Philip Kreznor is a CFP® professional with one year of experience, currently serving as an advisor at Farther. He has been involved with Value Wealth Management, LLC since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he is a tax return preparer at VWM Tax Advisors, PLC, and the principal owner of Ron Zerk Management Services, LLC. Farther serves individual investors, trusts, and estates through a technology-driven advisory platform and direct client meetings. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based investment approach using bespoke and algorithmic model portfolios, focusing on ETFs, mutual funds, individual equities, and fixed income.

Lauren Kaniuk is a CFP® and Series 65 credentialed advisor with five years of industry experience. She currently works at Mercer Global Advisors Inc. and previously held roles at Veerkloh, Inc. dba River Glen Wealth Counselors, Storey Kenworthy, and Urban Decay. Mercer Global Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to individuals, high-net-worth families, small business owners, corporate plan sponsors, foundations, and nonprofit organizations. The firm’s investment approach uses Modern Portfolio Theory to build globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios with multi-factor tilts, employing a range of implementation options including ETFs, mutual funds, and separately managed accounts.

Robert Buckley is a financial advisor with Cetera Planning Partners in West Des Moines, IA, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Denman & Company since 2007 and Avantax Planning Partners from 1999 to 2026. In addition to his advisory role, Buckley is a former shareholder and accountant at Denman & Company, a regional CPA firm, where he provided tax and consulting services. Cetera Planning Partners serves individual and high-net-worth clients, particularly pre-retirees and retirees, offering investment management, comprehensive financial planning, Social Security optimization, and retirement advice. The firm integrates diverse financial services including tax planning, bookkeeping, and estate planning through affiliated providers, using a formal, document-driven planning process with diversified portfolios aligned to client objectives and risk tolerance.

Kyle Kanaskie is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Des Moines, IA, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has worked at Principal Financial Services and Principal Life Insurance since 2017 and previously worked at Bral Investments and Truman State University. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an assistant boys varsity basketball coach for the Waukee Community School District. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

David Duggan is a financial advisor with Integrity Alliance, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Integrity Alliance since 2017 following prior roles at Brookstone Capital Management LLC and Broker Dealer Financial Services Corp. Outside of advising, he owns and operates ATS Tax Service, a tax preparation business. Integrity Alliance provides advisory and brokerage services to individual investors, corporations, and qualified retirement plans through a large network of over 340 independent advisors managing approximately $5.4 billion in assets. The firm employs a variety of investment approaches and offers portfolio management, financial planning, and third-party manager referrals.

Brandon Bose is a financial advisor at Integrity Alliance, LLC with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at several firms, including Brokers International Financial Services, Gladstone Wealth Partners, and Gradient Securities, LLC. Bose is also involved in managing fixed insurance businesses as President of Bose Financial and Managing Partner at Heartland Retirement Group. Integrity Alliance serves a diverse client base including individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans through a network of 164 independent advisers. The firm offers a broad range of investment management and consulting services, employing various portfolio strategies and utilizing multiple custodial platforms and program sponsors.

Matthew Busick is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Mercer Global Advisors Inc. He previously worked for 17 years at River Glen Wealth Counselors. Outside of his advisory role, he is president and a board member of The Rotary Club of Des Moines Foundation, where he leads governance efforts. Mercer Global Advisors provides investment advisory and planning services to individuals, high-net-worth families, small business owners, corporate plan sponsors, and nonprofit organizations. The firm employs a globally diversified, risk-appropriate investment approach based on Modern Portfolio Theory, utilizing low-cost index vehicles and multi-factor strategies.

Heather Buttery is a financial advisor with Empower Advisory Group in Altoona, IA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and nine years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo, Principal Life Insurance Company, and Nationwide. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily to employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and participants, as well as to Empower Premier IRA and select retail brokerage account holders. The firm’s integrated service model connects financial planning with Empower’s recordkeeping and administrative platforms, focusing on long-term portfolio returns and clients’ savings rates.

Timothy Roetman is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Des Moines, IA, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Principal Financial and its affiliate Princor since 2004. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

Fredrick Studer is a financial advisor with Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and nine years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Ameritas Insurance Company, Ameritas Investment Company, Northwestern Mutual, and Midwest Financial Solutions. He is also licensed as an independent insurance agent to sell fixed insurance products. Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm offers a variety of managed account programs and uses multiple custodial platforms and third-party tools to support portfolio construction and management.

Michael Rideout is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services based in Des Moines, IA. He holds a Series 65 designation and has 17 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Principal Life Insurance Company and Principal Securities since 2008. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and active-duty U.S. military personnel overseas. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

Christopher Zug is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Des Moines, IA, holding a Series 66 designation and 28 years of industry experience. He has worked with Principal Securities, Inc. and Principal Life Insurance Company since 2018 and previously held roles at Mass Mutual Investors Services and TriNet/MassMutual. Outside of his advisory work, Zug serves as a board member for The Harbourage Homeowners Association and is an assistant golf coach at Grinnell College. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, and business entities. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed account solutions.

Alyssa Vowell is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Des Moines, IA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Principal Securities Inc. and Principal Life Insurance Company since 2010. Alyssa also serves as a bank/trust officer at Principal Bank and Principal Trust Company, supporting retirement plan account relationships across multiple Principal entities. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager solutions under various advisory and promoter arrangements.

Chad Basel is a financial advisor with Principal Financial Services in Des Moines, IA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at firms including Principal Securities, Nationwide Investment Services Corp, U.S. Bancorp Investments, and Diversified Investors Securities Corp. Basel also serves as a bank/trust officer at Principal Bank and Principal Trust Company, supporting retirement plan account relationships across insurance, broker-dealer, and bank/trust offerings. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, and businesses. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager solutions under various advisory and promoter arrangements.

Nathan Self is a financial advisor with TLG Advisors, Inc. based in Des Moines, IA, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions with The Leaders Group Inc, Gilico, and Voya Financial, among others. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved with Gilico in a wholesaler capacity. TLG Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional investors. The firm focuses on manager selection and portfolio monitoring using fundamental analysis and Modern Portfolio Theory, offering services through independent representatives and sub-advisors as well as a direct-to-consumer digital program.

Randall Schmailzl Jr. is a CFP® and ChFC® with 22 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Commonwealth Financial Network. His prior roles include positions at Generation Strategies, LLC, Eagle Strategies (NY Life), and New York Life Insurance Company. He serves as treasurer of Echo Valley Professional Group, a networking organization in West Des Moines, IA. Commonwealth Financial Network is a registered investment adviser supporting a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors, providing a range of advisory programs and operational support. The firm offers discretionary model portfolios and multiple program structures designed to accommodate diverse client needs.

Richard Schneider is a financial advisor at Voya Financial Advisors, Inc. in Des Moines, IA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Voya Financial Advisors since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is also active as an independent insurance agent specializing in fixed insurance products. Voya Financial Advisors, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individual and institutional clients such as retirement plan sponsors, charitable organizations, corporations, and high-net-worth individuals. The firm provides a range of financial planning and portfolio management services through multiple program structures, focusing primarily on non-discretionary investment recommendations.

Matthew Gasser is a financial advisor with Empower Advisory Group based in West Des Moines, Iowa, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at BancWest Investment Services, Bank of the West, Bank of America, and Merrill. Outside of his advisory work, he has worked as an attendant at a car wash. Empower Advisory Group provides financial planning and investment management primarily for employer-sponsored retirement plan sponsors and their participants, as well as Empower Premier IRA and certain retail brokerage clients. The firm offers integrated services linked to Empower’s administrative platforms and emphasizes long-term portfolio returns and annual rebalancing in its planning approach.

Christian Siebert is a financial advisor with Integrity Alliance, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and nine years of industry experience. Prior to joining Integrity Alliance in 2025, he worked at Principal Asset Management and various Principal affiliates from 2018 to 2025. Siebert is also involved in insurance sales and financial planning through Insurance Solutions of Iowa and Retirement Solutions of Iowa LLC. Integrity Alliance serves a diverse client base, including individual investors, corporations, and qualified retirement plans, supporting over 300 independent advisors who manage approximately $5.4 billion in assets. The firm offers a range of services, including portfolio management, financial planning, and third-party manager referrals, utilizing multiple investment approaches and a combination of discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Matthew Moffitt is a financial advisor at Principal Financial Services with 24 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Principal Securities Inc. since 2001 and Principal Life Insurance Co. since 2000. Outside of advising, he has an ownership interest in a rental property. Principal Securities provides brokerage and registered investment advisory services to a diverse client base, including individual investors, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and active-duty U.S. military personnel overseas. The firm offers direct advisory programs, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and access to third-party money manager asset allocation and separately managed accounts.