, and Charles Schwab. Outside of her advisory role, she is also licensed as an insurance agent in Minnetonka, MN. AdvisorNet Wealth Partners provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting services to individuals, trusts, corporations, and qualified plans. The firm constructs diversified portfolios using equities, fixed income, mutual funds, and ETFs, employing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches.

Renata Krieger is a financial advisor at Berger Financial Group with a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Berger Financial Group, she held roles at Bethel University, Life Time Inc., Northwestern Mutual, North Central University, Western Racquet Club, and Pewaukee High School. Berger Financial Group serves individuals, high-net-worth families, trusts, estates, businesses, corporate executives, and retirement plans. The firm offers discretionary wealth management and comprehensive financial planning using long-term investment strategies developed by its Investment Committee.

Rebekah Quinlan is a financial advisor at Arkadios Wealth Advisors with 26 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and has worked previously at Everest Financial Group and Securities America, Inc. Quinlan is also involved with NGC Global Wealth Management, an investment-related business in Minnetonka, MN. Arkadios Wealth Advisors provides investment and wealth management services to individuals, trusts, businesses, and retirement plans. The firm offers customized investment plans supported by an internal portfolio team and employs a mix of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, incorporating both advisor-managed and third-party managed solutions.

Mary Beseke is a CFP® professional with over 33 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is affiliated with Capital Analysts and holds Series 63 registration. Mary has held roles at Bryan Ventures, Lincoln Investment, Aag Securities, and United Brokerage Services, where she also serves as Vice President of Marketing focusing on insurance services and recruiting representatives. Capital Analysts serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, trusts, foundations, businesses, and charitable organizations. The firm offers portfolio management, advisor-managed custom and model portfolios, third-party manager access, and retirement-plan advice through a nationwide network of independent advisors and in-house investment management.

Amanda Cooney is a financial advisor with Berthel, Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has 20 years of industry experience. Cooney has been with Berthel Fisher since 2007 and also works with BFC Planning, Inc. Outside of advising, she manages office operations and marketing for Evergreen Financial Group and works as a shopper for Shipt. Berthel Fisher & Company Financial Services provides investment advisory and financial planning services primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm manages approximately $906 million in client assets and offers a range of investment platforms and delivery models tailored to client needs.

Timothy Sigstad is a financial advisor with AdvisorNet Wealth Partners in Minnetonka, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and bringing nine years of industry experience. His career includes prior roles at Cetera Wealth Services and Caissa Wealth Strategies. Outside of financial advising, Sigstad works part-time as a realtor assisting a family real estate team. AdvisorNet Wealth Partners provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals, trusts, corporations, and qualified plans. The firm constructs diversified portfolios using various asset classes and sub-advisors, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services.

Steven Klane is a financial advisor at Berger Financial Group with 12 years of industry experience. He previously operated Klane Wealth Management, LLC for 18 years before joining Berger Financial Group in 2024. Berger Financial Group serves individuals, high-net-worth families, trusts, estates, businesses, corporate executives, and retirement plans. The firm offers wealth management, comprehensive financial and retirement planning, income tax planning, succession planning, and retirement-plan consulting through its affiliate Quorom, employing proprietary, long-term investment strategies primarily managed on a discretionary basis.

Trenton Kerr is a financial advisor at Focus Financial with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Focus Financial since 2014. Kerr also provides investment support within the Focus Financial Network. Focus Financial Network is an enterprise investment adviser managing approximately $6.3 billion through a network of 118 advisors. The firm serves individuals, including high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and corporate clients, offering a range of managed accounts, retirement consulting, and financial planning services.

Michael Townsend is a financial advisor at AdvisorNet Wealth Partners with 16 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Cetera and Questar Asset Management. Townsend is also an insurance agent, selling life, annuities, and long-term care products. AdvisorNet Wealth Partners provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting to individuals, trusts, corporations, and qualified plans. The firm constructs diversified portfolios using equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, and sub-advisors to implement client objectives.

Rachelle Nelko is a financial advisor with Capital Analysts based in Minneapolis, MN. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 31 years of industry experience. Nelko concurrently serves as president of United Brokerage Services, where she manages a range of operational and client-facing functions, including sales of life insurance, annuities, and Medicare plans. Capital Analysts serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, trusts, foundations, businesses, and charitable organizations. The firm offers portfolio management through both discretionary and non-discretionary approaches, utilizing an in-house Investment Management & Research team and a proprietary mutual-fund screening process known as CAPSL.

Gregory Petrie is a financial advisor at Blackridge Asset Management, LLC with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including Northwestern Mutual and Peak Brokerage Services. Outside of finance, he is a band member of the Accomplice cover band. Blackridge Asset Management provides financial planning, investment management, and consulting services through a network of investment adviser representatives. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, corporations, retirement plans, and charitable organizations, offering tailored portfolio management and access to model portfolios and third-party managers.

Robert Smrekar is a CFP® professional with 20 years of experience in financial advising. He has worked at Berger Financial Group since 2020, following a four-year tenure at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. In addition to his advisory role, Smrekar is an independent insurance agent, providing insurance services to clients. Berger Financial Group serves individuals, high-net-worth families, trusts, estates, businesses, corporate executives, and retirement plans. The firm offers discretionary wealth management, comprehensive financial planning, tax planning, succession planning, and retirement-plan consulting, utilizing proprietary, long-term investment strategies developed by its Investment Committee.

Andrea Schrieffer is a CFP® and ChFC® affiliated with Great Valley Advisor Group, LLC, with 18 years of experience in the financial services industry. She has held roles at LPL Financial, Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company, and Northwestern Mutual Investment Management. Great Valley Advisor Group is an SEC-registered multi-team investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and other entities. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting, utilizing a combination of in-house strategies and third-party managers across various platforms.

Timothy Pitera is a financial advisor at IHT Wealth Management LLC with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Investments. He provides investment advisory services exclusively through IHT Wealth Management. IHT Wealth Management serves individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as corporate and institutional entities, offering discretionary asset management, financial planning, ERISA plan consulting, and outsourced CIO services. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary model portfolios, third-party managers, and quantitative methods tailored to clients’ objectives and risk tolerances.

Yuejiao Wang is a financial advisor at Integrity Advisory Solutions with a Series 65 designation and over seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Integrity Advisory Solutions in 2026, Wang worked at Pro and Trust/Partners Life and National Agents Alliance. Integrity Advisory Solutions serves individuals, trusts, estates, corporations, and other business clients through a network of about 100 independent advisors, managing approximately $1.1 billion in client assets. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and utilizes various asset-allocation frameworks and third-party platforms to tailor investment strategies for its clients.