Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC

Ryan Wilhelm is a financial advisor at Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC in Sioux Falls, SD, holding a Series 65 credential. He has been with the firm since 2025 and has prior experience as a broker associate at The Experience Real Estate since 2017. Outside of financial advising, Wilhelm serves as an assistant coach for the Jefferson High School track and field team. Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC provides portfolio management, financial planning, and employee benefit advisory services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm employs a team-based approach and customizes client portfolios primarily using ETFs and options, supported by a combination of fundamental, quantitative, qualitative, and technical analysis.

Jeffrey Skraban is a financial advisor with Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 27 years of industry experience. He has worked at firms including APW Capital Inc, Delta Securities Company, LLC, and First Financial Strategies, LLC. Skraban is also a co-owner of First Financial Strategies, LLC, where he is involved in sales and support of insurance-related products. Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC provides investment advisory services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as institutional and retirement plan clients. The firm offers customized discretionary portfolios based on defined model allocations and utilizes third-party manager referrals and advanced operational technologies in its investment approach.

Lida Phillips is a financial advisor at Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC with a Series 65 credential and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining the firm in 2022, she worked in various roles including positions at Proficient Processing, LLC and Orange County Public Schools. Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC provides investment advisory services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as institutional and plan clients. The firm offers customized, primarily discretionary portfolios and a range of services including financial planning, ERISA/retirement plan support, and third-party manager referrals.

Thomas Hood is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 17 years of industry experience. He is a managing member and investment advisor at Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC, where he has worked since 2013. Mr. Hood also has involvement with First Financial Strategies, supporting insurance sales through its affiliated entities. Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, ERISA and employee benefit plan advisory, and third-party manager referral services. The firm employs a team-based approach and customizes portfolios using a range of investment models that emphasize ETFs, options, and other asset classes.

Dwight Dykstra is a financial advisor with Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC in Maitland, Florida. He holds the ChFC® designation and has 43 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions with Florida Financial Consulting LLC, First Financial Strategies, LLC, and Aegis Wealth Management, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as managing director for Storage Units Alternative Income Fund, LLC, which focuses on facilitating investment capital opportunities. Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC provides investment advisory services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as institutional and plan clients. The firm offers customized, primarily discretionary portfolios tailored to client suitability, and employs a mix of ETFs, options, mutual funds, bonds, and alternative investments.

Braden Smidt is a financial advisor with Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing nine years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Swenson Wealth Management and several other financial firms. Outside of his advisory work, he provides assistance with estate planning and client insurance needs through Swenson Wealth Management and offers administrative support to Skyline Capital, LLC. Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients by providing discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and employee benefit plan advisory services. The firm emphasizes customized asset allocation using ETFs, options, and other securities, and offers educational seminars to support client investment knowledge.

Mark Kontz is a financial advisor with Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC, holding a Series 65 credential and nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Swenson Wealth Management and Gradient Advisors, LLC, and operates Financial Distributors, LLC, where he is president. Kontz also supports capital raising and administrative functions for Skyline Capital, LLC. Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC provides portfolio management, financial planning, ERISA and employee benefit plan advisory, and third-party manager referral services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes customized asset allocation using ETFs, options, and other securities, and offers educational seminars for groups seeking investment instruction.

Michael Teslow is an investment advisor at Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked previously at Aegis Wealth Management, Vision Brokerage Services, Swenson Investments & Commodities, and Vicus Capital. Outside of his advisory duties, he serves as CEO of Swenson Investments & Commodities and Swenson Wealth Management and is involved in a nutritional supplement business. Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC provides advisory services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as institutional and plan clients through customized, primarily discretionary portfolios. The firm offers financial planning, third-party manager referrals, and educational seminars, utilizing established custodial relationships and third-party platforms to support its investment approach.

Kathryn Swanson is a financial advisor with Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC, holding a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Swenson Wealth Management, LifePlan Financial, and Bolton and Menk, Inc., as well as multiple engagements with Camp Shamineau. Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and employee benefit plan advisory services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm uses a team-based approach to customize portfolios primarily through ETFs and options, supplemented by educational seminars and workshops.

Travis Krueger is a financial advisor with Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC, holding a Series 66 credential and 18 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Skyline Capital, LLC, Swenson Investments & Commodities, Aegis Wealth Management, and Vision Brokerage Services. Outside of his advisory work, Mr. Krueger is involved in several real estate development and consulting ventures, including ownership and management roles in local construction and development companies. Alternative Investment Advisors, LLC provides discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and employee benefit plan advisory services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm employs a team-based approach, using customized asset allocation models that emphasize ETFs and options, and offers educational seminars alongside its investment services.