Private Wealth Asset Management

Russell Samples is a financial advisor at Private Wealth Asset Management with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Bank, Edward Jones, and Cetera Investment Services. He is also a licensed insurance agent, engaged in the sale of accident, health, life, and HMO insurance. Private Wealth Asset Management serves individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, nonprofits, and retirement plans, offering investment advisory and wealth management services. The firm employs a multi-faceted investment process and manages over $2.5 billion in assets across seven offices.

David Arens is a financial advisor with Private Wealth Asset Management in West Des Moines, IA, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Bank NA, where he spent a combined 17 years. Arens serves on multiple Iowa early childhood education boards, including the State Board and Polk County Early Childhood Iowa, and is an appointee of the Governor's Early Childhood Taskforce. Private Wealth Asset Management provides investment advisory and wealth management services to individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, nonprofits, and retirement plans. The firm employs a comprehensive investment approach that integrates quantitative, fundamental, technical, and economic analysis and offers access to private placements and alternative investments as part of its discretionary portfolio management.

Michael Leabo is a financial advisor at Private Wealth Asset Management with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at LPL Financial, IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union, and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Private Wealth Asset Management serves individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, philanthropic organizations, and retirement plans, offering investment advisory and wealth management services. The firm utilizes a combination of quantitative, fundamental, technical, and economic analysis to manage portfolios, often employing discretionary management and access to alternative investments.

Brett Halley is a financial advisor at Private Wealth Asset Management in West Des Moines, IA, holding CFA® and Series 66 designations with five years of industry experience. He previously worked at Wells Fargo Investments, LLC for 19 years before joining his current firm in 2021. Private Wealth Asset Management serves individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, philanthropic organizations, and retirement plans by offering investment advisory and wealth management services. The firm employs a multi-disciplinary investment process emphasizing strategic asset allocation with tactical adjustments and provides access to private placements and alternative investments.

David Tawil is a financial advisor at Private Wealth Asset Management with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at Wells Fargo Bank, NA for 21 years. Private Wealth Asset Management serves a diverse client base including individuals, family offices, trusts, and nonprofit organizations, managing approximately $1.85 billion in discretionary assets. The firm employs a strategic asset allocation approach supported by quantitative and fundamental analysis, and offers specialized services such as oil and gas holdings management and business transition planning.

Deanna Connell is a financial advisor at Private Wealth Asset Management with 32 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at firms including Wells Fargo Clearing, Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, and A. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. prior to joining her current firm in 2021. Private Wealth Asset Management serves individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, nonprofit organizations, and retirement plans, offering both investment advisory and non-investment services. The firm employs a multi-faceted investment approach that integrates quantitative, fundamental, technical, and economic analysis, with a focus on strategic asset allocation and tactical adjustments.

Tyler Schlumpf is a CFA® charterholder with 11 years of industry experience. He currently works at Private Wealth Asset Management and previously held roles at Wells Fargo Advisors, Wells Fargo Bank, and Carson Group Investing. Private Wealth Asset Management serves individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, philanthropic organizations, business entities, and retirement plans, managing approximately $1.85 billion in discretionary assets. The firm focuses on strategic asset allocation supported by quantitative, fundamental, and technical analysis, offering a range of investment and wealth management services alongside specialized solutions such as oil and gas holdings management and business transition planning.

Michelle Acton is a financial advisor at Private Wealth Asset Management with three years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at Wells Fargo Bank, NA for 36 years. Private Wealth Asset Management serves individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, philanthropic organizations, business entities, and retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $1.85 billion in discretionary assets using a strategic asset allocation approach supported by quantitative, fundamental, and technical analysis, and offers specialized services including oil and gas holdings management, real estate asset management, and business transition planning.

Heather Vestweber is a financial advisor at Private Wealth Asset Management with 24 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC, and Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. In addition to her advisory role, she is a licensed insurance agent involved in the sales of accident, health, and life insurance. Private Wealth Asset Management serves individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, philanthropic organizations, business entities, and retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $1.85 billion in discretionary assets, focusing on strategic asset allocation supported by quantitative, fundamental, and technical analysis within a multi-advisor team structure.

Jeffrey Steiner is a financial advisor at Private Wealth Asset Management in St. Louis, MO, holding a Series 65 designation with two years of industry experience. He previously worked at US Bank for eleven years before joining his current firm. Private Wealth Asset Management serves individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, philanthropic organizations, business entities, and retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $1.85 billion in discretionary assets, focusing on strategic asset allocation combined with tactical adjustments, and offers a range of investment and wealth management services alongside specialized offerings such as oil and gas royalty management and business transition planning.

Bryan Jarman is a CFA® charterholder with six years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Private Wealth Asset Management since 2022. His prior experience includes nine years at Wells Fargo Bank and one year at Wells Fargo Clearing Services. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in an oil and gas mineral interests investment group and operates a short-term rental property. Private Wealth Asset Management provides advisory services to individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, and nonprofit organizations, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management. The firm manages approximately $1.85 billion in assets and employs a strategic asset allocation approach supplemented by tactical adjustments, combining quantitative, fundamental, and technical analyses.

David Holtorf is a financial advisor at Private Wealth Asset Management with 21 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing Services. Holtorf is also a licensed insurance agent, selling sickness, accident, health insurance, life, and annuities. Private Wealth Asset Management serves individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, philanthropic organizations, business entities, and retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $1.85 billion in discretionary assets using a multi-advisor team approach, emphasizing strategic asset allocation supported by quantitative, fundamental, and technical analysis.

Gayle Fincher is a financial advisor at Private Wealth Asset Management with a Series 65 credential and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Private Wealth Asset Management in 2022, Fincher worked for Wells Fargo Bank, NA for 31 years. Private Wealth Asset Management provides advisory services to individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, philanthropic and non-profit organizations, business entities, and retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $1.85 billion in discretionary assets, emphasizing strategic asset allocation supported by quantitative, fundamental, and technical analysis, alongside offering specialized services such as oil and gas holdings management and business transition planning.

Hayden Passmore is a financial advisor at Private Wealth Asset Management in Cedar Rapids, IA, holding a Series 65 designation. He has experience at BMO and Farmer State Bank prior to joining his current firm in 2026. Private Wealth Asset Management serves individuals, family offices, trusts, philanthropic organizations, and retirement plans with a range of investment advisory and wealth management services. The firm combines quantitative, fundamental, technical, and economic analysis in its investment approach and manages over $2.5 billion in assets across seven offices.

Benjamin Goethel is a financial advisor at Private Wealth Asset Management with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at Wells Fargo Private Bank and Carson Wealth Management. Private Wealth Asset Management serves individuals, family offices, trusts, estates, nonprofit organizations, and retirement plans. The firm employs a blend of quantitative, fundamental, technical, and economic analysis to guide a strategic asset allocation approach with tactical adjustments.