Estella Eckart is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in Wayzata, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliated entity since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as an executor and co-executor of estates. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory services to both individual and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies.

James Thiher is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 1978, he has developed strategies and provided advice tailored to individuals, families, and businesses by focusing on their short- and long-term financial goals. His areas of expertise include services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income. James earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification in 2008 and is a qualified Portfolio Manager. He manages personalized or defined investment strategies on a discretionary basis, utilizing individual securities, Merrill Lynch model portfolios, and third-party strategies. He holds a bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Iowa State University. Residing in Orono with his wife, Donna, James is active in the community, supporting several Twin Cities nonprofit organizations such as Neighborhood House and Wishes & More. He also maintains involvement with Viterbo University and Mercy Hospital Foundation. His personal interests include football, reading, scuba diving, and traveling.

Aaron Howe is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has worked at RBC Capital Markets since 2008 and City National Bank since 2017. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves a diverse client base including individual investors, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs with tailored investment strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers, alongside various portfolio customization options.

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, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Merrill, Edward Jones, and service with the Department of the Army. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. It offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service, providing written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning focused on reliable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Keighley Spott is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at LaSalle St Securities LLC, Stiles Financial Services, Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Cambridge Investment Research, Inc., LPL Financial, and Anchor Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients through a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and models.

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.

Michael Wolke is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Wayzata, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He worked at Stifel Nicolaus & Co. Inc. for 17 years before joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2022. He also owns Wolke Wealth Management LLC, a financial practice based in Victoria, MN. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo that provides investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services tailored to clients meeting a net-worth threshold, utilizing Wells Fargo research and planning tools to develop personalized recommendations.

Hans Hummel is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2011 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as power of attorney for his father. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Jacob Heie is a financial advisor with MassMutual Investors Services holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has one year of industry experience and has previously worked at Equitable Advisors LLC and held roles outside finance, including positions at Pure Hockey and Majestic Oaks Golf Club. Heie also worked at the University of St. Thomas for four years. MML 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 provides ongoing financial planning using firm-approved software and generally recommends investment categories and strategies, with implementation requiring separate arrangements.

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.

Anthony Kieffer is a CFP® professional with 22 years of experience, all with Edward Jones since 2004. He holds a Series 63 license and is based in Wayzata, MN. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including a broad range of households and organizations. The firm offers various advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary managed solutions, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

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.

Brandon Oslund is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the financial services industry in 2005 and became part of Merrill in 2009 with his group. In his role, Brandon is responsible for wealth planning and investment strategy management, focusing on optimizing a client's wealth to align with their goals, objectives, and priorities. Brandon specializes in working with the complexities of family wealth, advising family-owned business owners on both personal wealth and business matters. His expertise also extends to advising company retirement plans and foundations on investment policy and plan design. He holds a bachelor's degree in Finance from St. Cloud State University and has earned several professional certifications including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC), and Merrill Institutional Consultant (MIC). Brandon is a member of the Financial Planning Association and the Investment and Wealth Institute. Outside of his professional work, Brandon is involved in community activities such as the Orono Softball Association and the Orono Rotary Club. He enjoys volunteering, working out, and spending time with his family. Brandon and his wife live in Long Lake with their five daughters.

Mariam Vedadi is a financial advisor at Osaic with 18 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 credential and has worked at Osaic since 2023. Her prior experience includes roles at SagePoint Financial, RiverSource Distributors Inc., and Comprehensive Financial Solutions LLC. She also operates Vedadi Wealth Management, an S-Corp financial planning business that supports other advisors with client meeting preparation and follow-up. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients, offering integrated brokerage and advisory services through a large network of affiliated advisors. The firm utilizes a range of asset allocation tools and third-party platforms to construct portfolios for individual investors, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

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.

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.