Sydney Eckhart is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Chaska, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise, Sydney worked at Wells, Schluter, Hanson & Co and held roles at the University of South Dakota and Werry Family. Sydney has been with Ameriprise since 2017. Ameriprise is an institutional firm that offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals near or in retirement with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, written recommendation reports prepared by a centralized consulting team in partnership with financial advisors.

Frederick Frederickson is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 30 years of industry experience, currently with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of his advisory role, he has a non-investment related ownership interest in DUTCH'S DEN, LLC. 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 combines research-based investment strategies with a broad range of financial products.

Thomas Tracy is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2019. He collaborates with clients to develop comprehensive financial plans that align with their unique goals, circumstances, and values. His approach involves constructing wealth strategies designed to meet the needs of clients and their families, emphasizing a focused and customized course of action toward financial security. Prior to his current position, Thomas served as an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments from 2018 to 2019 and as a Financial Representative at the same firm from 2016 to 2018. Before joining Fidelity Investments, he worked at TCF National Bank, where he was Retail Lending Manager from 2010 to 2016 and Consumer Lender from 2008 to 2010.

Paul Mumma is a CFA® charterholder with 31 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2013, currently serving in Saint Louis Park, MN. He is a member of the Board of Directors for the Institute for Portfolio Alternatives, providing guidance on the organization's strategy and ongoing affairs. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver personalized, non-discretionary recommendations through a centralized consulting team.

Jeffrey Kuhlman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Minneapolis, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Investments, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he works as a freight operator for Mills Fleet Farm. 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 roughly $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party data.

Mathew Nyakundi is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, TCF National Bank, and REM Ramsey. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of a healthcare staffing agency and volunteers as the finance director for a Minnesota House Representatives campaign. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs that combine discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with financial planning and brokerage services, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers.

Susan Crane is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 26 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Cetera Wealth Services, Securian Financial Services, Minnesota Life Insurance Co, Advisor Group, Equitable Advisors, AXA Advisors, and VOYA Financial Advisors. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable accounts, and institutions. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to both affiliated and third-party managers across multiple program structures.

Beth Johnson is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in Minneapolis, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and having one year of industry experience. Prior to joining MML Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Co in 2025, she worked for the State of Minnesota Commerce Fraud Bureau from 2013 to 2021. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in real estate through ownership of BDL Real Estate LLC and BDL Legacy LLC. MML Investors Services, LLC operates as a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser under MassMutual, providing financial planning and asset management services to individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm emphasizes collaborative, annual financial planning engagements using firm-approved analytical tools and offers specialized services including divorce planning and estate settlement.

Zachary Johnston is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services in Minneapolis, MN, with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at UBS Financial Services since 2017. Prior to that, he was employed at Securian Financial Services, Inc and Minnesota Life Insurance Company from 2015 to 2017. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services including fee-based financial planning, portfolio management, and distribution of mutual funds and alternative products.

Paul Knooihuizen is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in West Lakeland, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 41 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2009. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with significant investable assets, providing detailed recommendation reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and adaptive withdrawal advice delivered through a centralized consulting team, with a focus on Ameriprise-managed accounts and algorithmic support overseen by specialized committees.

Mike Stevenson currently serves as a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. He previously worked as an Investment Consultant at the same firm from 2024 to 2025. In his current position, he collaborates closely with clients to develop comprehensive financial plans that align with their retirement goals. Mike and his team engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them create personalized strategies based on their unique circumstances. Their process focuses on understanding the client's priorities and guiding them toward effective ways to pursue their financial objectives. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Mike enjoys spending time at the beach, attending concerts, watching movies, following football, listening to music, and reading.

Eric Hagen is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, he spent 20 years at NEXT Financial Group. He is also involved as a mentor with Capital Club. 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 services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

John Anderson, Jr. Jr. is a Private Wealth Advisor at Merrill Private Wealth Management and co-leader of the Anderson Winberg Group. He works with a select group of families and businesses across the United States, focusing on relationship management, strategic team initiatives, and business development. His practice primarily serves early employees, founders, and finance teams of high-growth startups, entrepreneurs, and multigenerational families navigating liquidity events and transitions, including those related to public markets and multigenerational family wealth. John and his team integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) focused investments into their services and prioritize asking meaningful questions to define clients' goals while collaborating with trusted advisors such as CPAs and attorneys. Their experience includes wealth management, professional portfolio management, business succession planning, retirement planning, lending, structured products, pre-IPO planning, and insurance. He holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Colorado System and has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification, as well as the Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and Chartered Socially Responsible Investment Counselor™ (CSRIC) designations. John is proficient in both English and Spanish. In his free time, he enjoys adventure sports, fishing, golfing, skiing, and spending time with his family.

Cynthia Pikala is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with 28 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and has been with UBS since 2013. Based in Minneapolis, MN, her career includes over a decade advising clients through a major financial institution. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with brokerage and advisory services, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management, offering a broad range of capital markets services and proprietary research to support tailored investment solutions.

Sophia Skidmore is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Minneapolis, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations with four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2022, she worked at The Vanguard Group and has experience in public defense and nonprofit sectors. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer providing a range of advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Joseph Fleming is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Minneapolis, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 36 years of industry experience. His prior work includes nine years at RBC Capital Markets Corporation and several years at Ameriprise Financial Services before joining Ameriprise in 2020. Fleming serves on the Board of Directors for Twin Cities PBS, a nonprofit organization. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning that includes a written Recommendation Report and ongoing advice focused on dependable income and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Julie Whittaker is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Minneapolis, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with two years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Mark J Heurung and Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC. Outside of finance, she has experience working with YMCA Camp St Croix over several years. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a variety of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery processes and firm-approved tools.

Reed Hagberg is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at TD Ameritrade, New York Life, Ameriprise, and Merrill. He serves on the board of directors and finance committee for the YMCA in Northfield, MN, and officiates men's league basketball games for the Northfield Community Education Center. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through its integrated wealth advisory and brokerage services. The firm offers a combination of non-discretionary advice and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, utilizing multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Brendan Kauls is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with clients to develop personalized investment strategies that align with their financial goals and priorities. Brendan's approach involves understanding what matters most to his clients and providing ongoing advice to adjust strategies as circumstances change. His areas of expertise include education planning, employee benefits planning, legacy planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, and retirement income planning. Brendan holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Saint Olaf College. Outside of his professional role, Brendan participates in community service through involvement with Habitat for Humanity. He also enjoys activities such as basketball, fishing, football, golfing, hunting, ice hockey, running, and soccer.

Hannah Hennen is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Ameriprise since 2019, with prior experience at Wells Fargo and involvement in the Minnesota Section of the Professional Golf Association. Ameriprise is an institutional firm serving clients primarily through a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals with substantial investable assets, providing written recommendations that incorporate research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis.