Shawn Gaustad is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms, including INVEST Financial Corp., Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Investments, and Merrill. He is also involved with Topline Fcu. LPL Financial is a national broker‑dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and institutional platforms.

Thomas Coppersmith is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Wayzata, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing nine years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and also has a background with Wells Fargo Bank dating back to 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he works as a clerk at a Kwik Trip gas station in Delano, MN. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Terresa Laird is a financial advisor at Cetera with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 credential and previously worked at RBC Capital Markets for six years. In addition to her advisory role, she serves as a registered administrative assistant at AdvisorNet Financial Inc DBA Portfolio Partners, where she implements SMA accounts and manages various account-related activities. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individual, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management and retirement services, overseeing more than $256 billion in assets.

John Jacobson is a financial advisor at Mass Mutual Investors Services with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has previously worked at Primerica Advisors, Guardian Life Insurance Company, and The Jacobson Group, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a trustee for multiple trusts and works as an insurance broker specializing in life, disability, long-term care, fixed annuities, and health insurance. Mass Mutual Investors Services is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational programs, with planning engagements structured as annual collaborative reviews using firm-approved analytical tools.

Kyle Burleson is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 15 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Burleson has been with Fidelity Investments since 2013. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, fund advisory, and model portfolio delivery. The firm uses a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction in its investment process.

Joseph Miller is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining RBC, he held roles at MDRC and Literacy Minnesota, and participated in the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. RBC Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering customized investment strategies through various advisory programs and access to both in-house and third-party managers.

Zachary Muckenhirn is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he spent several years working with professional baseball teams, including the Baltimore Orioles, Chicago White Sox, New York Mets, Seattle Mariners, and High Point Rockers. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment advisory programs and strategies, operating under a fiduciary standard, and is notable for its extensive national network of advisors and branch offices.

Eric Thompson is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has been with RBC Capital Markets since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the board of Hirshfield's, Inc., a home decorating company. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, provides a range of advisory programs and portfolio management services to individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm customizes investment strategies based on client risk profiles and utilizes both in-house and third-party managers to implement diversified portfolios.

Paul Kieser is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Maple Grove, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and over 25 years of industry experience. He has been with OSAIC since 2012 and has worked at John Hancock Financial since 2000. Kieser is also the owner of True North Advisory Group, a marketing entity. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual and high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, offering a range of advisory and brokerage services supported by advanced portfolio construction tools and multiple third-party platforms.

Gary Hansen is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Chanhassen, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and 30 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS Financial Services since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, Hansen is involved with the Mae and Sylvester Weiss Foundation, which distributes grants annually. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering proprietary research and a broad array of capital markets and lending services.

Nicole Elmquist is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. She joined Fidelity in 2015 and has held various roles including Financial Representative, Relationship Manager, Planning Consultant, and Financial Consultant before her current position in 2024. In her role, Nicole works closely with clients to understand their priorities and goals, using Fidelity's planning tools and resources to develop individualized financial plans. She holds a California Insurance License. Outside of work, Nicole enjoys hiking and outdoor adventures.

Peter Kolar is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets based in Wayzata, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked with RBC Capital Markets since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, Peter serves on the Philanthropic Advisory Council of the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain and is a board member of the Orono Youth Hockey Association. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services, tailoring strategies to each client’s risk profile and utilizing a range of in-house and third-party investment resources.

Brian Larson is a CFA® charterholder and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses, with 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley since 2018, including Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A., and previously held roles at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory work, Larson serves as a board member for the Excelsior Morning Rotary in Minnesota. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

Andrew Lundeen is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 to 2016. He is based in Wayzata, MN. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader range of investment options, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Maxwell Borst is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining RBC, he worked at LoCorr Funds and has held roles at St. John's University, LPL Financial, and other organizations. RBC Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering customized advisory programs and portfolio management through a combination of in-house and third-party managers.

Molly Padmore is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Bloomington, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. She has been with UBS Financial Services since 2006 and has worked at U.S. Bancorp Piper Jaffray Inc since 2001. Outside of her advisory role, she has worked as a sales associate at Crate and Barrel. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, utilizing proprietary capital market assumptions and research to tailor plans according to clients’ goals and risk tolerances. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and provides a broad range of capital markets, custody, and lending solutions.

Lance Steinke is a CFP® professional with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2024. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, NA, and Merrill Lynch, where he worked for 15 and 17 years respectively. Outside of his advisory work, he owns a vacation rental property in Granby, Colorado. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services using proprietary research and tools, with an emphasis on tailored recommendations delivered through both meetings and written summaries.

Barbara Gapinski is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2018 and previously spent two years with UBS Financial Services. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Evan Erickson is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Fidelity Investments, Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Prior to his financial career, he was employed at Gustavus Adolphus College for four years. UBS Financial Services Inc. serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and utilizes proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client plans.

Daniel Fritz is a financial advisor at Stifel with 23 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Stifel since 2006. Fritz serves on the Board of Directors for the University of Minnesota Fraternity Purchasing Association, advising student leaders. Stifel serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services. The firm’s investment approach is based on a proprietary methodology from its Investment Strategy Group, which uses forward-looking capital market assumptions and probabilistic modeling to guide asset allocation and planning analyses.