Andrew Bowman is a financial advisor with Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors, Inc. in Buffalo, MN. He holds a Series 66 designation and has two years of industry experience, including roles at Independent Financial Group, LLC and prior work in education and construction. Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors serves individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as pension plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management and financial consulting, primarily advising on mutual funds and ETFs, and manages approximately $383 million for over 1,000 clients through a team of five advisors.

Ian Schneider is a financial advisor at MD Financial Advisors operating as Vestment Financial, holding a Series 65 designation with six years of industry experience. He has been with MD Financial / Vestment Financial since 2019 and previously worked at the University of Minnesota Duluth from 2015 to 2019. MD Financial Advisors dba Vestment Financial is a team-based SEC-registered advisor serving individual and high-net-worth clients, trusts, retirement plans, foundations, and businesses. The firm employs a market-efficient, long-term investment approach focused on asset allocation, diversification, rebalancing, and tax-aware portfolio design using low-cost mutual funds and ETFs.

Stephen Garvin is a financial advisor with Sandhill Investment Management in Buffalo, MN, holding the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has been with Sandhill since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, Garvin is involved in several business ventures, including ownership of a family apple orchard and participation as a limited partner in a restaurant. Sandhill Investment Management serves individual and high-net-worth investors, institutions, retirement plans, and trusts, providing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, model delivery for UMA programs, and sub-advisory services. The firm employs a research-driven investment process focused on fundamental analysis and valuation, generally pursuing long-term equity positions and cyclical entry points.

Daniel Dougherty is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with over 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors, Inc. since 2015 and is a 50% owner of the firm. The firm is a team-based registered investment adviser serving a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and charitable organizations. Dougherty & Associates manages approximately $354 million across more than 1,000 client accounts, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with an investment approach that includes mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and fixed income.

Lisa Geyen is a financial advisor at Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors, Inc. with 17 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and has worked at Dougherty & Associates and Independent Financial Group during her career. Geyen also assists in compliance activities for the firm. Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors, Inc. is a team-based registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm manages approximately $354 million across over 1,000 client accounts, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with an investment approach that includes mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and fixed income.

Jared Holt is a financial advisor at Ascent Advisors with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms including Triad Advisors and Harbour Investments. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as CEO of Ascent Financial, focusing on insurance and consulting. Ascent Advisors offers portfolio management, financial planning, pension consulting, and specialized Delaware Statutory Trust consulting to individuals and business entities. The firm combines multiple investment analysis methods, emphasizes long-term trading, and provides discretionary account management without account minimums.

Dillon Dougherty is a financial advisor at Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors, Inc. in Buffalo, MN, holding a Series 66 designation with nine years of industry experience. He has been with Dougherty & Associates in various capacities since 2015. Outside of advisory services, he is also a licensed insurance agent offering various types of insurance products. Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors is a registered investment adviser serving individuals, including high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm provides discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management and financial consulting, tailoring portfolios to client objectives and risk tolerances using fundamental analysis.

Kerry Schmitz is a CFP® professional with 23 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors, Inc. since 2013 and also works with Independent Financial Group. Dougherty & Associates Financial Advisors, Inc. is a team-based registered investment adviser managing approximately $354 million across more than 1,000 client accounts. The firm serves individuals, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, and businesses, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with an investment approach that includes mutual funds, ETFs, equities, debt instruments, and other strategies tailored to client objectives and risk tolerance.

David Zumbusch is a CFP® professional with 31 years of industry experience, currently serving at Inspire Advisors, LLC since 2020. He previously worked with Securities America Advisors, Inc. and Securities America, Inc. from 2002 to 2020 and has operated his own practice, LBZ Investments, since 2006. Outside of advising, he is involved in managing agricultural rental land and commercial office space with his wife. Inspire Advisors, LLC is a multi-advisor registered investment adviser managing over $1 billion for individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm integrates Biblically Responsible Investing through proprietary tools and employs a range of portfolio strategies, including model allocations and proprietary ETFs.

Beau Zumbusch is a financial advisor at Inspire Advisors, LLC with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Securities America Advisors and Securities America Inc. since 2015. In addition to his advisory role, Zumbusch is also engaged in insurance sales. Inspire Advisors, LLC is a multi-advisor registered investment adviser managing approximately $1.03 billion for around 3,800 clients, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations. The firm incorporates Biblically Responsible Investing using proprietary scoring and screening tools and employs a range of investment strategies including index-based, strategic, and tactical allocations.

Hiedi Hendrickson is a CFP® professional with 27 years of experience in the financial services industry. She currently works at OSAIC and has a background that includes over two decades with Securities America Advisors Inc. Outside of her advisory role, she owns and manages an independent insurance agency focused on fixed insurance products such as health, Medicare, life, disability, and long-term care insurance. OSAIC Wealth serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services supported by a model-based investment approach and a complex affiliate network.

Derek Larson is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Buffalo, MN, with seven years of industry experience. He has held his current role since 2018 and previously worked for Suburban Manufacturing Group from 2013 to 2018. Larson holds a Series 66 designation. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of investment strategies and affiliated products through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Denver Colgrove is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, holding a Series 66 designation and having one year of industry experience. His work history includes positions at Osaic and Fish & Richardson, as well as prior employment outside the financial industry. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including various types of households, pension plans, corporate clients, and charitable organizations. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Steven Novacek is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Edward Jones since 2025. Outside of his advisory role, Novacek is co-owner of NoMa LLC, a fitness business, and serves as the head volleyball coach for Buffalo High School's varsity team. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

James Bidwell is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 10 years of industry experience, currently with LPL Financial since 2021. He has prior experience at Waddell & Reed Inc. and various insurance carriers, and has operated a non-variable insurance agency. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions, offering a range of advisory and brokerage services including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms.

Jena Cox Backes is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with Edward Jones in Buffalo, MN, where she has worked for seven years. In addition to her advisory role, she is an ordained minister and teaches group fitness classes at the Becker Community Center and YMCA. She also has a long-standing involvement with Young Living as a product distributor. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and affiliated investment products, supported by a nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Eric Reiner is a financial advisor at Ameriprise in Monticello, MN, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2024, he worked for Beckhoff Automation LLC for 15 years. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service tailored to individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written recommendation reports focused on income sources, Social Security options, and withdrawal strategies.

Thomas Steidl is a CFP® with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2014. He owns Steidlbros LLC, which provides payroll services, and serves on the Board of Directors for the Delano Athletic Club. Additionally, he volunteers pro bono CFP® services through the Angel Foundation’s Financial Cancer Care Program and the Coordinated Assistance Network, assisting veterans and military families. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service focused on individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets, providing tailored recommendations on income sources, Social Security, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and algorithmic automation to deliver these services through a centralized consulting team in partnership with financial advisors.

Mark Rethman is a CFP® and ChFC® professional with 17 years of experience in the financial services industry, all of which have been with Edward Jones. He holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Buffalo, MN. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of investment strategies and advisory services under a fiduciary standard, supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 advisors and 15,000 branch offices.

Stephanie Novacek is a CFP® professional with 25 years of experience, currently affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been involved in the retail building materials and contracting business at Wright Lumber & Millwork since 1992, where she serves as Secretary. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions supported by extensive research and analytics.

Don Guggemos Jr. is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Winsted, MN, and has 28 years of industry experience. He has worked with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on several local boards, including the Priests' Pension Plan Board of Trustees and the Winsted Area Chamber of Commerce, and is involved in religious education and veterans' organizations. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients nearing or in retirement, emphasizing tax-smart withdrawal strategies and integrated portfolio analysis. The firm employs a centralized consulting team that combines research, modeling, and algorithmic tools to generate tailored retirement recommendations.

Michael Kloubec is a CFP® professional with 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Ameriprise since 1993, currently serving as an advisor in Buffalo, MN. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a committee chair on the board of Wright County Ducks Unlimited. Ameriprise is an institutional firm offering a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to provide tailored, written recommendation reports, supported by a centralized consulting team and automated processes overseen by an internal committee.

Robert Stark is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Buffalo, MN, with eight years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation and Series 66 license. Before joining Edward Jones in 2018, he worked at Skybridge Americas from 2016 to 2018. He serves as a board member for Spectrum High School in Elk River, MN. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee programs, and operates under a fiduciary standard.

Eric Ebeling is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Buffalo, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent and its affiliated entities since 2017 and previously worked at Marco Inc and Neil's Plumbing. Outside of his advisory role, he manages the finances of land enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based planning but does not provide portfolio management for institutional clients, focusing instead on delivering written recommendations across a wide range of financial topics.

Joel Hillmann is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Cokato, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2002. Thrivent Investment Management offers Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a large network of financial advisors. The firm provides holistic, goal-based financial planning across various topics, allowing clients to combine planning with managed accounts while keeping these services separate.

Brandon Walters is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Buffalo, MN, holding ChFC® and Series 66 designations and bringing 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2014. Walters serves as a board member of Impact Christian Academy in Buffalo, MN. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients nationwide. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs, investment solutions, and affiliated services under a fiduciary standard.

Michael Gagnon is a CFP® professional with 36 years of industry experience, currently advising at Ameriprise since 2020. He previously worked within Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 15 years. Outside of his advisory role, Gagnon serves on the finance committee of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Waverly, MN, and participates in local community baseball team activities. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for clients with significant investable assets, combining research and modeling with tax-efficient strategies. As a large institutional firm, it offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions.

Andrew Gagnon is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services in Watertown, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2016, starting with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. and continuing with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC since 2020. Outside of his advisory work, he coaches a 7th grade basketball team and serves on the Watertown Mayer Youth Baseball Board. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement-income planning, utilizing detailed recommendation reports and ongoing advice based on proprietary research and third-party data.

Curtis Larson is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab in Watertown, MN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and over 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Charles Schwab since 2013. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and related managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers a mix of non-discretionary and discretionary investment guidance using multi-asset model portfolios and centralized operational support.

Kate Kilpela is a financial advisor at OSAIC with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at SagePoint Financial, Five Star Financial, and other firms prior to joining OSAIC. Kilpela also serves as a registered representative at Linder Financial Resources, where she leads client meetings and assists in trade processing. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services with an investment approach focused on model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and multiple program options delivered through an extensive affiliate network.

Desiree Campbell is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has been with Wells Fargo Bank, nA since 2021 and joined Wells Fargo Clearing in 2025. Prior to her financial services career, she held various roles in retail and food service industries. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Jordan Kretsch is a financial advisor with OSAIC in Buffalo, MN, holding CFP®, Series 65, and Series 63 credentials and eight years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Securities America Advisors and AIS Planning. He operates a business under the name Riverstone Financial Group & Insurance Services. OSAIC serves a diverse client base including individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, charities, and corporate clients through a multi-advisor platform. The firm offers a range of brokerage and advisory services with an investment approach centered on model-based asset allocation, portfolio optimization, and risk management tools.

Michael Cich is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with RBC Capital Markets Corporation since 2008. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, serves individual investors, institutions, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs with tailored investment strategies implemented through a combination of in-house and third-party managers.

Kenneth Basten is a CFP® professional with 32 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ameriprise since 2020. Prior to this, he worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for 15 years. He is also the owner and manager of Kenneth J Basten LLC, a business unrelated to investment activities. Ameriprise is a large institutional firm that offers a retirement-income planning service targeting individuals with significant investable assets. The firm provides advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated companies, combining research and modeling with tax-efficient strategies to deliver tailored retirement income recommendations.

Russell Runck is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with Ameriprise, based in Watertown, MN, and has 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the Board of Directors and Finance Committee for the Watertown-Mayer Education Foundation. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services primarily for individuals approaching or in retirement with significant investable assets. The firm offers a range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions, utilizing a centralized retirement-income consulting team that delivers algorithmically supported, non-discretionary recommendation reports.

Samuel Kittock is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Howard Lake, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank, NA, spanning four years. Before entering finance, he worked in management roles at Little Caesars and at North Dakota State University. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendations and annual planning focused on dependable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies for clients near or in retirement.