Manhattan, KS Office

Brian Nickel is a CFP® with 21 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at Keating Financial Advisory Services since 2008 and at Raymond James Financial from 2009 to 2025. He is also the CEO of Nickel Financial Advisory Services, a business he founded in 2016. Outside of finance, he is employed part-time at Phoreus Biotech, a company involved in licensing nanotechnology. Keating Financial Advisory Services provides investment advisory, modular financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting to a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm employs both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, using a range of investment vehicles and delivering financial planning in both modular and comprehensive formats.

Bryson Meinhardt is a financial advisor at Keating Financial Advisory Services with four years of industry experience holding a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Keating Financial Advisory Services, he worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors and other financial and educational roles. He is the owner of Oz Financial Group, LLC, an investment advisory business based in Wamego, KS. Keating Financial Advisory Services provides investment advisory, modular financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting to a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, and business entities. The firm employs discretionary and non-discretionary strategies across multiple asset classes and offers both wrap-fee investment management and stand-alone financial planning services.

Benjamin Johnson is a financial advisor at Keating Financial Advisory Services with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has worked previously at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments and Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of a small manufacturing company where he assists with finances and high-level management decisions. Keating Financial Advisory Services primarily serves pension and profit-sharing plans, corporate retirement plans, and other institutional clients. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, often on a non-discretionary 3(21) basis, using mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and fixed income, and provides modular financial planning and consulting services.

Krista Hubert is a financial advisor at Keating Financial Advisory Services with four years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Raymond James Financial and Steward Advisory Services. Krista is also a member of The Weddle Team, where she serves as a financial advisor. Keating Financial Advisory Services primarily serves pension and profit-sharing plans, corporate retirement plans, and other institutional clients, managing $330 million in plan assets. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, as well as financial planning and consulting services.

Morgan Ziegler is a CFP® professional at Keating Financial Advisory Services with six years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors and serves as an associate at Purposeful Wealth Advisors. Keating Financial Advisory Services manages a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, and business entities through modular financial planning and investment advisory services. The firm utilizes discretionary and non-discretionary strategies and offers both wrap-fee investment management and stand-alone financial planning.

Benjamin Fair is a CFP® with 15 years of industry experience, currently serving at Keating Financial Advisory Services since 2016. His prior work includes roles at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. and Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. He is also a licensed insurance agent involved in insurance sales on a part-time basis. Keating Financial Advisory Services is a multi-advisor firm providing investment advisory, modular financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals and various types of organizations. The firm employs both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies and offers wrap-fee investment management alongside stand-alone financial planning services.

Christopher Klug is a financial advisor at Keating Financial Advisory Services with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Steadfast Wealth Group and Raymond James Financial Services. Klug is also the owner of Management & Planning Services, where he provides project management. Keating Financial Advisory Services offers investment advisory, modular financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting to a diverse client base, including individuals and various institutions. The firm employs both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, managing assets through wrap-fee programs and stand-alone planning engagements supported by a multi-advisor team.

Gareth Rohr is a financial advisor at Keating Financial Advisory Services with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. and The Simmons Company. Outside of advising, he is a partner in Wilde Ryan LLC, an investment-related business he co-owns with his wife. Keating Financial Advisory Services primarily serves pension and profit-sharing plans, corporate retirement plans, and other institutional clients, managing $330 million in plan assets. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management along with modular financial planning and consulting services.

Patrick Keating is a financial advisor with Keating Financial Advisory Services in Manhattan, KS, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 32 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Raymond James Financial and Aaa Management, among others. Outside of advising, he serves on the board of the Daniel Keating Foundation and holds leadership positions in several private businesses, including an environmental manufacturing company and agricultural enterprises. Keating Financial Advisory Services primarily serves pension and profit-sharing plans, corporate retirement plans, and institutional clients, managing $330 million in plan assets. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, utilizing mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and fixed income, along with financial planning and consulting services.

John Mann is a CFP® with 24 years of industry experience, currently serving at Keating Financial Advisory Services. He has previously worked at Raymond James Financial and Spari, Inc. Mann is also president of Keating & Associates, a company focused on insurance and employee benefits. Keating Financial Advisory Services primarily serves pension and profit-sharing plans, corporate retirement plans, and other institutional clients, managing $330 million in plan assets. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, along with modular financial planning and consulting services.

Timothy Weddle is a financial advisor with Keating Financial Advisory Services in Manhattan, KS, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has worked with The Weddle Team since 2014 and has prior experience at Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments. In addition to his advisory role, he provides fixed insurance advice tailored to client needs. Keating Financial Advisory Services primarily serves pension and profit-sharing plans, corporate retirement plans, and other institutional clients, managing $330 million in plan assets. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, financial planning, and consulting services, utilizing a range of investment vehicles and providing participant education and pension consulting.

Christine Pavel is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ with 16 years of industry experience, currently with Keating Financial Advisory Services since 2019. Her prior roles include positions at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc., Triad Advisors, Inc., Alera Investment Advisors, LLC, and Securian Financial Services, Inc. Keating Financial Advisory Services primarily serves pension and profit-sharing plans, corporate retirement plans, and other institutional clients, managing $330 million in plan assets. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, modular financial planning, and consulting services, with a focus on mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and fixed income.

Andrew Billard is a CFP® and holds a Series 66 license, with four years of industry experience. He is currently an advisor at Keating Financial Advisory Services, having previously worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Grandview Partners, Horizon Financial Services, and State Street Bank and Trust. Keating Financial Advisory Services primarily serves pension and profit-sharing plans, corporate retirement plans, and other institutional clients, managing $330 million in plan assets. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, focusing on mutual funds, ETFs, individual equities, and fixed income, along with financial planning and consulting services.

Mary Kraszewski is a CFP® with 21 years of industry experience currently with Keating Financial Advisory Services. She has held roles at Purposeful Wealth Advisors and operates Kraszewski Financial as CEO. Kraszewski is also an agent for non-variable life insurance and serves as president of Purposeful Wealth Advisors. Keating Financial Advisory Services provides investment advisory and financial planning services to a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm employs both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies and offers modular financial planning and retirement-plan consulting through a multi-advisor team.

Nathan Matlack is a financial advisor at Keating Financial Advisory Services with a Series 65 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes positions with the Kansas City Chiefs, Amazon, and Alliance 412. Keating Financial Advisory Services provides investment advisory, modular financial planning, and retirement-plan consulting to a range of clients including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm offers both wrap-fee investment management and standalone financial planning through a multi-advisor team serving several thousand accounts.