Steven Blume is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at U.S. Bancorp Investments, RBC Capital Markets, and Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, among others. Blume serves on the board of BestPrep, a nonprofit organization focused on providing Minnesota high school students with business, career, and financial literacy skills. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary managed account solutions. Schwab’s integrated platform combines advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services while leveraging multi-asset model portfolios and research-driven guidance.

Lindsey Clark is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at TruStone Financial Credit Union and Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research from LPL and third-party subadvisors.

Luke Illgen is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Ameriprise since 2023, with prior experience at various firms and roles outside the financial sector. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals approaching or in retirement who meet certain eligibility criteria, providing detailed Recommendation Reports on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver annual, non-discretionary recommendations, supported by a centralized consulting team and algorithmic tools overseen by an internal committee.

Joseph Miller is a CFP® with 33 years of industry experience, currently serving at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2010. He holds the Series 63 designation and is based in St. Louis Park, MN. Miller is involved in several community and professional activities, including serving as a board member for Collaborative Divorce Professionals and as an advisory board member of the endowment fund at Glory of Christ Lutheran Church. He also volunteers with SavvyLadies Inc., providing financial education. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent financial professionals, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions tailored to client objectives.

Laurence Altman is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 44 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera in Minnetonka, MN. His career includes long-term roles at Minnesota Life Insurance Company and Securian Financial Services, as well as ownership and partnership in several financial and consulting businesses. Outside of advisory work, he owns Altman Financial, Inc., an expense management firm. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a national SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a range of portfolio management options including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, leveraging a large network of advisors and affiliated managers.

Jessica Louisiana is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with seven years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC since 2018, having previously worked at Wells Fargo Bank NA since 2007. 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 incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Christopher Sok is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with 2 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. His prior work includes roles at the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office and the U.S. Army. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program, offering both non-discretionary advisory services and access to discretionary separately managed accounts. The firm combines centralized custody and brokerage services with multi-asset model portfolios and alternative investment options.

Cally Haderaj is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2023, she worked at M Health Fairview for ten years and held positions at the University of Minnesota and Saint Catherine University. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services, including retirement, education, risk, and wealth-transfer planning, using proprietary research and tools to develop tailored client recommendations.

Jacob Johnson is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill, serving clients by developing personalized financial strategies aligned with their long-term goals. He joined Merrill in 2022 and leverages sophisticated wealth management tools to create comprehensive plans addressing various aspects of clients’ financial lives. Jacob brings over a decade of experience in financial services, including roles in wealth management and leadership at several national banks and financial companies. His expertise encompasses college education planning, corporate benefits, divorce transition planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, retirement income, philanthropic planning, and socially responsible investing. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Religion from Concordia College – Moorhead. Jacob is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ and Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor designations. Residing in Eagan, Jacob lives with his wife, Marisa, their two daughters, and their golden retriever. In his personal time, he enjoys golfing and exploring local parks with his family.

Lindsey Stokes is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 10 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked across various Fidelity entities since 2016. Strategic Advisers LLC, a Fidelity Investments company, provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including registered investment companies and a Charitable Gift Fund. The firm uses a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to develop model portfolios from mutual funds, ETFs, and ETPs.

Jody Gunderson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Edina, MN. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Great Point Capital, S2K Financial, and various real estate and financial services firms. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, banks, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and brokerage services supported by model portfolios, third-party research, and technology-driven investment strategies.

Scott Swenson is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Bloomington, MN, with 28 years of industry experience. He has been with UBS since 2007 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm integrates institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering proprietary research and a variety of capital markets services.

Timothy Flynn is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Edina, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and four years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he worked with the Minnesota Department of Health and the Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota. He is also a commissioned notary for the State of Minnesota. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning services, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and various technologies to support diversified investment strategies.

Scott Pierce is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Prior Lake, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience, all with Edward Jones since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he consults and provides training for his family-owned painting business, Minnesota's Best Painting Company Inc., which operates with a small team and mostly without his daily involvement. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory services including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, access to separately managed accounts, and proprietary mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Rae Velasquez is a financial advisor at Cetera with four years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Rae has worked at several firms including Fortune Financial, Securian Financial Services, and The Lynd Group, LLC. Rae also supports team members in securities, insurance, and planning through a registered administrative role at Fortune Financial. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party managers through a multi-manager platform with a range of program structures and a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors.

Luke Iverson is a CFP® professional affiliated with Ameriprise Financial Services, with 10 years of industry experience. He has worked at Ameriprise since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with MJW Group LLC, providing tax preparation services. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning through its Premier Retirement Income service, which focuses on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Graham Burke is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Excelsior, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at WaterRock Financial LLC and MD Financial/Vestment Financial. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, credit unions, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, including access to model portfolios and research from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

Carly Jaffee is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 11 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Fidelity and its affiliated entities since 2015. Fidelity's Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to a diverse client base, including retail and institutional investors, using a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm is noted for its role in managing registered investment companies, use of systematic methodologies, and advisory services that include model portfolio delivery and oversight of multiple sub-advisers.

Thomas Gillund is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Bloomington, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2013. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a range of advisory programs, including customized financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools.

Linda Bentz is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position she has held since 2017. Her professional journey at Fidelity began in 2012, progressing through roles such as Financial Consultant, Investment Representative, and Financial Representative. Prior to her tenure at Fidelity, she worked at Wells Fargo from 2006 to 2012, serving as Branch Manager and Premier Banker. Her approach to financial planning emphasizes active listening and attention to detail, aiming to address each client's unique financial goals. Linda holds a California Insurance License, supporting her expertise in the financial services industry. Outside of her professional work, she has personal interests in reading and traveling.