Karen Oaster is a Series 63 licensed advisor with Primerica Advisors in Burnsville, MN, and has 35 years of industry experience. She has been with Primerica Advisors since 1990 and Primerica Financial Services since 1999. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in sales of loan products and home-related services through affiliates of Primerica. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, which includes model-delivery strategies and selectively managed accounts for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm focuses on a tiered wrap-fee structure and curates third-party asset managers while maintaining oversight of model offerings.

Ryan Golden is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Bank. Outside of his financial career, he is a musician who performs with clarinets, flutes, and saxophones. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Caroline Beuning is a financial professional with 15 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked with firms including Securian Financial Services and CRI Securities. She is also involved with North Star Resource Group as a financial professional. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a diverse client base ranging from individual investors to institutional and charitable organizations. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform featuring both affiliated and third-party investment options.

Elspeth Weis is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill Lynch since 2010. Outside of her advisory role, she works as a consultant for Beautycounter, a personal care products company. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and institutional entities.

Brian Baca is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and two years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Bank, NA since 2010 and transitioned to Wells Fargo Clearing in 2023. Outside of his advisory role, he maintains ownership of a rental property in Cottage Grove, 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 employs an IPS-driven approach grounded in modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Christian Tietz is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2018. His prior experience includes four years at Robert W. Baird & Co. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutional clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services tailored to clients' risk profiles.

Nicholas Morland is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Minneapolis, MN, holding a Series 66 designation with approximately one year of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing, Hard Work Yard Work, and Alerus, as well as multiple positions at North Dakota State University. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and provides a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Dean Ravenscroft is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, and Edward Jones. He also has experience working for the Department of the Army and in various roles outside finance. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving both 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 based on in-house research and algorithmic tools.

Emily Ost is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Lakeville, MN, holding a Series 63 designation and nine years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2015. Outside of her advisory work, she serves on the Board of Directors for ECFE Advisory Council and is involved with Royal Ideas, LLC. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, written recommendations. The firm provides a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions typical of a large institutional firm.

Cara Kinowski is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors in Minneapolis, MN, with 14 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following a year at Wells Fargo Advisors. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services and integrates advisory offerings with other financial products and referral channels.

Esmeralda Cortes Ruiz is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and five years of industry experience. Her background includes roles at Bank of America, Merrill, Fidelity Investments, and Travelers Insurance. Outside of her advisory work, she owns a floral arranging business and a construction-related company where she handles project billing and negotiation. 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 provides both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Owen Fuls is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. before joining Wells Fargo. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary options. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven, incorporating modern portfolio theory and a broader range of financial products, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Jodi Jenson is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and has worked with RBC Capital Markets since 2009. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutional clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs that provide portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services tailored to clients’ risk profiles.

Brian Ewings is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2021 and has worked at Wells Fargo Bank, NA since 2011. 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 grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a range of investment options including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Matthew Bearth is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Cetera. He has held positions at multiple firms including AdvisorNet Wealth Partners and Box Financial Advisors. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as an alumni ambassador for St. John Vianney Seminary in St. Paul, MN, assisting with event planning. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving 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 across multiple program structures and custodial relationships.

Noah Dendinger is a financial professional with Cetera, holding a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. He has worked at firms including North Star Resource Group and Aaron Hatanpa - State Farm Agency. Outside of advising, Dendinger serves as president of the Justin Dendinger Foundation Inc., a nonprofit that organizes an annual fundraiser supporting high school graduates. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm provides access to multiple investment strategies through a multi-manager platform, combining discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with various program structures and third-party partnerships.

Andrew Huseby is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at various firms including Castlelake, Eaton Vance Distributors, and Parametric Portfolio Associates before joining J.P. Morgan in 2017. He is based in Minneapolis, MN. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Patrick Walsh is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Cottage Grove, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2018 and previously worked at Waddell & Reed, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with the Cottage Grove Athletic Association. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals with substantial investable assets, combining research-driven strategies and algorithmic tools to provide tailored, non-discretionary recommendations focused on income sources, tax efficiency, and Social Security options.

Robert Hessler is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Farmington, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has worked with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, Hessler serves as a referee for women's lacrosse. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service tailored for individuals nearing or in retirement with substantial investable assets, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to support these plans, with an emphasis on assets held in Ameriprise Managed Accounts.

Bradley Piermantier is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2020, following prior roles at Wells Fargo Bank from 2011 to 2020. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs featuring discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing a combination of in-house and third-party investment managers to tailor strategies to clients’ risk profiles.