Kimberly Bai Mc Guire is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has worked in the financial industry since 2021, with prior experience at Wells Fargo, U.S. Bank, BMO Bank, and Serko Ltd. Her current role at Merrill began in 2026. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers for a range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Patrick Wight is a financial advisor with Cetera in Minnetonka, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 24 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at LPL Financial, VPWM Advisors, and Mill City Financial Partners, where he is currently a partner. Outside of advising, he manages Wight Brothers LLC, which holds mineral rights. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers.

Jason Atwater is a CFP® professional with 13 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Minneapolis, MN. His prior experience includes roles at ICMA-RC Services, Shoreline Financial Advisors, and Morgan Stanley. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified firm serving both individual and institutional clients. It offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides annual retirement planning advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies, using a centralized team and proprietary tools to develop tailored written recommendations.

Joseph Johnson is a financial advisor at Cetera with 34 years of industry experience. He is a Series 63 license holder and has been affiliated with Cetera and its related entities since 2013. In addition to his advisory work, he owns Johnson Advisors Limited, a financial services firm, and serves as a health insurance agent for members of the American Council of Engineering Companies. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a variety of investment management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and employs a multi-manager platform with diverse program options and oversight structures.

Kory Schleicher is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Minneapolis, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Investments, LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, utilizing research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Michelle Glood is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Shoreview, MN, and has 34 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. since 2005. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service aimed at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific eligibility criteria, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written recommendation reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies.

Brianna Riofski is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Morgan Stanley for nine years and Ecolab for one year. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the advisory board of Early Childhood Family Services in Rosemount, Minnesota. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual and institutional investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services tailored to clients’ risk profiles.

Cullen Gess is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing in Minneapolis, MN, holding Series 65 and Series 63 licenses with two years of industry experience. His work history includes multiple roles at Wells Fargo entities as well as academic positions at the University of Minnesota and Leeds University. 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 through a large network of advisors.

Josh Fussy is a financial professional with Cetera, holding a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. He has worked with several Cetera-affiliated firms, including Bar Financial Partners and AdvisorNet Financial Partners. From 2007 to 2020, he was employed as a grade school teacher. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered advisor that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management options, providing access to affiliated and third-party managers through various program structures.

Michael Petersen is a CFP® with 23 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently with Cetera, where he has worked since 2023 and previously served at Cetera Wealth Services, LLC and AdvisorNet Wealth Partners. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in selling fixed life, disability, annuities, and long-term care insurance, and he refers clients for online banking services with Choice Financial Group. 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, using a multi-manager platform with varied discretionary authorities and program structures.

Andrew Jarosz is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. Prior to joining RBC in 2023, he worked at Piper Sandler & Co. from 2018 to 2023 and held earlier positions including roles at Saint John's University and Commodity Specialists Company. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, pension plans, corporations, and charities. The firm offers various advisory programs that provide customized portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment resources.

Tasha Coleman is a CFP® with 23 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial. Her prior experience includes roles at OSAIC and SagePoint Financial. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved in managing a marketing business and owns Five Star Wealth Planning, LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory and brokerage solutions, including financial planning and third-party asset management, supported by advanced operational and research tools.

Steven Hebert is a CFP® professional with 34 years of experience, currently advising at Ameriprise. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a voiceover audio production business and provides training and support on Ameriprise technology tools through a separate consultancy. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, notable for its Premier Retirement Income service that delivers tailored retirement planning advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Benjamin Beuning is a CFP®-credentialed financial advisor with six years of industry experience. He currently works at Cetera and has previously been affiliated with Avantax Investment Services and RGW Wealth Management, where he has also engaged in marketing activities including PR releases and website maintenance. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with a variety of portfolio management solutions, combining discretionary and non-discretionary services across multiple program structures.

Courtney Martineau is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Wayzata, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2025, Martineau worked at Merrill from 2021 to 2024 and UBS Financial Services from 2015 to 2021. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and modeling techniques to support financial plans.

Lucas Ciabattoni is a CFA® charterholder with four years of industry experience. He has worked at Mass Mutual Investors Services and Mass Mutual Life Insurance since 2021, following a four-year tenure at Allstate Investments. Prior to his advisory career, he attended the University of Wisconsin - Madison. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, providing structured, collaborative planning engagements that utilize firm-approved analytical tools.

John Dubbe is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he operates John Dubbe Realty and is involved in soliciting disability insurance business through the Eugene Cohen Agency. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm’s investment approach is primarily model-driven, offering access to third-party asset managers and financial planning services.

Pierre Lind is a CFA® charterholder with 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2011, currently serving as a financial advisor in Centerville, MN. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service designed for individuals nearing or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide written recommendation reports, supported by a centralized consulting team and algorithmic tools, to help clients manage income sources and withdrawal strategies.

Brent Rice is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With a focus on personalized wealth management strategies, he helps clients navigate complex financial landscapes by understanding their full financial picture and unique goals. Brent specializes in areas including divorce transition planning, small business strategies, and retirement income. Brent holds a Bachelor's Degree from Grand View College and has earned several professional designations, including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He emphasizes a holistic approach to financial advising, working closely with clients to develop customized strategies that align with their long-term objectives. In addition to his professional work, Brent participates in community activities such as coaching youth baseball and is affiliated with Grace Church. His personal interests include biking, golfing, hunting, and running.

Kathryn Ripley is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Wayzata, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS in 2022, she worked at Merrill from 2017 to 2022 and spent several years in roles at Luxottica, Target Optical. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients with a range of brokerage and investment advisory services, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management offerings to deliver tailored financial plans based on proprietary research and market analysis.